Richard B. Freitas
Dec 10, 2010
Richard Freitas, 62, of Gilroy died peacefully on Friday, December 10, 2010 at his home surrounded by his family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer for the past year. Richard is survived by his wife Mafalda of 38 years who loved him dearly, his two loving daughters and their spouses, Beatriz and Mario Sousa of Gilroy and Marleen...
Howard K. Schuler
Dec 8, 2010
Howard K. Schuler a long time resident of Gilroy passed away on December 8, 2010 after a brief respiratory illness. He had been residing in Walnut Creek for the last 3 years. He was born outside of Fort Smith Arkansas on 8-27-24 to parents Frank & May Schuler. He was pre-deceased by his adored wife of 64 years, Juanita Schuler...
Phyllis Jean Sutton-Daley
Dec 8, 2010
Phyllis Jean passed away on December 8, 2010 after a lengthy illness, she was the third of three children born to Elmer and Agnes Sutton of Salinas, CA. Phyllis graduated from Salinas High, class of 1947. A devoted employee of Contel Telephone for 25 years in Victorville as well as Gilroy. She had a great love of gardening and beautiful...
Mary Alice Garbini
Dec 2, 2010
Mary "Alice" Garbini passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2010, surrounded by her family. She was 83, born January 3, 1927 in Nacogdoches, TX. Alice retired from the Morgan Hill School System after 35 years of service. She was a member of St. Catherine's Catholic Church in Morgan Hill for over 40 years before moving to Hollister. Alice was very devoted...
Mary Alice Garbini
Dec 2, 2010
Memorial Services Saturday, July 16, 2011 - 10:00 AM at Habing Family Funeral Home.
Patrick J. Balfe
Nov 30, 2010
PATRICK J. BALFE, 59 of Gilroy passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2010 of lung cancer. Son of Mildred Sylvester of Santa Cruz. Brother of Nancy Yegge of Campbell, CA and Kathleen Gray of Pennsylvania. Uncle of Robert & Nick Yegge; Morgan, Jade & Suzanna Gray. Also survived by many close & supportive friends. He leaves his dog Sara and his...
Marie J. Silva
Nov 29, 2010
MARIE J. SILVA, 83 of Jamestown formerly of Gilroy passed away Saturday, November 29, 2010. Wife of 64 years to Albert "Al" Silva of Jamestown. Mother of Ronald R. Silva of Jamestown. Sister-in-law of Marguerite Gomes of Gilroy. Preceded in death by her sisters Dolly, Norma and Anna Mae and her brothers Manuel and Norman. Aunt of Arthur John Silva...
Adele J. Oakes
Nov 27, 2010
Adele Oakes, born 07/19/1930 died 11/27/2010. Loving mother to Diana & Larry Valdez; Peggy and Ron Maylott; grandmother to Cmd. Sgt. Maj. Mitchael Damon Delvalle, Grady and Brian Lamb, Briana Valdez; Tammy Valdez Cadile, Cristi Hunt, Shannon Valdez and great grandmother to Danielle, Ashley, Shania, Tanner, Skylar, Lexi; Madyson, Deakon, and Kaydon; great-great grandmother to Blake and very very dear...
Mary Catherine Hyman
Nov 25, 2010
Mary "Teta" Catherine Hyman, a native Gilroyan, passed away November 25, 2010. Preceded in death by her husband Dean Hyman, son Brent Hyman, parents Frank and Catherine Rossi, brothers Loris (Alice) Rossi, Tony Rossi and Martin (Verna) Rossi. She was the loving mother of Jim (Mary Ann) Morris, and Joanne Medina; daughter in law Bonnie Hyman; grandmother of Randi (Mark)...
