Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Josie Esther Martinez

Josie Esther Martinez

Jan 12, 2020

Gilroy native Josie, "Josie," Martinez died at the age of 99 in her Gilroy home on Sunday January 12th 2020, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Gilroy and her parents settled in the area in the early 1900's

Mrs. Martinez's family was of Spanish and Ohlone decent and her family can be...

Joseph Manuel Carrillo

Joseph Manuel Carrillo

Jan 10, 2020

Joseph "Big Joe" Carrillo of Gilroy born on May 5, 1968 passed away peacefully on January 10, 2020 at the age of 51.

Joseph lived life for the moment.  He had the biggest personality always making his days full of fun and laughter.  His passion was driving a big rig and cement truck.  He loved family gatherings,...

Joseph Lawrence Bettencourt

Joseph Lawrence Bettencourt

Jan 9, 2020

A Celebration of Life for Joseph Lawrence Bettencourt will be held on January 18, 2020 at Habing Family Funeral Home in Gilroy, CA at 1:30 PM.

Joe passed away January 9, 2020.  He lived his life with great gusto and made friends with most everyone he met. He learned a strong work ethic as a young man...

Janet Marie Stamps

Janet Marie Stamps

Jan 5, 2020

Janet Marie Stamps, of Oakdale, went to be with our heavenly father on January 05, 2020. Janet is survived by siblings: Sisters - Tammie Stephan (Tom Schultz, and Kitty Jo) Jacqueline Stephan (Dooberman). Brother's – Clifford Stamps, Edwin Stephan (Bernadette Pina). Niece Kristina Escamilla, Nephews William Jr (Dannielle) Garrett, Derek J. Verhoest - Stephan, Dirk J. Verhoest – Stephan,...

Kenneth Keith Elias

Kenneth Keith Elias

Jan 5, 2020

Kenneth Keith Elias, 33, died peacefully on January 5, 2020 with his family at his side. After a short stay in the hospital.

A memorial service is being held on January 15, 2020 at Habing Family Funeral Home in Gilroy, CA from 11:00AM to 2:00PM . The burial will take place on January 17, 2020 at 2PM....

Dave Firmin Galtman

Dave Firmin Galtman

Jan 3, 2020

Dave Firmin Galtman passed away of natural causes at St. Louise Hospital, Gilroy, CA on January 3 2020. He was preceded in death by his wife Petra Galtman, son Manual Rodriguez, and daughter Nancy Rodriguez. He is survived by son Dave Galtman, son Bob Galtman, and daughter Patricia Maquinalez. He is also survived by many grand children, great grand...

Dorothy Anne Law

Dorothy Anne Law

Jan 1, 2020

Dorothy Anne Law passed away suddenly, but peacefully, on January 1, 2020 after a short illness at the age of 84.  She was born in Yonkers, New York, on March 31, 1935.  She graduated from Gorton High in 1953 and from business school two years later.  She lived in Yonkers until 1965.  She and her husband, Jim, were happily...

Vern Gardner

Vern Gardner

Dec 31, 2019

Vern passed away after a short illness, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marlene, daughters Caren McFarland (Hector) and Wendy Noboa (Luis), granddaughters Chelsea and Delaney McFarland and Erica Noboa.

Vern was born to Ned and Winifred Gardner in San Diego, California. Raised in a career Navy family, he traveled...

Philip Addison Lawton

Philip Addison Lawton

Dec 29, 2019

Philip Addison Lawton passed away December 29 at the age of 91. He was born to George and Betty Lawton in Hollister on June 23, 1928, and had three brothers George, Ed, and Bill. Phil lived his entire life in Gilroy, California, where he met the love of his life, Gerry Hailstone. Phil and Gerry married in 1951 and...

Alice Martinez

Alice Martinez

Dec 28, 2019

Alice Martinez passed away peacefully with her family by her side on December 28, 2019.  Survived by her children Christina & Louis Garcia, Jr. & Liz Martinez, Nancy Santana, Geno Martinez, Tom & Karen Martinez, and Art & Toni Martinez.  Grandmother of 14, Great-Grandmother of 16.  Alice was preceded in death by her husband Luther, son, Gilbert Martinez and...

Steven Bradley Boggs

Steven Bradley Boggs

Dec 28, 2019

Steve was the beloved son of Erwin and Barbara Boggs, brother of Sheryl Butler (Walt) and uncle of Ashley Butler and brother of Terry Allen Boggs. He has many relatives on the East Coast.

Steve was born in Salinas. The family moved to Gilroy on 1978. He attended Gilroy schools. During high school he worked at Yogurt...

Margarito Reyes

Margarito Reyes

Dec 28, 2019

On December 28, 2019, surrounded by family in his own home, Margarito Reyes passed away peacefully.  He enjoyed 89 years of glorious life, and his family and friends will always remember his generous spirit, strength of character, faith in God, and loving devotion to anyone he knew.

Margarito Reyes was a loving husband, father, grandfather...

Carolyn Sue Winn

Carolyn Sue Winn

Dec 25, 2019

It is with great sadness that we announce that Carolyn Sue Winn passed away on Christmas Day, 2019.  Carolyn had suffered through several physical issues over the past months and had a heart attack on December 23 rd .  With family members at her side, she passed away peacefully on the 25 th .

Carolyn was born...

Daisy Frances Casalegno

Daisy Frances Casalegno

Dec 24, 2019

Daisy Casalegno passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her children, on December 24, 2019. She enjoyed 99 years of life. Her generous spirit, strength of character, faith in God, and loving devotion to her family will always be remembered.

She was the daughter of the late Alibrando and Nanda Massei. She was preceded in death...

Marilyn Antoinette Walters

Marilyn Antoinette Walters

Dec 21, 2019

Marilyn Antoinette Walters passed away peacefully in Gilroy on December 21 2019.

Gustavo Sanchez - Guzman

Gustavo Sanchez - Guzman

Dec 20, 2019

Visitation Saturday, January 11, 2020 10:00 Am - 7:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home.

Raul Mancera

Raul Mancera

Dec 15, 2019

Raul Mancera was 56 years young and is survived by his wife, Gloria, Son's Raul and Greg, and Daughter's Yvette and Vanessa. Raul has 16 Grandchildren. Raul loved his Family and enjoyed spending time with his Grandkids. Raul found joy in Baking, Laughing, and Tickling his Grandkids. Raul was an avid Oakland Raider fan and enjoyed watching them win....

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