San Jose, CA Obituaries

Lucyll RamponeNov. 2, 1923- Feb. 25, 2017San JoseLucyll Josephine Rampone passed away peacefully at the age of 93. She is survived by her daughter Georgette, son Leroy & wife Dorene, and grandchildren Anthony, Celia & husband Jacob. She enjoyed telling stories about Alpine Park, which her husband Leroy co-owned. She loved flowers & gardening, cooking Italian food, playing bingo, and...

Ernestina Melendez AvelarNov 10, 1928-Feb 27, 2017Survived by her husband Rosalio Avelar, her 2 daughters Martha Betances, Yolanda Hightower, her son-in-law Mario Betances, 5 grandchildren Tina Cantarinha, Mario Betances, Andrea Hightower, Fernando Betances, Eric Hightower and 9 great-grandchildren. Viewing on Sunday 3/5/17 from 3-9:00 with rosary at 5:30 at Chapel of Flowers San Jose. Interment on Monday 3/6/17 at 10:30...

Guadalupe T. MartinezDec. 12, 1933 - Feb. 26, 2017 Resident of San JoseBorn in Guadalupe, AZ to Jesus and Guadalupe Castillo. Preceded in death by daughters Linda, Anita, son Johnny and several grandchildren. Survived by daughters Elva, Olga, Mary, Susie, Corina, Christina, sons Danny and Eddie, (47) grandchildren (89) great-grandchildren (39) great-great-grandchildren.She loved spending time with family, and cooking especially...

Stephen Earl CarrollOct. 15, 1958 - Feb. 2, 2017FresnoStephen was raised in Monte Sereno and graduated from Los Gatos High School in 1977. He attended Santa Clara University where he graduated magna cum laude with a degree in History. He then continued his education at UCLA School of Law receiving his Juris Doctor in 1984. He immediately joined the law...

William DuncanOct. 2, 1928 - Feb. 1,2017Los GatosGene passed from this life into eternity surrounded by his family. He was born in Pontotoc County, Mississippi. He began working at age 13 as a newspaper boy and worked his way up the ladder and across the United States to California where he became the owner of Century 21 Bonus Realty. He...

Thomas Robert DavissonNov. 15, 1953 - Feb. 6, 2017San JoseTom died suddenly & unexpectedly at 63 years old. Tom was a Leland H.S. graduate of 1971. He spent much of his time in Santa Cruz where he enjoyed the fresh air & sunsets. Tom enjoyed playing frisbee golf & weightlifting in his spare time. Tom was a loving son and...

Ramon CastilloOct. 23, 1963 - Feb. 6, 2017San JoseRamon grew up in San Jose and was a graduate of Del Mar High School. Ray is survived by his sons, Anthony and Austin; his parents, Antonio and Velia; brothers, Tony (Kathy), David (Kelli); Sister, Carmen (Joel Gonzalez); and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Marylou....

Tony Caballero Cabrera (Papa)Sept. 13, 1941-Jan. 21, 2017Resident of San JoseYou will forever be missed.Viewing; 1/30/17 from 3-9pm with a rosary at 7:00pm at Chapel of Flowers. Mass; 1/31/17 at 10:30am at Most Holy Trinity. Burial to follow at Calvary. "Love you to the moon" View the online memorial for Tony Caballero Cabrera (Papa)

Anthony Salvador CurciNov. 15, 1939 - Jan. 13, 2017Resident of San JoseSurvived by his beloved wife Marlys Curci. Loving son of the late Rocci Curci & the late Sarah Rizzolo Curci, dear brother of Rosalie "Cookie" Curci, devoted father of John (Jennifer) Curci & Leighann Curci, dear step-father of Todd (Gina) Capurso, Tamara (Leon) Nix & Ron Capurso, beloved grandfather...

Olivia AzevedoApril 13, 1924 - Jan. 17, 2017Resident of San JoseOlivia, also know as Lena, passed peacefully at her home on January 17, 2017. She is survived by her sister Loretta, her sons David and Dale, her daughter-in-laws, 4 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Her husband Phil passed in 2002.She grew up on 10th street in San Jose and graduated...

