Archived Obituaries

On October 18th, 2011, Annie went home, peacefully, to be with her Heavenly Father, at the age of 8. She is survived

Alfonso Martinez passed away on October 21, 201,1 with his wife of over 54 years by his side along with his children.

Michael D. Narvaez, 71, of Salinas passed away unexpectedly of a brief illness, Thursday, October 20th, 2011.

Paul Ghirardelli passed away on the evening of October 17, 2011, at his home in Morgan Hill.

Lola M. Dillehay died peacefully on October 14, 2011, at Pioneer Place Nursing Home, Vale, OR. She was 95.

Hazel Marie Aruda, 93, passed away on October 15, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Aruda (1993), Hazel is survived by her devoted daughter Loretta Birmingham, her son-in-law Bert Birmingham, grandchildren, Kelly Whalen, Jeff Whalen, Tracey Freitas, Tiffany Scatena, grandson-in-law Ted Sousa, great-grandchildren, Dustin Sousa, Connor Scatena, Drew Scatena.

Julian Flores passed away suddenly on October 16th, 2011, at the age of 69 years. Julian was a native of Madera, CA and a Hollister resident for the last 64 years.

Benjamin Galindo Ortiz passed away peacefully on Oct. 15, 2011, at the age of 90, with his wife, of over 50 years by his side.

Dennis Paul Henzi - May 24-1946-Oct 4-2011 A native of Gilroy, passed away on Oct 4, 2011, in Chester, CA.

Coach Big John Garcia passed away Oct. 14, 2011, surrounded by his family at the age of 64. Beloved husband of Clara Garcia for 36 years. Loving father of Heidi (Rudy) Trujillo and Greg Garcia. Cherished Grampa of Brittney, Morgan, Johnny Trujillo and Avery Garcia. Dearest brother of Phil (Rosemarie) Garcia, Richard Garcia, Tony Garcia, Joe (Frances) Garcia and Connie (Manuel) Limones, Son-In-Law of Angela Gulli, Brother In-Law of Arlene (Doug) Jeske and George (Vonnie) Gulli. Dear Uncle of many nieces and nephews.