Obituaries

Mar 24, 2018

Steven Douglas Knepper passed away on March 24, 2018, at the age of 72, after a strong battle against cancer.  His light hearted, positive, and easy going zest for life will be dearly missed.

Steve was a life-long resident of San Martin, CA where he attended San Martin Grammar School and graduated from Live Oak High School. ...

Mar 22, 2018

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Marian Johnson Blair passed away peacefully at home in Morgan Hill, California on Thursday March 22nd, 2018, at the age of 94.

Born on January 11, 1924 in Santa Clara, California, she was the only child of Ralph and Ora Johnson. Marian Adele Johnson was raised as a lady of society, while at the same time...

Mar 21, 2018

Lupe Rocha Yamamoto passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on March 21, 2018.

Lupe was a Gilroy girl her whole life!  She was a beautiful, loving and caring person who lived her life devoted to her family and God.  She was a very giving person who would give you her last nickel if you needed it. As long...

Mar 20, 2018

Naval Seaman, FT2 – Rodney Lee Cordell, 75, died peacefully on March 20, 2018, in Gilroy, CA.  A veteran of the Navy, he served aboard the destroyer, Myles C. Fox during the Cold War from 1960 – 1963.  After working at Pacific Bell Telephone Co., he worked and eventually retired from IBM after 35 years.

Rod was...

Mar 17, 2018

David Ray Elston passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Saturday, March 17, 2018.

"Dave" (as he was known to most) was born on July 28, 1960 in Watsonville, CA to Delphia and Orval Elston.  In 1964, the Elston Family moved to Longmont, CO where Dave spent a majority of his childhood.  The family...

Mar 16, 2018

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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...

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,...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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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...

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.

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...

Feb 26, 2018

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Feb 25, 2018

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