William Lee Whitehouse II May 2, 1958 – November 14, 2012
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 A.M., on Wednesday, November 21, 2012, at Habing Family Funeral Home. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 20th from 5:00 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. In lieu of flowers, a fund has been setup in Bill's name at the Junior Giants Community Fund. You can donate online at: online at: jrgiants.org.
Herbert McCoy Edde
Herb Edde was born in Santa Paula, CA to Grace and Harry Edde. Herb and his wife, Edith, have lived in Gilroy since 1957. He graduated from Santa Paula High School and entered the Army during WWII. He was shipped out to the European Theater in the 69th Infantry. He partricipated in the clean up after the Battle of the Bulge.
Pedro Palacios Camacho Baez
Pedro Palacios Camacho Baez, known as "Peter" to his friends and family, passed away suddenly and without warning on Monday, September 3, 2007. Peter was born on November 25, 1963 in Paris, France. For the first seven years of his life, Peter was raised in an orphanage in Cadiz, Spain. He was adopted by Samuel and Marianne Baez and raised on the east coast. He joined the United States Air Force and ultimately went to live in San Francisco, Gilroy, Campbell and San Jose, California, so that he could further his career in the banking industry, and be around people he loved and admired. He was particularly close to his cousin, folk singer and social activist, Joan Baez, of Woodside, California. Peter set high goals for himself, and attended San Jose City College where he was an exceptional student. He generously volunteered his time to work with non-profit organizations including ARIS, and other programs serving people with HIV/AIDS. He started one of the first Medical Marijuana Programs in the Country, the Santa Clara County Medical Cannabis Center, and was always willing to lend a hand to help those less fortunate than he. He received many awards for his community service. Peter is survived by his parents, his brothers; Robert, John and Michael, his family and his partners in life; Jesse Garcia and Roy Maharshi. Peter was a shining light in a grey world, and will be greatly missed by his many friends and family. A private memorial service will be held in Peter's honor on September 22, 2007. May the energy that Peter brought into our lives be a constant source in yours. We love you Peter. Rest in Peace.
Paul John Petersen November 12, 1923 – January 31, 2014
On February 10, 2014 at 9:00 A.M., Paul will join his wife for the last time at the Santa Nella Veterans Cemetery .
Amelia Franco
Amelia Franco. former resident of San Juan Bautista, passed away Monday. She was the wife of the late John D. Franco.
Mary Louise Miller
Mary Louise Miller, age 76, born in Portland, OR on Aug. 16, 1933 and past away peacefully at home on Sept. 8, 2009 in Gilroy, CA. She was the beloved wife of the late Russel Miller. Loving mother of Linda Hyer. Cherished grandmother of Dustin, Melissa and Andrew Hyer. Dear sister of Harold Lieb and aunt to many nieces and nephews.