Obituaries
Gilbert H. Banuelos
Apr 13, 2025
Gilbert H. Banuelos August 28, 1933 – April 13, 2025
Heaven welcomed a very special angel on April 13, 2025, as Gilbert Banuelos passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. He was 91 years old.
Gilbert was born on August 28, 1933, in Moss Landing to his parents, John Banuelos and Carmen Garcia. In 1951, he met the love of his...
Manuel Rego Cabral
Apr 10, 2025
On Thursday, April 10, 2025 Manuel Rego Cabral passed away peacefully while hospitalized at Salinas Valley Health at the age of 78.
He was born on August 29, 1946 to his parents Mariano and Maria Da Luz Cabral.
He was a resident of Hollister, CA. He loved playing golf, camping, spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was an expert in...
Martin Cortez
Apr 6, 2025
On Sunday, April 6, 2025 Martin Cortez peacefully passed away in Watsonville, CA at the age of 67.
Martin was born on November 5, 1957 in San Miguel De Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico to his parents Bonifacio and Macrina Cortez.
He is survived by his wife Maria G. Cortez, three children Martin Cortez Jr., Andrea Cortez, Maribel Cortez Mackie, daughter in-law Adriana Cortez,...
Jose de Jesus Morales
Apr 2, 2025
On Wednesday, April 2, 2025 Jose de Jesus Morales peacefully passed away surrounded by his family.
He was a man of many wonderful traits. He was born in Jalisco, Mexico and loved baseball, fishing, hunting and branding animals. Jose worked 54 years in agriculture. He will be missed and cherished by all that knew him.
Jose is survived by wife, Magdalena Aguirre...
Rafael De La Torre
Mar 26, 2025
Rafael De La Torre was a humble, hard-working, simple man. He had a genuine love for his family and appreciation for his community.
Rafael was born on 6/15/1949 in El Rancho del Tecolote Jalisco, Mexico. Juan and Maria del Refugio, his parents, raised Rafael along with 8 siblings: Jose, Miguel, Manuel, Maria, Soledad, Antonio, Jesus and Nicolas. His parents instilled great...
Daniel Guerra Gonzalez
Mar 19, 2025
Daniel Guerra Gonzalez passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at the age of 64.
Daniel was born on October 29, 1960, in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico to his parents Esteban Guerra and Elizabeth Gonzalez de Guerra.
Daniel played soccer in his younger days and his love for soccer continued throughout his life. He was a San Francisco 49er fan, loved music,...
Patsy Ruth Mills
Mar 17, 2025
Patsy Ruth Mills passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025, at the age of 93.
Patsy was born on June 21, 1931, to her parents Charles Brasher and Margaret Taylor. She was a resident of La Selva Beach, CA and graduated from Watsonville High School in 1949.
Patsy was a member of Rainbow Girls, NAWIC and National Assoc. of Women in Construction....
Jenny Fraga Walker
Mar 16, 2025
Jenny Fraga Walker passed away on March 16, 2025, at the age of 82.
Jenny was born on September 9, 1942, in Watsonville, California, to her parents Joe and Mary Fraga.
She loved being online whether it was shopping, researching something or playing games. She also loved going to casinos, gambling, playing the lottery and opening scratchers. She was a Life Member...
Emma Alberta Reed Nestler
Mar 15, 2025
Emma Alberta Reed Nestler
August 16, 1926 – March 15, 2025
Emma passed away peacefully on March 15 in her home of over 66 years in Watsonville, California.
Emma was born in Sparta, New Jersey to Edwin Reed and Marguerite Van Sciver Reed. She grew up in Northern New Jersey and graduated from Rockaway High School. Emma was then accepted into the U....
Juana De La Torre-Martinez
Mar 6, 2025
A great woman descended to heaven on March 6, 2025 with her family by her side.
She was born to Narciso and Paula Martinez-Marquez on May 23, 1944 in San Juan De Los Lagos, Jalisco Mexico.
Juana was the youngest of six kids. She came to California in 1986 to reunite with her husband, Antonio De La Torre (deceased 12 yrs ago)....
