Gregoria Silva
Obituary
Gregoria "Gloria" Silva, 82 of King City passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. She was born June 11, 1942 in Valle Hermoso, Tamaulipas, Mexico.
Gregoria 'Gloria' Silva was born on June 11, 1942, in Valle Hermoso, Tamaulipas, Mexico, and passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on October 1, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy of love and strength. One of eight siblings, Gloria spent her early years in Harlingen, Texas. She grew up in a musical family where she was one of the lead singers for their musical group. Gloria then moved to California in 1970 where she built a beautiful life.
In California, Gloria met and married Aureliano Silva, who she spent 47 years of her life with. Together they raised four beloved children: Rino, Aureliano (Jr), Adriana, and her late daughter Patty. Gloria dedicated over 20 years of her life to Basic Vegetables, working as a dehydration operator, where her hard work and determination shone through.
A devout Catholic, Gloria was a member of the St. Johns the Baptist Church, where she served with the Sociedad Guadalupana for over 20 years, exemplifying her commitment to her faith and community. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her grandchildren and sharing cherished moments at the casino with her daughters.
She was preceded in death by her husband Aureliano Silva and her beloved daughter Patty Lopez. Gloria leaves behind her three surviving children, Rino, Aureliano (Jr), and Adriana, along with eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, who will forever carry her spirit in their hearts.
Gloria's warmth, resilience, and love will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her memory will continue to inspire those she touched throughout her life.
A Visitation and Rosary service was held at Eddington Funeral Chapel on Monday, October 7, 2024. A Funeral Mass was held on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at St. John's Catholic Church in King City. Gloria was laid to rest in King City Cemetery.
Arrangements were entrusted to Eddington Funeral Services, King City, (831) 385-5400, www.EFS-Cares.com.
Published in King City Rustler and Salinas Valley Tribune · October 29, 2024