Age 88, passed away peacefully Oct. 1, 2009, following a series of strokes. She was born Feb. 28, 1921 in Morgan Hill, CA to Anna (Linden) Gordon of San Francisco and Michael Gordon of New York City. The family resided in New York City until Bessie was ten, where her father was a partner in his family's insurance adjusting and accounting firm.
Alfonso passed away peacefully at home in Gilroy on Sept. 30, 2009, at the age of 85. He is survived by his children, Tonia Antonio, Robin Rianda and Jane Henrikson; his brother Ben Antonio; 4 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and all his friends at Wheeler Manor. Graveside service will be held on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009, at 12:30 P.M. at San Joaquin National Cemetery, 32053 West McCabe Road, Gustine, CA 95322.