Thomas J. Ghirlanda was born in Gilroy, CA, to Angelo and Margaret Ghirlanda, who has preceded him in death. He is survived by a sister, Jeane Ghirlanda Kludt, husband Max, niece Stacy Zeller, and nephew Greg Zeller.
He was a 1958 graduate from Gilroy High School, he served in the United States Army Reserve and was a member of The Chesapeake Duck Club.
Tom will be missed by his family, good friends, and hunting partner of more than 30 years, John Garcia, of Gilroy, CA, also, his other hunting partner, Vince Bianchini. Also, Denis and Marge Daly of Watsonville and Darlene Lawrence of Gilroy.
He will always be remembered by all the friends he leaves behind.
Services will be announced at a later date.
