Carl J. Berta

Carl J. Berta, 91, of Gilroy died Tuesday, April 5, 2005.
Carl J. Berta, 91, of Gilroy died Tuesday, April 5, 2005.

Mr. Berta enjoyed playing baseball in his younger years and traveled throughout the country, actually meeting his wife while both were active in baseball. He also enjoyed bowling and playing golf.

While raising his family he pursued his interest in the grocery business, opening the Eastside Market until his retirement in 1980.

Since his retirement, he has enjoyed time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Lee Berta; their children, James C. Berta and his wife Norma of Gilroy, and John F. Berta and his wife Michelle of Prunedale; grandchildren, Jim, Nicole, Debbie and Bill; great-grandchildren, Jefferson and Joshua; and many nieces and nephews.

Services will begin at 1pm Friday, April 8, 2005, with a viewing then the Rosary will be recited at 7pm.

Funeral services will be held at 10am Saturday April 9, 2005 at Habing Family Funeral Home, Gilroy.

Burial will follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, Gilroy.

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