Just shy of her 100th birthday, Vernie Imogene Weymouth Rocca passed away on March 7, 2017.
Born in San Mateo to George Weymouth and Mary Ellen Walker Weymouth, she moved to Gilroy as a small child. Her late brothers were Elmer Weymouth and Henry Weymouth.
Married to Joseph M. Blaettler in 1936. Married to Raymond Cowardin in 1948 unitl his death in 1990. Married to Jack Rocca in 1995 until his death in 2009.
Vernie was active socially and had a wide circle of friends. She was known as a gracious hostess and often entertained in her home. She loved traveling and took many trips over the years. Quite the adventuress, she enjoyed everything from hiking volcanoes in Micronesia to trips in hot air balloons.
Survived by: son Joseph P. (Ralette) Blaettler; daughter Vicki (Donald) Blaetler Woodside; grandchildren Matthew (Louise) Blaettler, Thomas (Susie) Blaettler and Rae Woodside; and great granddaughter Sammie Blaettler. Also survived by step- children Steve (Marilyn) Rocca, Judy (Larry) Rocca Clink, and Barbara (Jim) Rocca Ahlin; plus numerous grand-children and great grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held 12:00 pm Friday, March 17, 2017 at Gavilan Hills Memorial Park, Gilroy.
Online condolences at www.habingfamilyfuneralhome.com.
