Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

James Leon Beech

James Leon Beech

Nov 12, 2014

James "Jim" Leon Beech (73) passed away peacefully with his family on Wednesday November 12, 2014. James was born in Neligh Nebraska and lived in San Bernardino, CA before settling in San Jose, CA. He graduated from Campbell High School in the late 50's. Jim met his wife Deloris through some mutual friends and they were married in San Bernardino...

Patricia M. Leneave

Patricia M. Leneave

Nov 12, 2014

Patricia LeNeave passed away in Salinas on Nov. 12, 2014. She is survived by her children, John (Linda)LeNeave, Tim (Kathy) LeNeave, Patrick LeNeave and Robert (Cindy) LeNeave. Grandchildren, Kelly Bagwell, Jennifer LeNeave, John LeNeave, Heather Tyrrell, Toby LeNeave, Lindsey LeNeave, Teniesa Thompson, Sariesa Boele and Aleshia Dedrick. Great Granchildren, Morgan and Luke Bagwell, Nolan and Madelyn Crites, Gunner and Laura...

Olivia Nina Perry

Olivia Nina Perry

Nov 11, 2014

Olivia Nina Perry, age 67, passed away peacefully on Nov. 11, 2014 with her husband by her side. She is the beloved wife of George Perry for 53 years and loving mother of Elizabeth (Gino) Rosa. She will be missed by her sisters, brothers, nieces , nephews, sisters-in-law, cousins and friends too numerous to mention. There will be visitation Monday,...

Margarita B. Fuentez

Margarita B. Fuentez

Nov 11, 2014

Margarita was the foundation and soul of her family. Loving wife to Fernando (deceased) for 56 years. She loved all her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Everyone knew if they needed a shoulder to cry on or someone to share their joy, they could count on mom, grandma, nana, Mage or "MaMa" to be there. Margarita is survived by her...

Joy Clark Johnson

Joy Clark Johnson

Nov 9, 2014

JOY CLARK JOHNSON -- 1928 - 2014. Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Joy Clark Johnson, passed from this life Sunday, November 9, 2014. She was born in Denver, Colorado, on July 30, 1928, the sixth of seven children, to John Perry and Mary Jetta Christensen Clark. Joy graduated from high school in Fort Lupton, Colorado, and earned...

Yasuko Toyama

Yasuko Toyama

Nov 8, 2014

Yasuko Toyama died in Gilroy, CA on November 8, 2014. She is survived by her son: David Toyama of Gilroy and son: Gary Toyama of South Lake Tahoe, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband Akio Toyama (1996). Survived by three sisters in Japan and sister in-laws June Kuwada, Joyce Kuwada, Emily Igarashi, Doris Kunimura (Mas), Laraine Noto,...

Kiely Renee Vaca Higgins

Kiely Renee Vaca Higgins

Nov 8, 2014

Kiely Renee Vaca Higgins was granted her angel wings on November 8, 2014. Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that Kiely had touched in some extraordinary way throughout her short, yet very memorable life. Kiely's life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by her understood that the quality of existence far...

Roy Leo Ouellette

Roy Leo Ouellette

Nov 7, 2014

Services are pending and will be announced.

Helena Frances Garcia

Helena Frances Garcia

Nov 4, 2014

Private family services have been held.

Lucio A. Villafuerte

Lucio A. Villafuerte

Nov 2, 2014

Lucio A. Villafuerte, age 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 2, 2014 in Hollister, CA. He is survived by his wife, Martha Villafuerte, his children, grandchildren and siblings. Visitation will be Friday, Nov. 7, 2014 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at Habing Family Funeral Home followed by Mass at St. Mary's Catholic Church at 11:30 AM....

Betty June Dover

Betty June Dover

Oct 30, 2014

Family and friends are invited to join Betty's family on Friday evening, November 7, 2014 for a visitation from 5-7 p.m. at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2014 at Habing Family Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. Betty was the daughter of the late Jack and Maggie Ross, and sister to Shirley Murrow,...

