Photo courtesy of Habing Family Funeral Home
Gilroy, California
Feb 23, 1948 – May 4, 2017
Marsha Velasco, 69, died peacefully after an illness on May 4, 2017. She was surrounded by her family and friends. She is survived by her son, Carlos Benitez Jr. (Chucky) and daughter Mandy Pena. Her brother Gary Velasco and cousin Karen Shurdan. Also, survived by many nephews and nieces as well as generations of great and great-great nephews and nieces. Marsha was a Gilroyan to the T. She was an iconic person of her time and always the life of the party. She will be dearly missed. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at 11:00 AM at Habing Family Funeral Home, Gilroy. For online condolences please go to www.habingfamilyfuneralhome.com
Read MoreTo Gary&Yogi, Chucky and Mandy, the parties were only complete once you had a chance to sit and laugh with Marsha. Thank you for the many years of being part of your family! I am so sorry she is no longer here, but she will always be with you. All my love,
Lorraine M
June 09, 2017 | Gilroy, CA
I used to live next door to Marsha growing up. So sad.
Kevin Bowen
May 15, 2017 | Orlando, FL
Marsha and I were next door neighbors through our teen years. She was quick to laugh and we had some fun times together with her cousin Karen. Knowing Marsha, I'll bet she's laughing now.
Condolences to the family..
RIP, Marsha.
Marjeanne Amanze
May 15, 2017 | Sparks, NV
My condolences to your family for your loss rest in peace
Nina Delgado
May 14, 2017 | Gilroy, CA
Marsha was one of the nicest and coolest person i have ever met.Rest in peace
Gregg Ward
May 13, 2017
I will always remember our comuting every day to San Jose Beauty College.I had so much fun listening to what I call the Marsha chuckle.Rest in peace my friend.
mary arriola
May 12, 2017 | Hollister, CA
Sorry for your loss Marsha was a high school friend she was nice always smiling n cheerful. She will be missed.
Vangie Carrasco
May 12, 2017 | Modesto, CA
My sympathies and prayers for the family.
Elaine HelmLopez
May 10, 2017 | San Jose, CA
Always in our thoughts- Mike and Lynn
May 09, 2017