Dad leaves behind Sons Maurice and Ronald Agrillo, Daughter-in-law Maria Agrillo, Granddaughter and Grandsons Melissa, Albert and Carlos Agrillo Granddaughter-in-law Claudia Agrillo, Great grandkids Cameron and Chandlier Agrillo.
Dad was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Mary Agrillo.
His spirit, warmth, and kindness touched all who had the privilege of knowing him. Dad loved his neighbors and would give a helping hand to any of them.
Dad was an only child and a product of the depression; this upbringing created a minimal lifestyle maximizing the use of all he had never wasting anything. Dad enjoyed working in the yard, reading the paper and watching old westerns, crime dramas and sports, a lifelong fan of the Giants and 49ers.
Dad served in the Army, post WW2 and was a lifetime resident of San Jose, a member of the Plumbers Union 393 for 78 years, living in the same neighborhood for the past 67 years.
There will be a graveyard service on January 8th at 11:30am at Mission Santa Clara Cemetery, Saint Joesphs Mausoleum. Family and Friends are Welcome! ]]>
Ben was born September 24, 1936 on a farm near Northwood, Iowa, the youngest of seven. His father, Martin Edward Roisen (Røysen) had come from Norway in the early 1900’s on the ship the Mauretania and his mother, Ida Annette Fenny, was also of Norwegian descent and Ben grew up speaking Norwegian and English in the home. He grew up helping with chores, delivering cream, milk, and butter with his dad, playing with his dog, and bugging his older siblings, especially his sisters. His parents would make his sisters take him along as a chaperone for their dates and he soon learned that if he played his cards right, he could go to the movies while they went on their dates with his parents none the wiser. He attended a one room school house on the corner of his parents’ farm. He then transferred to school in Northwood, Iowa where his parents had a house in town. After high school, he attended Luther College in Decorah, Iowa where he studied math and sang in many choral groups.
After graduation, he and a friend, John Beaver, travelled up to Kenai, Alaska to help his sister Sylvia and her husband, Don, build their house on their homestead. All too soon, this summer ended and he started his graduate degree in mathematics at UC Berkeley. It was there at events at the International House that he met the love of his life, Dobbie Lee Barth.
Ben and Dobbie were married June 12, 1960. A baby girl, Kirsten, was born in 1962 interrupting Ben’s master degree program. He adjusted and got a job at Sylvania working in their computer department. Two sons followed, Douglas Martin in 1964 and Patrick Edward in 1968 to complete the family.
Several company name changes and multiple promotions in the computer system analyst field followed. He loved travelling and went on many trips to Europe and the Middle East helping to set up computer systems. One such place was Cyprus where the family went along for a couple of years and he had many trips there solo.
After retirement in 2001, he spent time with his family and travelled to places visiting friends and family and singing with a choral group. He will be remembered with much love and we know he will be singing his way to heaven.
Ben is survived by his wife of 65 years, Dobbie Lee Roisen, his daughter Kirsten D Anderson (John W Anderson) and his son Patrick E Roisen (Lisa M Roisen nee Loucks), as well as his grandchildren Nicole Carlson, Jennifer Flynn, John M Anderson, Chris Osborn, Benjamin W Roisen, and Matthew Roisen. He also had great grandchildren Justine Malbouf, Camden Malbouf, Eli Flynn, John M Anderson II, Lauren Anderson, and Emery Osborn, along with a great, great granddaughter Ava Malbouf and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents Martin E and Ida Annette Roisen, his siblings Maynerd Roisen, Wilfred Roisen, Sylvia Johnson, Midred Ensley, Agnes Reich, Ida May Roisen, and his son Douglas Martin Roisen, along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 4, 2026 at the family home. Friends and family are welcome to attend.
]]>Diane is survived and will be missed dearly by her three daughters, Lisa Broberg, Jacque Gonsalves, and Christina Gonsalves Bolen; former husband and longtime friend, Paul Gonsalves; two son-in-laws, Jason Broberg and Jake Bolen; four grandchildren, Anthony Khalilzadeh, Layla Khalilzadeh, Hannah Broberg, and Hazel Broberg; two brothers, James Fulton and Harold Fulton; and four sisters, Carol Fulton, Sharon Jimenez, Laura Santana, and Margaret Rodriguez. She leaves many more family members and friends who will all deeply miss her.
Diane had a successful career as a programmer and eventual senior auditor at IBM for over 40 years. She was an avid donator to Disabled American Veterans, often volunteered as a coach and manager for her children’s softball teams in their early years, and enjoyed riding horses, camping, bowling, playing softball, and spending time with her children, grandchildren, family and friends.
A Celebration of Diane’s Life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Darling & Fischer’s Garden Chapel in downtown San Jose.
Condolences may be sent to the family at http://bit.ly/495yeLb.
]]>He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Dorothy (Hirose) Izumi; sons Eric and Bob (wife Nancy); daughter Sandy; and grandchildren Ethan, Derek, and Dalilah. He was preceded in death by his son David.
Hideki was laid to rest at Oak Hill Cemetery in a private memorial on December 19, 2025.
