Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Harriet A. Spohr

Harriet A. Spohr

Jul 14, 2019

Harriet, 87, of Gilroy, passed away on July 14, 2019 of congestive heart failure. She was  surrounded by her loving family.  She is survived by her husband, Robin Spohr, 9 children, 18 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. A Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 28, 2019 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Vigil at 5:00 PM at...

Patricia V. Barrett "Nonie"

Patricia V. Barrett "Nonie"

Jul 12, 2019

Patti, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on Friday,  July 12, 2019, at the age of 78.

Nonie was born on December 14, 1940 in Salinas, CA and moved to Gilroy, CA in 1973. She retired from Safeway after 32 years after which, she was a docent at Gilroy Gardens.

Nonie enjoyed line...

Janelle Denise Peichoto

Janelle Denise Peichoto

Jul 11, 2019

On one of her flights throughout the Universe, she arrived in San Jose, CA on January 8, 1979 to enrich the lives of her earthly parents, Janine Simas-Peichoto and John Peichoto.

As a toddler, and soon a pre-schooler, she was already exhibiting her impishness and ability to charm those around her.

During her elementary school years, she showed athletic prowess when she...

Nadine Ellen Papalias

Nadine Ellen Papalias

Jul 8, 2019

Nadine passed away in her sleep, to join her husband Thike, after a long, happy life.

She is survived by her son Gordon and daughter-in-law Colleen.

Beloved grandmother to Alex and Gordy.

She will be most remembered for her love of animals and her kind heart.

Private services have been held....

Jose Miramontes Sandoval

Jose Miramontes Sandoval

Jul 1, 2019

On the afternoon of July 1st, 2019, godfather, uncle, and more over father figure to many, Jose M Sandoval age (81) has passed. Born August 16,1938 in his ranch of San Francisco in Jalisco Guadalajara, Mexico. Son of Kirino and Maria de Jesus Sandoval. He was a self taught, hard working man with dedication. At the age of 12,...

Thomas Lee Sparacino, Jr.

Thomas Lee Sparacino, Jr.

Jun 29, 2019

Thomas, 44, of Gilroy, passed away on June 29, 2019.  Memorial Services Friday, July 26, 2019 - 12:30 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home.

Pedro Cervantes

Pedro Cervantes

Jun 25, 2019

Pedro Cervantes, age 63, passed away on June 25, 2019.  He will be missed by all his family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 7, 2019, from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a vigil service at 5:00 pm at Habing Family Funeral Home.  Funeral Mass will be Monday, July 8, 2019 at 10:00...

Esther Filadoro Marrazzo

Esther Filadoro Marrazzo

Jun 25, 2019

Esther Filadoro Marrazzo passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at the age of 98.

Esther was born in Sault Ste Marie, Canada on February 17, 1921 to Ralph and Mary Filadoro, originally from Calabria, Italy.  The family moved to Gilroy when she was three, and Esther graduated from Gilroy High School in 1940.  In 1942,...

W. John Filice

W. John Filice

Jun 25, 2019

John Filice passed away peacefully on June 25, 2019 after a brief illness. He was born in Gilroy to John and Marion Bozzo Filice, both Italian immigrants. He attended local schools, graduating from Gilroy High School in 1948. Two weeks after graduation, he went to work for General Electric Motor Plant, retiring after 37 years as a customer service...

Alfred Patrick Ciacco

Alfred Patrick Ciacco

Jun 24, 2019

It is with great sadness that the family of Alfred "Al" Patrick Ciacco announces his passing on Monday, June 24, 2019 at the age of 62. Al will be lovingly remembered by his daughters, Roxine (Paul) Bermudez, Rianna Ciacco, former wife Christy Ciacco, grandsons Tyler and Nate, sister and brother-in-law Kathy and Roger Santos, niece Leanne (Leon) Haygood, and...

M. Theresa Perez

M. Theresa Perez

Jun 24, 2019

Terri Perez, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on Monday, June 24, 2019, at the age of 77 after battling several health ailments.

Terri was born on July 3, 1941, in San Diego, CA and later moved to the Bay Area in 1965. She was a Supervisor for Santa Clara County Department of Social Services...

Dennis Allen Sanchez, Sr.

Dennis Allen Sanchez, Sr.

Jun 22, 2019

On Saturday June 22, Dennis unexpectedly passed away at his home in Hollister; he was 71 years old.

He is survived by his wife Lettie, married 47 years; children Denise Sanchez, Tina Pulido (Tony), Dennis Sanchez Jr. (Kim) and Tom Sanchez (Janine); 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Viewing will be Friday, July 5 th between...

Audrey Ondriezek

Audrey Ondriezek

Jun 16, 2019

Audrey Ondriezek was a native of San Jose Ca since 1931. She peacefully went to heaven June 16, 2019, where she joins her husband James Ondriezek. She lived the past 48 years in Morgan Hill. She is survived by her 3 children, 6 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She will be laid to rest on 6/28/19 in a private...

Nieves Garcia

Nieves Garcia

Jun 15, 2019

Nieves Montez Garcia passed in peace with family by her side on June 15th at the age of 92 years old.

Nieves was born in El Paso, Texas on March 10 th ,1927 to Jesus Montez and Jesusita Gardea. Her favorite pastimes were crocheting blankets, clothing and accessories for dolls and cooking for friends and family. She...

David Eugene Schwarz

David Eugene Schwarz

Jun 14, 2019

David Eugene Schwarz, 82, passed peacefully on June 14, 2019, after a long struggle with Parkinson's disease. He was an Emeritus Professor of Geography and retired Associate Dean of Social Science at San Jose State University. David was born and raised in Mattoon, Illinois, the second of seven children. He lived in Gilroy, California for the past 32 years....

Bertha Marie Thome

Bertha Marie Thome

Jun 13, 2019

Bertha Marie Thome

Sunrise:  December 1st, 1920

Sunset:  June 13, 2019

In December of 1920, Bertha Marie Gotterba, the youngest of 9 children, was born to Hattiebell and Oscar Gotterba in Aromas, California.  Born and raised in Aromas, Bertha attended San Benito County High School.  On the school bus, Bertha met her high...

Gloria Ann Zufall

Gloria Ann Zufall

Jun 10, 2019

She was born in Elmore, MN to Clarence and Goldie Zufall. She graduated from Elmore High School and then spent two years of college at Mankato State in Mankato, MN. Moved to Arizona where she completed her B.S and M.A. degrees in Physical Education at Arizona State University in Tempe. She taught high school in Avenal and Fresno, CA...

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