Mary Elizabeth Gianni
May 7, 2011
Entered into rest May 7, 2011. Wife of the late Louis J. Gianni. Mother of Barbara Cerquettini of S. San Francisco and Carol Lundquist of Elk Grove. Grandmother of 7 and also a Great-Grandmother. A native of Colma, aged 96 years. A Funeral Mass will be held Monday, May 16, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Dunstan Catholic Church, 1133...
Ramiro G. Cavazos "Joe"
May 3, 2011
Born in Texas, raised in Lemoore, and settled in Gilroy. Joe worked in car sales and real estate in our community. He loved working with people and helping those in need. He was a brave fighter throughout his illness and God heard his cries, blessing him and his family. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Adolfo and Geronima...
Mario Valdez
Apr 30, 2011
MARIO VALDEZ was born and raised in Gilroy. Mario passed away at Valley Medical Center in San Jose surrounded by his family. Mario worked for the Social Security Office in Salinas. Son of Maria G. Valdez of Gilroy and the late Carlos Valdez. Brother of Alice Alfaro (Roger), Margaret Padron (Larry), Elvia Silva, Lolly Diaz (Ruby), Linda Martinez (Raul) Mariano...
Wenceslao (Don Wenci) Torres Alfaro
Apr 27, 2011
Wenceslao (Don Wenci) Torres Alfaro passed away after a long and lengthy illness on April 27, 2011. He was born to Fidel Alfaro and Margarita Torres in Huaniqueo Michoacán, Mexico on September 28, 1924. He was preceded in death by his wife, Adelina Alfaro in 1984. Don Wenci journeyed to the United States through the Bracero program at 17 years...
Erna Wiebe Shumaker
Apr 26, 2011
Erna Wiebe Shumaker, 86, a Navy Veteran, passed away April 26, 2011 in Gilroy, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack Shumaker; survived by her loving nieces Carol, Diana, and nephews Michael, Dennis, Brian, and Lyle; stepdaughters Linda, Beth and Cathy as well as their families. Burial will take place Friday, May 13th in Reedley Cemetery District,...
Phillip B. De La Torre
Apr 23, 2011
Phillip B. De La Torre passed away April 23, 2011. He was preceded in death by his daughter Ezzy De La Torre; survived by his children Terry M. Clark of San Jose, Ray De La Torre of Gilroy, Frances Gomez of Gilroy, Esther Hyman of San Diego, Phil De La Torre, Jr. of Hollister, And Lina D. Martinez of Gilroy;...
Leda Whitmore Young
Apr 18, 2011
Funeral Services Saturday, April 23, 1011 at the Gilroy Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Burial held in Monticello, Utah.
Ernest Guerra Jr.
Apr 14, 2011
On April 14, 2011 Ernest Guerra, Jr. joined his beloved daughter Brandi Michele Guerra and mother Amelia (Duffy) Guerra in heaven to celebrate their birthdays. Born in Carrizo Springs TX on June 3, 1943 he moved with his family to California and attended Sacred Heart School and Campbell High School. He earned his AS degree in Administration of Justice at...
Lupe Sanchez
Apr 13, 2011
LUPE SANCHEZ, 90, of Gilroy passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at Santa Teresa Hospital, San Jose. Daughter of the late Jose F. and Siria E. Sanchez. Sister of the late Luis E. Sanchez, Jesus E. Sanchez, Vincent E. Sanchez, Carmen Sanchez and Mary E. Angelino. Sister-in-law of the late Albert A. Angelino and Martha Sanchez. Survived by numerous nieces...
Steven Dean Woodson
Apr 11, 2011
Steven Dean Woodson, loving husband and father of seven, battled lung cancer for 14 months and passed away peacefully on April 11 with his family by his side. Steven was born on July 25th, 1952 in Oakland, California. Steven grew up in El Cerrito, California and went on to attend the University of Berkeley, California. He graduated from Berkeley in...
Isabel Silva
Apr 10, 2011
ISABEL SILVA, 93, passed away Sunday, April 10, 2011. Wife of the late Tony A. Silva. Mother of Albert A. Silva (Mary Jacinta), Arthur V. Silva (Maria) and David D. Silva all of Gilroy. Grandmother of Bernice M. Garcia (Gerard), Sandie Silva-Millard, Michelle E. Silva-Alger (Kenny) and Joshua A. Silva (Ana) all of Gilroy. Great-grandmother of Hayley L. Alger, Savannah...
Bruce John Sweeney
Apr 6, 2011
Bruce John Sweeney,75, crossed over at St. Louise Regional Hospital on Wednesday April 6th 2011, due to complications from a stroke. Bruce was born in Oak Park Illinois, and moved to California at the age of 3 with his parents. They settled in the Oakland/ San Leandro Area, eventually purchasing a home in Sheffield Village. Bruce graduated from St. Joseph's...
Joyce Lynn
Apr 4, 2011
Funeral Services Thursday, April 28, 2011 - 2:30 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, 900 First Street, Gilroy, CA.
Pete Todd
Apr 4, 2011
Pete Todd passed away suddenly at his home in Gilroy on April 4, 2011 at the age of 92. He was born in Rifle, Colorado. He is survived by his children Sheila Terry, Linda and husband Rick Perdichizzi, Bill and wife Robin Todd and Robert Todd all of Gilroy. Loving grandfather of Paige Terry (Dan Carter) of Sacramento, Shawna Terry...
Jacque Vivian Sunseri
Apr 4, 2011
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2011, at 1:00 P.M. at Habing Family Funeral Home, 129 4th Street, Gilroy, CA.
Maria De La Cruz Romo
Apr 3, 2011
Maria De La Cruz Romo, 57, passed away April 3, 2011. She is survived by her son Bernardo (Benito) De La Cruz Romo and his wife Alicia Marmon of New York, grandson Riley Chase Andres Romo, her father Guadalupe De La Cruz and 4 brothers, Juan, Guadalupe, Jr., Luis, and Roel. Maria worked for the past 20 years at San...
Hector Edmundo Gonzalez
Apr 3, 2011
Vigil Thursday, April 7, 2011 - 7:00 PM at St. Mary's Church, 11 First Street, Gilroy. Mass Friday, April 8, 2011 - 4:00 PM at St. Mary's Church. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, 900 First Street, Gilroy.
Ralph Robert Munoz, Sr.
Apr 2, 2011
Ralph Robert Munoz, Sr., 89 of Gilroy, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 2, 2011. He was born on October 24, 1921 in San Miguel, Jal. Mexico. Ralph was preceded in death by his son, Ralph Munoz Jr. in 2003. Ralph moved to Gilroy in 1976 and worked in construction all his life...
Mary Elizabeth Rianda
Mar 31, 2011
Beloved wife of Gerald R. Rianda for 64 years. Loving mother of Ron, Gregg (Robin) and Jeri Lynn. Dearest grandmother of 6 and great-grandmother of 3. Dear sister of Donna and Faith. Private services were held.
Paul A. Rede
Mar 21, 2011
On March 21, 2011 Paul joined his Wife, Maria Oralia (Yaya) Ruiz-Rede, and Daughter, Mary Rede-Gregorio, Both of whom preceded him in death. Born in New Mexico, Paul settled in Gilroy after serving in the US Navy during WWII and The Korean Conflict. There he met and married his wife of 42 years. He is survived by his sons, Edward,...