David Mendez Sr.
Passed away at his home in Los Banos on Thursday, March 27, 2008 after a short illness. Husband of Lucy Mendez of Los Banos and son of the late Paul Mendez Sr. and Sofia Corral. Father of David Mendez Jr., Michael Mendez and Paul Mendez all of Los Banos. Brother of Betty Mendez Cortez (Leo) of Los Banos and the late Paul Mendez Jr. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was a native of Gilroy. and he graduated from Gilroy High School in 1972 and was a Navy Veteran from 1974 – 1978. He attended Gavilan College for 2 years. David enjoyed playing sports and he was very active in youth sports. He will always will remembered for his awesome smile. To see David smiling and dancing, go to youtube.com and enter David Mendez Gilroy.
News briefs: Gilroy Gardens opens in less than two weeks
Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park officially opens March 21, with
Angelina (Angie) Silveira
Angie Silveira passed away at St. Louise Regional Hospital July 1st at the age of 86 years. A native of San Jose, CA, Angie graduated from James Lick High School, attended Nursing School, and moved to San Juan Bautista in 1959 with her late husband Manuel Silveira. Angie worked as a nurse for over 30 years. Angie will be remembered riding with her late husband Manuel as a "matched pair" in various parades up and down the state of California; locally in Santa Clara, San Benito, & Merced Counties; at Los Banos, King City, and Chowchilla. They were very active in the Future Farmers Of America, also with the World's Fastest Draw Association---participating in Shoots and Shows at the San Benito County Fair and all through the state of California. They were both members of the N.R.A. and San Jose Horseman's Assn. In addition to being a homemaker, she and her husband raised crops and livestock on the family ranch in San Juan Bautista. Surviving Angie are her children and their spouses Pete Silveira, wife Diane of Hollister, Manuel Silveira, wife Lynn of Washington, Jim Silveira, wife Pat of San Jose, Henry Silveira of Morgan Hill, Betty Weldon, husband Abe of Elk Grove, Delfina Sheets, husband Randy of San Juan Bautista; 32 grand children, 40 great-grand children, and 4 great-great -grand children, several nieces, nephews and relatives living in the San Jose area.
Salvatore (Sal) J. Masoni
Salvatore "Sal" Masoni, local farmer and life-long Gilroy resident entered into eternal rest on August 19, 2011, after a lengthy illness.
Mildred Hildegard Barth Stout May 22, 1938 – June 6, 2013
A funeral to honor her life will be held at the LDS chapel in Gilroy, Tuesday, June 18th, 2013, at 10:00 A.M. A viewing will be in the Relief Society room at 9:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the LDS missionary program. Online condolences at www.habingfamilyfuneralhome.com
UPDATE: County supervisor resigns, citing criminal charges
Santa Clara County Supervisor George Shirakawa announced he will resign from office, citing his intention to plead guilty to charges filed by authorities Friday related to Shirakawa’s failure to file campaign finance reports and “inappropriate use of (his) county credit card,” according to a resignation letter he submitted Friday morning.
Two local runners participated in Boston Marathon
Two South County residents participated in the Boston Marathon today, where two massive explosions detonated at the finish line, instantly turning a beloved international athletic event to a chaotic scene of gruesome deaths and injuries.
Prep Roundup: Sept. 13
GIRLS GOLF Christopher opens season with a win The Christopher girls golf team won its first match of the season 240-255 over Monte Vista Thursday at Gavilan Golf Course (par 31). Natalie Gutierrez led the Cougars with a 38 while teammate Nina Velez shot a 42. The medalist of the match was Jessica Fore from Monte Vista who scored a 29.Christopher will play at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at San Benito. Gilroy's Harrison has good outing as lone Mustang golfer The Gilroy girls golf team kicked off its season Thursday, but only one golfer represented the squad. LaTherian Harrison was the face of Gilroy High, taking on four Notre Dame of Salinas opponents. She shot a 58 on the day to finish in third out the five golfers. Harrison had two bogeys in the match on Hole 5 and 9. Gilroy will play at 3 p.m. Tuesday against Everett Alvarez at Salinas Country Club. GIRLS WATER POLO Mustangs fall to Monterey Senior Katie Clark had three goals in Gilroy's game against Monterey, but it just wasn't enough. The Mustangs (1-2) lost 15-7 Thursday on the road. Clark led the team in goals, followed by senior Jaci Boyd who had two andAbby Kienle and Kailee Chang who each had one a piece. Gilroy will be back in action at 5 p.m. Monday when it hosts Harbor. VOLLEYBALL CHS falls to Aptos The Christopher girls volleyball team fell 3-0 to Aptos at home Thursday. The Cougars lost 13-25, 16-25, 8-25. Olivia Tabron and Katelyn Viray both had five kills in the game for CHS. Cheyanne Dela Merced had 14 assists and six digs. Marielle Gomez led the Cougars with 14 digs, while Christa Arroyo had 11. Christopher will be back on the court at 6:30 p.m. Monday at Mount Madonna School. FIELD HOCKEY GHS tops North Salinas The Gilroy field hockey team picked up it's first win of the season Thursday. The Mustangs topped North Salinas 4-2 on the road to improve its record to 2-0-1 on the season. Gilroy will play at Del Mar at 3:30 p.m. Monday.
