Kevin A. "Mike" Gilroy
Nov 13, 2013
Kevin A. Gilroy, Colonel, USAF (Retired) 4 June 1936 -13 November 2013 On 13 November 2013, Kevin "Mike" Gilroy completed his final flight from this earth, ascending on Wings of Angels into the welcoming arms of his Lord. In the course of a lifetime, it is a rare privilege to encounter a person who, through their actions and deeds, serves...
Dorothy M. Shine
Nov 11, 2013
Dorothy M. Shine, age 90, passed away in Gilroy on Nov. 11, 2013. Service private.
Delbert Briseno Fuentez
Nov 11, 2013
Delbert was a free spirit, he enjoyed outdoors, flying his kite and making children happy by surprising them with a toy or candy. He was a thoughtful person even if he didn't always express it; his heart was in the right place. Delbert is survived by his daughter Sarah (Henry) Maquinalez, granddaughters Adrya and Carmen; his parents Margarita Fuentez and...
Shirley Jean Mountz
Nov 8, 2013
Shirley Jean Mountz died Friday, November 8, 2013 at St. Louise Hospital in Gilroy with her family by her bedside. Shirley is survived by her husband of 59 years, Richard (Dick) Mountz; her daughters Sharon (Bernie) Guilin and Karen (Ralph) Titus; granddaughter Christina Guilin and Grandson Matthew Titus. She was lovingly called "Nana" by her family and was a devoted...
Galen Willis Bergquist
Nov 6, 2013
Galen Willis Bergquist, resident of Village Green in Gilroy, CA passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2013 at the age of 87. Husband of the late Edythe Bergquist who passed on May 19, 1998. Father of Dennis Bergquist and his wife, Leslie; Ann Costa and her husband, Randy. Grandfather of Matthew, Mark & Lauren Bergquist and Thomas & Kevin Costa....
Robert "Buzzy" Louis Keeler Jr.
Oct 26, 2013
Memorial Services will be held at the Gilroy Presbyterian Church, 6000 Millerr Avenue, Gilroy at 4:00 P.M. on Friday, November 29, 2013. Born in White Plains, NY, he came to CA in 1983, then to Gilroy in 1987. A sheet metal worker with a passion for motorcycles and a deep love for his family who will miss him dearly. He...
Carrie Ann Faraone
Oct 26, 2013
Carrie was preceded in death by her husband Mario Faraone and her mother Diane Pirnik; survived by her father Michael J. Pirnik; as well as Jimmy (Michele) Stevie & Mikey Pirnik, Michelle (Tim) Michaela, Jeff & Chad Decker. She will be missed by many family members and friends. A Memorial Service will take place 10:00 AM Sunday, November 3, 2013...
Luis Marcelo Jardin
Oct 23, 2013
Luis Marcelo Jardin passed away in Tepic Nayarit, Mexico on October 23, 2013. He was 76 years old. He is survived by his wife; Rosaura Jardin; daughters; Gloria Court (Mark), Raquel Roybal (Ben) and Juanita Jardin. Grandchildren; Autumn, Jonathan and Christopher Court; Daniel Valdez, Alex and Jade Bardrick; the mother of his children; Gloria Leiva. Also survived by many loving...
Robert Murray Heaviside
Oct 21, 2013
Robert Murray Heaviside July 20, 1963 - October 21, 2013, of cancer, resident of San Juan Bautista, CA. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah. Graduated from Monta Vista High, Cupertino, CA in 1981. Robert is survived by his daughter Amy of Boise, Idaho and son Kyle, currently stationed in Afghanistan; parents Glen and Bonnie of San Juan Bautista, CA, sister...
Sara Ventura
Oct 21, 2013
Sara Ventura, age 89, passed away at home peachfully on Oct. 21, 2013. Her Memorial Service will be held on Monday, November 4, 2013, at Habing Family Funeral Home followed by placement of cremated remains at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery.
Julia Barrientos Benitez
Oct 19, 2013
Julia Barrientos Benitez left us too early on the morning of October 19, 2013. She was born in San Jose, CA on September 22, 1953 and was 60 years old. She was raised in Gilroy where she also raised her family. For those who were fortunate to know her, she was the most loving and giving person. Julia's home was...
Sarah Ashleigh Coffman
Oct 17, 2013
Sarah's life was filled with her passion for giving to others, especially the children whose lives she touched within the programs she was involved in. From the San Jose & Sacramento Children's Discovery Museums to her work with Extreme Learning Center in Morgan Hill. Her smile was infectious; she lit up a room when she entered. She was known throughout...
Lloyd E. Martin
Oct 16, 2013
Encircled by his family, Lloyd E. Martin of San Martin, CA passed away on Wednesday October 16, 2013 in San Jose. Born on October 17, 1931 in Bartlesville OK, he became a resident of San Martin in 1965 where he established his family home with his wife Inez and their four children. His family grew and anyone who spent time...
Frank D. Mendes
Oct 10, 2013
Frank Daniel Mendes was born on February 4, 1924, to Adeline (Adela) Rodrigues and Julio Mendes in Honoka'a, Hawai'i. Frank had two sisters, two brothers and several half-siblings. Frank's parents were both born in Puerto Rico; Julio was of Portuguese descent and Adela was of Portuguese and Spanish descent. There is also very likely some Puerto Rican blood in the...
James Phillip Lemberger
Oct 10, 2013
James Phillip Lemberger passed away on Thursday October 10, 2013 at the age of 73 due to complications from peritoneal mesothelioma at Stanford Medical Center. Jim was born August 23, 1940 in Cato, WI. He was the son of the late Joe and Evelyn Lemberger. He was one of eleven children. He is survived by his wife of 52 years,...
Jerry Ernest Lema
Oct 10, 2013
Jerry E. Lema, 68, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Faye; loving father of Donna, Jerry Don, Robert and Sabrina; cherished grandfather of 12; dear brother of Manny, Ken and Judy. He was a member of American Legion and the National Rifle Association. His favorite place to spend time was at the beach....
Leta Irene Reed Smith
Oct 8, 2013
Leta Irene Reed Smith died on Oct. 8, 2013 in Fresno, CA.
Leta was born in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1926. The Reed family moved to Morgan Hill in 1934 where Ira Reed's sister, Mrs. Liberty Riggs and family lived.
Leta went through Morgan Hill schools, attended San Jose State University and later married Heston...
Betty Signorotti
Oct 6, 2013
Betty Signorotti 70, of Gilroy passed away at her home on October 6, 2013 from complications associated with cancer. Wife of 52 years to Albert Signorotti of Gilroy. Mother of James Signorotti (Raynelle) of Mascoutah, IL; David Signorotti (Kelly) of Los Banos and John Signorotti (Terri) of San Antonio, TX. Grandmother of Greggory, Nathaniel, Nicholas, Brandon, Meghan, Stephanie, Amanda, Makayla...
Phyllis Salgado
Oct 4, 2013
Phyllis Salgado 80, passed away at home on Friday, October 4, 2013. Daughter of the late Nachito and Ruth Gamino. Mother of Michael Salgado, Ophelia Pequeno and Patricia Granados all of Gilroy and the late Ernie and Raul Salgado. Grandmother of 22. Great-grandmother of 57. Great-great grandmother of 7. Sister of Alfonso and Paul Gamino and Jennie Salgado all of...