Jose Luis Gonzalez passed away in Batesville, AR. He was born in Gilroy and lived most of his life in Hollister. He was a graduate of Pinnacle School and worked in landscaping. His favorite pastimes were fishing and family barbecues. He is survived by his mother and father, Lupe Gonzalez and Louie Gonzalez of Hollister, his sisters, Cynthia Gonzalez and Sabrina Gonzalez of Hollister, his grandparents, Guadalupe Barrientos and Tomas Gonzalez of Hollister, his niece and nephews, Lizette, Abraham, Sebastian and Samuel and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Cipriano Barrientos and Petra Gonzalez.
Eithel Denham passed away at home on April 7, 2007 she was 85 years old. Mrs. Denham is survived by her daughter Melba Moreno of Gilroy, grandmother of Cassandra Giordano of Redding, Cindi Leon of Hollister, Tony Moreno of Gilroy and Shelbi Moreno of Gilroy, great-grandmother of Amanda and Jennifer Moreno of Casper, Wyoming, Cameron and Ryan Leon of Hollister, and Kaitlin and Alexa Giordano of Redding. She was preceded in death by her husband Weldon Denham. Mrs. Denham was a member of the Eastern Star Manzanita Chapter has been Gilroy resident for over 25 years. Graveside Services were held at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, Gilroy. Donations in her memory to the American Heart Association are preferred and appreciated.
Born Nov. 14, 1924 in Stockton, CA. Betty was the 9th of 10 children of Mary & Ralph Olives of Madera, CA. Betty passed away peacefully April 9th, from complications of Alzheimer's Disease.
Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, Elenore passed into rest April 5, 2007 in San Martin, CA, at age 74. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Julius, better known as "Rocky"; sons: Michael (Renee), Daniel (Tammy), Thomas, and Paul (Gwen); her grandchildren: Aaron, Justin, Charmaine and Julia; nephew, Rob Cuffia; niece, Loritta Johnson and her family: Kim, Kirke (Johanne), Lance, and Kirkey LaShelle, and Natazia Stolberg; extended family; Elsa, Joseph, and Carlo Audisio; cousins: Laura Smith and Joanie Singleton; her Hawaiian relatives: Auntie Frances, Huddy, Emery Lucas, Miliaulani Landgraf, and Likiliki Davis; and, of course, by her many dear life-long friends and golfing partners.
Son of Lupe Gonzalez and Louie Gonzalez of Hollister. He died in an automobile accident in Batesville, AR. Arrangements are pending at Black Cooper Sander Funeral Home. 637-3793
Paul Malech passed away Wednesday, April 4, 2007 after a long illness. He was the son of Earl and Ruth Malech, and spent his early years on the Malech ranch in Coyote. He attended local schools; Hartnell College in Salinas and Fresno State College, after which he joined the U.S. Navy. Upon returning from his Navy commitment, he lived and worked in Morgan Hill as a builder. In 1957, he married Mary Hale of Morgan Hill, and they had three sons who survive him; Steve (Donna) of Morgan Hill, Scott (Amy) of Escondido and Tom (Julie) of Coyote. He was grandpa "Pablo" to his grandchildren, Matthew, Julia, Luke, Amanda, Morgan, Hudson and Presley. He also leaves his beloved brothers, Burt, Keith and Ray, and sister, Lucille Melot. He was uncle to many nieces and nephews, and friend to many. A celebration of his life will be held on Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at 2:00 pm at the Masonic Temple, 380 W. Dunne Avenue in Morgan Hill. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Paul's memory to St. John the Divine Episcopal Church in Morgan Hill.
Carl Hamilton, 83, died April 4, 2007 at Pacific Hills Manor in Morgan Hills, CA after a long period of declining health. He was born October 8, 1923 in Laconia, New Hampshire, the son of William G and Mildred (Joyal) Hamilton. Mr. Hamilton was a graduate of Laconia High School in 1941. He served in the US Army during WWII in the Asian-Pacific Theatre. He also served in the US Navy during the Korean War. He was a life member of the American Legion and the VFW in Laconia. He moved his family to California and enjoyed a 23 year career with Rockwell International in El Segundo, CA. He was very active with the Little League Organization, Boy Scouts, and a long-time Elks and Moose member. Survivors include his wife, Kazuko Hamilton; daughters, Christina Mariani, Dianna Hamilton, Nina Birch; sons, Bryan Hamilton and Kevin Hamilton. He also leaves behind nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
James T. Carpenter, Jr., passed away in Gilroy. A celebration of his life will be on Saturday, April 7, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. at Habing Family Funeral Home in Gilroy.