Obituaries

Jul 9, 2025

Joan Rita Balanesi was born September 3, 1942, as the older fraternal twin sister of Joyce Balanesi.  Joan is proceeded in death by her parents Alex John Balanesi and Lily Rose Balanesi as well as her sisters Sandra Darlene Balanesi Larson (Charles) Joyce Ines Balanesi.  Joan is survived by her nephews Charlie Larson (Michael Giluso) and Alex Larson as...

Jul 7, 2025

Fa'atamali'i Sema Pritchard, beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, in Morgan Hill, California, at age 86. Born in Apia, Samoa, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother known for her generous spirit and open heart. An accomplished entrepreneur and baker, she operated multiple businesses while serving her community through nursing and faith. Fa'atamali'i held...

Jul 6, 2025

Rose Murillo Zamarron, lovingly known by family as Rosie, was born on January 24, 1952, in Los Angeles, CA to Ruth Caldera and Andres Murillo. She was the second daughter and the third child out of 12 siblings. At the age of 16, Rosie met her now husband Rudolfo (Rudy) Zamarron through our oldest brother Andres Murillo II.  They...

Jul 5, 2025

With deep sorrow and abiding love, we announce the passing of Donald Kenneth Dixon, Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and mentor, who passed away on July 5, 2025, at the age of 80 after a long and courageous battle with illness.

Born on June 18, 1945, in San Francisco, California, to Albert and Alice Dixon,...

Jul 5, 2025

Jose Contreras passed away on July 5th, 2025, in Southern California. Son of Ramiro and Aurelia Contreras of Gilroy. Brother of David Contreras, Esther Mantelli, Jaime Contreras, Efraim Contreras, and Maria Llamas. He is preceded in death by his brother, Abraham Contreras. Grandson of Benjamin and Guadalupe Chavez of Menlo Park, and the late Francisco and Amalia Contreras. Brother-in-law...

Jun 30, 2025

Gustavo "Gus" Covarrubias, of Gilroy, passed away on June 30, 2025, at the tender age of 39 after a courageous battle with cancer. Gus left this world far too soon, leaving behind countless hearts marked forever by his warmth, humor, and boundless love.

Born to Irma and Juan Covarrubias on July 29, 1985, in Gilroy, Gus quickly...

Jun 29, 2025

Norma Hernandez passed peacefully surrounded by the love of her 2 daughters. She is leaving behind a legacy of compassion, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family. Norma was a kind, independent, and selfless soul who touched the lives of many. She was the type of person who would drop everything to help someone in need, offering advice, care,...

Jun 29, 2025

Mr. Rogers, regretfully, left the schoolyard of life at age 85.  He didn't want to go.  He loved his family, his friends, his community and nature. Jim's life was defined by his relationships with others, always positive and supportive.

Jim was born in Barre, Vermont and had an idyllic childhood growing up in Northfield, Vermont. He graduated...

Jun 28, 2025

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Jun 27, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Edward Conrad Vogel, Sr., who left us peacefully on June 27, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on June 22, 1940, in San Diego, California, Edward was the cherished son of William J. Vogel and Ida Vogel.

In 1941, Edward moved with his family to Gilroy, California, where...

Jun 25, 2025

Tiffany Nicole Comento, 26, passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on June 25, 2025.

Born in Gilroy, California, Tiffany graduated from Christopher High School in 2016. She attended Gavilan College before transferring to Fresno State University. After returning home, she began working as a server at Applebee's in Gilroy, where her kindness and humor shone through to...

Jun 24, 2025

Hector Noe Palomera Bravo, de 64 años y residente de falleció el 24 de junio de 2025.

Nacido el 17 de agosto de 1960, Héctor fue un hombre universalmente admirado por su espíritu humilde, atento y amoroso. Durante 30 años, fue un dedicado conductor de camiones para Recology Waste Zero, donde era una presencia conocida y respetada,...

Jun 24, 2025

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Jun 24, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt love that we announce the passing of Victoria Datu Dimatulac, who departed this life peacefully at the age of 83.

Born on March 6, 1942, Victoria was the third of six children in her family. Throughout her life, she was known for her unwavering strength, nurturing spirit, and deep devotion...

Jun 22, 2025

Roberta V. Perez, a dedicated Campus Supervisor who faithfully served the Gilroy Unified School District for 28 years, passed away on June 22, 2025. She is survived by her beloved husband of 49 years, two sons, daughter, grandson, siblings, nieces, nephews, in-laws, and many cherished loved ones. Roberta's warmth, compassion, and unwavering love will be deeply missed by all...

Jun 21, 2025

Edwin (Eddie) Tognetti unexpectedly passed away from a sudden illness at the age of 82 on Saturday, June 21, 2025. He was surrounded by his many heartbroken loved ones.

Eddie was born on April 4, 1943 in Gilroy, California to Mary and Ed Tognetti. He attended Gilroy schools - Eliot Elementary, Brownell Middle School and Gilroy High...

Jun 21, 2025

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Jun 20, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Merle Gordon Vague, age 92 years and 3 months, announces he passed away June 20, 2025 after a brief but hard-fought battle with cancer.

Merle was born in Oak Creek, Wisconsin on March 31, 1933, the son of the late Martha Sukkert and Harold C. Vague of Racine...

Jun 18, 2025

June was such a cheerful and active person.

She was 4th and youngest child born in San Jose, CA to Masuo and Motoko Akizuki on June 1, 1929. She passed away at the age of 96 at her home after a brief hospitalization.  She went to Grant Elementary school growing up in San Jose Japantown on 6th...

Jun 14, 2025

Catherine Bolton, a longtime resident of Gilroy, passed away unexpectedly on June 14, 2025.

Cathy worked in the retail industry most of her career and enjoyed seeing her regular customers. She was devoted to her family and parents, spending her free time helping them with whatever they needed.

Cathy is survived by her loving parents,...