Obituaries

Aug 25, 2025

So many torn hearts.

Born in Gilroy, Eric attended El Roble Grammer School and graduated from Gilroy High School in 2001.

Eric had a creative mind and the ability to master nearly any kind of mechanical or calculated sort of project.  He delivered top quality craftsmanship in fabrications as a Journeyman Architectural Sheetmetal worker which...

Aug 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of John Peter Piedmont, age 80, of Gilroy, CA, who left us peacefully on August 23, 2025, at home surrounded by the love of his family after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

John was born on March 19, 1945, in Gilroy to Richard "Chich" and...

Aug 22, 2025

Edward Maier died in Lake Havasu City, AZ on August 22, 2025. He was born June 20, 1934 in San Mateo, California to the late Oris and Charlotte Maier. He had two siblings: Judith Heiges (Bob) of Union City, KY and predeceased by brother William Richardson.

Ed married Elaine White in Gilroy, California on February 1, 1959...

Aug 17, 2025

Services for Aurora Plancarte will be held on August 20th, 2025 from 11:30AM - 1:00PM at Habing Family Funeral Home.

Aug 16, 2025

Dr. Frederick F. Angell, resident of Gilroy since 1974, has gone to see his maker in heaven on August 16, 2025. He is known as being a great husband, father and friend.

He s survived by his children, Kirsten Craig, Karanina Ball and Andrew Angell; grandchildren Kaelani Satterfield, Morgan Hare, Marcus Angell  Kalea Ball and Michael Satterfield...

Aug 13, 2025

Fran Bolton, a longtime resident of Gilroy, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family.  She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, survived by her husband of 78 amazing years, Jim, children; Chuck (Tom), Carter (Maria), Carrie Howell (Rick), Jim (Liz), Michael (Maribel), 10 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and many dear...

Aug 13, 2025

Maria Paz Covarrubias passed away on Wednesday, August 13th, 2025, at the age of 77 after a battle with cancer. She is survived by her 8 children, 19 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and 2 siblings. In passing, she joins her husband Joaquin Covarrubias, daughter Angelica Covarrubias, sons-in-law Eleazer Sandoval and Cruz Sanchez Jr, brothers Manuel and Juan, and sister Piedad....

Aug 11, 2025

Wheeler Wilson Gresham III — born January 14, 1947 — took the checkered flag for the final time on August 11, 2025.

Wheeler was the eldest of three children born to Wheeler "Tex" Gresham II and Mary White. His father was his hero, and he adored his kind and loving mother. He was preceded in death by...

Aug 10, 2025

Carol was born in Turlock, CA and was celebrated as the first baby born in Turlock in 1941. She grew up on her family's grain ranch near Montpellier, CA just east of Turlock, where she enjoyed life as a true country girl. Her love of her pets, especially her many kitties, began in those early years and continued throughout...

Aug 10, 2025

On August 10, 2025 Linda Schivo Ronsse left us to enjoy her eternal reward in heaven. In her nearly 85 years of life, Linda touched many people and created a legacy that lives on. Linda was born on September 29, 1940 in San Francisco. Her parents Edwin Schivo and Josephine Reynolds Schivo along with her sister Joanna Schivo Cembellin...

Aug 7, 2025

A proud, life-long resident of Gilroy, Michael Nowakowski, lived all 74 years with an energy, warmth and passion that drew people in and made everyone feel welcome. He graduated from Gilroy High School in 1968, was a valued member of the Gavilan Rams football team, and went on to graduate from Chico State in 1974. Mike spent nearly five...

Aug 6, 2025

Steve left us suddenly on August 6th, 2025. Born and raised in Gilroy, California, Steven was a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished friend.

Steve shared his life with his beloved wife, Veronica, and their two children, Anthony and Victoria. He found immense joy in spending time with his family, whether it was watching Netflix, taking  drives...

Aug 5, 2025

Yolanda Muro passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday August 5th, 2025 at the age of 78. She was born in Harlingen Texas on January 26th, 1947. She was preceded in death by her parents Maximiliano and Pilar Chavarria, brother Robert Chavarria, and sister Nellie Carmona.

Yolanda is survived by her children Jesse (Frances), Yoli, Emily...

Aug 2, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Gregory E. Gomez, whose kindness, warmth, and unwavering love touched countless lives. He was a best friend, a source of strength, and the gentlest soul we have ever known. Gregory's compassion knew no bounds—whether offering a helping hand to a stranger or comforting a friend in...

Jul 31, 2025

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Jul 27, 2025

Carol Trinchero left this world to be with our lord on July 27, 2025 following a brief illness. She was surrounded by her family at the time of her passing.

Carol was born in Mobridge, South Dakota and was the only child of Bernard and Pauline Westberg. She moved to Gilroy at the age of 16. She...

Jul 26, 2025

Loving Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Aunt went home with the Lord on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at the age of 89.

Born and raised in Brawley, CA moved to Gilroy in 1950. Retired from Gentry's Garlic Plant as a Union Shop Steward who loved fighting for people's rights.

She is survived by her sons, Ruben...

Jul 25, 2025

Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Aunt, (Auntie!), Friend, Lifelong Gilroyan and local south county resident, Gloria Caliri, passed away July 25,2025 peacefully in her sleep. She was just shy of her 91st birthday.

She is predeceased by her husband, Frank Caliri, and son, Don Caliri. She is survived by her daughter, Susan Caliri (Terry Wheeler) and granddaughter, Isabella Caliri,...

Jul 23, 2025

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Jul 23, 2025

It is with great sorrow to have lost the precious life of our Jennifer Leal.

Jen had been on a seemingly route of recovery from pneumonia and related issues, when her health took and unexpected turn and she passed in her Redding, CA home.

A 1991 graduate of Gilroy High School, Jennifer went on to...