Obituaries

Monte passed away at home after a lengthy illness. He was 66 yrs old. Monte worked for Granite Construction for over 25 years before retiring in 2001. Other than his family, Monte's greatest passion was golf. He was a member at Bolado Golf Course. He is preceded in death by his father, Lester Gladden. He is survived by his wife of 17 years Lori, mother Dolores, sister and brother-in-law Connie and Russ Fulwood, best friend Bill Arzie, 3 children- son Darrell and daughters Julie Gladden and Terese Crispin. 2 step-children Michael and Megan Finlen. 7 Grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. There will be a celebration of life barbeque on Nov 22, 2008 starting at noon at 3994 Panoche Rd, Paicines, CA

TERESA GONZALEZ, 47, passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle with gastric cancer. Daughter of Manuel R. Gonzalez of Gilroy and the late Jessie Gonzalez. Mother of Monica Lara, Michael Gonzalez, Ray Ramos Jr. and Adam Ramos all of Gilroy. Grandmother of Chico, Lil Bubba, Jayden, Alexus, Jazmine, Malachi and Erlinda. Sister of Joey Gonzalez, Rosalie Yanez, Connie Gallardo, Socorro De La Cruz and Jessica Sustaita all of Gilroy. Also survived by 13 nieces and nephews, 14 great-nieces and nephews, sister and brothers-in-law, uncles, aunts, and cousins who all have been supportive and caring. Also her beloved Pomeranian, Mani. Her family would like to thank all her loving and devoted friends who comforted and cared for her during her illness. A native of Gilroy.

June Wrzos, 91, of Salinas, passed away Monday, November 3, 2008. She was born June 19, 1917 in Hollister, CA to Clarence and Martha Hodges, the first of five children, Martha, Clarence, Milton, Olive, and Joy.

Mateo "Matt" Tijerina, aged 80 years, passed away at his residence, November 6th with his family by his side. Matt as he was affectionately called by his family and friends, was a native of Sabinal, TX; was educated in Texas, and moved from Texas to Hollister 50 years ago. Matt worked in the wine industry for 25 years with Almaden Vineyards and upon his retirement, started his own landscaping business. He enjoyed being with his wife and family; the out of doors gardening and fishing, as well as watching the 49-ers, Giants, and A's games. He was a member of the United Brotherhood of Teamsters local union in Fresno; had been a volunteer fireman for the City Of Hollister for eight years; was very active in the Kingdom Hall Of Jehovah's Witnesses, and was devoted to sharing the gospel with others. He is survived by his wife of 64 years Santos Tijerina of Hollister; his children and their spouses Anita Correa of Hollister; Rosalinda Howard (Joe) of Santa Cruz, Gilbert Tijeina (Debbie) of Sacramento, David Tijerina (Lisa) of Morgan Hill, and Velia Dozal of Hollister. 14 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, his brother Benito Tijerina (Margo), and many nieces and nephews survive.

Born on the family ranch in Morgan Hill on September 27, 1918, Lillian was a life-long resident of Morgan Hill. She passed away on November 3, 2008, at her home at the age of 90.

Marina - Raylene Sanchez, a loving, welcoming presence in the world and a treasure to her family and friends passed away suddenly at her home. Raylene is preceeded in death by her mother Margaret and brother Joshua. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. at the South Valley Community Church.