Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Manuel (Manny) Silva Aguilera

Manuel (Manny) Silva Aguilera

Dec 31, 2009

Manuel (Manny) S. Aguilera rode his Harley into heaven on New Year's Eve, December 31, 2009, in San Jose, CA. Born on August 25, 1948, in Fresno, CA, Manny was the loving husband of Sandra Aguilera. He is survived by his mother, two daughters, one sister, three brothers, nine grandchildren, and a handful of nieces and nephews. His first marriage...

Edward (Eddy) Rodrigues

Edward (Eddy) Rodrigues

Dec 31, 2009

Edward (Eddy) Rodrigues passed away on Dec. 31st in his home. He is survived by his sister Santina (Tina) Baffa, brothers Lewis (Louie) Rodericks, Michael DiCiano, Robert DiCiano, many nephews and nieces and his Godson Edward Brian DiCiano. Eddy was born to John and Adeline Rodrigues in Oakland, CA. Adeline divorced and was later married to Emilio DiCiano. Eddy did...

Judith (Judy) Kathleen Glovin Rusciano

Judith (Judy) Kathleen Glovin Rusciano

Dec 30, 2009

Was born into a loving home on Brace Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ to Anton Glovin and Gladys Mortenson Glovin on July 28, 1933. Having just celebrated Christmas surrounded by her loving family, she passed into eternal life on Wednesday, December 30, 2009. Most beloved wife and enduring companion to her husband, Charlie, of 53 years who predeceased her on September...

Jacqueline Jean Randall

Jacqueline Jean Randall

Dec 30, 2009

Jacqueline Jean Randall passed away Dec. 30, 2009. She is survived by her husband Craig Randall; children Michael Ferro and Amy Inniss; grandchildren Daijah, Dezaivyon, D'Vontai, and Merry, as well as other family and friends. Burial services will be held 10 am Friday, Jan. 8 at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, Gilroy.

Staff Sgt. David H. Gutierrez

Staff Sgt. David H. Gutierrez

Dec 25, 2009

Vigil Wednesday, January 6, 2010 - 7:00 PM at St. Mary's Church, 11 First Street, Gilroy. Funeral Mass Thursday, January 7, 2010 - 10:00 AM at St. Mary's Church. Burial will follow. Visitation at Habing Family Funeral Home on Wednesday 3:00 - 6:00 PM.

Teresa Reis Barros

Teresa Reis Barros

Dec 22, 2009

Teresa Reis Barros, a hard-working woman of faith and family, died peacefully surrounded by her loved ones at 7:10 PM on December 21, 2009. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Francisco (Frank) Machado Barros, daughters and sons-in-law Carmen and Roger Silva of Gilroy and Mary and Robert Barros-Bailey of Hidden Springs, Idaho, and grandchildren António and Manuel...

Vincent F. Penello

Vincent F. Penello

Dec 22, 2009

Vincent F. Penello passed away December 22, 2009 in Covington, WA. He was born May 24, 1919 in Merced, Ca. were he lived during his youth. He moved to the San Francisco area where he was married to his wife of 66 years, Marie Rocchetta, who passed before him in October of 2007. They settled in Redwood City, were they...

John Jose Suarez

John Jose Suarez

Dec 21, 2009

John Jose Suarez passed away December 21, 2009 peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He is survived by his children Michelle Suarez and Shane Suarez both of Gilroy; brother of Guillermo, Connie, Raul (Carol), Rudy, Tencia (Tony), Jesse (Gloria) and Robert (Adela) Suarez. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceded in death by his parents...

Brandi Michele Guerra

Brandi Michele Guerra

Dec 16, 2009

With her loving family by her side, Brandi Guerra passed away peacefully at the age of 43 in San Jose CA. Born in Santa Clara and raised in San Jose, Brandi attended elementary schools in San Jose, attending Presentation High School and graduating from Leigh High School. Brandi had been a resident of Gilroy for the past 16 years. Brandi...

Rudolfo M. Sermeno

Rudolfo M. Sermeno

Dec 15, 2009

Rudy passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family at the age of 87. He was born and raised in Yuma, Arizona to the parents of Bonifacio and Rafaela Sermeno. He then moved to California where he met and married the love of this life, the late, Dolores Landin. Together they raised a family of five in Gilroy....

