John G. Pipkin
John Gary Pipkin was born in Modesto, CA, and was raised in the Fresno area. He moved to Morgan Hill in early 1962. John started a career as a carpenter until opening his own business, "Morgan Hill Motorcycle Salvage Shop". This was the first salvage shop for motorcycles in California, and was boasted as a "House of a Million Parts". John's shop was easily noticed, as it was painted bright orange & purple, and had a landmark three wheel chopper, located at the front of the store. This store front became an icon for the City of Morgan Hill.
Bruce M. Davis
Passed away in Campbell. He is the husband of Rosie Mata Davis.
Manuel A. Canez
Manue A. Canez passed away at Stanford Medical Center.
Trinidad G. Castellano
Trinidad Garcia Castellano passed away peacefully in her home on December 1, 2006, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Barrancos, Chihuahua, Mexico, on May 12, 1912. Loved and respected by her loving children Dominga (Robert) Valdez, Alcario (Carmen) Castellano, David (Mary) Castellano and Mary Castellano. Preceded in death by her parents Pedro and Juanita Garcia, husband Cirilo Castellano, and son and daughter-in-law, Ismael and Lorraine Castellano. She will be missed by her cherished grandchildren Alfredo Jaurique, Julie Moreno, Maria West, Carmela Castellano-Garcia, Armando Castellano, Leonard Castellano, Lauralee Castellano, Michael Castellano, Ismael Castellano, Paul Castellano, David Castellano, and Lisa De La Cruz, and her fifteen great grandchildren.
Luana M. Kludt
Luana M. Kludt passed away in Salinas on November 21, 2006. She is survived by her daughters, Chrissie Annotti of Salinas and Jacqueline (Tim) Hanna of Sagle, Idaho. She is also survived by a brother, Stephen Hailstone of Hollister, 6 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband James and son Michael.
Emilio Aladino Orsetti
In loving memory of Emilio Aladino Orsetti who passed peacefully in his sleep December 3, 2006. Emilio was born March 6, 1924, in a farmhouse located on a Buena Vista Avenue orchard established in 1911 by his parents Louise and Aladino Orsetti, Gilroy pioneers. Emilio attended Gilroy schools and graduated from Gilroy Union High School in 1942 with life membership to the California Scholarship Federation.
Viella C. Hardin
Viella C. Hardin died at her Hollister home.
Danny Marine
Danny Marine passed away November 29, 2006, surrounded by his family and friends in Gilroy. He is survived by his loving wife of 10 years, Terri Marine; he was the dear son of George and Ursel Marine of Morgan Hill; brother of Mike, Jim and his wife Lynn, and Ray and his wife Dina Marine; uncle to Aaron, Lexi, Matt, and Kelly Marine, Ashley, Adam, and Allyson Burns.
Marion Guerrero
Marion Guerrero passed away after a lengthy illness Sunday, December 3, 2006, in San Jose, CA. She was 61 years old. She is the wife of Diego Guerrero of Gilroy, mother of Kelly Guerrero of Santa Cruz, Tracy (Alvis) Kester of Gilroy, Kris (Roman) Gaeta of Gilroy and Erin (Joshua) Stebbins of Morgan Hill, grandmother of 7. She is also survived by numerous relatives and friends. Mrs. Guerrero was preceded in death by her son Todd Guerrero. She was a longtime sponsor of the Christian Children's Fund. She has been a Gilroy resident for over 30 years.
Minnie L. Thornton
Minnie L. Thornton of Talent, Oregon, passed away November 21st at the age of 88 years. Minnie was born in Sacramento, CA, then moved to Hollister in 1924. A graduate of Hollister High School, Minnie worked for the local branch of the Bank Of America and also was an accounting assistant for Frank Gould before leaving Hollister in 1956. She was preceded in death by her husband Elson Thornton, mother Flora I. Lynn, sister Lucile (Shore) Hackett, and brother Elder Delmue. Minnie is survived by her daughter Darlene (Smith) Holstien, son-in-law James Holstien, 3 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and a niece, Barbara (Shore) Poggi and husband Joe of Hollister.
