Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Susan Sumiko Quade

Susan Sumiko Quade

Dec 1, 2024

Proud wife, mother, and "Obachan"

Susan Quade passed away peacefully at home on December 1st, 2024, at the age of 95.

Susan was the heart of our family. She pulled the family together and taught us that family is everything. Our family knew that she was always looking out for us and gave the best...

Steven B. Karch M.D.

Steven B. Karch M.D.

Nov 22, 2024

Steven B. Karch, M.D., a retired cardiac pathologist, who lived in the Berkeley hills, died at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center in Oakland, California, on November 22, 2024.

He was born in New Jersey. His mother, Miriam Karch, was a librarian; his father, Samuel Karch, was an engineer.

Dr. Karch received his undergraduate degree from...

Joseph Sanchez

Joseph Sanchez

Nov 22, 2024

A visitation will begin at Habing Family Funeral Home 5:00pm, Tuesday, December 3, 2024 followed by a Vigil Service at 7:00pm. Funeral Mass will be said 10:00am Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at St. Mary Catholic Church. Burial follows at St. Mary Cemetery.

Aaron Eugene Haygood

Aaron Eugene Haygood

Nov 21, 2024

A visitation will be held Tuesday, December 3, 2024 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm at Habing Family Funeral Home, 129 Fourth Street, Gilroy, CA.

Ann Jaszewski

Ann Jaszewski

Nov 17, 2024

Ann Jaszewski, a cherished resident of Gilroy, CA, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2024, just shy of her 104th birthday. Born on December 6, 1920, as Ann Barbero, she lived a long and fulfilling life, devoted to her family, friends and community.

In 1940 Ann met the love of her life, Dave Jaszewski, and the two...

Marilyn Ann Britton

Marilyn Ann Britton

Nov 16, 2024

Marilyn Ann Britton, 86, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024, in San Jose, California. Born on April 22, 1938, in South Gate, CA, Marilyn was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a long-time resident of Morgan Hill, where she lived for over 80 years and raised her family.

Marilyn's life was defined by her...

Richard Brian Cortez

Richard Brian Cortez

Nov 14, 2024

Richard Brian Cortez passed away on November 14, 2024 at the age of 48, leaving his family and friends heartbroken. Brian, as he was known, was deeply loved and cherished by his family  and friends and his caring and loyal nature and infectious smile will be forever missed.

Brian was born on August 6, 1976 in San...

Stephen Howard Hussar

Stephen Howard Hussar

Nov 12, 2024

Stephen was born in Buffalo, N.Y.  He is predeceased by his mother Doris Avery Hussar, father Stephen Hussar, and brother David.   He leaves behind the love of his life Linda of 58 years, daughter Traci, son Matthew (wife Lisa), grandchildren Stephen, Shannon, Rachael and Scarlet, great grandson Ocean.  He leaves his brother's wife Pat of Buffalo, N.Y., nephew David...

David Eugene Aasen

David Eugene Aasen

Nov 11, 2024

Dave passed away with family by his side on November 11, 2024.  He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 45 years Valerie Suzanne Aasen, youngest son Anton William Aasen (Paige), and sister Illyana McManus (Terry).  Dave is survived by three other children he shared with Valerie; Amy Clymo (Justin), Adam Aasen (Shaylyn), and Alexander Aasen (Swantje);...

Larry Allen Kellogg

Larry Allen Kellogg

Nov 10, 2024

Private services to be held.

Laverne "Tudy" Thompson

Laverne "Tudy" Thompson

Nov 9, 2024

Anna LaVerne "Tudy" (Schulte) Thompson was born in St Helena, Nebraska on December 17, 1930. She was one of nine children, and everyone called her "Tudy" from a very young age.

The Schulte family lived on a farm in a white, two-story house situated near the Missouri River, with chickens, cows, horses, and corn fields. At the...

Edmund - Quinones

Edmund - Quinones

Nov 7, 2024

Edmund Quinones passed peacefully November 7, 2024 in Gilroy, CA.

Kathy Lee Mccranie

Kathy Lee Mccranie

Nov 5, 2024

On November 5, 2024, Kathy Lee McCranie died peacefully at home in Gilroy, CA, surrounded by her beloved family and devoted pets. She is survived by her husband Dan, her soulmate and best friend for over 58 years, as well as her daughter, Stacey and her son, Morgan.

Kathy was an only child, born in 1946 in...

Terry Wolfe

Terry Wolfe

Nov 3, 2024

Terry Wolfe was born in Gilroy in 1941. She spent her childhood picking prunes in her parents' orchard and herding shorthorn cattle in the hills of Gilroy. After graduating from Gilroy High School, Terry left home to attend San Jose State University. Upon graduating, Terry began her teaching career at Glen View Elementary School in Gilroy and married Russell....

Ruth Bedolla

Ruth Bedolla

Nov 2, 2024

Ruth went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Nov 2. She will be missed by her family and friends. She will live in our hearts until we meet again.

Ruth lived in Hollister, CA, Gilroy, CA and San Martin, CA. where she raised her children.  She spent her last 50 years in Morgan Hill, CA...

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