Obituaries

May 17, 2025

Born on July 14, 1958, Lupe Hernandez passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 66 years young. Although born in Toledo, Ohio, he was raised in Gilroy, California. Before retiring and becoming the best Papa he could be, Lupe was a skilled Tire Technician for over 30 years.

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May 13, 2025

Ruth Haro passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, at the age of 75.

Born on September 24, 1949, in Santa Clara, CA to Alfonso and Eleanor Viscarra, Ruth grew up in Hollister as the third of eleven children. She graduated from San Benito High School in 1968 and cherished caring for her younger siblings.

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May 13, 2025

Ava Lopez, 31, passed away unexpectedly on May 13, 2025. She was the beloved second child of Jaime and Martha Lopez.

Raised in Gilroy, Ava graduated from Gilroy High School and developed a passion for technology early in life. A self-taught computer enthusiast, she proudly built two personal PCs. Though she held positions at eBay and Amazon...

May 3, 2025

Norma Heinrichs died on May 3, 2025 of natural causes six weeks shy of her 96th birthday. Her life was dedicated to raising her five children to whom she taught responsibility, family values, humanity and charity to those who had less than others.

Norma Genovesi was born to Italian immigrants, Giovachino (Jack) and Lena Genovesi. Born and...

May 3, 2025

Mike Montoya was born on January 19, 1943 in Gilman, Colorado to Marcelino and Delfina Griego Montoya. The youngest of 10, he thrived exploring and fishing the Eagle river in his backyard. He moved to San Jose, California at 12, graduated from Samuel Ayer High, and promptly entered the Marine Corps. Upon return home he found his lifelong love,...

May 1, 2025

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Apr 30, 2025

Marcelino Moreno of Gilroy, passed away in Palo Alto, California. He was one of 11 siblings. Marcelino Moreno Sr and Estela were married for 46 years. He was blessed over the years with three sons, Isaias, Marcelino Jr, and Alejandro and his greatest joy, his grandson Ivan.

As a longtime employee as a Truck Driver in the...

Apr 30, 2025

Mary Lou Gunter, 87, of Morgan Hill, CA, passed away peacefully at home on April 30, 2025. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 59 years, Merwin Gunter, and is survived by her children, Shelli Bettencourt of Morgan Hill, Troy Gunter of Morgan Hill, and Britt Gunter of Gilroy, along with nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren....

Apr 30, 2025

Martin Vancil, M.D. passed away peacefully in April at the age of 87.

Martin was born in 1937 in Kansas. From an early age, he dreamed of making a difference in the world, and ambitiously pursued this goal throughout his life, earning numerous awards and accolades along the way.  In high school, he lettered in several sports,...

Apr 27, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mike Almanza on April 27, 2025.  After a time of health issues, he left this Earth to be at peace.

Mike leaves behind his wife Rachel Duran Almanza. He is predeceased by his first wife, Lola, who passed in 2011, and the mother of his seven children. His children...

Apr 25, 2025

The warmth she gave, a gentle light, Now shines above, a star so bright.

Though earthly bonds are now undone, Her loving spirit still lives on. The echoes of her laughter sweet, The wisdom shared, the guiding feet. In every memory, clear and true, A piece of her remains with you. Though grief may linger, tears may...

Apr 24, 2025

Gary Owens, long time resident of Gilroy, CA, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025 at the age of 79.

Gary's early years were spent in the idyllic town of Blue Lake in Humboldt County, California, a place that undoubtedly nurtured his life long love of the outdoors and sports. He attended St. Bernard's High School in...

Apr 23, 2025

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Apr 23, 2025

Alexandria Darice "Alex" Somera, née Calimpong, passed away on April 23, 2025, in San Jose, California, at the age of 53. Her passing leaves a deep void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Born on May 11, 1971, in Okinawa, Alexandria was the beloved daughter of Arthur Calimpong and Henri Clevenger. Throughout her...

Apr 21, 2025

With great sadness, we heartbreakingly announce the passing of our precious Jimmy on April 21, 2025 at the age of 69 after a valiant battle with cancer.  He was born in Hollister on November 3, 1955 to James "T-Bone" and Rose Stephens and lived in Hollister his whole life.

He attended Sacred Heart School where the many...

Apr 20, 2025

"In Loving Memory of Our Beloved Grandma, Amparo Suarez.

Grandma was the light of our family. She was loving, generous, funny, sarcastic, selfless, compassionate and most of all—genuine. Her heart overflowed with love for everyone she met, even strangers. She taught us to value friendships and look after one another. If you met her, you knew there...

Apr 18, 2025

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Apr 16, 2025

Laura Elena Anzualda passed away on April 16, 2025, at the age of 55, in a hospital, following complications related to ongoing health struggles.

Born on June 11, 1969, in Ignacio Allende, Zacatecas Mexico, Laura later tirelessly worked on her American citizenship - a proud moment for her.

From a young age, Laura battled serious...

Apr 15, 2025

Don, passed April 15, 2025 at his home in Morgan Hill, CA. He was born June 8, 1947 to Don and Dorothy Larson in a small suburb of Pittsburgh, PA. He was a proud fifth-generation Penn Hills resident until his college years sent him to Texas. After graduating, he went on  to SoCal where he married and started his...

Apr 6, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Doris Mae Sosa on Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Gilroy, California, following a brief illness. She was 80 years old. Doris was the heart of her family—a devoted wife, loving mother, and adoring grandmother—whose warmth and kindness left a lasting imprint on all who knew her.

Born in Cato,...