San Jose, CA Obituaries

Adolph CelioJune 27, 1960 - May 26, 2014Resident of San JoseVisitation Monday June 2nd at Chapel of Flowers, 3PM to 9PM, Vigil at 6PM. Mass Tuesday June 3rd 10:30AM Holy Cross Church. Burial to Follow at Santa Clara Mission

Robert Otto Steineke JrAug 24, 1946 - May 9, 2014Resident of San JoseBob is survived by his loving wife Linda; his sisters Sharron and George, Wynnae and his nieces and nephews. Services will be held at chapel of Flowers Saturday May 31 at 11am

Esteban MorenoSept. 1, 1930 - May 21, 2014Resident of San JoseVisitation Thursday May 29th, 3PM; Vigil, 7PM at Chapel of Flowers. Mass Friday May 30th, 10:30am Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Burial at Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

Moises S. Borlaza10/30/1937-5/10/2014Resident of San JoseViewing will take place on 5/23/14 from 3-9pm at St. Joseph's Monastery. 12455 Clayton Rd. San Jose, CA. Vigil will be at 7:00pm. Mass will be held on 5/24/14 at 10:00am at the above chapel. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park.

Luis C. Martinez2/21/1932-5/3/2014Resident of San JoseA native of Del Rio Texas. Beloved husband of the late Frances N. Martinez. Loving father of Stanely Halfacre (Lori), Luis III, Jose (Elizabeth), Rene, Michael (Maria) and the late Cathy Stallings. Adoring grandfather of 10 and great grandfather of 11. Cherished brother of Genaro Moran, the late Gilbert and Eddie Martinez and Elia Barragan.Luis...

Arthur N. Burrell May 1,1942-April 29, 2014 Resident of San JoseArt passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Born in Sells, Arizona and a longtime resident of San Jose, Art loved music, camping, soccer, coaching and family barbecues. Survived by his wife of 48 years, Rory, his four children and five grandchildren. Rosary on Monday, May 5, 7...

Milton Cleo BrockNov 25, 1917 - Apr 19, 2014San Jose CaliforniaMilton C. Brock served in the US Navy in WWII. He was a heavy weight boxing contender in the 30's & 40's, an ordained minister, and Master Mason. Milton is survived by his sister Berthina Brock-Nelson; his daughters Claudia, Beverly & Sharon Brock and a host of nieces, nephews and...

Oscar Manuel JimenezAug. 4, 1929 - Apr. 4, 2014Resident of Santa ClaraBeloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, father in-law, brother, Oscar Manuel Jimenez, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 4, 2014 with his daughters and granddaughter Rosalinda Yco at his side. Oscar touched many lives with his sense of humor like none other, his contagious smile and sweet, sweet spirit. Oscar was...

Amelia M. KelleyApril 8, 1932-March 23, 2014Resident of Los GatosOur beloved mother, Amy Kelley, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2014 after a long struggle with progressive supranuclear palsy.Amy was born in Pocatello, Idaho to Isaac McDougall, an Idaho District Judge, and Grace Zudreele McDougall, a professor of Art and Design at Idaho State University. She graduated from Pocatello High School...

Janet SamoDecember 2, 1936 - March 7, 2014Resident of San JoseWillow Glen resident, Janet F. Samo, teacher, high school counselor, and therapist, passed on March 7, 2014 at age 77. Janet was born in Fairfield, CA to Louie Samo and Olivia Semas, graduated from Armijo High School and San Jose State; received her Masters in Psychology and MFC license from...

Patricia J. Evans1965 - 2014Resident of San JosePatricia J. Evans affectionately known as "Auntie Patty" passed away at the age of 48 on March 4, 2014. Her smile and laughter will be missed by all. Wonderful daughter of Cruz Townsend and Melville Townsend (who preceded her in death), loving sister, auntie and friend. Heaven has inherited an Angel. A celebration...

Valentin (Val) Castillon4/2/26-2/21/14Resident of San JoseVal is survived by wife Terry and their children Guy (Denise), Rick (Shirley) and Blanche. As well as grandchildren Luis and Anthony.Rosary will be held on 3/3/14 at 7:00pm at Chapel of Flowers. Funeral Mass will be at 2:00pm on 3/4/14 at St. Clare's Chapel at Santa Clara Mission cemetery. 490 Lincoln St. Santa Clara,...

Lauro GarzaDec. 6, 1923 - Feb. 19, 2014Resident of San JoseBorn in Del Rio, TX. Son of Francisco & Carolina Garza. Lauro is survived by his sisters, Belia, Viola and Berta, many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. he enlisted in the navy during WWII. His ship was hit by 4 kamikaze planes. Lauro had many interesting occupations...

McCarthy, James Nov 10, 1935 - Feb 18, 2014 Resident of Campbell, CA. Jim died at home in Campbell on February 18, 2014, after an 8 month battle with lung cancer. Born on November 10, 1935 in York, NE, Jim was the fifth of 6 children. James served in the Marine Corp. He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Johnny Joseph Solano SrJuly 9, 1966 - Feb 14, 2014CupertinoJohnny Joseph Solano Sr. Passed away on February 14th, 2014 in San Jose Ca. Johnny will always be remembered for his big smile, funny personality & for his love of Cooking & fishing. Johnny is survived by his wife Leticia Solano, daughter Nicole Solano, son Michael Flores, Mother Sally Solano, Father...

Christopher Nathan KuehnJan. 21, 1968 – Feb. 16, 2014Resident of NewarkChristopher passed at home surrounded by family and friends after a very difficult battle with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Christopher is survived by his loving wife, Raquel Tamse Kuehn and children, Matthew (7) and Malia (4). He will be missed by his parents, Darlene and Gary Kuehn, Sr. and his 5...

Molly D. LopezNov. 14, 1941 - Feb. 2, 2014Resident of San JoseReunited with her husband Jess H. Lopez, son Jesse Lopez Jr. Survived by daughter Nelly Lopez son Jesse Lopez Jr., 4 granddaughters, 1 grandson, 7 great grandchildren, her brothers and sisters and countless nieces and nephews. Grandma Molly was one of a kind with the purest heart and everywhere...

Albert George Ambelang9/26/1952-1/22/2014Resident of CampbellAlbert George Ambelang, 61, of Campbell, CA, passed away on January 22, 2014 peacefully in his childhood home in Campbell, CA. Albert was born in Plymouth, Wisconsin on September 26, 1952 to his loving parents Lyle and Rosemary Ambelang. Albert worked as an Insurance Adjuster for many years. He liked sports, especially the 49ers, classic rock,...

Teresa B. Garza2/19/1952-1/285/2014Resident of San JoseViewing 2/5/14 from 3-9pm. Vigil at 7:00pm at Chapel of Flowers. Mass 2/6/14 at Five Wounds Church at 10:30am. Burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery.

Jennie M. ValdezJune 24, 1924 - Jan. 26, 2014Resident of TurlockJemmie M. Valdez passed away at age 89. She is survived by her loving Husband of 54 years, John A. Valdez. She was a loving mother to Maria Rojo, Danny, Frank, George and Jay Valdez, along with 14 Grandkids and 5 Great Grandkids. She truly will be missed by manyViewing...