Obituaries

Marin V. Salinas passed away in Hollister, Friday at the age of 72. He was born in Texas and has resided in Hollister for nearly 35 years. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mr. Salinas had worked in agriculture for over 30 years having been a tractor operator and working in greenhouses for germination of seeds. Marin was predeceased by his wife, Maria Teresa Salinas in 2004, and a granddaughter, Nicole D. Salinas in 1995. Father of Adolf Salinas (Maria), Mario Salinas (Margaret), Linda Vasquez (Juan) and Michael Salinas (Mindy) all of Hollister. Grandfather of Nathan, Anthony, Elyssa, Lanette and Alvaro Vasquez, Sommer and Autumn Salinas and Adam Lamberson. Brother of Juan "Johnny" Salinas and Manuel Salinas. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Born November 6, 1914, in San Martin, CA, Ann passed peacefully on November 25, 2008, in Morgan Hill, CA. She is now reunited in heaven with her beloved husband, George Tykol, and her sister, Alice Cheadle; brother, Richard M. Howes, and brother-in-law, William Tykol. She also joins her daughter-in-law, Saundra Lee Tykol, who passed in September in Huricane "Ike". Ann was a chicken rancher in San Martin along with her husband, George, for many years. She later worked at the San Martin Country Store as a bookkeeper and sales clerk. She was a loving, caring mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a friend who touched many with her kindness, generosity and love. She gave her family strength and encouragement until the end of her 94 years. She is survived by her loving children, George R. Tykol of Huntsville, Texas and Marianne J. Sanchez of San Jose. Grandmother to Matthew Tykol and wife Paula of Arkansas, Hettie Stein and husband Robert of Texas, and Craig Sanchez of San Jose. Great-grandmother of Lacey and Evan Tu and Travis and Nathan Tykol. Also survived by brother, Robert C. Howes of Gilroy; sister, Eileen Minkwitz of New Jersey, sister-in-law, Dorothy Tykol of Morgan Hill, and many nieces and nephews. She will be dearly missed by her friends in the Windmill Mobile Home Estates. Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of her life on Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. at Johnson Funeral Home, 17720 Monterey Street in Morgan Hill. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Anna's memory to the American Cancer Society or charity of your choice.

Reynaldo Lara Sr. passed away December 3, 2008. He is survived by his wife Carmelina, children Angelica (Rene) Garcia, Reynaldo Jr. (Monica) Lara, Angel (Brenda) Lara, and Salvador (Anay) Lara, grandchildren Felicia and Anthony Garcia, Edgar Torres, Reynaldo III "Lil Bubba", Amaya, Jayden, and Desteny Lara.

Joseph Francis Kirch, known to his family and childhood friends as "Francis," and to the rest of the world as "Joe," died tragically and unexpectedly Monday, Nov. 24, in Castroville. Francis was 44 years old. He will be greatly missed by all those that loved him.

This cowboy took his final ride into the sunset, after a four-year courageous battle with cancer. He fought strong until the very end. He was 58 years old. Born and raised in Hollister, yet he traveled many trails throughout his lifetime making many friends along the way. One of his most memorable moments was when he was fortunate enough to meet the country duo Brooks & Dunn and star in one of their most famous music videos. He was an avid fisherman in his younger days and loved going salmon fishing at Moss Landing. He also enjoyed hunting with his family and friends; he had so many stories to tell about his wild pigs and big bucks that he hunted. Those who knew him well, knew what a kind heart he had, he was always willing to help out a friend in need. Although he was only here for a short lifetime, we will always remember the good times we shared. Some remember "Bobby" as the man who wore the Black Stetson Cowboy Hat cocked just a little to the right on a good night. We love you and miss you dearly, but we find comfort in knowing your pain is finally over and can no longer hurt you. Lead on Cowboy "As the last good bye's the hardest one to say, this is where the Cowboy rides away"…….