Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Maria Isabel Avelar

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

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

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

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...

Joe Ruiz

Joe Ruiz

Oct 28, 2010

Joe is survived by his brothers, Manuel, Reuben and Tony Ruiz. Per Joe's wishes, no services will be scheduled.

James Paul Redd

James Paul Redd

Oct 27, 2010

James Paul Redd passed away October 27, 2010 at the home he built in Gilroy. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Helen Redd in 1979; survived by his eight children Drucilla (Jim) Griffin of Ashland, OR, Loretta Martinez, Klamath Falls, OR, Mary (Jim) Garcia of Gilroy, Jim (Sharon) Redd of Eureka, CA, Margaret (Bill) Gregory, Klamath Falls,...

Javier D. Gonzalez

Javier D. Gonzalez

Oct 27, 2010

Javier D. Gonzalez entered into rest at his home in Gilroy on October 27, 2010. Beloved husband of Alma Gonzalez for 32 years. Loving father of Jonathan Brijido and Maritza Gonzalez. Cherished son of Ofilia Gonzalez. Dearest brother of Joel, Lilia, Imelia and Yolanda. He was the love of one woman's life, a hero and everything to his son and...

Isidro Salcedo Vargas

Isidro Salcedo Vargas

Oct 26, 2010

Vigil Thursday, November 4, 2010 -7:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral Mass Friday, November 5, 2010 - 10:00 AM at St. Mary's Church, 11 First Street, Gilroy, CA 95020.

Carol Jean Brittain

Carol Jean Brittain

Oct 23, 2010

CAROL JEAN BRITTAIN, 80, of Gilroy passed away Saturday, October 23,2010. Wife of the late Albert L. Brittain. Mother of Sharon Andritsis (Angelo) of Modesto, Mark A. Brittain of Modesto and Julie Brittain Jones (Jeffrey) of Burbank, CA. Grandmother of Lisa Crocker, Johnny Crocker (Nicole), David Brittain(Ashley), Andrea Brittain, (Mother Debora), Christopher Jones and Brian Jones. Great-grandmother of Richie, Yanina,...

Saturnino "Pelon" Regalado, Jr.

Saturnino "Pelon" Regalado, Jr.

Oct 23, 2010

Saturnino "Pelon" Regalado Jr., 76, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2010, at Hazel Hawkins Hospital in Hollister surrounded by Family. Preceded in Death by his Father Saturnino Regalado Sr., and his Brother Mario Regalado. Survived by his Loving Wife Ruth Regalado, Daughters Ruth "Cookie" (Johnny) Tortia of Los Banos, Julie (Jesse) Garcia of Paicines, Ramona (Jose) Melendrez of Gilroy, Gloria...

Walter H. "Poppa" Martinez

Walter H. "Poppa" Martinez

Oct 21, 2010

Martinez, Walter H. "Poppa", 70 years old, went home to be with the Lord on Oct. 21, 2010, in Sedona, Arizona. He was born in Los Angeles to Rosa and Martin Martinez. He was raised in Gilroy and retired and moved to Sedona, Arizona. He is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Irene Martinez. Loving father of Gina...

Donald F. Caliri

Donald F. Caliri

Oct 20, 2010

DONALD F. CALIRI, 53, of Gilroy passed away accidentally on Wednesday, October 20, 2010. Son of the late Frank Caliri, survived by his mother Gloria Caliri of Gilroy; daughter Krystal Romero (Bryan) of Gilroy and son, Tony Caliri of Gilroy; Sister Susan Caliri (Terry) of Oakland, CA; niece Isabella Caliri of Oakland; former wife, Kerie Caliri of Gilroy. Also survived...

William "Bill" Clark Blake

William "Bill" Clark Blake

Oct 18, 2010

WILLIAM "Bill" BLAKE, 82, passed away Monday, October 18, 2010 suddenly in Gilroy. Preceded in death by his parents, James & Adelaide Blake, his brothers Joe & Norman "Casey" Blake and his former wife, Joyce McCandless. Survived by his sister Bette Scarper (Lee) of Gilroy, Mary Jane Green of Gilroy; sister-in-law of Deloris Blake; nieces Sister Bobbi Green, Nancy Scarper,...

Christopher Edward Nunez

Christopher Edward Nunez

Oct 17, 2010

Entered into rest on October 17th, 2010 in New Braumfels, Texas. Beloved son of Chris Nunez and the late Ramona Nunez. Beloved husband of Kim Nunez. Loving father of Michael, Laura and Carolyn Nunez. Cherished grandfather of Sheila, Celby, Maverick and Brady Nunez. Dearest brother of Daniel, Christine and the late Michael Nunez. He is survived by Aunts, Mary Lu...

Audrey L. Head

Audrey L. Head

Oct 17, 2010

Audrey L. Head, 72 passed away after a short illness Sunday, October 17, 2010. Loving wife of 55 years to Carl Head of Gilroy. Mother of Randy (Linda) Head of Los Banos, CA. Grandmother of Stephen, Kristen and Michael Head. Great-Grandmother of Elise Head. Also survived by one brother and 5 sisters. Funeral Services Friday, October 22, 2010 – 1:00...

Rachel H. Reyes

Rachel H. Reyes

Oct 16, 2010

Rachel Hernandez Reyes, of Gilroy, California, went to meet meet her maker on Saturday, October 16,2010. Her final resting place was Hollister, California, at Hazel Hawkins Hospital, from natural causes. Born in San Antonio, Texas, on April 28, 1922 to Gregorio and Josefina Hernandez. She is survived by her children Donciano & Lupita Reyes, Dionicio & Linda Reyes , Gregorio...

George Joseph Azevedo

George Joseph Azevedo

Oct 15, 2010

George J. Azevedo, 90, resident of Gilroy, passed away October 15, 2010. Survived by his wife of 65 years, Genelle and children Larry, Don and Shirley Azevedo. Deceased parents: George and Mary Azevedo and siblings Frank, Manuel, Joe, Johnny and Minnie. George, a self employed water well drilling and pump contractor for 33 years, served our community and also restored...

Ruby Elizabeth Wilson Kuntz

Ruby Elizabeth Wilson Kuntz

Oct 15, 2010

Ruby Elizabeth Wilson Kuntz, a faithful believer in God's amazing grace, passed from this life in Gilroy, California on Friday, October 15th, 2010, to dwell with her beloved Savior. Ruby was born January 10th, 1934 to Elmer and Willie Wilson in Wister, Oklahoma. She was a graduate of Fanshawe High School, Fanshawe, Oklahoma. Ruby worked her way through college, graduating...

Mary L. Santana

Mary L. Santana

Oct 14, 2010

Mary L. Santana, 84, School Teacher. Memorial Mass 2:00 pm Friday, November 5, 2010 at Our Lady's Chapel, St. Mary Catholic Church, Gilroy. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Mary Church, 11 First St., Gilroy, CA 95020.

Mary R. Sanchez

Mary R. Sanchez

Oct 14, 2010

Mary R. Sanchez passed away at home in Los Banos, originally from Gilroy, at the age of 82. Mary is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Fred P. Sanchez; children Rosemarie (David Vaca Sr.) of Los Banos, Marsha (Richard Caspary) of Reno, NV, Rebecca Sanchez of Los Banos, Edward Sanchez of Clovis; grandchildren David Vaca Jr. (Brenda), Danny...

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