Bartunek, Bernice S., 76, homemaker and retired postal worker, passed away peacefully in Morgan Hill, CA. She was the beloved wife of Richard Bartunek for 57 years. Loving mother of Debra (Lupe), William (Tina) and Kenneth. Cherished grandmother of Delane and Andrew. Dearest sister of Dolores (Mike) of Utah.
Howard Coles Hand, age 73 resident of Gilroy, CA, was in a fatal car accident on Wednesday June 8, 2011, at 11:30 A.M. in Gardnerville, NV. He was making his way to Lee Vining for his annual camping trip.
Orvalee passed away in her home after spending many healthy years providing love to an adoring family and final years in dignity under their affectionate care.
Josephine E. O'Connor, a long-time resident of Hollister died at the age of 101 on October 12, 2011, in Oak Ridge, TN following a brief illness. She relocated to Knoxville, TN to live near her son, Tom in September of 2005.
Passed away at his home in San Jose on Jan. 6, 2009. Husband of Leonor Esparza of San Jose. Father of Arnold E. Esparza Jr. of San Jose, Edward J. Esparza of Los Angeles, Ascencion Esparza of San Jose and Concepcion Esparza of Los Angeles. Brother of Daniel P. Esparza of San Jose. A native of Juchipila, Zac., Mexico. He moved to the Santa Clara Valley in 1951 and has resided here since. He retired from the Norton Company of Santa Clara and enjoyed gardening and taking care of his small orchard. Vigil Monday, Jan. 12, 2008 – 7:00 P.M. at Habing Family Funeral Home, Gilroy. Funeral Mass Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009 – 11:00 A.M. at St. Mary's Church, Gilroy. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Gilroy.
Barbara Bisceglia passed away at Mabie Skilled Nursing Southside Sunday evening, Feb. 21st, 2010, after a courageous battle against cancer. Barbara was a native of Madera, was raised in Livingston, and has been a resident of San Benito County since 1964. As a homemaker for 45 years and the Office Manager for Joe's Plumbing for 22 years, Barbara demonstrated a sincere love and interest for her family and their activities. "What she enjoyed the most was spending time with family and grandchildren," said her husband Joseph. In addition she enjoyed the out-of-doors with her husband camping, hunting, fishing, traveling in their recreational vehicle; crocheting, embroidery, cooking and baking. Joe and Barbara enjoyed going to Immaculate Conception Church each week to work within the grounds until her health would not permit her to continue.
Bobby Ivelich passed away Monday at the Community Hospital Of The Monterey Peninsula at the age of 58 after a four year battle against cancer. Arrangements are pending. Please visit www.grunnagle.com for service date and time and for condolences.