Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Julia Carranza

Julia Carranza

Dec 2, 2021

Mrs. Julia Carranza passed away peacefully on December 2, 2021, more information to follow.

Jacquelyn Claire Keaveney

Jacquelyn Claire Keaveney

Dec 2, 2021

Jacquelyn Keaveney passed away on December 2, 2021 at the age of 93. She was born in San Jose, CA. When Jacquelyn was three years old, her family moved to Gilroy after her father found work at the height of the Depression running a soda fountain and luncheonette called the Modern Creamery on Monterey St. After the Depression, her...

Jozef "Joe" Froniewski

Jozef "Joe" Froniewski

Dec 1, 2021

Jozef (Joe) Froniewski, 64, of Gilroy, California passed away peacefully after a courageous and quiet battle with cancer on December 1, 2021 at Stanford Hospital, with his loving family by his side.

He is survived by his beloved wife Marta Maloney; his daughter Laura (Tom) Turney; his son Michael Froniewski (Susette Norlander); his stepsons Sean Dinsmore, Ryan...

Humberto "Bert" Hernandez

Humberto "Bert" Hernandez

Dec 1, 2021

Humberto "Bert" Hernandez, 60, of Gilroy, passed away peacefully December 1, 2021, surrounded by family. Bert was an avid bicyclist and found peace riding his bike out in the country roads enjoying nature's beauty. He loved singing along to his favorite music and watching old sitcom shows, which he often quoted and used to give nicknames to his loved...

James Ebaugh

James Ebaugh

Nov 30, 2021

Dr. James Ebaugh passed away on November 30, 2021 at the age of ninety-eight years.  He was born on October 30, 1923 to Lee  Amos Ebaugh and Myrtle Irene Van Tuyl-Ebaugh in Long Beach, California. The son of an oilfield worker, James, also affectionately known as "Doc" and "Jim", moved to various oilfields in California before the family settled...

Jacqueline T. Richards

Jacqueline T. Richards

Nov 27, 2021

Born to Frederick and Frances Feigley in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Jackie passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 27, 2021, in Morgan Hill, CA at the age of 95.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 44 years, Wm. J. Richards (Bill), who died in 1997. She is survived by her six children: JoAnn Jackson (Horace),...

Jeniel May Prothero Dickson

Jeniel May Prothero Dickson

Nov 22, 2021

Jeniel May Prothero Dickson, 82, of Hollister, California, passed away early on November 22, 2021 in her home of causes related to Parkinson's disease.

Jeniel was born in Provo, Utah to Walt & Merlyn Prothero on February 22, 1939.  She had one older brother, Wally.  She graduated from Provo High School in 1957.  She married L. Brent...

Salvatore Mario Oliveri, Jr.

Salvatore Mario Oliveri, Jr.

Nov 21, 2021

Salvatore Mario Oliveri Jr, 66, of Gilroy, left his earthly body on November 21, 2021 to continue his eternal journey into Heaven.  He fought courageously, with Dignity and true Grace. His only concern in life, was making sure his family, were well taken care of.   Sal's love for his family was so deep, that throughout his pain and suffering,...

Hortencia Chaigres

Hortencia Chaigres

Nov 17, 2021

Hello Family and Friends,

On November 17 th , 2021, Hortencia Chaigres has moved on to the next phase of her journey. She was born in Cucamonga, CA on August 3 rd , 1927, and has lived on Canada Rd. in Gilroy for over 68 years. She and her husband Robert Chaigres have spent their most recent...

Anthony "Uncle Tony" Mendoza

Anthony "Uncle Tony" Mendoza

Nov 12, 2021

Survived by the love of his life of 48 years Sylvia Mendoza. His 4 children Amorette, Amanda, Eric Mendoza, and Angelic (Pedro) Barrera. His 5 grandchildren Zoee, Izaiah, Aila Barrera and Andrew, Elijah Mendoza. His beloved great granddaughter Zanessa "Beastie" who to her will always remain her "Tata". Preceded in death by his mother Gloria "G.G." Mendoza and his...

