Former San Benito County resident, Jennie Padilla Ingram, passed away at Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno at the age of 71 years after a three month illness.
Masayo Yokoyama is survived by her husband of 64 years, Torao Yokoyama, her children Ray (Jo Ann) Yokoyama, Lily (Allan) Kawafuchi, Dale (Gordon) Mizuno, June Yokoyama Otaguro, Don (Glenda) Yokoyama and her grandchildren, Dereck and Justin Hanada, Kyle Kawafuchi, Ricky and Marie Mizuno, and Zachary and Rachel Yokoyama.
Modeen will be missed by all who knew and loved her for her courageous spirit and wonderful sense of humor. She is survived by her loving grandson, Shane Grider of Australia, her 3 great granddaughters, and her devoted sister, Ruby Fortino of Gilroy, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Julia Mary garcia passed away at 104 years old. She was preceded in death by husband Porfirio and son Leo. She is survived by sons Edward, Norman and their families; beloved mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, great-great-grandmother and aunt. Visitation begins 9 am Monday at Habing Family Funeral Home, and the Funeral Mass at 11:30 am Monday at St. Mary Catholic Church.
Joe Ruiz passed away at Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital on Sunday, October 22nd, at the age of 72 years. Joe was a native of Hollister, attended local schools, and lived here all his life. Joe could be recognized pedaling his bicycle through out San Benito County and especially downtown Hollister, stopping at his favorite coffee shops to visit with his many friends. He enjoyed visiting with people and offering a helping hand to anyone who needed assistance. Illness forced him to stop bicycling a year ago. Joseph had been an employee of Yamanishi Farms, as well as the Hollister Cannery; and is a member of Sacred Heart Parish.
Hollister native and life long resident Isabel M. Lemos passed away Oct. 21st at Mabie Skilled Nursing Center Southside at the age of 74 years. Isabel attended Sacred Heart School and was a graduate of Hollister High School.
Hector Aguero, age 70, a long-time resident of Gilroy, passed away peacefully at his home, after a heroic battle with a lengthy illness. He was born in Del Rio, Texas, to Conrado and Narcissa Aguero, who preceded him in death. He was a friend to many and loved by all. He served his country in the Air Force as a Military Policeman, as well as serving in two wars. He was an Electrician by trade, a Master Story-Teller, was extremely humorous, witty, adventurous and a great athlete, who mastered everything he did, whether it be boxing, speedboating or motorcycle racing. He was a man who knew how to enjoy life. One of his favorite sayings was " I'm going to the Office " (Oakwood