Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Gilroy and Morgan Hill, CA

Ruth Annette Klinke

Ruth Annette Klinke

Mar 12, 2018

Ruth A. Klinke, 73, passed away on March 12, 2018 in Morgan Hill, CA.

Beloved wife of John H. Klinke Jr., they were married for over 55 years.

Ruth worked as a telephone operator for Continental in Gilroy until they welcomed their daughter Heidi in 1974.  She then joined her husband working in Coyote until...

Eileen Veronica Quinn

Eileen Veronica Quinn

Mar 11, 2018

Eileen Veronica Quinn, treasured wife, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt passed away peacefully on March 11 th with family members by her side.  Her sudden death was unexpected.  She had spent the previous day at the beauty salon for a haircut and shopping for bargains at her favorite department store.

Eileen was born on June 19,...

Tony J. Hernandez

Tony J. Hernandez

Mar 11, 2018

Tony J. Hernandez, 70, of Gilroy, CA., beloved husband and best friend of Mary Jane Hernandez for 47 years, passed away peacefully surrounded by the ones he laughed with, lived for, and loved on March 11, 2018.

Tony is survived by his two daughters, Melissa (Manuel) Rubalcava and Corinna (Joey) Hernandez; five grandchildren, Nicholas and Olivia Hernandez,...

Brian K. Hynek

Brian K. Hynek

Mar 10, 2018

Brian, 62, Gilroy, passed away on March 10, 2018 after a lengthy illness. It is a blessing, as he is in a better place.  Brian is survived by his wife Gayl, his beloved daughter Kaitlyn and his brother Bill.

He was born and raised in Pennsylvania.  He traveled to California to attend college and fell in love...

Mary Jane Green

Mary Jane Green

Mar 10, 2018

Mary Jane Green, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 10, 2018.  Wife of the late John E. Green.  Loving mother of Sister Bobbi Green of Gilroy and the late Patty Blomgren.  Also survived by nieces and nephews.  A native of Gilroy.  Age 96 years.  She worked for Marion's Dress Shop, Roberts Department Store and Ford's Department Store as a retail...

Peggy A. Yamano

Peggy A. Yamano

Mar 8, 2018

Peggy married Dick M. Yamano, November 21, 1969. She is survived by her husband Dick of San Jose; daughter Jeanette M. Yamano of Campbell; sisters Jacqueline Berg of Napa and Maxine Smith of Roseville as well as 2 nieces and 3 nephews. Peggy was preceded in death by her son Robert M. Hunt.

She spent all of...

Linda De Los Santos

Linda De Los Santos

Mar 8, 2018

Beloved wife of John, mother of Michelle. Died unexpectedly of heart disease. Linda and John met in September 1994 and fell immediately in love. She was preceded in death by her twin sister Verlinda, whom she missed greatly. Linda was a special person that was loved. She grieved for her dog Vader. She had a vision of him the day...

Alice Velador Padron

Alice Velador Padron

Mar 1, 2018

Alice went home and entered the gates of heaven to be with the Lord above on March 1, 2018. Born on January 9, 1939 in Ventura California and moved to Gilroy in 1949.  Alice is survived by her loving husband of 62 years Robert Padron, daughters Debbie Padron-Talavera, Doreen Padron-Salinas (Omar), son Marc Padron (Michele). Grandsons Michael Salinas, Ryan...

Albert Anthony Silva

Albert Anthony Silva

Feb 28, 2018

Albert Silva, 73, of Gilroy, passed away on February 28 th after a valiant battle to Multiple System Atrophy (MSA).

Funeral services will be held at 10am, Monday, March 5th at St. Mary's Church in Gilroy with Fr. Randy officiating. Burial will follow at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Habing Family Funeral Home.

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Craig L. Merriman

Craig L. Merriman

Feb 28, 2018

CRAIG L. MERRIMAN passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at his home in Gilroy. Craig was raised in the Morgan Hill area and graduated from Live Oak High School where he met his late wife, Jacqui.  He was an avid hunter and enjoyed watching movies and spending time with his family.  Craig was preceded in death by his wife...

Margarita Perez De Pineda

Margarita Perez De Pineda

Feb 28, 2018

A Vigil will be held Monday, March 5, 2018 5:00 P.M. at Habing Family Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, March 6, 2018 9:00 A.M. at St. Mary's Church, Gilroy.

Sandra Jo Anger

Sandra Jo Anger

Feb 27, 2018

Sandy Jo Anger, 74, of Morgan Hill, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2018. She was born in Spokane, Washington. She attended Cal State Northridge. Sandy loved life and learning. She had many passions over the years that included line dancing, dog training, archery, languages, art, theatre, travelling, spending time in nature and with family. She was an active...

Joan Blessing Kern

Joan Blessing Kern

Feb 24, 2018

Joan Blessing Kern peacefully passed away in the company of her family at 11:20 am on Saturday, February 24, 2018 in Gilroy, CA, at the age of 94.  Mrs. Kern was preceded in death by her beloved husband Frank of 62 years, son Frank Jr. (70) and son Steven (2 hours).  Surviving her are sons Kenneth (Ken), Christopher (Chris)...

Alejandrina Robles

Alejandrina Robles

Feb 19, 2018

Alejandrina, 84, Hollister, passed away on February 19, 2018.  A Visitation will be Wednesday, February 21,2018 at 1:00 PM at Habing Family Funeral Home.  Vigil Service at 6:30 PM.  A Funeral Mass will be Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 1:30 PM at St. Mary Church.  Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery, Gilroy.

Jesse Gonzales

Jesse Gonzales

Feb 19, 2018

Jesse Gonzales, age 48, passed away peacefully on February 19 th , 2018. Jesse is survived by his parents, Juanita and Francisco Gonzales, his son, Nicholas Gonzales, his daughter, Benina Fernandez, his son-in-law, Carlos Fernandez, and his only granddaughter, Victoria Nichole Fernandez.  He is also survived by his sisters, Yolanda Muniz, Elva Aviles, Sylvia Salinas, Rosalinda Puentes, Frances G....

Mary Aileene Noll

Mary Aileene Noll

Feb 19, 2018

Mary, 84, Gilroy, passed away on Feb. 19, 2018.  The world lost a good one today. Mom passed after a short illness, surrounded by her family.  Lovingly known as G-Mizzle and Grandma Noll Mary by her Grandchildren; Christine (Ross) Thayer, Ashley Schaffner and Logan Janisch.  Survived by her Children; Lori (Tony) Firth, Sandra (Steve) Janisch and David Noll.  Preceded...

Horace Wesley Fabing

Horace Wesley Fabing

Feb 18, 2018

Horace Wesley Fabing passed away peacefully in the company of his family on Sunday February 18, 2018 at the age of 92.  Horace was born on December 6, 1925 to Oscar and Emma Fabing in Gilroy, CA.

Horace was fourth-generation Californian. While his service in the Merchant Marine and US Navy took him to destinations along the...

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