Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

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...

Filomena Ferreira

Filomena Ferreira

Oct 12, 2010

FILOMENA FERREIRA, 85, of Morgan Hill passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2010 surrounded by her family of a lengthy illness at Pacific Hills Manor, Morgan Hill. Loving wife of 69 years to Antonio Ferreira of Morgan Hill. Beloved mother of Alzira Hernandez of Morgan Hill, Lidia Gomes and her husband, Tim of Fremont, CA. Manny Ferreira and his wife, Susan...

Linda Burnett

Linda Burnett

Oct 12, 2010

Memorial Services Saturday, December 11, 2010 - 1:00 PM at Gilroy Presbyterian Church, 6000 Miller Avenue, Gilroy, CA 95020.

Robert Lee Smith

Robert Lee Smith

Oct 4, 2010

Graveside services to be held 1pm, Saturday, October 9, 2010 at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, Gilroy, CA.

Annette "Toni" Marilyn Regent

Annette "Toni" Marilyn Regent

Oct 2, 2010

San Martin resident, Annette "Toni" Marilyn Regent, 80, died on October 2, 2010 at St. Louise Hospital in Gilroy, CA. A native of Honolulu, HI, she is survived by son John and his wife Bertha of San Martin; sister Jean Blyth; and granddaughter Jacquelyn Regent. She is preceded in death by husband Peter, parents Madeleine and Joaquin Cabral and brother...

Helen Ann Moser

Helen Ann Moser

Oct 1, 2010

Memorial Services Monday, October 18, 2010 - 11:00 AM at the Gilroy United Methodist Church, 7600 Church Street, Gilroy, CA 95020

John Ronald Coleman

John Ronald Coleman

Oct 1, 2010

Memorial Service Wednesday, October 6, 2010 - 7:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home.

Dolores "Lola" M. Hernandez

Dolores "Lola" M. Hernandez

Sep 30, 2010

Dolores "Lola" Hernandez, 88, of Gilroy, passed peacefully, surrounded by family, on September 30,2010, in Carlsbad, NM. Born on May 18,1922, in Ft. Davis, TX, to Miguel and Maria Martinez. She married Emique S. Hernandez in 1939 and relocated to Carlsbad, NM, until 1957 when the family moved to Gilroy, CA. She was a homemaker who loved to sew, crochet,...

David Murray Kopels

David Murray Kopels

Sep 29, 2010

After graduating Cupertino High School he attended college in Colorado. Dave excelled in individual competitive sports; earning a green belt in Judo, winning County & State Wrestling Championships, and Professional Motocross races. He was a licensed plumber and ran his own company. Davy loved animals his entire life. He is survived by his parents, Barbara and David Kopels, his brother,...

Daniel Lee Pedersen

Daniel Lee Pedersen

Sep 29, 2010

Daniel L. Pedersen born February 5, 1949 to Daniel and Viola Pedersen. He graduated from Gilroy High School, where he obtained the State Farmer Degree from the Future Farmers of America. He earned his BA in Agriculture from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. He moved to Tulare California in 1977 to farm Sunsweet Prunes, Sunmaid Raisins and Del Monte Peaches...

Miguel Diaz

Miguel Diaz

Sep 27, 2010

Vigil Thursday, September 30, 2010 - 6:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral Mass Friday, October 1, 2010 - 10:00 AM at St. Mary's Church, 11 First Street, Gilroy. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, 900 First Street, Gilroy. Visitation will begin on Thursday at 1:00 PM at the funeral home.

Vera E. Hunter

Vera E. Hunter

Sep 25, 2010

Private Cremation Services.

Noelia Quezada-Lara

Noelia Quezada-Lara

Sep 23, 2010

Noelia Quezada-Lara, 46, of Gilroy passed away from Cancer on Thursday, September 23, 2010. Mother of Priscilla, Hector, Sergio, Luis and Noely. Daughter of Valentin & Rita Quezada of Gilroy. Sister of Gloria, Rosario, Teodora, Estelia, Catalina, Elida and Evaristo and the late Clemencia & Luis. Vigil Sunday, September 26, 2010 – 7:30 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral...

Lucas S. Aragon

Lucas S. Aragon

Sep 23, 2010

Vigil Friday, September 24, 2010 - 7:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral Mass Saturday, September 25, 2010 - 8:30 AM at St. Mary's Church, 11 First Street, Gilroy, CA.

Norberto Mendoza

Norberto Mendoza

Sep 22, 2010

Norberto Mendoza, 58, passed away September 22, 2010 at his home in Gilroy, CA surrounded by his family. He courageously fought a lengthy battle with cancer. Born in Pedernales, Chihuahua, Mexico, he was much loved and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Go Raiders! A visitation will begin 1pm Mon. followed by a Vigil service at 7pm...

Emily Vierra Bettencourt

Emily Vierra Bettencourt

Sep 18, 2010

Santa Clara county resident, Emily Bettencourt passed away on September 18, 2010 from a brief battle with leukemia surrounded by her family and friend. She was a member of St. Mary's Church, Gilroy and I.F.D.E.S. Hall of Gilroy. She loved playing games with her grandchildren and was loved by all. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of...

Carmen Lupercio

Carmen Lupercio

Sep 16, 2010

Funeral Services Thursday, September 23, 2010 - 7:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home with visitation beginning at 5:00 PM.

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