Obituaries
Clay Pamphilon
Jan 5, 2017
Clay Maxwell Pamphilon, 74, died Thursday, January 5th, 2017 at his home with his family after a long battle with cancer. He leaves a wife of nine years, Elena, his daughter Lisa, sons Cameron and Sean and three grandchildren. Born and raised in the East Bay, son of Max and Marjorie, Clay moved to the South Bay to raise...
Frances Davis
Jan 2, 2017
Dearly loved Frances Marie Davis peacefully passed away on Monday, January 2, 2017. Formerly Frances Marie Lopes, she was born May 22, 1926 in Gilroy, California, the only child to Pete and Lucille Lopes. Her family moved to Watsonville when she was very young. She graduated from Watsonville High School in 1944 and married Gordon H. "Bud" Davis on...
Kathy Willoughby
Jan 2, 2017
On Monday, January 2, 2017 Kathy Margarita Willoughby peacefully passed away in Watsonville. She was 69. Kathy loved to read her bible and meditate. Ultimately, she loved her family and her children were her greatest accomplishment in life. Kathy also, enjoyed cooking for her friends and family and cherished spending time with her grandchildren. Kathy is survived by her...
Jose Delgado
Dec 26, 2016
On Monday, December 26, 2016 Jose Reyes Delgado peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Royal Oaks. He was 84. Jose was born on January 4, 1932 in Guanajuato, Mexico. He enjoyed many aspects of life. Jose loved baseball, especially watching his favorite team the SF Giants and also enjoyed boxing. He loved spending time with his grandchildren...
William Manger
Dec 24, 2016
On Saturday, December 24, 2016 William Jean Manger Jr., peacefully passed away in Salinas. He was 86. William was born on September 26, 1930 in Los Angeles, CA. William was a man of many wonderful traits. He was a resident of Aromas for several years. He was a proud owner of Mangers Upholstery and was renowned for his custom...
Salvador Luna
Dec 23, 2016
On Friday, December 23, 2016 Salvador M. Luna peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Salinas. He was 72. Salvador was born on September 2, 1944 in Durango, Durango, Mexico. Salvador was a long-time resident of Watsonville for over 50 years. He was a proud owner of Luna Appliances serving the Watsonville Community for over 30 joyful years...
Carmen Ruiz
Dec 22, 2016
On Thursday, December 22, 2016 Carmen Ruiz "La Mama" peacefully passed away surrounded by her family. She was 68. Carmen was born on September 1, 1948 in Villamar MichoacA�n, Mexico. She enjoyed going camping with her grandchildren and going to the flea markets. Carmen was also a gambler at heart but ultimately, her life was devoted to her family...
Scott Martinez-Valencia
Dec 18, 2016
On Sunday, December 18, 2016 Scott Martinez-Valencia unexpectedly passed away in Fresno, CA. He was 24. Scott was born on September 17, 1992 in Watsonville, CA to his proud parents; George Martinez and Vicky Valencia Martinez. Scott was a man of many wonderful traits and a true handyman. He was a mechanic and had a passion for auto body...
Mike Bulaich
Dec 16, 2016
Mike Novie Bulaich passed away suddenly in his Santa Cruz home on December 16, 2016 at the age of 80. Mike was preceded in death by his parents Milan Bulaich and Vukosava (Ilich) Bulaich. He was born Novica Milan Bulaich on January 7, 1936 in Grahovo, Montenegro. At the age of 3, he migrated with his parents to the...
Barbara Jetter
Dec 14, 2016
Dearly loved, Barbara Jetter passed December 14, 2016 surrounded by family and love. Creative, quick-witted and original, Barbara loved to write, dance, sing and make jokes her entire life. Barbara's curiosity and welcoming nature inspired an adventurous full 93 years, touching numerous others. She is survived by 3 children, Pam, Laurie and Gary, and one grandson, Charlie. Remembrances will...
Jesus Caballero Lazo
Dec 14, 2016
On Wednesday, December 14, 2016 Jesus Caballero Lazo peacefully passed away surrounded by his family. He was 83. Jesus was born on March 6, 1933 in Monterrey Nuevo Leon, Mexico. He loved listening to Nortena Music and to play his accordion. Jesus also enjoyed working on cars and watching boxing. Ultimately, his life was devoted to his family and...
Flossie Mitchell
Dec 14, 2016
Flossie Witt Mitchell, born February 15, 1920 died peacefully December 14, 2016 in Watsonville, California surrounded by family and friends. Flossie lived in Ridgeville, Indiana for over 85 years. Flossie was born in Kentucky to Fred and Kate Witt. She moved to Ridgeville in 1929, and was the first of her family to graduate from Ridgeville High School. She...
Hazel Franotovich
Dec 13, 2016
Although greatly saddened, we are at peace with Mom's death, which ended her long-term struggles with ill health. Her last hours were spent with her children- Nancie, Maureen, Katie and Michael (son-in-law). Hazel Franotovich was born in Salinas to Rose and Alexander, who immigrated from Russia. She grew up in San Jose and Los Angeles. After marriage, she lived...
Teresa Robledo Orozco
Dec 8, 2016
Teresa Robledo Orozco passed away on December 8, 2016 with her Loving family by her side. She was a 90 years old native of San Pedro Tesistan Jalisco, MAC.xico She was born on June 6, 1926 to her proud parents Jose Orozco and Abundia Flores. Teresa worked in a local cannery for 30 years. She was a very hard...
Edwardo Sanchez-Nanez
Dec 7, 2016
On Wednesday, December 7, 2016 Edwardo Sanchez Nanez peacefully passed away in Watsonville. He was 69. Edwardo was a man of many wonderful traits. He enjoyed the outdoors, going fishing, watching the waves, cars, reading, landscaping and horticulturalist. Edwardo also loved to BBQ and spend time with his family who meant the absolute world to him. To a loving...
Jesus Vega
Dec 5, 2016
Jesus (Jess) Vega Sr. passed away on Monday, December 5, 2016. He was 82. Mr. Vega was born in El Torro, CA and raised in Hollister, then moved to Watsonville to purse employments at the Watsonville Cannery. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and children and loved to fish and take rides to Hollister to visit his brothers...
Ruth Hutton
Dec 5, 2016
On December 5, 2016 Ruth Hutton quietly slipped from this life to the next, at home in her bed as she wished. Ruth was born and raised in Watsonville, and with the exception of a couple of newlywed years in Pajaro, lived her entire life on the land on which she was born. A life long member of the...
Reyna Ortega
Nov 30, 2016
Reyna Ortega was born in Torreon Coahuila Mexico On January 6, 1971 to her proud parents Maria and Demetrio Puentes. She has been a resident of Watsonville since 2002. Reyna loved to cook. She made the best flour tortillas among other things. She also loved to dance and was an avid fan of Las Chivas soccer team. She survived...
Emilia Vazquez
Nov 26, 2016
On Saturday, November 26, 2016 Emilia Vazquez peacefully passed away in the comfort of her home surrounded by her entire family in Watsonville. She was 63. Emilia was a woman of strong character and many wonderful traits. Her life was devoted to her family and their happiness. Emilia was a devoted and loving mother but her more important role...
Jerry King
Nov 26, 2016
On Saturday, November 26, 2016 Jerry Duane King peacefully passed away in comfort of his wife at their residence in Watsonville. He was 80. Jerry was a man of many wonderful traits. He was an outstanding pilot and loved to fly and always enjoyed looking into the beautiful sky. His life was also devoted to his beloved wife and...