]]>Banatao is known for pioneering the technology that made personal computers possible, thus putting Silicon Valley on the map. He also co-founded three technology companies and started a nonprofit to help support Filipinos in STEM fields.
“Rising from humble beginnings in Cagayan, he went on to co-found transformative technology companies and played a pivotal role in advancing the global semiconductor and graphics industries,” said the National Federation of Filipino American Associations on LinkedIn in honor of Banatao’s passing. “Just as importantly, he invested deeply in people opening doors, mentoring founders and strengthening communities.”
According to a post on his website by his family, Banatao passed away peacefully on Christmas Day, surrounded by family and friends. His family said he “succumbed to complications from a neurological disorder that hit him late in his life.” He would have been 80 in May.
His family wrote, “We are mourning his loss, but take comfort from the time spent with him during this Christmas season, and that his fight with this disease is over.”
Banatao was born to a rice farmer and housekeeper in Iguig, Cagayan, according to ABS-CBN. According to his 2015 documentary, he didn’t have access to electricity growing up and was taught math using bamboo sticks. He said it was typical for his classmates to stop going to school after sixth grade to help their parents work in the fields, but his father told him to continue studying.
He developed a love for engineering and graduated with a degree in electric engineering from Mapua Institute of Technology, a private research university in Manila. He said in his documentary that there were no design jobs for engineers in the Philippines, so he moved to the U.S. and pursued a master’s degree in electrical engineering and computer science at Stanford University. He graduated in 1972.
Soon after college, Banatao worked as a design engineering at Boeing. ABS-CBN reported that he then went on to work for other technology companies, like National Semiconductor and Intersil. While at Commodore International, he designed the first single chip, 16-bit microprocessor-based calculator.
He is credited with developing the first 10-Mbit ethernet CMOS chip in 1981 while working at Seeq Technology. He also developed the first system logic chipset for IBM’s PC-XT and PC-AT and one of the first graphics accelerators for personal computers. These inventions allowed for faster computer performance, according to Inquirer.net. The Harvard Club of Southern California credited Banatao for bringing GPS technology to consumers.
“Dado is the man who invented a graphical chipset that took us from black screens with green writing to the dynamic displays we have today,” the club wrote for a description of a lecture he gave in 2017 for the Harvard Business School Association of Orange County.
Banatao founded the chipset company Mostron with a business partner in 1984. One year later, he also co-founded Chips and Technologies, a graphics adapter company that Intel later acquired for around $430 million.
The CEO of Intel, Lip-Bu Tan, expressed his grief at Banatao’s passing on LinkedIn, crediting his friend for challenging him when he became CEO of Cadence Design in 2009.
“I am forever grateful for your challenge and encouragement as I continue my life journey following your footstep as CEO of Cadence Design for 12 years and continuing as CEO intel,” Tan said in his post. “Dado, you are the best technology entrepreneur and legend from (the) Philippines.”
He then founded S3 Graphics in 1989, which led the local bus concept and developed Windows accelerator chips, becoming the third-most profitable technology company in 1993. In 2000, Banatao entered the world of venture capital by founding Tallwood Venture, a firm focused on investing in semiconductor technology, and served as managing partner.
While working at Tallwood in 2011, Banatao told Bloomberg News that he encouraged his companies to expand internationally, focusing particularly in China, due to greater government support and lower production costs.
“It used to be that we started companies here and we didn’t think about going offshore until we were substantially big,” Banatao said when he was 64 at his office in Palo Alto. “At the outset now, as we fund the company, we think about going outside right away.”
Dinakar Munagala, co-founder and CEO at Blaize, Inc., a computer hardware manufacturer in El Dorado Hills, wrote on LinkedIn that he was “deeply saddened” by Banatao’s death.
“Dado was instrumental in shaping Blaize during its formative years,” Munagala said. “His belief in our mission, steady counsel, and generous spirit left a lasting mark on all of us who had the privilege of learning from him.”
Banatao has received several awards and recognitions for his contributions, including the Pamana ng Filipino Award in 1997, Asian Leadership Award in 1993, and the Ramon V. Del Rosario Award in 2018, according to ABS-CBN. In 2003, the Asian American Activities Center at Stanford recognized Banatao in the university’s Multicultural Alumni Hall of Fame.
Inquirer.net also reported that an institute at the University of California bears his name: the Banatao Institute at the Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society.
Banatao founded the Philippine Development Science and Technology Foundation, a nonprofit also known as PhilDev that provides scholarships, mentorship and training programs to young Filipinos in STEM fields. His family urged people to donate to PhilDev in Banatao’s memory.
“We (Filipinos) know hardship,” Banatao said in his documentary. “It’s time we learn success.”
Staff writer Kyle Martin contributed to this report.
]]>In 1957, Dave married his first wife, Marilyn Davis of Santa Rosa, marking the beginning of a partnership built on love and shared ambition. Both Dave and Marilyn earned their degrees from San Jose State University in 1960, and Dave went on to pursue his MBA at Santa Clara University, graduating in 1966. The couple settled in Sunnyvale, California, where they nurtured a warm and loving family environment.