John Charles DolenJun 14, 1956 - Jan. 7, 2017Resident of San JoseJohn was the youngest son of the late Bernice & Ray Dolen of Santa Clara. Beloved husband to Helen. Brother to Walt, Dennis, Gary, Jim, & Mary. Johnny had a successful career in the construction industry for three decades. He had a passion for the outdoors and loved gardening,...

David E. CuencaJune 4, 1929 - Dec. 26, 2016San JoseOur beloved Father David E. Cuenca passed suddenly Dec. 26th. He joins his wife Antonia whom he missed dearly. He is survived by son David Cuenca Jr. Daughters Diane Wilkins(Jim),Danette Green and Robert Green. 7 Grandchildren 11 Great Grandchildren 2 Great Great Grandchildren He also leaves behind 2 Brothers and 3...

Ramon O. RodriguezJan 28, 1923 - Dec 23, 2016San JoseCorporal Ramon O. Rodriguez, 93, died peacefully in his San Jose, CA home on December 23, 2016. A veteran of World War II, he served in the Army in England, France & Germany and was awarded the World War II Victory Medal, TWX WD 45 Good Conduct medal and the European,...

Mervyn MasonApr. 20, 1949-Dec. 15, 2016Resident of San JoseMervyn was born April 20, 1949 to Mervyn and Nancy Mason in San Jose, CA and raised in the Tri-Valley Cannery area near Backesto Park in North San Jose. Mervyn left to be with his parents December 15, 2016 after a long illness.Despite the adversities life dealt him, Mervyn was a special...

Linda Mae De La Rosa (Vasquez)July 4,1944-Dec 24,2016San JoséLinda De La Rosa, a lifelong resident of San Jose passed on December 24th at the age of 72. Linda was a beloved wife to Juan De La Rosa. Survived by her children Tim Sanchez, Onofre Ramirez Jr, Monica & Juan Jr De La Rosa and grandchildren Sabrina, Jonathan, Isabella and Vanessa...

John Frank Mendez Sr.Dec 3, 1933 – Dec 13, 2016San JoseJohn, age 83 passed with his children and grandchildren by his side.He joins his loving wife, Carmen, in heaven. They shared 50 years of marriage together.He is survived by four children (Deborah, Cynthia, Johnny Jr. & Carol), 13 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.Rosary will be held at 7pm on 12/21 at...

Olga AlanisApr 7, 1968 - Dec 11, 2016San JoseOlga Alanis, born April 7, 1968 in San Jose, CA to Theodore and Maura Alanis was taken into the loving arms of her Father in Heaven on December 11, 2016 after a sudden illness. Olga is survived by her loving Mother and three children, Vanessa Mendoza, Robert Charles Mendoza and Isaac Noah...

Lee Augusta CampbellOct. 2, 1939 - Nov. 26, 2016San JoseQuiet hour will be Friday, December 9, 2016 from 7:00pm-9:00pm at Chapel of Flowers. Services will be held Saturday, December 10, 2016 at 11:00am at True Vine Baptist Church. View the online memorial for Lee Augusta Campbell

Sophie Antes BirkSep. 9, 1908- Nov. 11, 2016Resident of San JoseA resident of Willow Glen for 77 years. Sophie was born at the Hayes Mansion to Frank and Mary Antes. She attended the old Franklin School, graduated from Notre Dame High School and then attended Heald's Business College. Shortly thereafter, she began her career with the telephone company. In 1934...

Frank Henry Martinez Duarte June 1, 1942 - Oct. 30, 2016Cambrian Park, San JoseCamden High Graduate 1960 Dad of Sharrina, Laurralyn, Russell, Andrea, Martin Gramps, 13 Great Gramps, 1 , Celebration of Life at San Jose Masonic Center 3pm, Tuesday 11/22/16 2500 Masonic Dr. SJ 95125 View the online memorial for Frank Henry Martinez Duarte