Angelina "Angie" Marie Mangano
Nov 25, 2010
ANGELINA "Angie" MANGANO, 95, of Gilroy passed away Thursday, November 25, 2010 at Pacific Hills Manor, Morgan Hill. Wife of 71 years to the late Thomas Mangano (2002). Survived by his children and their spouse, Beth and Ted Strotman of Gilroy and Mary and Vince Costello of Gilroy. Preceded in death by her son Pasquale Mangano and her daughter-in-law Vivian...
Joe Ramirez Copas
Nov 24, 2010
Funeral Services December 4, 2010 - 11:00 AM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, 1000 First Street, Gilroy.
Rose M. Orona
Nov 21, 2010
Rose M. Orona left us on 11/21/2010. She was loved by many including her Mother, sisters, brothers, nieces & nephews, uncles & aunts, & her extended family & friends at Gavilan College. She leaves a legacy of love & great inspiration to all who knew her. She will be missed dearly. She will be honored with a memorial service at...
Marie Celine Keyes (Mancha)
Nov 20, 2010
Marie Celine Keyes (aka Marie Mancha) – Born in Berkeley, CA on Sept. 19, 1930, to Joseph and Augustine Turturici, died peacefully Saturday morning, Nov. 20, 2010. Survivors: husband Bill (William Keyes) of San Martin, CA, who was her constant and attentive companion for whom she was very grateful; devoted sister Clara and her husband George Avilla of San Martin;...
Timothy T. Plumb
Nov 17, 2010
Timothy T. Plumb, age 72, passed away in Salinas, CA on Nov. 17, 2010. He is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Denise Plumb. He is also survived by his children, Tim, Jeff & Jenny; Grandchildren, Daniela, Anita, Brianna, Patrick & Nicholas; Great-Grandson, Wyatt. Timothy was a member of the Gilroy Elks, UTU Member and The First Street...
Yoshiko Kawaguchi
Nov 15, 2010
Memorial services for the late Yoshiko Kawaguchi, who passed away on November 15, 2010, will be held December 17, 2010,11:00 A.M., at Habing Family Funeral Home. She is survived by her loving daughters, June Taulbee (Bob) of Gilroy, Vivian Uno(Gene) and grandson, Paul Uno of Renton, WA; sister, Michi Hamaguchi (Frank), brother James Sera (Kyoko), sister-in-law Kuniko Sera of Southern...
Linda Burnett
Nov 12, 2010
Linda Burnett, 66, native and life-time resident of Gilroy, passed away on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was at home surrounded by friends and family. Linda is the daughter of Anna Burnett and Ray Burnett (deceased), sister of Clayton Burnett (Roni), aunt to Riley, and mother to Laramie, her beloved Australian Shepherd. She...
Maria Isabel Avelar
Nov 8, 2010
Evening Service Thursday, November 11, 2010 - 6:30 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral Services Friday, November 12, 2010 at Habing Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, 1000 First Street, Gilroy.
William Monico Chavez
Nov 6, 2010
Entered into rest on November 6, 2010 in San Jose, CA at the age of 74. He is survived by his children, Daniel Chavez, Katherine Chavez and David Chavez; grandson, James Chavez; brother, Anthony Chavez and sister, Estella Ponce. He worked for36 years as an IBM Programmer. At his request there will be no service. Donations can be made in...
Alex Ernesto Navarro
Nov 5, 2010
Alex Ernesto Navarro, our loving angel, was born November 24, 2005 in St. Louis, Missouri to Cassandra and Ernesto Navarro and went to heaven November 5, 2010. Although Alex was only 4 years old, he had the heart of a fighter, overcoming obstacles that were given to him in his short life through the help of family, friends and Gateway...
James Wilford Martin, Senior
Oct 28, 2010
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, James Wilford Martin, Sr. passed away at his ranch home in Gilroy on Thursday, October 28, 2010. Married 63 years to his loving wife Norma Lee, together they created a family of four daughters: Linda Edwards (Ken), Carolyn Sherman (Jerry), Patti Romero (John), Barbara Scott (Don), and his son James Martin Jr. (Theresa). Together...