Janet Therese (Peters) Roberts
Devout Catholic of Lebanese origin and long time resident of Hollister, CA, born in Michigan and survived by brother James Peters, predeceased by Sheffia Thomas, Nabeeha Edwards , Michael Peters, Nappe Peters, Ralph Peters, Kathryn Studnicka, Louis Peters and Louise Peters, and survived by numerous nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
Rachel Marie Estrada
Rachel Marie Estrada passed away in Gilroy, California at the age of 78. She was a long time housewife and graduate of Live Oak High School class of 1948. Rachel, a long time resident of Morgan Hill, California, raised her family there. She is survived by her three children, Henry (Kathie) Martinez of Bend, Oregon, John Estrada (Sylvia) Estrada of San Jose and Olga Jean Sanchez of Morgan Hill. Rachel is also survived by nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She will always be remembered for her unending devotion to her children and her fighting spirit. She will be missed. May she rest in peace. She was a volunteer at St Catherine's food pantry for approximately 13 years and worker at the voter polls for many years.
Mary Etta Dossetti June 29, 1929 – December 25, 2011.
Mary Dossetti, loving wife and mother passed away peacefully on Christmas morning at her home in Morgan Hill.She is survived by her husband John Dossetti, daughters Kathleen Dossetti and Lisa Oliver (Ken), grandchildren Adam Guzman (Dianna) and Kendra Oliver, great-grandson Logan Guzman and numerous nieces and nephews.She is pre-deceased by her parents Samuel and Kathleen Holmes, sister Ann, brothers Samuel and Robert, and daughter Joanne.
Shelley Blundo Loza January 12, 1955 – August 23, 2012
Shelley passed away Thursday, August 23, 2012, after a short illness. Daughter of Joe and Connie Blundo of Gilroy. Mother of Joseph Murillo of Gilroy and Patricia Dutra of Fremont. Sister of Sheila Blundo, Tracy Blundo (Michelle), Gina Blundo and Randy Blundo (Tammi) all of Gilroy. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Ismael (Smiley) Villalpando Jimenez May 14, 1994 – June 13, 2012
Mass Friday, June 22, 2012, at 10:00 A.M., at St. Benedict’s Church. Full obituary and condolences www.blackcoopersander.com.
Esther Crawford Wentworth
Esther Crawford Wentworth, age 94, passed away on August 9, 2007. She was born in San Francisco in 1913 and moved to Gilroy as a young child.
Mary Ardell Britt
Mary Ardell Britt passed away in Gilroy, Ca. on December 1, 2016. She was born in Akron, Ohio on March 30, 1931. Mary married the late Richard Dick Britt in January 1951. Together, they had four children before moving to Hollister in June 1962. Dick and Mary added two more to the clan and quickly and happily became part of the Hollister community. In her younger years, she was involved in the Hollister Womens Bowling League, Sacred Heart Mothers Club, and YLI. Later, Bingo, playing cards, watching the television show Joyce Meyer and reading the Bible were her favorite hobbies. She led our family by example. She SHOWED us how to be a good child, sibling, spouse, parent, grandparent, great grandparent, aunt and friend. She was simply a good person. Nothing was more important than family truly! She dedicated her life to her children, her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a stay-at-home mom and because of that, we were all better off. She tried to never miss a school or sporting event, party or family fun. She was never too busy for friends or family. At one time, she had three grandchildren playing little league at the same time on three different fields. She rotated from fence to fence in order to see it all. Showing up at a football game in her wheelchair became a weekly event. No one was left out and her selflessness was beyond compare. Thinking of her funny sense of humor plus the fact that she could tell a great story continues to put a chuckle in our hearts. Knowing that she is home with her Lord, Jesus Christ, gives us all peace. Special thanks to Ruth Bermudes Stephens for the selfless dedication, love and the companionship she gave to our mom. Mary is predeceased by her husband Dick Britt; daughters Barbara Diaz and Rhonda Anderson (Hollister), sister Beverly Ackerman (Ohio), brothers Harold Rogers (Ohio), Donald Rogers (Georgia) and her parents Harry and Thelma Rogers (Ohio). Mary is survived by her children Lee Anne Britt, Roger (Julie) Britt, Jane (Ed) Schmidt, Matt Britt and two brothers Harry Zeke Rogers (Hollister) and Leo Rogers(Georgia). Marys grandchildren include: Briant Anderson, Candace Crain, Michael Britt, Matthew Arballo, Mark Harbaugh, Daniel Britt, Tyler Britt, Bradley Britt, Amber Botelho, Damien Diaz, Joshua Diaz, David Diaz and Eddie Schmidt plus 11 special great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Maria de Lourdes Perez Gonzales
Maria de Lourdes Perez Gonzales passed away at 48 years of age on July 28, 2011.
Donald Elbert Lantz
Donald Elbert Lantz was born in Campbell, California on June 4, 1923 and passed away peacefully on February 9, 2008. Donald was a UC Davis Alumnus, an agricultural pioneer, and an avid hunter, fisherman and world traveler. He was a docent at the UCSC Long Marine Laboratory for 24 years and a Red Cross Disaster Relief volunteer for 48 years. Donald is survived by his wife of 63 years, Shirley F. Lantz; his two children, Pam Chiala (Chris Schroeder) and Tim Lantz; three grandchildren, Vito Chiala (Lucy), Gina Chiala and Alisha Mazzucco (Rico); and great-granddaughter Siena Chiala. The family extends its wholehearted thanks to the caring staff at Our Lady of Fatima Villa in Saratoga, California. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Alzheimer's Association. A private memorial will be held Saturday, February 16, 2008 at 1:00 at the home of Tim Lantz.
Howard Leland Wright, Sr.
Howard "Howie" Wright, Sr. suddenly passed into Heaven at the Veterans Administration Hospital, Palo Alto, CA, at age 79. "Howie," a native San Jose'ian served in WWII, finding housing for the concentration camp survivors working under a full bird in the Army. While in reserve status, he was called to serve in the Korean war as a private first class. Howie's grandfather; Richard French, born in Southerland, England, but raised in the USA, was the first elected Mayor (Council Head) in San Jose, CA, for a six year term (1932-1938). His father, George R. Wright, a San Jose native, was the chief cabinet maker for the San Jose City Public Works Dept. from 1932-1954. George was also the Santa Clara City Marshal from 1919-1920. Howie's father and mother, Laura T. Wright (French), were members of the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West. Howie's parents were 20 years apart in age.
