Obituaries

Mar 22, 2026

Dr. Gretchen Vandenberg, a beloved music teacher, wife, mother, and grandmother, was born April 5, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio. She died peacefully at home surrounded by family on March 22, 2026. Gretchen taught tens of thousands of children to sing as an elementary school music teacher in Gilroy, California. When she moved to Gilroy with her family in 1974, Gretchen...

Mar 22, 2026

Mar 22, 2026

With deep love and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rodolfo “Rudy” Alonzo, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, on March 22, 2026, at the age of 78.

Born on February 11, 1948, in Crystal City, Texas, Rudy was raised in Gilroy, California, surrounded by family and friends. He proudly served in the United States Navy, where...

Mar 20, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Connie Franco, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose kindness and love touched everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Connie was the devoted mother of Linda Cobillas, Alfred Sicard and his wife Yolanda, Troy Sicard and his wife Cheryl, and the late Susan Sicard, with whom she is now reunited...

Mar 20, 2026

Ted Strotman passed away peacefully at home with his daughters by his side on March 20, 2026. Ted now joins his beautiful and loving wife, Beth.

He leaves behind his three daughters: Susan Yates, Elizabeth Strotman (Luca Pavani) and Lynette Breyton (Bill Breyton). Five grandchildren: Ted Yates (Candece Yates), Evan Yates (Rachel Moose), Andrew Breyton (Jandilyn Breyton), Grant Breyton and Danielle...

Mar 17, 2026

Gary Batchelder, of Gilroy, CA., passed away peacefully in his home on March 17, 2026. He was 86 years old.

He was best known for his fierce love of his family. He was a loving and devoted father, protective brother, dedicated uncle, and loyal friend. His love was deep and unconditional.

Gary was a Navy Veteran and served 3 years on the...

Mar 17, 2026

Mar 16, 2026

Sylvia Cornaggia passed away suddenly on March 16, 2026. She was born in Gilroy to Silvio and Mamie Cornaggia on August 11, 1937.

She is survived by her sister Katherine (John) and Allan (Margaret) as well as nieces Karen, Julie, Shari and nephews John and Keith. She leaves behind great nieces Rachel, Jenna, Amelia, Alexis and great nephew Ryan. She attended...

Mar 15, 2026

It is with great sadness, our beloved mother, Suzanne Barrett, 89.5 years, of San Martin, CA, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 15, 2026. Suzanne was born on September 21,1936 to Alton and Catherine Van Gemert in Green Bay, Wisconsin. After graduating from Mount Mary University, Suzanne while on a visit in Long Beach, CA met and soon...

Mar 14, 2026

Mar 8, 2026

Surrounded by love and in the peace of the Lord, Elizeida Perez De Sandoval peacefully entered eternal rest on March 8, 2026, at the age of 75, in her home in Gilroy, California, with her daughter by her side. Shortly after receiving a priest’s blessing and the holy oils, she passed peacefully. Her daughter, Maria, and son-in-law, Fernando Castaneda, were...

Mar 5, 2026

Robert Henry Kuntz, beloved husband, father, grandpa, great grandpa, teacher, friend, and long-time resident of Gilroy, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5th, 2026, in Merced, California. He was born in 1935 in Apache, Oklahoma, to Henry John and Lula Mason Kuntz.

Robert grew up on a farm between Cyril and Apache. He graduated from Cyril High School in 1952 and...

Mar 3, 2026

Kazuko “Peggy” Sakamoto, born on November 12, 1935 in Compton, CA, passed away on March 3, 2026 in Gilroy, CA at the age of 90. She was employed at both Magnex and Garlic Technology. After retiring, Peggy spent time reading paperback novels, doing crossword puzzles, and crocheting. She also volunteered many enjoyable hours helping kindergarten students in the classroom at...

Feb 27, 2026

Maria Guadalupe Melgoza Gil was born in Aguililla, Michoacán to Ramon Melgoza and Sabina Melgoza Bonilla on June 22, 1935. Maria Guadalupe was known to everyone as Lupe. She grew up in a small family and married at a young age to Francisco Gil.

Lupe immigrated to the United States on April 1, 1963 with her husband and seven children. They...

Feb 26, 2026

Jaevan Tiernan Orion King born May 12, 2002 passed away peacefully in his mothers arms on February 27, 2026 at the age of 24. Jaevan was a testament of courage and resilience having overcome innumerable obstacles throughout his life. Jaevan is survived by his parents Kimberly Cordia, and Yusuf King and his three brothers Tristain, Aidan, and Eirnan. He is...

Feb 25, 2026

Terri Lynn Jorstad passed away on February 25, 2026, at the age of 74. The daughter of Richard and Silva Strasser, she was born May 30, 1951, in Glenoma, WA. She grew up in Cinebar, WA with her sister Sherry. She loved her parents and sister Sherry and other siblings with all her heart. Later in life she would talk...

Feb 24, 2026

With a heavy heart, I announce the passing of my cherished momma Lillian "Sylvia" Sanchez-Parker at home in Morgan Hill, California, after a one-year battle with pancreatic cancer and with her only son and caregiver, Eddie, by her side every step of the way until the very end.

Sylvia was born in Denver, Colorado on March 18, 1939. She lived in...

Feb 19, 2026

David Chantler, born and raised in Gilroy, California, passed away suddenly on February 19, 2026, at the age of 71. His passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Growing up in Gilroy, David made friendships in kindergarten that lasted his entire life. He stayed close to the friends he grew up with, sharing...

Feb 17, 2026

Feb 17, 2026

March 6, 1944 – February 17, 2026 Born and raised in Gilroy CA 81 years old. Aldo passed peacefully with his family around him. He is now reunited with his wife Elizabeth. Aldo was a man who loved to spend time with his family, enjoyed playing cards, gambling in Las Vegas, a good glass of Cognac and his favorite cigar.

He...