Orlando "Sonny"

Garza Jr.

Orlando Garza, lovingly known to family and friends as Sonny, has passed away on Sunday, June 21st, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on December 29, 1963, at Doctors Hospital in Modesto, California. The second oldest of four children. Sonny was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend.

He is preceded in death by his beloved sister, Juanita, and father, Orlando. He leaves behind his loving mother, Beatrice Garza; his sisters, Patricia Lujan and Angela Frey. His cherished wife, Esther; his 5 sons, Jacob, Joseph, Christian, Bryan, and Nathanial. As well as ten treasured grandchildren, with many nieces and nephews. In addition to extended family members who will forever carry his memory in their hearts.

As a young boy, Sonny's family moved from Modesto to San Jose. Where he proudly earned his first job as a paperboy for the San Jose Mercury. Not long after, the family settled here in Hollister, where his father pursued a family business known to locals as Baha Burgers. It was there that Sonny became a familiar and beloved face in the community and built lifelong friendships with countless people who were touched by his kindness and generous spirit.

Sonny was truly blessed with a family who loved him deeply. He had a way of filling every room with warmth, laughter, and life with his infectious smile, unforgettable personality, and distinctive voice. This left a lasting impression on everyone, fortunate enough to know him. Sonny loved God with all his might; he never hesitated to lend a helping hand to someone in need, including giving wholeheartedly to people and causes he cared about. Sonny loved nothing more than being surrounded by family and friends, sharing stories, cracking jokes, enjoying long conversations, and creating memories that will be cherished forever.

Though our hearts are heavy, broken, and filled with sadness by his passing, we find comfort in the love he shared with us all. He touched many hearts with his legacy of compassion and laughter, something we all will most definitely miss about him. Sonny will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever loved by all who knew him.