Dave dedicated nearly forty years of his career to Hewlett-Packard, earning the respect of colleagues and peers. Simultaneously, he gave back to the academic community by moonlighting as an instructor, teaching business courses at San Jose State University. Known for his unwavering school spirit, Dave was a proud supporter of the San Jose Spartans, regularly tailgating and enjoying games with fellow fans. Dave was a member of the Spartan Foundation and travelled with the team to several bowl games.
Deeply invested in the well-being of his community, Dave played an active role in local schools, youth groups, his high school alumni association, and numerous charities. His commitment extended to his faith, as he served as a Deacon and frequently ushered on Sundays at the First Presbyterian Church of Sunnyvale for more than sixty years. In his younger days, Dave could often be found playing tennis every Saturday at Kona Kai Swim & Racquet Club in Santa Clara, where he relished the camaraderie and competition.
After Marilyn’s passing in 1983, Dave found love again and is survived by his wife of forty years, Maria Cabrera Bentley. He leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion to his family: daughter Dawn Bentley Coupe (Thomas) of Corvallis, Oregon; daughter Lynne Bentley (Kevin Sullivan) of San Jose; and stepson Victor Cabrera (Debbie) of San Jose. Brother-in-Law Richard Davis (Brenda) of Phoenix, Arizona. Cherished grandchildren include Emerald Baley (Dr. Trevor Baley) of Corvallis, Oregon; Joey Sullivan and Kenny Sullivan of San Diego, California; Christine Cabrera of Santa Clarita, California; and Jordan Cabrera of La Jolla, California. Dave also leaves great-grandchildren Mia Baley, Kyle Sandoval, and Noah Sandoval, who will carry forward his spirit and kindness.
His memory will be lovingly cherished by all who knew him. In accordance with Dave’s wishes, a service will be held in the near future. ]]>
Her husband was with her when she passed away after her heart stopped at Good Samaritan Hospital. She loved her doctors, especially Dr. Bausback. He was so kind to her up until her death. While seeing her in the hospital he held her hand and gave her such comfort. Libby’s words to Tom after seeing him were, “I am ecstatic that he was here. I feel 1000% better.”
Libby met her husband, Tom Sutton, in 1981. They married on October 13, 1983 and had a beautiful life together for over 42 years. Several times every day Tom would say “I love you so much you have no idea how much” and she would reply “I love you more.”
Tom’s uncles were farmers in Nebraska. Tom and Libby would travel there and drive out to the farm and watch the harvest. Libby would comment how people in Nebraska sure do visit a lot. One time, there was a huge electrical storm. Libby had never experienced such a frightening event. Tom comforted her throughout the storm. They both laughed about it for years.
Years ago Libby started making and sending Christmas cards to her friends. She spent hours with each card. She loved to make people happy. She would also make special cards using past pictures of people’s lives. She would clip pictures from old school year books and pictures from their Facebook pages.Tom would receive a card from her every year for his birthday, Valentine’s Day, and Christmas. He would get a special anniversary card from her every year with past pictures and memories of their life together.
Libby is survived by her husband, Tom Sutton, her brother David Niederauer and his wife Tricia. Her two nephews, Jeffrey Niederauer and his husband Ando Kala, and Christopher Niederauer and his wife Alexandra, along with their three children.
Services will be held Saturday January 3rd at Darling & Fisher Chapel of the Hills in Los Gatos at 10:00 AM followed at 11:30 AM at Los Gatos Memorial Park for inurnment. ]]>
Carolyn was preceded in death by her beloved sister, Natalie A. Stier (2020). She was married to John V. Anderson (2005) and Harry N. Hoffman and was the widow of Charles E. Schultz (1999).
She was a devoted mother to Gary W. Anderson of Roseville, California and Daniel C. Schultz (Laura) of San Antonio, Texas. Carolyn and her sister were raised in Millbrae, California, where she graduated from Capuchino High School (San Bruno) in 1954. Both Carolyn and Natalie enjoyed the outdoors and riding horses.
Carolyn is survived by brother-in-law – John Stier Sr.; goddaughter/niece – Elizabeth Della Chiesa (Joe); nieces – Kathleen Stowers (Mike) and Theresa O’Reilly-Hembree (Ron); nephew – John Stier Jr. (Kandie); grandsons – Trevor Schultz, Corwyn Schultz and Robert Lopez; great-granddaughter – Savannah Lopez; many cherished great-nieces and great-nephews and very close longtime friend – Karen Marburg.
Carolyn had a deep love for animals and generously supported organizations such as Guide Dogs for the Blind and local SPCA’s. She enjoyed traveling throughout California with the Cupertino Senior Citizen groups, Hearst Castle, Filoli Historic House & Garden and treasured time spent with family and friends. She loved to dance and people would stop to observe on the dance floor. Having fun and making lasting memories was always central to her way of life.
Prior to her retirement, Carolyn worked for more than 30 years as an Accounting Associate with DKD Property Management Company. She also held positions with United Airlines, Sears, Roebuck & Co., and Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. She was known for being detail-oriented, dedicated, and highly valued by her colleagues.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Carolyn’s memory to Guide Dogs for the Blind in San Rafael, California, or to an SPCA of your choice. ]]>