Obituaries
Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA
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...
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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