Kenneth Teshima, of San Juan Bautista, beloved husband of Phyllis Teshima passed away in Salinas, CA on Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, at the age of 78 years.
 A native of Watsonville. Lifelong resident of San Benito County; graduate of San Juan Grammar School, Hollister High School and San Benito Junior College; a machinist and retired co-owner of Gilroy Machining. Â
 Enjoyed going to Reno and playing cards. Besides his spouse of 57 years, Kenneth is survived by his children Michael Teshima (Maryann), Patti Slater (Ken), Teri and Gary Teshima; grandchildren Steven, Matthew, Jennifer, Emily, Thomas, Jessica, Daniele, Thomas, and Heather;(predeceased by grandson Brandon); great-grandchildren Andrew and Jasmine; siblings Hubert Teshima (Jackie), Harris Teshima (Mary), Amy Boch (Tony), Naomi Benitez (Late Fred) and the late Marcie Suezaki (Late Richard); and many nieces and nephews.
 Friends are invited to the Memorial Service, Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012, beginning at 2:00 P.M. at the Grunnagle Ament Nelson Funeral Home 870 San Benito St., Hollister. A reception will follow service.
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