Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Manuel E. Garcia

Manuel E. Garcia

Mar 2, 2011

Manuel E. Garcia passed away Wednesday, March 2, 2011 in Merced, CA. Son of Natalia Garcia. Brother of Sandra Perez (Gelacio), Gloria Rosales, Delia Silva (Alfred), Daniel Garcia and Jose Rosales. Also survived by 3 girls and 2 boys. Visitation will begin on Monday, March 7, 2011 at 1:00 PM with Funeral Services at 2:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral...

David Perry

David Perry

Mar 2, 2011

David is survived by his wife Maxine; children Cindy, David, Timothy, and Michael; grandfather of 6 and great grandfather of 5; preceded in death by son Ricky. Graveside services 11am Tuesday March 8 at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park.

Opal M. Imprescia

Opal M. Imprescia

Mar 2, 2011

Vigil Thursday, March 10, 2011 - 7:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral Mass Friday, March 11, 2011 - 11:00 AM at St. Mary's Church, 11 First Street, Gilroy. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, 900 First Street, Gilroy.

Clark A. Dotson

Clark A. Dotson

Mar 1, 2011

CLARK A. DOTSON 71, passed away at his home in Gilroy on Tuesday, March 1,2011 after a 6 month illness. Loving husband of Carol Dotson of Gilroy. Dear father of Anita Wilson (Charles Trembley) of Hollister. Son in law of Alma Leonard of Gilroy. Grandfather of James Francisco Wilson of Hollister. He was the son of the late Gertie Dotson...

Catalina Menchaca

Catalina Menchaca

Feb 28, 2011

Visitation Wednesday, March 2, 2011 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Graveside Services Thursday, March 3, 2011 - 10:00 AM at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, 1000 First Street, Gilroy.

Ernest Steven Filice

Ernest Steven Filice

Feb 28, 2011

ERNEST S. FILICE 86, passed away at his home in Gilroy on Monday, February 28, 2011 after a lengthy illness. Loving husband of Ann Filice of Gilroy. Dear father of Toni Filice (Dennis Daley) of San Jose, Renee Filice (Ron Erskine) of Morgan Hill and the late Gary Filice (1998). Grandfather of Kevin and Brian Filice, Drew and Vanessa Erskine....

Anna B. Hayes

Anna B. Hayes

Feb 24, 2011

Funeral Services Tuesday, March 1, 2011 - 1100 AM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Entombment will follow at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, 1000 First Street, Gilroy.

Margarita Ibarra

Margarita Ibarra

Feb 24, 2011

MARGARITA IBARRA, 68 passed away at her home in Mt. View Thursday, February 24, 2011. Daughter of the late John and Jessie Ibarra. Sister of Moses Ibarra (Nancy) of Reedley, CA, John B. Ibarra of Sacramento, CA and Rachel Perez ( Dr. John Perez) of Gilroy, CA. Aunt of Almendra, John and Ursula Perez, Manuel, Carlos and Sharon Ibarra. Great-Aunt...

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....

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