Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Alice Gates

Alice Gates

Aug 6, 2015

Celebration of Life open house Sunday, September 27, 2015 from 1:00 - 4:00PM at Guglielmo Winery, Morgan Hill.

Peggy Navarette Espinoza

Peggy Navarette Espinoza

Aug 5, 2015

Peggy, 58, of Gilroy, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015. She is survived by her parents Salvador and Mary Navarrete, brother Sal Navarrete (spouse Tina), sister Liz Duron (spouse Ken), sister Kathy Navarrete, brother Frank Navarrete, sister Susan Deleon (spouse Adam). Nieces and Nephews; Deliah Deleon, Adam Deleon, Ryan Navarrete, Frankie Navarrete, Alena Navarrete. Step daughters Erika White and...

Paul Mirelez

Paul Mirelez

Aug 4, 2015

Paul passed away Tuesday at the Palo Alto Veterans Medical Center after a short illness. Loving husband of Barbara Mirelez of Gilroy. Dear father of Paul A. Mirelez of Arnold, CA, Christopherand and Nehemiah Mirelez, both of Gilroy and the late Jose Felipe Mirelez. Grandfather of Daniell A. Mirelez of Gilroy. Brother of Steve Mirelez of Hollister and Martha Mirelez...

Ella Mae Lindsey

Ella Mae Lindsey

Jul 30, 2015

Born to Quince and Berta Wash, on July 27, 1946 in Eastabuchie, Mississippi. Ella Mae's life's journey began as the sixth child of thirteen brothers and sisters. As a young woman she married Alfred Glenn and to this union her only child, Alfreda Marie Glenn was born. Ella Mae moved to California in 1992 where she began her life's journey...

Charles C. Luke

Charles C. Luke

Jul 24, 2015

Survived by his wife Bobbie, daughter Sarah, son Josh, brother-in-law Don, his dog Lucy, his horse Rose all of Gilroy, his sister Karen of Oregon and friends he made while living in Gilroy and working for the railroad in Oakland and San Jose. No services planned.

Richard James Cunningham

Richard James Cunningham

Jul 19, 2015

Richard James Cunningham passed peacefully in his sleep at 66 years old - the world lost a truly great man. Known variably as Dick, Rich, Richie, Old Man, Uncle Richard, dad, and most recently grandpa, he was born and raised in San Jose, though he called San Martin home for the past 35 years. Richard worked as a Gardener for...

Betty Parker

Betty Parker

Jul 17, 2015

Betty Parker passed away on July 17, 2015 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was preceded in death by her parents Manuel and Theresa Silva, brothers Tony and Manuel Silva and sister Tessie Masini. Survived by her sisters Marie Page and Bernice McHenry. Betty will always be remembered by her great sense of humor. Graveside Service will be...

Doroteo John Valenzuela

Doroteo John Valenzuela

Jul 16, 2015

Gilroy, California — Doroteo John Valenzuela, age 89, died peacefully in his home on July 16th from congestive heart failure. Mr. Valenzuela is preceded in death by his parents Doroteo Valenzuela and Inez Soto Valenzuela and son Christopher Valenzuela. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Mary G. Valenzuela, and five children: Yolanda Najar (Pedro), Martha Martinez, John...

Carol Nancy Malone

Carol Nancy Malone

Jul 14, 2015

Carol Nancy Malone, age 84, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2015 in Los Gatos, CA. Graveside service will be Friday, July 17th, 2015, at 10:00 A.M. at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, Gilroy, CA

Maria S. Naranjo

Maria S. Naranjo

Jul 13, 2015

Maria S. Naranjo, age 86 passed away surrounded by her family on July 13, 2015. Maria was born to Marciala Calderon and Cecilia Silva on January 10, 1929 in Corpus Christi Texas. She will be missed by her children, Romeo, Orlando (Evelyn), George, Danny (Tricia) and Noel Naranjo; her daughters Eva Trenberth (Kevin), Susie Silva (Mitch) and Norma Nussbaumer (Fred)...

