Beddingfield Funeral Service
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James Joseph Fitzgerald
October 19, 1936 - January 18, 2025
San Jose, California
Memorial Mass: Saturday, January 25, 2025, 12:30 PM
at Queen of Apostles Church,
San Jose, CA
Interment of Cremated Remains:
Residence
Jim Fitzgerald was born in San Francisco to Jack and Helen Fitzgerald and was the oldest of 3 boys. He attended St. Joseph’s and St. Patrick’s seminaries. Jim joined the Army and served for 6 years. After earning a teaching certificate from Cal State-LA, he taught for 3 years in Los Angeles before moving to Santa Clara Unified where Jim had a long career in education as a teacher, coach, counselor, and administrator. Jim defined the meaning of friendship and remained connected to former students, athletes and friends for decades.
In 1967, Jim married Pam McCloskey. They remained in Santa Clara Valley where they raised two sons and spent 57 years together. Following retirement, Jim joined San Jose Country Club, volunteered through the Ascent Employment Program at Queen of Apostles helping inmates with employment opportunities and lectured at his parish. In the last 7 months, Jim battled brain cancer and finally passed peacefully in his sleep on January 18.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Pam; sons, Jim (Wendy) and Ryan; and grandchildren, Casey, Darby, Aiden, Jamie and Katherine. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Dan and John.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, January 25th at 12:30pm at Queen of Apostles, 4911 Moorpark Ave, San Jose. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Second Harvest of Silicon Valley.
Donald Rene Lambert
December 12, 1954 - January 11, 2025
Santa Clara, California
Interment:
Resurrection Cemetery,
Cumberland, RI
Donald Lambert was born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island and passed away in Santa Clara, California. He was 70 years old.
Carole Marie Candello
June 27, 1934 - January 10, 2025
San Jose, California
Graveside Service: Thursday, January 23, 2025, 01:00 PM
Interment:
San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery,
Santa Nella, CA
Carole Candello was born in San Francisco, California and passed away in San Jose, California. She was 90 years old.
Elizabeth Tapnio
September 20, 1951 - January 10, 2025
Walnut Creek, California
Interment of Cremated Remains:
Scatter at sea off the coast of Santa Cruz County, CA
Elizabeth Tapnio was born in Baguio City, Philippines and passed away in Santa Clara, California. She was 73 years old.
Joselito Sarmiento Yabut
January 20, 1958 - January 8, 2025
San Jose, California
Interment:
Olongapo Memorial Chapels,
Olongapo, Zambales, Philippines
Joselito Yabut was born in Philippines and passed away in San Jose, California. He was 66 years old.
Memorial and Live Stream Video
[A Tribute Video will be posted here after the service.]
Father Reynaldo Pineda Sarmiento
October 4, 1967 - January 7, 2025
San Jose, California
Visitation: Friday, January 17, 2025, 03:00 PM to 07:00 PM
at St Frances Cabrini Church,
San Jose, CA
Rosary at 05:30 PM
Funeral Mass: Friday, January 17, 2025, 07:00 PM
at St Frances Cabrini Church,
San Jose, CA
Interment:
Manila Memorial Park,
Manila, Philippines
It is with deep sadness and hope in the resurrection that the Diocese of San Jose announces the passing of Reverend Father Reynaldo Sarmiento, who returned to the Lord on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, after a courageous seven-month battle with pancreatic cancer. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving sisters and priest friends.
Fr. Reynaldo was born on October 4, 1967, in Manila, Philippines. He was the youngest of five children and the only son of his late parents, Conrado (+November 6, 2016) and Encarnacion (+October 1, 2024).
Before embracing his vocation to the priesthood, Fr. Reynaldo had a successful career in the hospitality industry. He worked as manager in esteemed establishments such as Dusit Thani Hotel, Shangri-La Hotel, Mandarin Oriental Hotel, and TGIF Restaurant in Manila. His professional path included training in Hong Kong and Texas, preparing him for his leadership roles. Known for his radiant smile, exceptional singing voice, and passion for service, Fr. Reynaldo was admired for his dedication and warmth.
Fr. Reynaldo’s family and friends remember him for his charismatic personality, generosity, and profound gratitude. A man of deep compassion, he had a special place in his heart for the homeless, often going out of his way to feed those in need.
Even before entering the seminary, Fr. Reynaldo displayed his devotion to God through his prayer life, regular Mass attendance, and service as a choir soloist at Saint Elizabeth Parish in Milpitas. His vocational journey led him to join the Carmelite Order in San Jose before discerning diocesan priesthood. He later entered St. Patrick Seminary in Menlo Park and was ordained a priest on June 7, 2014.
During his 10 years of ministry, Fr. Reynaldo faithfully served the Diocese of San Jose with joy, dedication, and a servant’s heart. His kindness, humility, and unwavering faith touched the lives of many parishioners, friends, and colleagues. He was Parochial Vicar at Queen of Apostles Church in San Jose, Church of the Ascension in Saratoga and Saint Frances Cabrini Church in San Jose. He also served as Pastor of Saint Francis of Assisi Church in San Jose.
He is survived by his beloved sisters: Sailani Morales (Edgardo+), Estelita De Guzman (Eric), Ruth Perez (Jake), and Flordeliza Consolacion (Boyet), as well as many nieces, nephews, and countless parishioners who were blessed by his ministry and friendship.
Services will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025 with a public viewing from 3-5:30pm followed by a Prayer Service with eulogies at 5:30pm and Funeral Mass at 7pm at Saint Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, 15333 Woodard Rd, San Jose.
Condolences may be sent c/o Fr. Michael Syjueco, Saint Joseph of Cupertino Church, 10110 N De Anza Blvd., Cupertino, CA 95014. May the soul of Fr. Reynaldo, who lived a life of faith and love, rest in the eternal peace of Christ. Amen.
Henry J Hardy
June 30, 1955 - January 6, 2025
Los Gatos, California
Interment of Cremated Remains:
San Juan Bautista Cemetery,
San Juan Bautista, CA
Henry Hardy was born in Los Gatos, California and passed away in San Jose, California. He was 69 years old.
Elena Maria Schemmel
April 16, 1929 - January 4, 2025
San Jose, California
Funeral Mass: Tuesday, January 14, 2025, 10:00 AM
at Queen of Apostles Church,
San Jose, CA
Graveside service to follow
Interment:
Los Gatos Memorial Park,
San Jose, CA
Elena Schemmel was born in Granada, Nicaragua and passed away in San Jose, California. She was 95 years old.
Memorial and Live Stream Video
Anna Lucille Baldwin
July 29, 1927 - January 2, 2025
San Jose, California
Interment:
Fountaintown Cemetery,
Fountaintown, IN
Anna Baldwin was born in Fountaintown, Indiana and passed away in San Jose, California. She was 97 years old.
Pedro Galindo Lopez
June 28, 1950 - January 2, 2025
Hollister, California
Memorial Service: Tuesday, January 14, 2025, 11:00 AM
at St Benedict Catholic Church,
1200 Fairview Rd, Hollister, CA 95023. Tel: 831-637-9212
Interment of Cremated Remains:
Residence
Pedro Galindo Lopez was born in Tepic, Nayarit, Mexico and passed away in San Jose, California. He was 74 years old.
Lawrence Anthony McGuan
June 8, 1944 - January 2, 2025
Los Gatos, California
Interment of Cremated Remains:
Residence
Lawrence McGuan was born in Indiana and passed away in Los Gatos, California. He was 80 years old.
