Obituaries
Gabriel Alvarez Zamora
Jul 5, 2016
On Tuesday, July 5, 2016 Gabriel Alvarez Zamora peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Santa Cruz. He was 92. Gabriel was born on November 15, 1923 in Gomez Fariois MichoacA�n, Mexico. Gabriel was an excellent Husband, Father, Son, Brother and Grandfather. He was always proud of his achievements in life. Gabriel was a hard worker and was...
Earl Layne
Jun 29, 2016
Earl Layne, a resident of Watsonville, passed away on June 29, 2016. Earl was born May 14, 1929 to Curtis and Verna Layne. He grew up in Watsonville attending local schools and joined the Navy in 1948. Earl worked for PG&E for 35 years and developed many great friendships with his fellow employees. From his early years, Earl had...
Johnnie Lopez
Jun 28, 2016
Johnnie Lopez, a resident of Watsonville, passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2016. Johnnie was born in La Junta, CO on January 16, 1935. He lived in Watsonville most of his life. Prior to his retirement he was a carpenter. He leaves behind 3 sons: Johnny, Eddie and Michael, 2 daughters: Cynthia and Christina and 7 grandchildren, 1 great...
Ruth Morris
Jun 25, 2016
On Saturday, June 25, 2016 Ruth Carolyn Morris peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at her residence. She was 85. Ruth was a woman of many wonderful traits. She cherished family time and loved gardening. Ruth also loved going to Starbucks to drink her coffee and socialize. Her smile, love and generosity will be forever missed and always...
Letchimy Vena
Jun 22, 2016
Letchimy Vena "Lee" peacefully passed away in her home on June 22, 2016. She was 78 years old. Lee immigrated to Santa Cruz in 1975 from South Vietnam with her 6 children and her mother. She was very proud to start a new life in the US. She worked for 30 joyful years as a CNA and business owner...
Beverley Bontadelli
Jun 17, 2016
On Friday, June 17, 2016 Beverley Bontadelli peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Aptos. She was 91. Beverley received a BA at San Jose State in 1947 where she met her husband, Ernie. They were married for 68 years. She taught management business classes. She worked in the office of their farming in business for 35 years....
Angelo Pimentel
Jun 14, 2016
On Tuesday, June 14, 2016 Angelo Pimentel peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in San Jose. He was 85. Angelo was born on March 7, 1931 in Flores, Azores to his proud parents; Francisco and Maria Pimentel. Angelo was a man of many wonderful traits. He ran Custom Aluminum Windows from 1968 until he retired in 2000. He...
Luis Ramirez
Jun 14, 2016
On Tuesday, June 14, 2016 Luis L. Ramirez Jr. unexpectedly passed away in Watsonville. He was 33. Our "Hero" Always said family and loyalty first. Luis had a great passion for working out and training, proudly looking forward to becoming a professional in the near future. He was a full pledge Chiefs fan. He was always the life of...
Lucy Pedroza
Jun 13, 2016
On Monday, June 13, 2016 Lucy Pedroza peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 90. Lucy was born on April 21, 1926 in Gomez Palacio, Durango Mexico. She was a very strong, independent and loving woman who will be truly missed. Lucy also surrounded herself with family, friends and her pets. Her most notable accomplishment...
Salvador Gutierrez
Jun 13, 2016
On Monday, June 13, 2016 Salvador Gutierrez peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Marina, CA. He was 83. Salvador Gutierrez was born to his proud parents; Jose Gutierrez and Maria Tapia in Villa Jimenez, MichoacA�n. Salvador was a very kind and friendly person with a genuine smile. He had a green thumb when it came to planting...
Jessica Carrillo
Jun 4, 2016
On Saturday, June 4, 2016 a native of Santa Cruz, Jessica Carrillo unexpectedly passed away in Moss Landing, CA. She was 34. Jessica was a woman of many wonderful traits. She loved to travel, dance, sing and was a major food critic. Jessica proudly graduated from CSUNM receiving her Bachelor's Degree in Social & Behavioral Sciences. She was a...
Monica Martinez
Jun 4, 2016
On Saturday, June 4, 2016 Monica Martinez peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 47. Monica was a woman of many wonder traits. Her life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She enjoyed many aspects of life but truly cherished spending time with her grandchildren. To a loving Wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother and...
Arturo Cervantes
Jun 1, 2016
On Wednesday, June 1, 2016 Arturo Cervantes "Tutis" peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Monterey. He was 56. Arturo was born on March 23, 1960 in Mexicali, Baja California to his proud parents; Salvador and Lidia Cervantes Mr. Cervantes enjoyed playing with all his grandchildren and making his family laugh. He will be missed by countless family...
Alfredo Rios
May 30, 2016
On Monday, May 30, 2016 Alfredo A. Rios peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Watsonville. He was 68. Alfredo was born in San Bernardo Guanajuato Mexico to his proud parents; Apolonio and Romana Rios. Alfredo was a very hard working man and who cherished his time working for the Martinelli's Company for many joyful years. He enjoyed...
Matilde Lopez
May 29, 2016
On Sunday, May 29, 2016 Matilde Zamora Lopez peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 89. Matilde was born in MichoacA�n, Mexico to her proud parents Ruben Zamora and Delfina Rios. Matilde life was devoted to her family. She was very family orientated and truly cherished the time she spent with her family. She was...
Jose Rodriguez-Munoz
May 29, 2016
On May 29, 2016 Jose Munoz peacefully passed away in Watsonville surrounded by his family. Jose was a dedicated, hardworking father who enjoyed working on cars. He also loved to watch boxing and classic Spanish movies. He enjoyed Pedro Infante Music. Ultimately, Jose's life was devoted to his family and their happiness. To a loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and...
Maria Herrera
May 26, 2016
On Saturday, May 26, 2016 Maria G. Herrera peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 75. Maria was an active member of the Spanish Seventh Day Adventist Church and loved to read the Bible. She enjoyed going shopping and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her comfort, love and smile will be forever...
Sara Emmons
May 23, 2016
On Monday, May 23, 2016 Sara L. Emmons peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 49. Sara was a loving daughter, sister, mother and friend. She would always make everyone laugh with her great sense of humor. Sara always knew how to cheer people up. She loved to dance and cook with her grandchildren. Sara...
Brian Jones
May 22, 2016
Brian Neil Jones of Aptos, Ca passed away at home with his wife and daughter, Jenna by his side. His parents, Lincoln and Muriel Jones of San Jose, preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Maryanne Avila Jones, children, Jenna Abed and Anisa Sanchez, siblings, Chris (Madeleine Heassler) Jones and Lynn (Glen) Cornett, nephews, Ian Jones,...
Linda Moore
May 22, 2016
On Sunday, May 22, 2016 Linda Joan Moore peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 68. Linda was a woman of many wonderful traits. Linda enjoyed many aspects of life such as Cowboy fast draw, traveling, knitting, tailoring, accounting, family cookouts, gardening and making floral arrangements. Ultimately, her life was devoted to her family and...
