Obituaries

Apr 18, 2017

Dolores was born in Fresno, California on May 26, 1922, and died peacefully with her daughter by her side late Tuesday night April 18th. She was 94 years old and had truly looked forward to meeting her Lord. Dolores was preceded in death by her husband Wayne, in 1997. She is survived by her only daughter, Debbie Harlan of...

Apr 17, 2017

Roselia Medina Garcia, 48 of Watsonville, California passed away peacefully in her home on April 17th, 2017.

Born June 11th, 1968 in Agua Blanca, Jalisco; she is the daughter of Francisco Medina and Maria Napoles.

Despite fighting Multiple Myeloma for 4 years, she always remained strong for her family. She loved cooking, and always provided...

Apr 13, 2017

On Thursday, April 13, 2017 James M. Flores peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Prunedale. He was 61. James enjoyed classic car shows, Judo, fishing, going camping and BBQing with his family and friends. James was an avid fan of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Oakland Raiders and was a member of Castroville Midnights Car Club. James proudly...

Apr 13, 2017

June Bennett Estill Glenn Hoskins d'Estelle, beloved partner of Peter A. Navarro, passed away in Watsonville on April 13 at age 96. June was born on June 20, 1920 in Alameda, CA. She was the daughter of Chester D. and Virginia C. Estill. June is preceded by her sister Lois Marilyn Waikiki in 2001 (Walter d. 2007). Her brother...

Apr 11, 2017

Kelly Lynn Hurley passed away unexpectedly in New York City on April 11, 2017. Kelly was born on September 26, 1985 to Susie M. Southwood and Robert E. Hurley, Jr. in Watsonville, CA. She was 31 years old.

Kelly was a fitness enthusiast, avid reader, a strong activist for social change and enjoyed engaging discussions. She also...

Apr 6, 2017

On April 6, 2017 Marcelina Lopez Ruiz peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 84. Marcelina was born on May 21, 1932 in Bellavista, Jalisco Mexico. Marcelina was a woman of many wonderful traits. She loved attending her daily Elderday in Santa Cruz, where she loved her friends and the staff dearly. Ultimately, her life...

Apr 4, 2017

Kathleen McGrath of Watsonville passed away on April 4, 2017 in her home of her mother, Dorothy McGrath. She died peacefully in her sleep at the age of 72 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Her son Harold and his wife Leticia Rodgers, who had tirelessly cared for her since 2014, were by her side. Kathleen was born on...

Apr 2, 2017

On Sunday, April 2, 2017 Francisca C. Felix peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 87. Francisca was a woman of many wonderful traits. She was a long time employee of Ametex Pacific Ext and Smith and Vendiver. Ultimately, her life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She cherished spending time with them...

Mar 30, 2017

On Thursday, March 30, 2017 Maria De La "Luz" Marin Zuniga peacefully passed away surrounded by her family Salinas. She was 59. Maria was born on March 24, 1958 in Acambaro Guanajuaro, Mexico. Maria enjoyed dancing, gardening and flowers. Ultimately, she loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. To a loving Wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother and Friend...

Mar 30, 2017

On Thursday, March 30, 2017 Rafael Vergel Lopez peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Watsonville. He was 94. Rafael was born on August 18, 1922 in Guanajuato, Mexico. Rafael was a big fan of crossword puzzles and Western Films. He was very into story telling about his past experiences and was a proud retired Chief of Police...

Mar 28, 2017

Ruby Mae Handley Franzke, age 99, was residing in Gladstone, Oregon at the time of her death on March 28, 2017. She was born in Tracy, California on January 8, 1918, the first of two children born to Nettie Jane Garlick and Alexander Handley. Her brother, Grover, was born when Ruby was a teenager. Ruby graduated from Salinas High...

Mar 27, 2017

Our mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Tanumia Fepulea'i died peacefully in Aromas at the home of her daughter Fiaau (Ohmann) and son-in-law Kent Ohmann on Monday, March 27th at 5am, surrounded by her loved ones. Tanumia was born in the South Pacific, in the Manu'a island of Ta'u (American Samoa), in the village of Faleasao. She moved to Menlo...

Mar 27, 2017

On Monday, March 27, 2017 Gladys Blair peacefully passed away surrounded by her family. She was 89. Gladys was a woman of many wonderful traits. She enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with her family especially her grandchildren who meant the world to her. Gladys will be will forever missed and cherished by all that knew her. She was...

Mar 26, 2017

On Sunday, March 26, 2017 Eva Ortiz passed away surrounded by her family in Santa Cruz, CA. She was 74. Eva loved taking long walks with her husband and enjoyed going to Church on Saturdays. She was a woman of strong faith who was always ready to help others. Her favorite pastime was to be around her family, especially...

Mar 26, 2017

On Sunday, March 26, 2017 Jennie R. Lopez peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 91. Jennie was a woman of many wonderful traits. She was retired from Green Giant and worked for 25 joyful years. Ultimately, her life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She cherished spending time with her grandchildren who...

Mar 21, 2017

On March 21, 2017 Robert Cervantes passed away unexpectedly in Salinas California. He was 48. Robert was born on August 3, 1968 in Castroville California. Robert's life was devoted to his family and their happiness. He loved his cat, drawing beautiful pictures and enjoyed spending quality time with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his...

Mar 21, 2017

Virginia E. McClune passed away on March 21, 2017 in Covina, CA. She was born on May 20, 1925 in Hanford, CA to parents Everett & Maude Hamilton. She married Dale W McClune in 1946 and after living in Watsonville for 57 years, spent her last 12 years with her daughter in Azusa. She is survived by her 2...

Mar 20, 2017

On Monday, March 20, 2017 Celeste Da Gloria Melo passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 83. Celeste was born on December 19, 1933 in SA�o Mateus Terceira Acores. She moved to Watsonville in 1985. Celeste was a woman of many wonderful traits. She loved to crochet and enjoyed her ice cream. Above all, she cherished...

Mar 19, 2017

On Sunday, March 19, 2017 Gerald Patrick Marquez Sr. peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Modesto. He was 64. Anyone who knew Gerald would know he enjoyed riding his bike and recycling. He was not one to stay in one place, as his favorite pass time was his travels with his wife. He was always planning their...

Mar 14, 2017

Mr. J AsunciA�n Vega Heredia passed away on Tuesday March 14, 2017 in Watsonville, CA in the presence of his family at home.

Mr. Vega was born on April 2, 1941 in PurAC.pero de EchA�iz, MichoacA�n, MAC.xico to Maria Heredia and LA�cio Vega. As a young boy and teen, he herded sheep and cattle alongside his brothers....