Doris Ann Cockayhne

Doris Ann Cockayhne

Jul 10, 2015

Doris Ann Cockayne, 80, of Gilroy, CA died peacefully in her home on Friday, July 10, 2015. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald Richard Cockayne, her parents, Eliza (LeBlanc) and Leo Blais, and her sister, Janet Blais. Doris was born in born in Pawtucket, R.I. on January 23, 1935. She spent most of her life in Pawtucket, R.I. where...

Claudia Ann Alosi

Claudia Ann Alosi

Jul 8, 2015

Claudia Alosi, passed on July 8, 2015 in Morgan Hill Ca, from a sudden illness. Survived by her children Matt and Kelly Jewell, her siblings Don Gage, Moe McHenry, Brian McHenry and husband Tony Alosi. She loved and was loved by her friends and family. She loved cooking and entertaining with all those around her. Gardening, reading and volunteering at...

Theodore Wendall Werman

Theodore Wendall Werman

Jul 7, 2015

Teddy passed away on July 7th after several months' battle with cancer. His parents, Theodor Vohrmann (Werman) and Anna Vohrmann (Werman) emigrated to New York City from Estonia in the 30s Teddy was born in New York city, an only child and would have been 75 on August 28th. He attended Point Pleasant Beach high school in New Jersey, and...

Chester (Chet) Anthony Beckrest

Chester (Chet) Anthony Beckrest

Jul 5, 2015

Chester passed away in his sleep July 5, 2015, at the age of 98. Chet was predeceased by his parents John and Theresa, wife Arline, son John, and brother Lawrence. He is survived by sons Thomas (Rose Lynn) and Donald, grandchildren Michelle (Joe) and Tara (CJ), and great grandchildren Valerie, Emily, Amanda, Jessica, Sofia, and Addison. Chet was a decorated...

Carmen (Acedo) Saucedo

Carmen (Acedo) Saucedo

Jul 4, 2015

It is with great sorrow that the Saucedo family of Gilroy, CA announce the passing of our loving Carmen Acedo Saucedo on July 4, 2015. She died peacefully at home surrounded by her family and friends. She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Henry Saucedo and her 2 devoted children, Henry Acedo Jr and her daughter Rosemary...

Patricia "Pat" Haygood

Patricia "Pat" Haygood

Jul 1, 2015

Patricia (Pat) Haygood was born on March 1, 1949 to Dennis Oliver and Lavonia Zona Gaunt in Fresno, California. She is survived by her husband Leon Haygood; Step Father Clarence Randall; children, Mike Hilz, (Carrie Barofaa), Bobby Haygood, (Audry Fedalizo), Leon Haygood, (Leanne Santos), and daugh- ter-in-law Debra Hilz; grandchildren, Beau and Tim Haygood, Brent, Jacqueline, Taylor and Spencer Hilz,...

Maureen Lillian Upton

Maureen Lillian Upton

Jun 30, 2015

Maureen Lillian Upton , age 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 30, 2015. Maureen was born to John and Muriel Caporaso on May 26, 1948 in San Mateo, California. Maureen was dearly loved by her family and friends and will be deeply missed. Family was most important to her. She had a loving husband, Fred Upton...

Craig Varnum Mckinna

Craig Varnum Mckinna

Jun 29, 2015

Craig Varnum McKinna, 72, of Morgan Hill, CA passed away Monday, June 29, 2015 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. He was predeceased by his parents. Craig was born in Oakland, CA and spent his formative years in this county. Craig served as a dental technician in the US Coast Guard from 1962 -1966 (Petty Officer, First Class), and...

Lawrence "Larry" Andrew Wilson

Lawrence "Larry" Andrew Wilson

Jun 27, 2015

Lawrence "Larry" Wilson, age 72, passed away peacefully at his home on June 27, 2015. His Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. at Our Lady Chapel at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Gilroy, CA.

Earnie Foster

Earnie Foster

Jun 23, 2015

A viewing will take place from 1:00 - 4:00pm, Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held 10:30am, Thursday, July 2, 2015 at The Foothills Church, 8335 Church St., Gilroy. Burial will follow at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, Gilroy.

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