Robert R. Sanchez

Robert R. Sanchez

Oct 29, 2014

Robert R. Sanchez of Gilroy, passed away on October 29, 2014. He is survived by his brothers; Tony Sanchez, Richard Sanchez, Mike Sanchez and Andrew Sanchez, and sister, Connie Sanchez, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; Tony and Esther Sanchez; his brother-in-law Ruben Gallardo, Sr. and his nephew Ruben Gallardo, Jr....

James Joseph Scarcella

James Joseph Scarcella

Oct 29, 2014

James J. Scarcella, of Gilroy passed Wednesday, October 29, 2014 suddenly in San Jose, CA. Husband of Nancy R. Scarcella of Gilroy. Father of Michael Scarcella (Angela) of Hollister, Matthew Scarcella (Melissa) of Gilroy, and Angie Scarcella Phillips of Gilroy. Grandfather of Shea Lemos, Jonathan Scarcella, Ryan Scarcella and Ty Phillips of Gilroy, Brittany, Josephine and Sophia Scarcella of Hollister....

Evelyn "Carol" Larsen

Evelyn "Carol" Larsen

Oct 29, 2014

Evelyn "Carol" Larsen, age 69, passed away on October 29, 2014 in San Jose, CA. Beloved wife of George Larsen and loving mother of Kelly S. Larsen, Christopher E. Larsen and Keri L. Larsen. Inurnment will be held on Friday, November 14, 2014, at 1:30 P.M. at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, 1000 First Street, Gilroy, CA. Memorial Service will be...

Tony Pena Lopez

Tony Pena Lopez

Oct 27, 2014

Tony P. Lopez, age 67, passed away surrounded by his family on October 27, 2014 in Morgan Hill, CA. As days went by God saw you getting weaker although you were known to never give up you had no choice but, to leave us with your memories. Tony was the most straight-forward person you could have ever met always spoke...

Frank Raymond Valadez, Sr.

Frank Raymond Valadez, Sr.

Oct 26, 2014

Frank was a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend. He leaves behind his wife Charlotte after just celebrating their 28th anniversary last weekend. Frank was also a loving father to his children Victoria, Frank Jr., and Lindsey. He also leaves behind his grandchildren Nadia and Caleb. Aside from being loved and admired by his family, he was also a very...

James "Jim" Rench

James "Jim" Rench

Oct 25, 2014

James "Jim" Rench departed this world to be with the Lord after a lengthy illness on October 25, 2014 in Morgan Hill, CA at the age of 75. The love of his family and his firm belief in God were his passion and strength throughout his life. Jim is survived by his wife, Susan Rench and stepchildren, Ari and Sati...

Elfreide Anna Robinson

Elfreide Anna Robinson

Oct 25, 2014

Elfreide passed away October 25, 2014 at home in Gilroy. She is survived by her children Martin (Leslie) Robinson and Pamela Koziar; grandchildren Chandonet Potter, Donald Tucker III, Adam (Kate) Robinson, Kevin (Emily) Robinson and Melanie Koziar; great grandchildren Taylor Langdon, Jade Potter, Alexis Potter, Ashley Potter, Aiden Tucker, Donovan Tucker, Asher Robinson, Kellan Robinson, Reed Robinson, Rory Robinson, Zachary...

Agnes "Aggie" Marie Ternasky

Agnes "Aggie" Marie Ternasky

Oct 23, 2014

Agnes "Aggie" Ternasky Born July 11, 1944 in Biddeford, Maine. Longtime Gilroy resident and Hospice/Homecare Nurse. Wife of Michael Ternasky of Gilroy. Mother of Joseph D. Ternasky (Izumi Furukawa) of Mt. View, CA, Vincent J. Ternasky (Janel) of Leesburg, FL. and the late Michael A. Ternasky (1994). Grandmother of Michaela Holland of UC Irvine, Trey, Blake and Ayla Ternasky of...

Ramona Vargas Cota

Ramona Vargas Cota

Oct 19, 2014

A Visitation will begin 1:00 PM followed by a Vigil Service at 7:00 PM on Monday, October 27, 2014 at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 AM, Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at St. Mary Catholic Church. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery.

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