Mamie Sgheiza passed away peacefully at her home which she occupied for 62 years. Born in 1912 to Alfred and Zaria Maraccini she attended local schools and worked for Filice and Perelli Cannery. Later she worked for Star Millinery, Letha’s Dress Shop, and Clark’s Jewelers. She is preceded in death by her husband, Al Sgheiza, sister Lena Defreese, sister-in-laws Helen Bonino and Annie Sgheiza. She is survived by her daughter, Anita Sciutto, Husband George, grandchildren, Elizabeth Robinson (Rich), Jennifer Freese (Alan) and Darrell Sciutto. Great grandchildren Dustin Robinson, Nicholas Robinson, Amanda Morrell and Shelby and Jack Freese. Nieces and nephews Elaine Bonino, Louie Bonino and Donald Bonino.
Visitation will be Monday, Sept. 12, 2011, from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at Habing Family Funeral Home, 129 4th St., Gilroy, CA. Funeral service will be on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2011, 10:00 A.M. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 11 First St., Gilroy, CA followed by entombment at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Donations to Gilroy Foundation or to your charity of choice would be preferred. Condolences can be made to www.HabingFamilyFuneralHome.com
