San Jose, CA Obituaries

Velia PagliaroliNov. 24, 1927 - June 23, 2020San JoseWith profound sadness we announce the passing of Velia Pagliaroli (nee Maragoni), lovingmother, grandmother and great-grandmother and friend to all whose lives she touched. Sheleft us in the early morning hours on the Eve of St John the Baptist Feast Day, Tuesday, June 23,2020 in San Jose, California. Born on November 24,...

Steven Charles BakerAugust 23, 1950 - June 8, 2020Resident of San Jose, CA.We are saddened as a family for of the loss of Stephen Charles Baker.He was born in Washington, August 23 1950. He lived most of his life in Santa Clara County. He was called home June 8 2020. Stephen leaves behind his loving wife, Jody, sister, Desiree Baker,...

Claudette EliasonMay 8, 1947 - May 3, 2020 Resident of San JoseClaudette will have an urn placement service at at Oak Hill memorial park at 1PM on June 10, 2020. View the online memorial for Claudette Eliason

Claudette EliasonMay 8, 1947 - May 3, 2020 Resident of San JoseClaudette M. Eliason (Bellina) was born on May 8th, 1947 in San Jose, where she resided until her death from Covid-19 on May 3rd, 2020 at the age of 73. She was married to Dave Eliason for 43 years and was a crossing guard for the City of San...

Dennis J. BrucklacherAug. 13, 1948 - Mar. 18, 2020Resident of San JoseDennis J. Brucklacher, age 71, son of Merle and Viola Brucklacher, passed away in Santa Clara, CA, on March 18, 2020, from complications of the flu and years of multiple sclerosis. Growing up in Wellsboro, PA, Denny became an Eagle Scout and wrestled on the high school team. After...

Dennis J. Brucklacher, 71, son of Merle and Viola Brucklacher, passed away on March 18, 2020, in Santa Clara, CA, from complications of the flu and years of multiple sclerosis.Born Aug. 13, 1948 and growing up in Wellsboro, Denny became an Eagle Scout and wrestled on the high school team. After attending the Pennsylvania State University and earning a bachelor's...

Robert Thomas Stokes Jr.Feb. 11, 1932 - Mar. 9, 2020Resident of San JoseRobert Thomas Stokes Jr. passed away peacefully on March 9, 2020. He was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Robert and Helen Stokes. Bob moved with his wife and sons to California in 1963 and had his own business in the construction industry for...

Leona RamirezApr. 8, 1922 - Mar. 3, 2020Resident of San JosePassed away peacefully in her home with family and friends by her side. Funeral services will be held on Friday March 20, 2020 at 6:30pm at Chapel of Flowers. View the online memorial for Leona Ramirez

Margaret ChavezDec. 30, 1937 - Mar. 5, 2020Resident of San JoseMargaret (Tootsie) Huerta Chavez born in San Jose, Ca to Pedro Huerta and Elena Perez Huerta, died peacefully on March 5, 2020. Margaret graduated from Lincoln High School in 1955. Margaret is the sister of David and Richard Huerta and Carmen Pedregon. Margaret is survived by her sons Mark, Ron...

Anthony Peat ParadisoOct. 14, 1929 - Feb. 01, 2020Resident of San JosePreceded in death by his parents Santina and Rocco Paradiso, Brothers Louie and Richard, and his beloved daughter DianaSurvived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Francesca, Granddaughter Joanna (Robert)Grandson Alekzander, Great Grandchildren Julian, Elliot, Mateo, Sister in Law Theresa,Nieces (Those damn girls) Pam, Brenda (Alex) Rene'e, Melanie (Ruben)...

Paul J. MendozaJuly 13, 1924 - Feb. 21, 2020San JoseOur Dad, Paul Mendoza, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 21, 2020 at the age of 95. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, our Mother, Marie. The only child of Joseph and Josephine Mendoza, Paul was born and raised in San Jose. After graduating from Bellarmine...

Dr. Constantine J. (Gus) Samios 1930 - 2020Resident of Monte Sereno for 35 years and Santa CruzThe world lost a good man on February 5, 2020. Gus was a gentleman of great integrity, perpetually positive and cheerful. His keen sense of humor, ready smile and laughter were contagious. He possessed an amazing ability to enjoy the moment whether traveling through...

Patrick Emanuel BrockMarch 17, 1950 - January 23, 2020Resident of East Palo AltoThe "Boss" has left E. Palo Alto and taken with him the happiness he brought so many of us. He was one of six children of Ozella and Joseph Brock, both deceased. He leaves behind a brother Luther, sisters Ashah Al-Amin, Mona Lisa, a sister Bernardine (deceased) and...

George F. Prussia George F. Prussia passed away peacefully on December 28, 2019 at his residence in Santa Rosa, CA; he was 88 years old. George was born to Leland and Doris Prussia on Jan 6, 1931 in San Jose, CA the youngest of three children. George attended Abraham Lincoln High School in San Jose and continued his education at...

George F. PrussiaJan. 6, 1931 - Dec. 28, 2019Santa Rosa, CAGeorge F. Prussia passed away peacefully on Dec 28, 2019 at his residence in Santa Rosa, CA; he was 88 years old. George was born to Leland and Doris Prussia on Jan 6, 1931 in San Jose, CA the youngest of 3 children.George attended Abraham Lincoln High School in San...

Richard Lee RizzoAug. 20, 1942 - Nov. 22, 2019 San JoseRichard Lee Rizzo, age 77 passed in peace on Friday November 22, 2019 surrounded by life-long friends. Preceded in death by his loving parents Harold F. Rizzo and Ileen Rizzo of San Jose, Rich was born on August 20 1942. Educated in the Jesuit tradition at Bellarmine College Prep where...

Parris Ann CorreaFeb. 8, 1948 - Nov. 11, 2019Resident of San JoseOur sweet "princess" lifted off Monday, 11/11/19 peacefully at home. She was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts in 1948, spent most of her formative years in Clifton Heights, PA., and finally settled happily in NorCal. She is survived by her husband, Tom Cochran, son Zack; son Dominic Natale (Stacey)...

Guadalupe SesmaAugust 26, 1936 - Nov. 2, 2019San JoseGuadalupe Sesma joined the Lord after passing away peacefully in her home in San Jose on Nov. 2, 2019. She is survived by her 3 loving daughters, 2 granddaughters & 2 great grandchildren. A Rosary service will be held at 6:00 PM on Monday, Nov. 11, 2019 at Chapel of Flowers, 900...

Gerald E. MarchFeb. 2, 1931 - Sept. 11, 2019Los Gatos, CAGerald E. March born 2-9-1931 in Calumet, Minnesota. He was the youngest of twelve children. Gerald graduated from Santa Clara University and served in the Navy. He worked for Remington Corporation and eventually started his own business. Gerald was a beloved friend, an avid traveler, enjoyed music, gardening and writing...

Rose EscarcegaAug. 30, 1917 - Sept. 12, 2019San JoseRose was born in Corona, CA. As a young girl, Rose and her family moved to Santa Clara, CA. And In 1934 Rose met and married Joe Escarcega. Rose and Joe moved to San Jose in 1943 and raised their seven children. Rose is preceded in death by her mother Valeria Martinez...