William J. Caprista, age 84 years, entered into rest of his home in Morgan Hill, CA, January 25, 2008. Bill is survived by the mother of his children, Teresa Caprista. He was the beloved father of Frank Caprista, Bill Caprista (Kerry) and Tena Knea (Tim), devoted grandfather of Kyle, Cory, Tessa, Cassidy and Keenan, and brother of Ann Bailey. Bill is preceded in death by his brother, Frank Caprista.
A long time San Jose resident, presently residing in Morgan Hill, Bill was an avid hunter, fisherman, member of Ducks Unlimited and the Gilroy Elks Lodge #101. Bill was a contractor and co-owner of Caprista Undergound Construction for 30 years, one of the founders of South Valley Bank, an inspector for the City of San Jose for 10 years and a World War II Veteran.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 31, 2008 at Lima Family Erickson Funeral Home, 710 Willow St., San Jose, CA.
Private inurnment.
