Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Luther C. Martinez

Luther C. Martinez

Feb 23, 2011

Luther C. Martinez passed away peacefully with his family by his side on February 23, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Alice Martinez. Survived by their children Christina & Louie Garcia, Jr. & Liz Martinez, Nancy & Pete Santana, Geno Martinez, Tom & Karen Martinez, and Art & Toni Martinez. Grandfather of 14. Great-Grandfather of 9....

Mary Elizabeth Silva

Mary Elizabeth Silva

Feb 21, 2011

On Monday, February 21, 2011, our beloved Mary Elizabeth left us all too soon to join the angels in Heaven; she left this world peacefully and surrounded by her cherished family. Mary was born on July 10, 1931 in Oklahoma to George and Lillian McClain and was one of nine daughters. She moved to San Jose, California, where she met...

John T. Hart Jr.

John T. Hart Jr.

Feb 19, 2011

JOHN T. HART Jr. 88, passed away at his home in Gilroy on Saturday, February 19, 2011. Husband of Shirley J. Hart of Gilroy. Preceded in death by his first wife Marie Hart (1996). Father of Jennifer Swanson (Dick) of Modesto, CA, Alice Vaughan (Don) of Greer, SC, Caroll Burts (Ken) of Modesto, CA, Ellen Williams (Doug) of Cupertino, CA...

Clinton Alan Knoles

Clinton Alan Knoles

Feb 14, 2011

Clinton "Alan" Knoles passed away February 14, 2011. No services will be held at this time.

John Henry Luth

John Henry Luth

Feb 13, 2011

John Henry Luth November 14, 1934 – February 13, 2011 Resident of Santa Clara, CA On February 13, 2011 after 76 years of inspirational life, John Henry passed from this life to the next with loved ones' by his side. He was born November 14, 1934 in San Jose, California, and continued to prosper in Santa Clara County for the...

Ruth Betty Spence

Ruth Betty Spence

Feb 11, 2011

Ruth Betty Spence 81, passed away peacefully at home. Beloved wife of Glenn Spence for 61 years. Loving mother of Karen (Rod) Twitchell and Tim (Gretchen) Spence. Dearest grandmother of James & Daniel Laeno, Ginni Twitchell and Krisy Spence. Dear great-grandmother of Claire Austin. Dear sister of Gene DuVal. She worked for 20 years at Gentry Foods and was a...

Jose Guadalupe Silva

Jose Guadalupe Silva

Feb 11, 2011

Funeral Mass Saturday, February 12, 2011 - 1:00 PM at Christ the King Church, 240 Calle Cebu, Salinas, CA 93901. Burial will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 18200 Damian Way, Salinas, CA 93907

Vera Cruz Avila

Vera Cruz Avila

Feb 9, 2011

Vera Avila peacefully went home with our Lord. She is predeceased by Ernest Avila. They were married for 52, years. She is survived by her daughters Vera Mungary, Darlene Fernandez, Janet Avila, step-daughter Barbara Diaz, grandchildren Ralph Mungary, Marc (Tami) Mungary, Tyson Valdez, Gina Valdez, step-grandchildren Edwin (Delia) Diaz, Eric (Kathy) Diaz, Everett (Lucia) Diaz, Eydie Charvez, 12 great-grandchildren, two...

John Ronald Pacheco

John Ronald Pacheco

Feb 9, 2011

John was born in San Jose and attended Lincoln High School. He left school; joined the Navy - submarine division; and worked for GE nuclear division for 26 years. He is survived by his children: Bev and Dan Castillo of Pacifica: Steve Pacheco of San Martin: John and Kami Pacheco of Los Gatos and Shawna and Chris Hoover of San...

Carmen Clevenger

Carmen Clevenger

Feb 9, 2011

Private family services have been held.

Michael S. Perrucci

Michael S. Perrucci

Feb 8, 2011

Michael, known by his family and friends as "Bubbles" was born September 15, 1956 in San Jose, California and passed away at his residence on February 8, 2011 in Gilroy, California. He attended schools in Saratoga. He was an employee of Mayfair Packing Company during the 80's and 90's. He was preceded in death by his father, Clement and his...

Richard Eugene Janisch Sr.

Richard Eugene Janisch Sr.

Feb 8, 2011

Richard Eugene Janisch Sr. passed away at his home in Gilroy Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at the age of 78 surrounded by his loving family. Loving husband of 55 years to Mary M. Janisch of Gilroy. Dear father of Michael Janisch of Hollister, Stephen Janisch (Sandy) of Gilroy, Cara Ragan of Gilroy and Richard Eugene Janisch II (Judy) of Gilroy....

Jennie Angulo

Jennie Angulo

Feb 1, 2011

Jennie Angulo was called home Feb. 1st, 2011 at the age of 81. She was the first born daughter into a family of 18 children. She lived a long yet at times a hard life, yet her love for her family was unconditional. She was born in Texas on May 6th, 1929. She had 8 children, sons, Elesar, Jr., Benny...

Antonio Rodriguez, Jr.

Antonio Rodriguez, Jr.

Jan 31, 2011

Viewing beginning 1:00pm Thursday, February 10 with an evening service following at 7:00pm. Funeral service 10:00am Friday, February 11, all at Habing Family Funeral Home. Burial to follow at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park.

Eva Montiel

Eva Montiel

Jan 30, 2011

Visitation Wednesday. February 2, 2011 8:30 AM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Then to St. Mary's Church, 11 First Street, Gilroy for Mass at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, 900 First Street, Gilroy.

Lynn Esposito Kovach

Lynn Esposito Kovach

Jan 28, 2011

Lynn Esposito Kovach of Gilroy, passed away on Friday, January 28,2011. She was born in Paterson, N.J. to Edward and Margaret Esposito on Sept. 17, 1956. She graduated from Troy High School in Fullerton, CA and also received a bachelors degree from the University of Phoenix. She moved to Gilroy in 1979. Lynn married her husband Peter Kovach in April...

Gelasio Javier Avendano Chavez

Gelasio Javier Avendano Chavez

Jan 27, 2011

Vigil Sunday, January 30, 2011- 5:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral Mass Monday, January 31, 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, CA.

Robert Dominguez Aviles

Robert Dominguez Aviles

Jan 26, 2011

Visitation Saturday, January 29, 2011 - 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Then to St. Mary's Church, 11 First Street, Gilroy. Burial will be in Tucson, AZ on Wednesday, February 2, 2011.

Judy Marez

Judy Marez

Jan 23, 2011

Our dear Judy passed away January 23, 2011,after a short battle with liver cancer. Judy was born on February 16, 1932, in Pixley, CA, to Mary and Manuel Marez. She moved to Gilroy as a young girl. Gilroy was her favorite place,she loved Gilroy and the people who lived there. Judy's first job was with Western Union, delivering messages on...

Tammie Jean Ritter

Tammie Jean Ritter

Jan 23, 2011

Tammie J. Ritter, age 43, a resident of Aromas, CA passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, January 23, 2011. She leaves her husband, Michael Ritter and daughters, Tiffany, age 20 and Allison, age 14. Cremation has been held. Memorial service will be at Aromas Bible Church, 263 Carpenteria Road, Aromas on Saturday, February 5, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.

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