Sohair Faltas
Mar 6, 2025
Our beloved mother, Sohair Faltas, our "Little Lion," joined the angels on March 6th, 2025. Her quiet strength, unwavering faith, and indomitable spirit shaped us profoundly. She was a steady light, a fierce protector, and a heart that never stopped loving. Born in Assiut, Upper Egypt, Sohair’s name, meaning "the observant one," reflected her gift for listening and making others feel...
Teresa Esperanza Zepeda
Mar 2, 2025
On Sunday, March 2, 2025 Teresa Esperanza Zepeda passed away in San Jose. She was 42.
Teresa was a beautiful soul. She loved her music, dancing, poems and making delicious food for family and parties. Teresa had an infectious laugh that will be remember and cherished by all that knew her. She will be missed.
Teresa is survived by her children, Pearl,...
Jose "Luis" Gutierrez
Feb 26, 2025
On February 26, 2025, Jose Jesus “Luis” Gutierrez passed away in Santa Cruz CA. He was 70.
Jose was born on May 24, 1954, in Coalcoman, Michoacan, Mexico, to his parents Margarito Gutierrez and Josefina Maldonado. He migrated to the United States at 17 years old. He is a resident of Watsonville.
He is survived by his wife, Gloria Castillo, his children,...
Antoinette Griffin Lukrich
Feb 25, 2025
Antoinette Griffin Lukrich, a lifelong resident of Watsonville, passed away suddenly and peacefully on February 25, 2025 at the age of 93. She was born on November 22, 1931, to Rhene and Anton Balich, pioneer Pajaro Valley apple farmers. She attended local public schools and was a proud member of the WHS Class of ’49. Antoinette went on to graduate...
Joel Sandoval Palacios
Feb 22, 2025
Joel Sandoval Palacios passed away on February 22, 2025, at the age of 57.
Joel was born in Teutlan, Jalisco, Mexico on January 12, 1968, to his parents Bacilio Sandoval and Guadalupe Palacios. Joel was a native of Watsonville where he was a member of St. Patrick’s church choir. He enjoyed singing, camping, barbecuing, watching soccer for The Chivas, playing cards,...
Margarita Gonzalez
Feb 22, 2025
On February 22, 2025, Margarita Gonzalez passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 68.
Margarita was born on June 5, 1956, to her parents Felix Barrios and Maria de Jesus Soltero.
Margarita loved to travel, read and spend time with her friends. She was a social butterfly and an oenophile that loved wine tasting. She worked for more than...
Cristina Amick
Feb 21, 2025
Cristina Amick
Cristina was called home Feb. 21st 2025
She was a beautiful soul and a wonderful mother.
She is survived by her family. Her Daughter Addyson, her Father Daniel Amick her mother Carol Wesolowski, her step mother Renee Amick and all of her siblings Nick Capitanich, Joseph Amick, Amanda Pollard and Eric Wesolowski and Kristy Jennings and all of their children
She was...
Jesus Rocha
Feb 20, 2025
Jesus Rocha falleció pacíficamente el jueves 20 de febrero de 2025 a los 29 años.
Jesus nació el 8 de diciembre de 1995 en Watsonville, CA a sus padres Rafael y Blanca Rocha.
Jesus le gustaba escuchar música y jugar deportes. El era un joven sociable el cual viajaba a diferentes destinos. Otro pasatiempo favorito era ir a la playa.
A Jesus le...
Carlos Francisco Lopez
Feb 12, 2025
Carlos Francisco Lopez, 57, quietly left this world on Wednesday, February 12th, after a monthslong battle with cancer. His final breath a soft surrender to a life lived with resolute purpose. Born into a storied family, he was nurtured by the steadfast love of his parents, Maria de Jesus Gomez and Francisco Lopez, and distinguished himself as the eldest of...
Dora Linda Davidson
Feb 11, 2025
Dora Linda Davidson has officially left the building-but not without making sure we’ll never forget her. Born in Turlock California, she made her way through life with laughter, love and just the right amount of mischief. A proud 49ers fan, a free spirit, and a firm believer that Janis Joplin should always be played at full volume, she had a...
