John J. Andrade
John J. Andrade, age 80, passed away on April 9, 2009 in Paradise, CA.
Jose Ramirez Rivera (Joe)
Jose Ramirez Rivera "Joe", of Lathrop, CA, peacefully passed away on April 30, 2009. Joe was born in Mesilla, NM, on March 18, 1949, to Luz and Santos Rivera. Joe was raised in Morgan Hill and graduated from Live Oak High School where he participated in basketball and track and field. Joe was a United States Army Vietnam era veteran and was a paratrooper who earned his wings as a specialist E-4. Joe received an honorable discharge for his service to his country. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Rivera and four sons, Joe Rivera of Lathrop, Alexis Rivera of Lathrop, Amador Rivera of Lathrop and Anthony Garcia and his wife Senna of Hayward, CA. He was a great husband and an awesome dad who had his sons involved in football, basketball, baseball and martial arts. His favorite sport was basketball and he loved to go fishing in his spare time. He was a huge Giants, Warriors and 49ers fan and enjoyed watching and listening to games. Family and friends are invited to services for Joe on Thursday, May 7, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. at Johnson Funeral Home, 17720 Monterey Road in Morgan Hill. Interment to follow at Mt. Hope Memorial Park, Morgan Hill.
Roger Eugene Neff
Roger Eugene Neff passed away at the age of 71 on Monday, April 27 at Peace Harbor Hospital in Florence, OR. Roger was born in Sacramento and raised in Watsonville, CA. He worked as an electronic engineer for Hewlett-Packard and IBM, raising a family in Hollister before retiring to Westlake, OR. Roger was an active member of the Ada Grange #570 in Oregon, serving as state treasurer. Roger loved hunting, fishing and bowling with his family and was an avid golfer, organizing college scholarship tournaments. Roger will be remembered for his warmth, friendship and commitment to his extended family. Deeply moved by those less fortunate, Roger's help and support will be sorely missed.
Georgene Eleanor Perry
Together with their brother, Paul Perry (Bellingham, WA), Peggy Ghysels and Sue Thurman (Gilroy, CA) announce the passing of their beloved mother, Georgene Eleanor Perry.
Mamie L. (Babe) Zellers
Mamie L. "Babe" Zellers, 91, born in Sioux City, passed away April 20, 2009, in Peoria, AZ, surrounded by her four children, Joyce and Bob Holloman of Peoria, AZ, Judi and Bill Heikens of Surprise, AZ, Bill and Connie Zellers of Branson, MO, and Linda Bruggeman of Sun City, AZ.
Fortunata Caballero Agonoy
A Visitation will begin today at 4:00 P.M. followed by a Vigil service at 6:30 P.M. both at Habing Family Funeral Home, Gilroy. Burial will take place in the Philippines.
Norman Y. Taoka
Norman Y. Taoka, age 76 passed away April 28, 2009. At the time of his peaceful death, he was surrounded by his loving family, who will love, miss and cherish his memory forever. Friends and families can pay their respect on Friday, May 1, 2009, from 12:00 to 4:00 P.M., with a service to commence at 1:00 P.M., both at the Masonic Temple in Morgan Hill, CA. Saturday (vigil service at 3:00 P.M.) and Sunday (funeral service at 3:00 P.M.), May 2 & 3, 2009, from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. at Johnson Funeral Home, located at 17720 Monterey Street, Morgan Hill, CA.
Fairy Helen Corona
Fairy Helen Corona passed away peacefully Tuesday April 28, 2009, at the age of 79. Daughter of William and Nora Land, she was born in Kings City, Missouri. In 1941, Fairy moved to California with her family and settled Hollister. She attended Hollister High and graduated with the class of 1947. She is survived by her children Jack (Lupe) Corona, Richard (Joanne) Corona, of Gilroy, Frances (Frank) Coelho of Lemoore, Ted Corona of San Jose, and Nancy Blum of Lemoore, 11 grandchildren; Damien, Luke, Christopher, Matthew, Richard, David, Johnathan Corona, Julie Coelho, Savannah, Lorna, Dalton Blum, and several great- grandchildren, brothers Bob Land of Gonzales and Dale Land of Oregon, numerous nieces, nephews, brother and sister-in laws. Proceeded in death by her husband Octavio "Toby" Frederick Corona, brother Charles, sister Georgia, and sister in law Beatrice Corona. She was a devoted Mom, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother who loved cooking, family, and spending time with her grandchildren. She will be missed by those closest to her.
Josefina V. Garza
Josefina V. Garza passed away April 29, 2009 at her home in Los Banos. She is survived by her children Andy (Christina) Garza, Jr. and Erma (Gino) Catalan, grandmother of Andy III (Amy), Janelle (Michael), Christopher, Selina, Alyssa, and Carissa; great grandmother of Neveah, Audrey and one on the way; brother-in-law Manuel M. Chapa; aunt of Manuel, Jr. (Dianne), Janie (Cruz), Henry (Curly), Yolanda (Eloy), and Adolfo; as well as many more nieces, nephews, and cousins. Josie was preceded in death by her husband Andres Garza, Sr., mother Alicia Castillo Vega, and sister Francisca Chapa.
Charles Paul Tirpitz
In Loving Memory of Charles Paul Tirpitz
