San Jose, CA Obituaries

Duke NewtonResident of Gilroy Feb. 24, 2012, we lost our beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, friend. At the age of 49 due to a heart attack. Duke was born Jan. 5, 1963 survived by wife Doreen Newton, sons Josh, Jorden, Brett, Brent, mother Barbara Newton, brother & sisters Cheryl, Daryl, Randy, Sandy, Dave, Darren, preceded in death Huey Newton.Service will...

Consuelo Santos KillinsResident of San JosePassed away on Jan. 30, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. Survived by her husband of 43 years, Richard Killins, son Greg Killins, and daughter Victoria Salmon. She had a colorful life and will be most known for her work in the community and arts advocacy. She served on many boards councils including chairing...

Estelle Orozco Sesma GallegosFormer resident of San Jose 9/9/1932 - 1/28/2012Dies at 79. Survived by her husband Joe Gallegos. She was the mother of John Jr., Tony, Rick, Robert, and Ana Sesma, many foster children, grandchildren, and great -grandchildren. She loved her family, music, and caring for others. Her love and laughter will never be forgotten. Friends and family of...

Richard C. HernandezResident of Modesto, CA Formerly of San Jose, CA, passed away on February 3, 2012. He was 73. Funeral Services Mon. Feb. 13, 2012 viewing 4-9pm, Rosary at 7pm at Chapel of Flowers Funeral Home. Mass on Tues. Feb. 14, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church followed by burial at San Joaquin Valley National...

Ernest "Ernie" DuarteResident of TularePassed away peacefully Jan. 28, 2012. He is survived by his 4 children Linda Carrillo, Ernie Duarte, Dori Pemberton and James Duarte, and 9 grandchildren. Friends and Family are invited to attend a celebration of his life on Sat. Feb. 4th at 2:00 pm at Chapel Of Flowers.

Georgina A. Solares-Castro12/20/1951 - 01/25/2012Resident of Yuba CityBorn in Phoenix, AZ, raised in Willow Glen, CA.. A loving giving kind Wife, Mother and Grandmother who lived a faithful life. Please join her family in celebrating her life on Wed 02/01/12 at 10:30am at Chapel of Flowers. Burial to follow at Santa Clara Mission Cemetery 490 Lincoln st. Santa Clara, CA

John T. CrispOctober 18, 1918 - January 26, 2012Resident of San JoseJohn T. Crisp, a long and well-lived life. John, a fifty-year resident of San Jose, was born in Syracuse, NY. During WW II, he served in the USMC, fighting in battles throughout the South Pacific including Guadalcanal and Bougainville. After the war John was hired by General Electric Company,...

Donna ForeakerResident of SunnyvaleBorn: September 19, 1936 Departed this life: January 25, 2012. Loving Wife of Al Foreaker. Loving Mother of Phil, Donna, Eddie and Denise. Grandmother of 10. Retired from Mt. View School District in 1994, First aide, CPR and Bus Driver trainer. Service at Chapel of Flowers January 31, 2012 Viewing from 9-11 Service 12:00 Burial immediately following...

Henry M. Sugitan10/11/1929-01/16/2012Resident of San JoseBeloved husband of the late Cecilia Sugitan. Loving father of Dean(Chris), Ed(Paula) and Nova Sugitan. Adoring grandfather of 7 and great grandfather of 5. Vigil service 6pm on Tuesday 01/24 at Chapel of Flowers. Funeral mass Wednesday 9am at St. Maria Goretti. Burial at Oak Hill Memorial Park.

Michael CarvalhoResident of Santa Clara Services at Chapel of Flowers San Jose, CA Friday, Jan. 13, 11a.m. He was born Dec. 6, 1943 in Honolulu, HI and passed at 1:45 at our home in Santa Clara. He is survived by his son Michael Carvalho II and his daughter Dominique Carvalho.

Cruz Chacon RiveraResident of San Jose 6/27/1929 - 1/5/2012It gives us great sorrow with a heavy heart to let the world know that our mother Cruz Rivera passed away at home with family and friends at her side. She leaves behind; Brothers: Greg, Louie, Sam, & Jesus Chacon Sisters: Connie Mesa & Nora Carrillo Sons: Ralph, Mike, Russell, Jaime, Paul,...

Guadalupe Concepcion NaranjoResident of San Jose Loving mother of 3 daughters and one son. Devoted grandmother of 15 grandchildren. Born in Yucatan, Mexico and long time San Jose resident. Entered into eternal rest on Dec. 31, 2011. Retired from HP and Intel. Our mom believed in helping the youth and children and was dedicated to helping others and making a...

Maria H. MoctezumaResident of San Jose 8/15/1958 - 01/02/2012Survived by her mother Aurora Moctezuma and 100+ family members that loved her very much. Visitation will take place this Friday 3-9, Saturday 12-9 and Sunday 12-9 with a rosary Sunday evening at 7pm at Chapel of Flowers 900 S. 2nd St. San Jose, CA. Funeral mass to be held Monday at...

Francisco "Kiko" OrtizResident of San Jose 06/25/60 - 12/20/2011Francisco was a cabinet maker and great man with a good heart. He was loved by his children Danielle Munoz, Sylvia Watson and Kiko, Natalie, Armando and Alisha Ortiz. His 9 grandchildren, 5 brothers and one sister.Services Jan. 5th, 2012. Rosary at 7pm Chapel of Flowers, 900 S. 2nd St., San Jose,...

Jesus Alfonso Aguilar-EspinozaResident of San Jose 03/23/1957 - 12/26/2011Survived by his brother and sister-in-law, 3 children, 10 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Visitation 3-9pm on 01/03/2012, with rosary at 7pm at Chapel of Flowers, San Jose. Funeral Mass 11am on 01/04/2012 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, San Jose.

Valente "Huey" GalindoResident of San Jose 47, born in Bakersfield CA, and raised in San Jose CA, died unexpectedly on December 16, 2011. Beloved son of Louise and Valente Galindo; loving father to Celina, Sabrina and Valente IV; preceded in death by his son Daniel Galindo and niece Valerie Gonzales. Brother to Lucia, Frank and Helen Galindo, Joseph and Sharon...

Rose C. CantuResident of San Jose June 29, 1939-Dec. 17, 2011Loving wife of Efrain Cantu Sr. Daughter of Rafael and Cleotilde Camargo. Mother of Efrain Jr., Veronica Avila. Grandmother of Jaron, Joel, Devon, Rafael. Sister to Angel, Ralph, Manuel, Belen, Amparo, Connie. Preceded in death by her sister Socorro and brothers Frank, Aurelio, Johnny, Salvador. Family and friends are invited...

Stella Rosie RodriguezMarch 3, 1932-Dec 12, 2011Resident of San Jose Viewing Monday 3-9 with rosary at 7pm. Funeral Service Tues morning 11am at Chapel of Flowers 900 S. 2nd St. San Jose, CA. Burial following at Calvary Catholic Cemetery San Jose, CA

Joanne Lams Dec. 3, 1962 - Dec. 6, 2011 Resident of San Jose Viewing Friday 3-9. Funeral Sat., 12pm, at Chapel of Flowers, 900 S. 2nd Street, San Jose.

Vincent Joseph Speaks"Uncle Buddy"Resident of San Jose 12/7/66 - 11/30/11Beloved brother, uncle and friend. Buddy you'll be loved and missed forever. Memorial Service 12/10/11 at 1:00pm at Chapel of Flowers 900 S. 2nd St., San Jose, CA.