Obituaries
Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA
Cruciano Domnick Gallo
Oct 4, 2013
Cruciano D. Gallo, age 77, passed away on Oct. 4, 2013 in Salinas, CA. He is survived by his loving wife Rebecca of 53 years, daughter Marianne and son in law Chris North, sons, Anthony and Paul Gallo, sister Catherine Fitzpatrick, brother John Gallo, granddaughters Hope, Carina and Natalie and many extended family members and friends. He worked as a...
Mary Lena Garcia
Oct 4, 2013
Mary L. Garcia, 84, of Gilroy, passed away from a lengthy illness on Oct. 4, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband Manuel Garcia and brother Albert Frugoli Sr. She is survived by her children Duane and Stella Garcia of Gilroy, Skip and Judy Bloom of Gilroy, Yvonne and Michael Green of Gilroy. She is the grandmother of...
Iona Patton
Oct 3, 2013
Alice "Iona" Patton, born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at her Gilroy residence, last Thursday morning. She was the center of her family and will be missed by all who were touched by her sweet smile and gentle spirit. Iona is survived by her daughters; Michele Rundle, Dia (Michael) Hoshida, and Loretta (David) Weinkam; grandchildren Stephen (Emily) Hoshida,...
Giovanna "Gigi" Nell Marion Greene
Oct 3, 2013
Gi Gi passed away on October 3rd, 2013 in Gilroy. She was born in Victoria, B.C. on August 2nd, 1921 to John and Nellie Marmo. She grew up in Watsonville, California. She married Robert Greene on April 22, 1941. He passed away tragically in 1956. She is survived by her daughter Roberta Bertero and her son Michael (Carolyn) Greene. Her...
Maria Chavez Garcia
Oct 2, 2013
Vigil service 2:30 pm, Sunday, October 6, 2013 at Mission San Juan Bautista. Funeral Mass will begin 1:30 pm, Monday, October 7, 2013 also at Mission San Juan Bautista. Burial to follow at San Juan Bautista District Cemetery.
Beverly Marlene Auser
Sep 29, 2013
Beverly Marlene Auser, age 75, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, William Dennis Auser. She is survived by her loving children, Linda (Todd) Davis and Mark Auser; dearest grandchildren, Ryan Davis, Brittany Robertson, Lauren and Kevin Auser and great-grandchildren, Evan and Ava Robertson. She is also survived by several nieces...
Monya A. Collins
Sep 28, 2013
Monya Passed away in Gilroy, CA on September 28, 2013. She is survived by her 2 children, daughter Roberta Boward (Chuck) of San Jose, son Alan Collins of Gilroy, CA and predeceased by her son Rick Collins and survived by her daughter-in-law Linda of Toppenish, WA and 2 granddaughters. No funeral services per her request.
John "Al" Awbrey
Sep 25, 2013
Funeral Services Monday, September 30, 2013 - 1:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Graveside Services Tuesday, October 1, 2013 - 2:00 PM at Exeter District Cemetery, Exeter, CA
Alice Irene Santos
Sep 24, 2013
Dear wife of the Late Elmer J. Santos, mother of Joan DeVine Cominos (deceased) and Mark Britzius. Step mother of Pauline (Jim) Lemberger, Betty Lou (Charles) Elder, and Roger (Kathy) Santos. Grandmother of Naiya Cominos, Argie (CAPT Timothy) Callaham. Step grandmother of Lori (Steve) Jeske, Steve (Barbara) Lemberger, Lisa Low, Kristy (Mitch) Bourdet, Greg (Pita) Elder, Cathy (Andy) Watt, Leanne...
Duane S. Anderson
Sep 21, 2013
Memorial Services will be held at the Morgan Hill Presbyterian Church, 16970 De Witt Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 at 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 28, 2013. Duane was born in Olympia, WA. He graduated from the University of Washington in June of 1956 with his Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Two weeks later he married Harriet Lee Hastie in...
Mildred Louise Otis
Sep 20, 2013
Graveside services 10:00 am Wednesday, October 2, 2013 at Gavilan Hills Memorial park, Gilroy.
Pete M. Garcia
Sep 20, 2013
Pete M. Garcia passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on September 20, 2013. He was born in Bakersfield, California to Jose and Juanita Garcia. Pete Garcia was a beloved friend, mentor and supporter of many in the Gilroy and Morgan Hill community. He never met a stranger and always shared a kind word and his warm...
Gerald H. Hubert
Sep 18, 2013
Graveside services will be held 11:00 am Thursday, September 26, 2013 at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, 1000 First St., Gilroy. Casual attire welcomed. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Gilroy Historical Society or The Gilroy American Legion, Post 217.
Thomas Anthony Straub
Sep 12, 2013
Thomas Anthony Straub, age 77, of Gilroy passed away September 12, 2013 surrounded by his family. He was born in Columbus, Ohio and had resided in California over 50 years. He is survived by Betty, his wife of 49 years and sons Thomas, Jr (Keri) Littleton, Colorado, Craig (Erin) Gilroy, and Steven, Las Vegas, Nevada; Grandchildren, Sarah, Jacob, Sean, Owen...
Maria Zabala
Sep 1, 2013
Visitation beginning Wednesday, September 11th from 5:00 - 9:00 pm; Funeral Service Thursday, September 12th at 1:00 pm all at Habing Family Funeral Home. Burial to follow at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park.
Carol Sue Manrubia
Aug 31, 2013
Carol Sue McMasters Manrubia was born on November 11, 1947 in San Mateo, CA to Edward McMasters and Esther Olson. She passed away peacefully on August 31, 2013 surrounded by her family in San Jose, CA. She was preceded in death by both parents and her sister Frances McMasters Bloemker. Carol was the youngest of four girls. She is survived...
Victoria Plasencia
Aug 30, 2013
Victoria Plasencia, 85, died Friday August 30, 2013. She was born to the late Manuela and Cruz Paredes, Jan. 18, 1928, in Crystal City, TX. She married Guadalupe Plasencia in 1953, and they lived together in San Jose, CA until he passed. Victoria is survived by five children: Gabriel Plasencia, Walter Plasencia, of San Jose; Ernie Plasencia and Vickie Reed,...
Dolores Bettencourt
Aug 28, 2013
Dolores passed away August 28, 2013 at age 80 peacefully surrounded by family and friends at home. She is survived by her sons, Bobby (MJ) and Lester (Darcy), daughter Tarasa "Penny" Bettencourt, sister Linda (Jerry) Page, sister-in-law Brenda Moore and 9 grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband of 64 years Manuel L. Bettencourt, son Manuel Jr, grandson Dustin, brothers...
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