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Elaine Bellerive Obituary

On August 31st, Elaine Bellerive (Gunther) joined her beloved husband, Jerome, at rest.  Elaine was a native of Santa Clara county, living in San Jose and Santa Clara for most of her life.  She will be missed by her children, Edward, Kenneth, and Jeanette as well as her large extended family.

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Published by Mercury News from Oct. 10 to Oct. 15, 2023.

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Catherine See

October 20, 2023

Ed and family, may you find peace at next journey of your mothers life. There are many rooms that the Lord has prepared for us. Blessings and prayers
Catherine See

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