Archived Obituaries

Passed away in Hollister. Parents: Alberto and Adela Cardenas.

Elenora S. Hooton, 87 years old, passed away in peace with the Lord at the Mabie Northside Skilled Nursing Facility. She was born and raised in Hollister by Garnett "Red" and Pearl Schumaker and married to Dean Hooton and became the beloved mother two, Tom Hooton of Huntington, OR and Holly Leroux of Hollister, son and daughter- in- law, Jerry Leroux and Billie Hooton. She is also survived by her 10 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. A loyal member of the Hollister United Methodist Church, several quilters' guilds, The Red Hat Society and The San Benito County Historical Society. She worked at the Hollister National Bank, Andersen's Motel in Buelton and King Frederick Motel in Solvang. She lived her life to the fullest with the friendships she made along the journey of her life.

Amelia A. Jaime entered peacefully into eternal rest on Feb. 15th, 2010 surrounded by her loving family.

Tom Surber, age 54, lost his battle with cancer on February 4th, 2010, at his home in Ceres.Tom will join his parents Bill and Annadine Surber, younger brothers Billy and Bucky in God's final resting place.

Services: 2/19/2010 3:00 P.M. Black Cooper Sander Funeral Home.

Mr. Archbell often said that he loved his family more than he could ever express in words. He was proud to have been married to his "rock", Minnie Lee, for over 70 years.

Richard Earl Combie passed away Sunday at the age of 82 in Gilroy. Survived by his daughter Sylvia Combie of Hollister, sons,Mark, Fred and Stuart Combie , several grandchildren and great grandchildren and his long time partner, Tillie Wascher.

John Arballo passed away in Salinas at the age of 78. He was born in Holtville, CA and lived in Hollister all of his life coming here at an early age. He worked in construction, was a member of Sacred Heart Church, a craftsman and artist with his works on display at the San Benito County Library and in San Diego. He was a well respected mechanic, played the guitar and liked to read. He married his wife, Cruz, in 1955 in Tres Pinos.

Peter was born in Pomona, California. He passed away unexpectedly at the age of 73 at Bass Lake, California while on vacation with his family. Peter attended grammar and high school in Morgan Hill. He married his high school sweetheart, Virgie Dillon in 1957. They were married for fifty-two years. Peter and Virgie with their three small children moved to Hollister in 1967.

Jonathan Van Maxey, age 50 years, entered into rest suddenly from an apparent heart malfunction. His death occurred at an AA meeting in Morgan Hill, where he had recently received tribute for his successful 20 year anniversary with the organization.