Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Raquel Elisse Quinonez

Raquel Elisse Quinonez

Sep 5, 2015

Raquel Elisse Quinonez became an Angel in Heaven on September 5, 2015 in Gilroy, CA. She was born November 7, 1997 in San Jose, CA to her loving and devoted parents, Julian and Angelina Quinonez, and her two older brothers, Julian and Jeffrey Quinonez, who loved her the minute they met her. Raquel graduated in 2015 "like a Boss" from...

Martin Peter Bilan

Martin Peter Bilan

Sep 5, 2015

Martin Peter Bilan died peacefully surrounded by his six daughters in the early morning hours of September 5, 2015. Martin was the first-born son to Croatian immigrants, Mare and Pasko Bilan in San Francisco, CA on October 24, 1925. Martin attended San Jose Technical High School as a mechanic, class of 1944, he was drafted into the Navy that same...

Irene Minnie Osana

Irene Minnie Osana

Sep 5, 2015

Funeral Services will be Saturday, September 26, 2015, 2:00 P.M. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 8530 Forest Avenue, Gilroy, CA.

Leonard George Abruzzini

Leonard George Abruzzini

Sep 4, 2015

Leonard George Abruzzini passed away peacefully at home September 4, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Born April 6, 1924 to Oscar and Palma Abruzzini in San Jose CA. Brothers Kenneth, and the late Oscar and Robert. Married 63 years to his loving wife Helen Louene. Has 3 wonderful sons Norman (Vickie.), Paul (Susan), David (Yvette) and 4 grandsons, Daniel...

Roy G. Mara, Sr.

Roy G. Mara, Sr.

Aug 29, 2015

Roy was born in Honolulu, HI on October 5, 1937 and passed away at home on August 29, 2015 with his family around him. His remains will be placed along side those of his wife Linda at Santa Clara Catholic Cemetery in Santa Clara, CA. He leaves behind his sister June, four children Roy Jr., Deborah, Dawn, Bill, 9 grand...

Laura Rosella Bridges

Laura Rosella Bridges

Aug 29, 2015

Cremation Services with Private Family Service at a later date.

Paul Baltazar

Paul Baltazar

Aug 28, 2015

Paul Baltazar, born June 30, 1942 at home in Lovell, Wyoming passed into Jesus' hands August 28, 2015 surrounded by his family in Gilroy, California. Connie writes "I was first attracted to Paul's handsome, manly appearance but more intrigued by his knowledge, kindness and love of his large family. He promised to love me until death do us part, but...

Nellie Pearle Silva

Nellie Pearle Silva

Aug 27, 2015

Nellie passed away peacefully after a short illness. She is survived by her loving husband, Ernie, daughter Debbie Silva and grandchildren, Jennifer Long, Tim Hardy, Liz Jordan, Amber Howe, Danny , Rich, Nick, Gilbert, and Veronica Frausto. She was preceded in death by her son Greg and daughter Darlene. Nellie was a loving and devoted grandmother and great grandmother. She...

Ernest A. Speno

Ernest A. Speno

Aug 25, 2015

Born in San Jose, California and passed away peacefully after a short illness. He is survived by his wife Lucille; children Jeff (Jennifer) Speno and Michele (Dave) Bennett; and grandchildren Lindsay and Brad Speno, Mitch and Sam Bennett. Ernie grew up on an orchard in San Jose and later moved to Gilroy to establish Speno International in 1979, then owned...

Robert R. Martin

Robert R. Martin

Aug 24, 2015

Robert, 83, of Gilroy, passed away in his home on Monday, August 24, 2015. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Lorraine and their six children; Terri (Kenneth) Boales, Robert (Maria Rosa) Martin, Gregory (Christi) Martin, Joni Martin, Christine (David) Keane and Timothy Martin. He is also survived by his 12 grandchildren, his brother, Joseph Martin, and...

Martha Louise Tremblay

Martha Louise Tremblay

Aug 22, 2015

Martha passed away at the age of 75 in Morgan Hill, CA surrounded by her loving family. Martha lives on by her children Harbor Morgan, Rebecca Romero, and Lainie Cicolani; step children Laura, Robert, Bradley and Gary Tremblay. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Tremblay. Martha was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She will be...

Steve Ledon

Steve Ledon

Aug 21, 2015

Steve Ledon, 67, passed away Friday, August 21, 2015 at St. Louis Regional Hospital. He was born on February 3rd 1948 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was a dry-waller for over 40 years. He loved the 49ers, Giants & Warriors. He also loved spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by wife, Rosemary Ledon, his siblings George, Fred & Mary,...

Tony Marfia

Tony Marfia

Aug 19, 2015

Tony Marfia, age 93, passed away peacefully in Sequoia Hospital in Redwood City after a short illness. Tony was a lifelong resident of Morgan Hill. Along with ranching he spent his occupational life working at Filice & Perrelli Cannery. He can be remembered having breakfast or lunch with his many friends and family at local restaurants. He was a lifelong...

Kelly Lea Ross

Kelly Lea Ross

Aug 18, 2015

Kelly was born in Gilroy, CA on 8/31/61 and his life on earth ended 8/18/15 due to a tragic accident at work on May 22, 2015. Kelly fell off a ladder and fell approx. 20' and suffered a brain hemorrhage, collapsed lung and multiple fractured ribs. He had been comatose since the accident. Kelly is survived by his dad and...

Peggy Pauline Hill

Peggy Pauline Hill

Aug 16, 2015

Peggy Pauline Hill went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 16, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband LTC William P. Hill, April 11, 1985 and her brothers Jack Brittain of Beaumont, Texas and Donald Brittain of Huber Heights, Ohio. She is survived by her brother Dwayne Brittain of Duncan, Oklahoma, daughter and "favorite" son-in-law, Suzanne...

Patricia Ann Allen

Patricia Ann Allen

Aug 16, 2015

Patricia Ann Allen 69 years old was set free from her battle with cancer on August 16, 2015; She was surrounded by her family in the comfort of her own home in the beautiful hills of Gilroy, CA. Patricia was born November 23, 1945 in Monterey County, CA to her parents Jewel and James Beasley. Patricia grew up running through...

Claire Luella Fisher Connett

Claire Luella Fisher Connett

Aug 14, 2015

Claire enjoyed 95 years of life. She was married 70 years, had three daughters, thirteen grandchildren, and forty plus great grandchildren. She was an amazing mom who taught her children to love nature and that a book can take you on an amazing adventure. She loved talking to people and hearing their stories. She is now with her husband Johnny,...

Viriginia Jane Chaney

Viriginia Jane Chaney

Aug 11, 2015

Longtime Paradise resident, Virginia "Ginny" Jane Chaney died August 11 at her daughter's home in Gilroy, California at the age of 95. Virginia was born in Columbus, Ohio on April 8, 1920 and moved to Paradise in 1955. She worked for Stratton's Market in Paradise for over 20 years. Ginny was an outstanding athlete. She was the pitcher for the...

Tom Kawano

Tom Kawano

Aug 8, 2015

Memorial service 3:00 pm, Saturday, August 15, 2015 at Habing Family Funeral Home.

John Cornelius Houghton

John Cornelius Houghton

Aug 7, 2015

John Houghton, 81, residing in Gilroy, CA passed away on August 7th, 2015, after a long and valiant battle with cancer. John was born in Mansfield, Massachusetts on May 2nd, 1934. He attended Mansfield High School. John grew up in modest conditions in a blue collar family. He joined the Marine Corps in 1952 going through boot camp at Paris...

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