Maurice Robert Wilkinson

Maurice Robert Wilkinson

Nov 8, 2021

Maurice "M.R." Wilkinson 77, passed away peacefully in Gilroy, California on November 8, 2021, surrounded by his family. He was born August 26, 1944, in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin to his parents Dr. James Francis and Patricia Mercedes Wilkinson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by six brothers, Jim, Jerry, Dick, Torch, David, and Tim Wilkinson and...

Linda Lou (Fiori) Wood

Linda Lou (Fiori) Wood

Nov 3, 2021

Linda Lou (Fiori) Wood passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones Wednesday morning, November 3, 2021, from complications relating to Lewy Bodies Dementia.

Linda was born in Gilroy, California on February 9, 1945 to a wonderfully large Italian family. The home was always full of relatives, friends, and so much joy and laughter. She was a devoted...

Michael "Mike" Anthony Granata

Michael "Mike" Anthony Granata

Nov 1, 2021

Michael "Mike" Anthony Granata February 21, 1965 – November 1, 2021

Michael, a longtime resident of Gilroy, passed away on November 1, 2021.  Never a kinder more gentle man did I know than my husband, Michael.

For those who knew Mike, you know that he was a good and honest man.  He was kind, considerate,...

Leonard Shigeru Tanaka

Leonard Shigeru Tanaka

Oct 30, 2021

Leonard Shigeru Tanaka, 88, died at his home on October 30, 2021. He was born December 8, 1932, in Monterey California, the son of Ryuzo and Yoneko Tanaka. During World War II, the Tanaka family was interned at the Amache Relocation Camp in Colorado. At the conclusion of the war, they returned to Monterey and moved to Gilroy a...

Josefina Gonzales

Josefina Gonzales

Oct 30, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and cherished friend Josefina (Fina) Silva Gonzales.

Josefina was a selfless loving and caring wife and mother. She loves to cook, sew, and make blankets for her loved ones. Her families happiness was her number one priority. She dedicated...

Paul Gerald Filice

Paul Gerald Filice

Oct 28, 2021

Paul had the gift of walking into a room full of strangers and walk out with a new friend or two. If you put him in a room by himself, he would have a party. He had a big personality accompanied by a bigger smile. His loves:  49ers, pasta, wine, skiing, fishing and most importantly, family.

With angels aplenty waiting for...

Shawn Michelle Weymouth

Shawn Michelle Weymouth

Oct 28, 2021

Shawn M. Weymouth, 2.9.1957-10.28.2021, will be remembered as a bigger than life energy. Shawn always fought for what was right, advocated for marginalized communities and often told you the hard truth. Shawn challenged you to be better and do better. She is mourned by her family, Jade Weymouth (her daughter), Cecilia E. Weymouth (her granddaughter), Patrick, Tom and Anthony...

Angel "Angelo" Martinez Sendejas

Angel "Angelo" Martinez Sendejas

Oct 28, 2021

Angel  "Angelo" Sendejas, passed away after a lengthy illness  on October 28, 2021 in San Francisco.

Brother-in-law of John DeVivo of San Jose,  Linda Sendejas and Jennie Sendejas  of Gilroy.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Preceded in death by his parents, Francisco & Frances Sendejas and his siblings – Frank, Albert, Raymond, Nato, Juan, Guadalupe,...

Mary Herrera (Moralez)

Mary Herrera (Moralez)

Oct 27, 2021

Mary Herrera (Moralez), cherished mother and grandmother,  passed away on October 27 th at her home in Gilroy, California.

Mary was born on March 14, 1930 in Fallbrook, California.

Mary lived the majority of her adult life in Gilroy, raising her five children  Jess (Shirley),  Anna, Christopher (Cindy),  Peggy (Richard)...

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