Gary

Yamano

Gary Yamano passed away on Monday, December 27 in Brawley, California due to complications of Covid -19.He was 64 years old.Gary was born and raised in Gilroy and attended local schools.He was the son of William and Hiroko Yamano of Gilroy.

In 1990, Gary moved to San Benito County and married Esther Martinez.There he stepped into the role of step-father and was a dedicated and loving father to Esther's four sons.He would take Esther and the kids on camping trips and enjoyed being on the lake in his boat or at a cabin in the snow.

Gary loved to barbeque and became quite the grill master.He and Esther would often host parties and barbeques in their backyard for family and friends.Gary was known for his delicious tri-tip steak, ribs and teriyaki chicken.He always wanted to make certain there was enough food for everyone, and each time would prepare extra food to take over to his mother-in-law.He was a thoughtful and generous host.

After Gary and Esther divorced, they remained close and rescued four dogs together, Harley, Callie, Dallas and Zoey. Gary was an amazing doggie dad and would refer to his pups as his "babies."He loved each one of them immensely.Gary was a hard worker and at times, you would find him sleeping on the sofa with the television on, his pups at his side, a well-deserved rest.

Since Gary was on the road for weeks, he would relax and enjoy his home time in the company of his family and dogs.He was proud of his sons, their successful careers and commitment to their families.Gary remained devoted to each of them.

Gary is survived by his ex-wife Esther Martinez of Hollister, beloved step-father to Jarrod (Brittany) Cousins of St. George, Utah, Joseph (Chelsea) Cousins of San Ramon, Joshua (Roxanne) Cousins and Jake (Julie) Cousins of Hollister.  Jichan to Madison, Hailey, Jacob Evan, Tavita, Adra, Tristan, Jaelyn and Kailani Cousins.

Sisters Denise Plumb of Gilroy, Audrey Grijalva of Sparks, NV, nephew and nieces, Matthew, Meghan and Michelle Grijalva of Sparks, NV, brother Marshall (Kathy) Yamano of Florida and nieces Amy and Miko Yamano of Seaside.

Gary is preceded in death by his mother and father, William (Bill) and Hiroko Yamano and his mother-in-law Tavita Martinez.

Private services will be held later this month.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made in Gary's memory to Every Pet's Dream, www.everypetsdream.org/ the rescue organization where Gary adopted his beloved Zoey or the pet rescue of your choice.