Karen Patricia Ash
May 9, 2011
KAREN ASH passed away Monday, May 9, 2011 at Kaiser Santa Teresa Hospital. Wife of Juan Alvarado of San Martin. Daughter of Wilma Ash of San Martin and the late Jack L. Ash. Sister of Ken Ash and Kathy Bradish both of San Martin; Krisann Villarruel (Salvador) of Gilroy. Aunt of Eddie Bradish(Nicole), Michelle Wilson(Thomas), Melissa Guevara(Nicholas), Alicia Villarruel, Rebeccah...
Michael S. Oliver
May 9, 2011
Mike joined his wife (Nancy Oliver) in heaven on May 9, 2011 after a peaceful passing with his only child, Melissa Howard, by his side. He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren; Morgan and Cole Howard who will miss their Papa more than words can say; Steve Howard, who will cherish all their camping trips filled with so much...
Martha Corral
May 8, 2011
Vigil Sunday, May 15, 2011 - 5:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral Mass Monday, May 16, 2011 - 10:00 AM at St. Mary's Church, 11 First Street, Gilroy. Burial will follow at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, 1000 First Street, Gilroy.
Germana Bettencourt Cabral
May 8, 2011
Germana Bettencourt Afonso Cabral entered this life on May 31, 1929 and took her-walk with Jesus on May 8, 2011 at St. Louise Regional Hospital with her nephew and two great-nieces by her side, after a brief illness. She was the eighth child of ten born to Manuel Inacio Afonso and Teresa Bettencourt Amarante in the town of Beira, Sao...
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...