Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Randy Paul Zavala

Randy Paul Zavala

Dec 12, 2019

Randy Zavala passed away suddenly surrounded by his family and friends. He is survived by Martha and their son Randy and daughter Monica; 5 grandchildren Raymond, Jazlynn, Seriana, Jeremiah and Michael; also survived by his brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Randy was preceded in death by his parents Cecilio and Margarita Zavala.

Randy was a very wise...

Susan Gayle Sterchi

Susan Gayle Sterchi

Dec 12, 2019

Susan "Susie" Gayle Sterchi died at home in Gilroy surrounded by her family on December 12, 2019.

She was the daughter of Walter and Lois Carroll Sterchi. Susie taught school in the Gilroy public schools for over 30 years at Glenview, Rod Kelley and Las Animas elementary schools.

Susie was born on September 9, 1943...

Ruben J. Carrasco

Ruben J. Carrasco

Dec 11, 2019

Ruben Jimenez Carrasco passed away on December 11, 2019.

Ruben was born December 25 th , 1936 in Rosales, Mexico. When he was 18, he moved to the U.S. to work on a farm. Once he was settled, he became a welder and mechanic which he loved doing. He worked on small aircrafts, cars, and even lawnmowers....

Frances Candida Frame

Frances Candida Frame

Dec 10, 2019

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Frances Candita Frame, age 106. She passed away peacefully at her home in Half Moon Bay, CA on December 10, 2019.

Frances was survived by her husband, James Frame, 18 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 15 great, great grandchildren.

Her passions were her husband Jim,...

Doris Aiko Kunimura

Doris Aiko Kunimura

Dec 9, 2019

Doris Aiko (Kuwada) Kunimura, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2019, at the age of 90.  She is survived by daughters Karen, Donna, Kathy, and Diane,  Grand-daughter Allison Aiko Bartelstone (David), Great-Grandson Luke Masaru Bartelstone and Great-Grandaughters Katherine Mason Bartelstone and Charlotte Murray Bartelstone.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Masaru "Moose" Kunimura and son, Mason.  She...

Kathleen May Alessi

Kathleen May Alessi

Dec 6, 2019

Kathleen May Alessi, age 93, passed away peacefully at home in Gilroy.  She was the beloved wife of the late Ignatius Alessi who passed away in 2001.  Kathleen was the loving mother of Chuck (Yolanda) Alessi and Judith (Rich) Boitano.  Cherished grandmother of Rob, Julie, Michael, Julian and Lucas and devoted great - grandmother of 10.

Her...

Judith Day Pisik

Judith Day Pisik

Dec 5, 2019

Judith Day Pisik, age 79, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2019 in Gilroy, CA.

Service will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at 12:30 P.M. at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, Dixon, CA

Arthur Merwin Gunter

Arthur Merwin Gunter

Nov 30, 2019

Arthur Merwin Gunter, 83, of Morgan Hill, CA, passed away at home on November 30, 2019. He is survived by Mary Lou, his loving wife of 59 years; his children, Shelli Bettencourt of Morgan Hill, Troy Gunter of Morgan Hill, Britt Gunter of Gilroy, nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Merwin was born on July 10, 1936, in...

Philip Hernandez

Philip Hernandez

Nov 28, 2019

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Philip Hernandez, 76, on November 28, 2019 due to his long fought battle with  heart disease. Phil was born in Santa Barbara, CA and raised in Gilroy, CA.  He was the oldest child to Cristina and Mike Hernandez.  He was survived by brother Mike Hernandez and arrives home to...

Sharon Lou Blaettler Pappani

Sharon Lou Blaettler Pappani

Nov 28, 2019

Sharon Lou Blaettler Pappani passed away peacefully on November 28, 2019 after a short battle with cancer. She was 77 years old. Sharon was born in Gilroy, CA  to Frances Norma Blaettler (Poncino) and Louis Clarence Blaettler. She spent her whole life in Gilroy, graduating from Gilroy High School and marrying at St. Mary Catholic Church.  Along with her...

Elizabeth Ann Moretti

Elizabeth Ann Moretti

Nov 25, 2019

It is with great sadness that the family of Elizabeth Ann (Mangano) Moretti announces her passing on Monday, November 25, 2019.

Elizabeth was born in Gilroy, California to Bat and Norma Mangano. She was the youngest of two children and was raised in Gilroy. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents, Bat and Norma, and her...

Roberta Ann Anderson

Roberta Ann Anderson

Nov 24, 2019

It is with great sadness that the family of Roberta Ann (Dexter) Anderson announces her passing.

Roberta was born in San Jose, California to Robert and Betty Dexter. She was the older of two children and was raised in the family home on Pacheco Pass Highway until moving to a family-built home on Canada Road in Gilroy. ...

Max Guadalupe Limones

Max Guadalupe Limones

Nov 23, 2019

Our family is grieving the loss of Max Guadalupe Limones, a native of Gilroy, CA. He was born September 20, 1955 and joined our family in heaven on November 23, 2019. He was surrounded by his family when he passed.

Max is survived by his 5 children Max Jr. (Lora), Jose (Leah), Angie, Jason (Natasha) and Jackie;...

Enrique Delmonth Morales

Enrique Delmonth Morales

Nov 19, 2019

Enrique, 67, of Gilroy, passed away on November 19, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife Rosalinda Hernandez, children Leslie Delmonth, Laura Delmonth and son-in-laws Carlos Rubalcava and Bernardo Aguirre. Also survived by his grandchildren Mia and Suri Rubalcava and his brother Jorge Delmonth. In addition, he is survived by his brother-in-law Hector Hernandez...

Marilyn Julia Rauschnot

Marilyn Julia Rauschnot

Nov 18, 2019

Marilyn, 85, beloved Wife, Mother, Mama, Sister, Aunt and Friend to many passed peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. Her compassion and love is never ending and will continue to guide us. She is survived by her husband Michael John Rauschnot, with whom she recently celebrated 66 inspiring years of marriage. As well, Marilyn is survived by her Children:...

Rebecca Ann Mcloughlin

Rebecca Ann Mcloughlin

Nov 18, 2019

Rebecca Ann McLoughlin, 66, of Gilroy, California, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, November 18, 2019.  She was born on July 1, 1953 in Gilroy and raised in Morgan Hill. Becki graduated from Live Oak High School in 1971. She married her best friend Vincent McLoughlin on July 19, 2008.

Becki worked for many years...

Camilo Salinas, Jr.

Camilo Salinas, Jr.

Nov 17, 2019

Camilo Salinas  passed away on November  17, 2019 at home surrounded  by his love ones. He is survived by mother  Flora Rangel, children Ruby, Eileen, Camilo III, Appy and Paula  Salinas, grandchildren, great grandchildren, siblings  Martha,Marcella, Jesse Salinas, Cynthia, Paul Rangel and many nieces and nephews.

Camilo was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Priscilla Salinas...

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