Obituaries

Nov 29, 2015

On Sunday, November 29, 2015, Maria Ester Ortegon peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. Maria was born on May 8, 1947 in Kingsville, Texas to her proud parents; Meliton and Diamantina Ortegon. Maria enjoyed going to bingo and going on trips to the casino. She loved family gatherings, especially going on walks around the town with...

Nov 24, 2015

Arnold Hamilton, a longtime resident of Watsonville went to be with God on 11-24-15. He recently celebrated his 100 birthday in August with many of his family and friends. He was active in the California State Retirees Chapter 36 and the California State Employees Assn. having served as a Director in the 1980's. He was also a member of...

Nov 21, 2015

On November 21, 2015, Ranulfo Ortiz Diaz peacefully passed around surrounded by his family in Santa Cruz, CA. He was 52. Ranulfo was born on May 27, 1963 in Mexico to his proud parents; Francisco and Carmen Ortiz Diaz. Ranulfo was a wonderful man whose life was devoted to his family and their happiness. He truly cherished family gatherings,...

Nov 16, 2015

On Monday, November 16, 2015, Rafaela Melchor peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Santa Cruz. She was 72. Rafaela was born on October 24, 1943 in Cofradia de Duendes, Tecolotlan Mexico to her proud parents; Elias Cosio and Ramona Espinoza. Rafaela's life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She cherished being surrounded by her children...

Nov 12, 2015

On Thursday, November 12, 2015, Jose Flores Serrano peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Watsonville. He was 90. Jose was born on December 5, 1924 in San Pedro Tesistan, Jalisco Mexico to his proud parents; Emiliano and Febronia Flores Serrano. Jose was a great grandfather who raised his 5 grandkids and great grandkids. He taught his grandkids...

Nov 6, 2015

On Friday, November 6, Lois Ota passed away in her home following a lengthy battle against cancer at the age of 93. She was born in Gilroy on June 27, 1922, the third child of seven. She attended elementary school in San Juan Bautista and La Selva Beach, and graduated from Watsonville High School in 1940. There she was...

Nov 4, 2015

Rodrigo Retamoza, 84, passed away on November 4, 2015 surrounded by his family. He was born in Cosala, Sinaloa, December 18, 1930 to Maria Sanchez and Felipe Retamoza.

He was employed for Bud Antle for 20 years and then became self employed marketing Mexican imports. He loved to spend time with his family. His hobbies included fishing,...

Nov 2, 2015

Mrs. Alicia Elena Martinez peacefully passed away at home in the early morning of Monday, November 2, surrounded by her children. Mrs. Martinez (neAC. Alicia Elena Galarce Bardi), a resident of Watsonville for the past 44 years, was the widow of Dr. Marco Martinez, and is survived by her children, Marco A. Martinez-Galarce, Alicia Elena Rola, Dennis S. Martinez-Galarce,...

Oct 30, 2015

On October 30, 2015, Patrick Wall unexpectedly passed away surrounded by his family. He was 19. Patrick was born on July 19, 1996 in Watsonville, CA to his proud parents; Daniel and Lori Wall. Patrick enjoyed many things about life such as playing video games, listening to music and watching the Oakland Raiders. Most importantly he cherished the time...

Oct 28, 2015

Joe C. Lopez passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 28th 2015 in the hospital with his wife, sons and loving family by his side. He had just celebrated his 80th birthday last month.

Joe was born September 2nd, 1935 in the San Fernando Valley in Pacoima California to Eluterio and Pilar Lopez. Moved from there to Delano...

Oct 27, 2015

It is with deep sorrow that we share the news that our beloved Tosh went to be with his Creator on Tuesday, October 27, 2015. Tosh was born on a stormy day at Community Hospital of Santa Cruz. All who knew Tosh knew him as a kind and gentle spirit; his transparency, authenticity and honesty about life were infectious....

Oct 26, 2015

On Monday, October 26, 2015 Juan J. Guerrero unexpectedly passed away in Watsonville, CA. He was 48. Juan was born on June 24, 1967 in Jalisco, Mexico to his proud parents; Jose and Graciela Guerrero. Juan's life was devoted to his family and their happiness. He cherished spending time with his children and truly loved his wife. Juan also...

Oct 22, 2015

Harold N. Cross passed to the loving arms of our Heavenly Father on October 22, 2015 after suffering from cancer for several years. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Mary, his 10 terrific children: Chris (Vicki), Martha Brown (Ben). Colleen, Kellen (Susan), Noel (Amy), Andrea Staton (Steve), Kathleen McCready (Michael), Brendan (Jenna), Kerstin Pocock (Tim),...

Oct 21, 2015

On Wednesday, October 21, 2015 Jose Velez Ibarra peacefully passed away surrounding his family at Dominican Hospital. He was 86. Jose was born on August 1, 1929 in MichoacA�n, Mexico to his proud parents; Tomas and Petra Velez Ibarra. He loved to spending time and watching the waves at the beach and enjoyed listening to his Spanish audio Bible....

Oct 20, 2015

On October 20, 2015, Marion Mary Laughlan peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at Watsonville Community Hospital. She was 76. Marion was born on January 10, 1939 in Scotland to her proud parents; Nisbet and Mary Muir, the younger sister of Grace and Tom. Marion was a woman of many wonderful traits. She was a volunteer at Faith...

Oct 20, 2015

On Tuesday, October 20, 2015 Martha A. Cortes of Royal Oaks peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in San Leandro, CA. She was 79. Mrs. Cortes was born on July 29, 1936 in Mexico to her proud parents; Mateo and Rosa Arevolo. Martha was a loving and caring wife; mother, grandmother and friend. She cherished spending time with...

Oct 20, 2015

On Tuesday, October 20, 2015 Rafaela Lovato peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 101. Rafaela was born on April 22, 1914 in Texas to her parents; Felix and Christina Espinoza. Rafaela was a woman of many wonderful traits. She enjoyed knitting, cleaning the house and cooking making tamales for her family and friends. Rafaela...

Oct 18, 2015

Rodolfo "Rudy" Hernandez Sr. passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Sunday October 18th, 2015, he was 64. Rudy was born in Apaseo El Alto Guanajuato, Mexico on April 17,1951 to his proud parents Vicente and late Petra Hernandez. He was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle and grandfather. He is preceded in death by his son Rudy...

Oct 17, 2015

On October 17, 2015 Gregorio "Greg" Rodriguez Jr., unexpectedly passed away in Merced, CA. He was 31. Greg was born on September 30, 1984 in Watsonville, CA to his proud parents; Gregorio Rodriguez and Lupe Silva. He enjoyed many things about life such as his family, spending time with his 2 nieces, playing soccer and his love for the...

Oct 13, 2015

On Tuesday, October 13, 2015 Domingo Joseph Galvan III peacefully passed away in Santa Cruz. He was 39. Domingo was born on August 15, 1976 in Moss Landing, CA to his proud parents; Domingo Richard Galvan Jr. and Esperanza Galvan. He was a graduate of North Monterey County High School and a diehard Dallas Cowboy and Los Angeles Laker...