Joanne Barry Huff

Joanne Barry Huff

Dec 15, 2009

Joanne Barry Huff was affectionately known as Joby, Mom, Nana, Little Sis, Mrs. H, "Tuff Huff" and friend was born September 25, 1936, and passed away on December 15, 2009, at the young age of 73. Joby was preceded in death by the love of her life James "Jim" Huff on May 14, 2006, and is survived by her daughter...

Virginia B. Furtado

Virginia B. Furtado

Dec 13, 2009

Virginia B. Furtado passed away peacefully at her Gilroy home on December 13, 2009. She was surrounded by her family as she lost her battle to Alzheimer's. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Francis "Louie" Furtado. Virginia moved to Gilroy in 1955 where she raised her 3 children and started their family business, The Furtado...

Margaret Julia Radtke

Margaret Julia Radtke

Dec 9, 2009

Margaret Julia Radtke, 87 of Arroyo Grande, formerly of Gilroy passed away peacefully Dec. 9, 2009 with family by her side. Margaret was born in Crockett, CA. on August 21, 1922, to Ralph and Dometilla Pedrotti. She attended John Sweat High School in Crockett and was accepted to University of California Berkeley. Margaret pursued a degree in nursing and graduated...

Mary Eleanor Campanella

Mary Eleanor Campanella

Dec 9, 2009

Passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2009 in Gilroy. Wife of the late Charles "Campy" Campanella (1997). Mother of Trish Patereau and her late husband, Rene; Frank Campanella (Vicki) and Ginny Slattery (John) all of Gilroy. Grandmother of Frank Jr., Jon, Jeran, Kelly, Jeff, Tammy, Erin, Taylor and Alexi. Great-grandmother of 11. Great-great grandmother of one. Preceded in death by her...

Albert Thomas Mosso

Albert Thomas Mosso

Dec 9, 2009

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Dec. 9, 2009 in Gilroy. Beloved husband of the late Norma Lenore Mosso. Loving father of Vernon (Linda) Mosso, Janis (and the late Ronald) McAfee, Larry (Therese) Mosso and Ellen Clark. Devoted grandfather of Clinton Mosso, Sarah Mosso, Paul Mosso, Ronald McAfee III, Connor Clark and Tara Clark. Dearest brother...

Ramon Gonzalez

Ramon Gonzalez

Dec 8, 2009

Vigil Monday, December 14, 2009 - 7:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral Mass Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 10:00 AM at St Mary's Church, 11 First Street, Gilroy. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Gilroy.

Vandella Javier

Vandella Javier

Dec 7, 2009

Memorial Services Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 11:00 AM at Pacific Hills Manor, 370 Noble Court, Morgan Hill, CA 95037. Graveside Services Saturday - 2:00 PM at Mt. Hope Memorial Park, 250 Spring Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA 95037.

Sarah Rose Botill

Sarah Rose Botill

Dec 5, 2009

Funeral Services Monday, December 14, 2009 - 1:00 PM at South Valley Community Church, 8095 Kelton Drive, Gilroy, CA 95020

Theresa G. Vargas

Theresa G. Vargas

Dec 3, 2009

The beloved soul of Theresa G. Vargas slipped away quietly into the loving hands of God on Thursday, December 3rd surrounded by her family. She will be missed very much by her husband of 53 years Jess Vargas. She was preceded in death by her daughter Annette. She was blessed with five children, Jess, Mario, Gary and David. She had...

Esperanza Puente

Esperanza Puente

Dec 2, 2009

ESPERANZA H. PUENTE, 85, passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at St. Louise Hospital, Gilroy. Wife of the late Ermelindo M. Puente (June 17, 2009). Loving mother of Estella Cantu of Louisiana, Gloria Sumisaki (Roy) of Gilroy, Ermelindo Puente Jr. (Mary Ann) of Gilroy, Joaquin Puente (Lupe) of Gilroy, Ralph Puente and his late wife, Marjean, of San Martin, Genero...

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