Ruby J. Fortino September 6, 1934 – February 15, 2012
Passed away February 15, 2012 at age 77 after a courageous battle with cancer, peacefully in her home among her caring family. She is survived by her husband Frank, son Steve, daughters Irene (Pete), Connie and Diana (Todd). Preceded in death by her son Richard.
James Roger Ready September 24, 1951 – December 23, 2011
James Roger Ready of Gilroy passed away on December 23, 2011. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska, on September 24, 1951, but lived most of his early years in the Canton, OH area.
Juan (Johnny) Miramon April 4, 1989 – February 12, 2012
On April 4, 1989, an Angel was born into this world. His heart and soul were pure and untainted. A loyal companion to all he befriended, accepting and giving was he that the Lord decided to take his Angel back home. Johnny was a beautiful soul; with a big heart, everyone around him felt his love. His love for his family exceeds all boundaries and not even death can take that love away. He touched all who came in contact with him, we were blessed to have known him and thank the lord for the time we were allowed with his Angel. He will forever be embedded in our hearts.
Arnold Jackson Rowland March 26, 1920 – February 12, 2012
Known to his friends as Jack, he was born in Deer Range, AL. He was stationed at Moffett Field before being shipped out to North Africa during WWII. While in California, he met Wilma, his wife for 65 years. He worked at FMC Corporation for 30 years, where he was known for his precision.
Kenneth Overstreet October 22, 1961 – February 5, 2012
aka Whitey Edger. Loving father to Trinity and Charity, grandfather to Kane, Jade and Bella. Service: February 18, 2012, 1:00 P.M., Gavilan College Chapel, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd., Gilroy, CA
Eleanor (Martinez) Hungate December 3, 1941 – February 10, 2012
Eleanor passed away Feb. 10, 2012. She was graduate of San Benito High School 1961. She was born in Tepic, Mexico and is survived by son Jason Prater of Reno, NV, daughter Brandy Munoz of Mesquite, NV and four grandchilren. She is also survived by sister Yolanda Escajeda of Rocklin, CA and brothers Joe and Sam Ramirez of Hollister.
Abel DeLeon April 1, 1932 – February 10, 2012
DeLeon passed away after a lengthy illness surrounded by his loved ones at O'Connor Hospital in San Jose. Mr. DeLeon was born in Mixtlan, Jalisco, Mexico to parents Leopoldo and Simona DeLeon.
Jose Luis Alfaro, Jr. September 22, 1973 – February 9, 2012
Jose Luis Alfaro (Little Jose) passed away on Feb. 9, 2012, Thursday at 4:00 P.M. surrounded by family and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Trinidad and Theresa Valdez and Wencelao and Adelina Alfaro. He was the first born grandchild for both families.
Fred L. Rodriguez March 9, 1942 – February 6, 2012
Fred L. Rodriguez, 69 years old, of Morgan Hill, CA, passed away on Monday, February 6th, 2012, due to cardiac arrest. Fred was born on March 9th, 1942 in Cupertino, CA. Fred is srvived by his wife of 51 years Phyllis Rodriguez and sons Anthony Rodriguez, Edward Rodriguez, Fred Rodriguez, Jr. and daughter Phyllis Quirino, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
John Isamu Nakamura May 5, 1958 – February 5, 2012
John Isamu Nakamura passed away after a short illness on February 5, 2012. He is survived by his son Luke Connell, siblings Doug (Nobu) Nakamura, Richard Nakamura, Utako Takemura, Mary Nakamura, and Susan Harris. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.
