Obituaries
Gerard Mabie
Feb 6, 2018
Gerard (Jerry) Mabie died on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2018 at San Jose Regional Center after a tragic accident. He was 71. He was born on May, 18, 1946 in San Francisco to Eldon and Eleanor (Gustafson) Mabie. He spent his growing up years in Watsonville, where he enjoyed family outings, tinkering with gadgets and later electronics, camping and other...
Jose Aguilar
Feb 2, 2018
Jose Juan Aguilar, a resident of Santa Cruz, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2018. He was 50. Mr. Aguilar was born April 16, 1967 in Salvatierra Guanajuato. He was a very friendly man who loved to take daily walks and would sum up a conversation with anybody that he would meet. He is survived by his mother,...
Thomas Hewett
Feb 1, 2018
On Thursday, February 1, 2018, Thomas Guy Hewett peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Freedom, CA. He was 84. Thomas was born on December 12, 1933 in Walters, Oklahoma. Thomas graduated from Watsonville High School and served as an Air Policeman in the US Airforce. He was later employed with the Watsonville Fire Department and he retired...
Ygnacio Duran Avila
Jan 28, 2018
On January 28th Ygnacio Duran Avila passed away surrounded by his family in Capitola. He was 83. Ygnacio was born in Chihuanua, Mexico and later moved to Watsonville. He was a dedicated family man that worked very hard. He worked at Clint Miller Farms for more than 40 years as a Heavy Equipment Operator. Above all he loved his...
Rene De La Torre
Jan 16, 2018
Rene J De La Torre passed away on January 16th in Moss Landing. He was 44. Rene was a resident of Watsonville. He graduated from Watsonville High School and later attended Cabrillo College. To a loving Son, Brother and Friend you will be forever missed and your memory cherished in our hearts. He is survived by his mother, Rosa...
Kenneth Kannely
Jan 9, 2018
On Tuesday, January 9, 2018 Kenneth Kerman Kannely peacefully passed away surrounded by his family. He was 90. Kenneth was a 3rd generation Gilroy, California native, where he last resided in Watsonville, CA. He worked for Granite Construction Company as Equipment Manager for the majority of his working career, retiring in 1993. He loved ocean fishing, and traveling with...
Ron Castle
Jan 2, 2018
On Tuesday, January 2, 2018, Ron Castle peacefully passed away in the presence of his wife Rachel at home. He was 80. Ron was a resident of Aptos for over 40 happy years. He was a retired Civil Engineer with CalTrans and volunteered for the Sheriffs Office in Aptos for over 10 years. Ron was the past President with...
Genevieve Martinez Diaz
Jan 1, 2018
On Monday, January 1, 2018 Genevieve "Juanita" Martinez Diaz peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at Watsonville Community Hospital. She was 86. Juanita enjoyed dancing, watching movies, staying indoors and being surrounded by her loved ones. She was devoted to her family and their happiness. She will be truly missed and her memory cherished within our hearts. She...
Esther Betanzo
Dec 28, 2017
On Thursday, December 28, 2017 Esther Betanzo peacefully passed away surrounded by her family. Esther was born on November 1, 1950 in Oaxaca, Mexico. She was a devoted Catholic and nurturing Mother. She cherished spending time with her family who meant the absolute world to her. To a loving Wife, Mother, Sister and Grandmother you will be forever missed...
Juan Balderas Ruano
Dec 27, 2017
On Wednesday, December 27, 2017 Juan Balderas Ruano peacefully passed away surrounded by his family. He was 60. Juan was born on April 9, 1957 in Mexico to his proud parents; Juan and Elisa Balderas Ruano. Juan enjoyed many aspects of life. Most importantly he appreciated and cherished the time spent with his family who meant the absolute world...
Donald Chisholm
Dec 21, 2017
Donald W. Chisholm, 71, known to most Wally, died December 21, 2017 of pancreatic cancer. He passed away at home with his wife, Beth, nephew Dennis, family, close friends and beloved dog Wendy by his side. He was born on December 18, 1946 to Fred (Poppy) Chisholm and Dorothy (Annie) (Smith) Chisholm in Freedom, CA. As a kid he...
Isabel Espiritu
Dec 13, 2017
On Wednesday, December 13, 2017 Isabel G. Espiritu passed away unexpectedly. Isabel was a woman of many wonderful traits. She loved reading, dancing (even though she wasn't that good at it,) gardening especially tending to her orchids. Isabel was also a very long time member of the Filipino Community of Watsonville. She received her Bachelors in Science Degree in...
Claudine Lopes
Dec 12, 2017
On December 12, 2017 Claudine passed from the Loving arms of her Family to the open arms of her Savior. She was 82.
Claudine was born to Frank and Bettie Tibbitts on July 17th 1935 in Watsonville, Ca. She married Ronald H. Lopes on August 14th 1954. They were married for 63 years until her passing. Claudine...
Judy Ragsdell
Dec 4, 2017
On Monday, December 4, 2017 Judy Anne Ragsdell passed away surrounded by her family. She was 69. Judy was born and raised in Watsonville, graduating from Watsonville High School, and attended classes at Cabrillo College. She was a devout Catholic who fully lived a lifetime of being a wonderful mother, grandmother, wife and friend to us all. She possessed...
Jose Gomez Lepe
Dec 1, 2017
On Friday, December 1, 2017 Jose Guadalupe Gomez Lepe peacefully passed away surrounded by his family. Jose was born on December 6, 1946 in Jalisco Mexico. His life was devoted to his family and their happiness. He cherished family gatherings and spending time with his grandchildren. To a loving Husband, Father, Brother and Grandfather you will be forever missed...
Jesse Ramirez
Dec 1, 2017
On December 1, 2017 Jesse P. Ramirez peacefully passed away surrounded by his family at Dominican Hospital. He was 49. Jesse was a man dedicated to his community. He thrived to help children and teens stay away from gangs by building lowrider bikes. In 2012 he won Father of the Year. He was a great, selfless man that will...
Frank Capurro
Nov 30, 2017
On Thursday, November 30, 2017 Frank "Bud" Capurro peacefully passed away surrounded by his family at his residence. Bud was a well-respected member of the local agricultural community. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and golfing. Bud was also a proud member of the 20/30 Club, Elks Club, Moss Landing Yacht Club, Knights of Columbus and Mora High School Boosters. Ultimately,...
Daniel Martin
Nov 29, 2017
On November 29, 2017 Daniel W. Martin passed away surrounded by his family in Monterey. He was 77. Daniel was born on January 20, 1940 and was a man of many wonderful traits. He was a plumber and a proud member of First Baptist Church for many years. Ultimately, he loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. To...
Stephen Martinelli
Nov 28, 2017
Stephen C. Martinelli, the former President of S. Martinelli & Co, died peacefully at home at the ripe old age of 87 on November 28th, surrounded by his loving family.
He represented the third generation of the award-winning apple juice and sparkling cider company that was founded by his grandfather, Stephen G. Martinelli in 1868. He joined...
Pedro Sanchez
Nov 19, 2017
On November 19, 2017 Pedro Guillermo Sanchez peacefully passed away surrounded by his family at Stanford Hospital. He was 41. Pedro enjoyed many things such as horses, Rodeo's, classic cars, traveling to Mexico and spending time with his family and friends. To a loving Son, Brother and Friend you will be forever missed and your memory always cherished within...
