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Gianna Press Obituary
Gianna Marie Tolhurst Press 50, of Salinas, died unexpectedly at her home. Friday, Nov. 27, 2009.
She was Born July 3, 1959, in Salinas. She graduated from Carmel High and MPC. She was a beautiful artist, writer, and human being. She especially loved trips to Reno with her husband, Mike.
Survivers: Husband, Michael Press; daughter, Amy Lynn Press, of King City; mother, Charlotte Tolhurst of Carmel; twin brother, Jeffrey Tolhurst of Columbia; sister, Tey (Ado) Leporati of Thousand Oaks; sister, Rae (Chris) Huntington of Salinas; and seven nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death recently by her beloved father, Gene Tolhurst.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations in Gianna's memory may be made to: NAMI (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill), PO Box 295, Monterey, CA 93942.
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Tey Leporati
December 6, 2009
The loss of my dear sister, Gianna, has been very sad. I will always remember the fun times she had with us, the trips we took together, playing restaurant, riding horses, her doing our hair, etc. She had a heart that was pure and kind. My family will treasure our memories of her and it comforts us to know she is with our father, Gene, who passed away July 2, 2009. We believe Gene wanted her to be with him at this time. RIP dear Gianna, I love you. You were like a mother to me and you were a great big sister.
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