James P. Gilsenan March 12, 1934 – November 30, 2012
Graveside services will be held Saturday, December 8, 2012, at 1:00 P.M., at the San Juan Bautista cemetery. A celebration honoring Scotty’s life will follow at the San Juan Bautista VFW Hall. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Mr. O’s Save the Hollister Music program at 360 6th St., Hollister, CA 95023 or in care of the funeral home. Condolences at www.grunnagle.com.
ROUNDUP: Freshman scores 17 as Live Oak girls beat Monterey
Freshman guard Fayth Lyon scored 17 points to lead Live Oak’s girls basketball team to a 52-22 home win over Monterey on Tuesday night.
Cougars LB Moen leads local football honorees
Stopping the run is a high priority for any defense in the Monterey Bay League Gabilan Division, which is why Christopher football coach Timothy Pierleoni is glad to have Jake Moen on his side.
Christopher athletes haul in water polo, cross country honors
Christopher’s girls water polo team was rewarded for its 10-5 finish in the Monterey Bay League Pacific Division with five all-league selections.
Man kidnapped, forced to work on home repairs
A 50-year-old San Jose handyman was held against his will by two suspects and forced to perform repairs at a home in unincorporated Morgan Hill before escaping, authorities said.
Coldwell Banker kicks off Toys for Tots
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage announced the kickoff of its annual Toys for Tots program in partnership with the United States Marine Corps Reserve and its annual Operation: One Warm Coat clothing drive. Both campaigns run until Dec. 14. Individuals interested in donating a new, unwrapped toy to the Toys for Tots program may do so at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage offices in Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Gatos, Morgan Hill, San Jose and Saratoga. Individuals interested in donating to Operation: One Warm Coat may do so at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage offices in Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Gatos and San Jose. Details: (925) 275-3085.
Patti’s Perfect Pantry celebrates grand opening
On Sept. 15, the Gilroy Chamber traveled to Patti’s Perfect Pantry location inside the People and Planet store, 15750 Vineyard Blvd., #170, Morgan Hill. Chef Patti Tartaglia strives to provide customers with the highest quality, gluten-free baked goods that also taste great. She can be reached at (408) 838-2810.
Eva Marie Trinchero August 18, 1917 – November 22, 2012
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a gift of goodwill toward someone in need. Father Dan of Saint Mary's Catholic Church in Gilroy has provided blessings for Eva and several masses in her honor. Online condolences at HabingFamilyFuneralHome.com.
Stroke risk screenings hosted by VFW
On Dec. 19, Veterans of Foreign Wars will host stroke risk screenings in Gilroy.Â
Saint Louise switches to electronic medical records
Saint Louise Regional Hospital has moved into using an electronic medical record system so its patients can have quick and secure access to their medical data.Â