Obituaries

Oct 5, 2015

Maureen Gloria Gumm-Schmidt passed away October 5, 2015 in the early morning surrounded by her loving family in her Prunedale home.

Maureen was born January 23, 1937 the daughter of Joseph Frank and Dorothy Fry in Santa Cruz. Maureen worked for JJ Crosetti for 25 years as a floor supervisor. She retired from Wrigley's after 5 years...

Sep 27, 2015

On Sunday, September 27, 2015 Geneva Cecil peacefully passed away in Watsonville, CA. She was 87. Geneva was born on March 11, 1928 in Oklahoma to her proud parents; Andrew and Violet Cecil. Geneva was a woman of many wonderful traits. She received her Mastered Degree in Education and was a teacher for many joyful years. Geneva loved to...

Sep 22, 2015

James E. Leahy Jr. passed away at his home in Watsonville, CA on Sept 22, 2015. He was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer six years ago, but prayed deeply and called upon his well-known, uncanny toughness to extend his life to spend more time with his family and show his grandchildren love for as long as possible.

Sep 20, 2015

Kathryn (Katie) Ann Winter (Kesovia) went home to be with the Lord and was reunited with her parents Vito and Lena Kesovia, Sister, Mae Kesovia and great nephew Eric Pridemore Sunday, September 20th. She passed away peacefully at the home she loved and lived in for over 50 years. She was a 74 year old Watsonville native, who attended...

Sep 19, 2015

On Saturday, September 19, 2015, Eligia Castillo Montes peacefully passed away surrounded by hwr family in Royal Oaks, CA. She was 87. Eligia was born on January 1, 1928 in Cueramaro Guanajuato, Mexico to her proud parents; Miguel and Maria Castillo. Eligia was a woman of many wonderful traits. Her life was devoted to her family and their happiness....

Sep 17, 2015

Luis "Louie" Delgado peacefully passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2015 at the age of 86. Mr. Delgado was born on May 23, 1929 to Melquiades and Eloisa Delgado in Hagerman, New Mexico. He came to California as a young man where he learned the plumbing trade. He was employed by various plumbing companies and was a member of...

Sep 9, 2015

On Wednesday, September 9, 2015, Lucio Luna ZuA�iga peacefully passed away surrounding his family in Santa Cruz, CA. He was 63. Lucio was born on December 15, 1952 in Mexico to his parents; Daniel and Irene Luna ZuA�iga. Lucio was a hard worker, loving and generous man. He was a proud owner of Luna Landscaping and was a true...

Sep 9, 2015

On Wednesday, September 9, 2015, Rosendo Calderon Diaz peacefully passed away surrounding his family in Watsonville. He was 62. Rosendo was born on September 15, 1952 in Mexico to his parents; Ladislao and Maria Calderon Diaz. Rosendo was a man of many wonderful characteristics. He truly enjoyed woodshop, gardening and anything to do with the outdoors and agriculture. Rosendo...

Sep 7, 2015

On Monday, September 7, 2015 Sergio Cruz Sr. peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Watsonville. He was 54. Sergio was born on October 25, 1960 in Mexico to his proud parents; Elpidio and Delia Cruz. Sergio was a true soccer fan and was an automobile fanatic. He's life was devoted to his family and their happiness. Sergio...

Sep 7, 2015

On Monday, September 7, 2015 Kathleen Helen Redenbaugh peacefully passed away in Watsonville. She was 89.

Kathleen was born on July 7, 1926 in Hurland, Missouri to her proud parents, Homer and Mary Buhl.

Kathleen was a woman of many wonderful traits. She received her Bachelor's Degree and was a teacher for over 20 joyful...

Sep 1, 2015

On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 Adelaida Mijares peacefully passed away in Watsonville, CA. She was 90. Adelaida was born on December 16, 1924 in Mexico to her parents; Francisco and Maria Ortiz-Mijares. Adelaida was a woman of many wonderful qualities. She loved to laugh, listen to music and truly cherished spending time with her grandchildren and family. Adelaida's life...

Sep 1, 2015

On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 Elton Riley peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Santa Cruz, CA. He was 81. Elton was born on October 21, 1933 in Oklahoma to his proud parents; Harvey and Mary Riley. Elton worked for Union Ice for 40 joyful years. He loved animals, camping, fishing and listening to country music. Elton cherished...

Aug 25, 2015

On Tuesday, August 25, 2015, Jeanette Bishop peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 89. Jeanette was born on January 18, 1926 in Roe, Arkansas to her proud parents; Loyd and Alice Jackson. Jeanette was a woman of many wonder traits. She was a proud member of the Freedom Children Center where she was a...

Aug 20, 2015

Marianne passed peacefully with her family at her side on Thursday evening. She lived a wonderful 65 years, growing up and raising her family in Watsonville, California. To know Marianne was to love her. She made instant friends wherever she went, starting conversations that could last for hours. Her family brought her most joy, having unconditional love that was...

Aug 19, 2015

Ernie Vasquez Ernie Vasquez died peacefully surrounded by his family in his home in Salinas on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2015. Mr. Vasquez enjoyed shopping at thrift stores and yard sales to find objects to refurbish and personalize. He was an avid 49er fan. He also enjoyed playing dominos with his wife, family reunion barbecues, and spending time with his...

Aug 19, 2015

On Wednesday, August 19, 2015, Rosemary Moran peacefully passed away at Watsonville Community Hospital. She was 90 years old. She was born on April 2, 1925 in Henniepin, Minnesota to her proud parents. When Rosemary was 13, her sister Jane and parents left Minnesota and traveled west and settled in San Francisco, CA, where she met and married her...

Aug 15, 2015

On Saturday, August 15, 2015 Martha Alicia Galan peacefully passed away in Pacoima, California. She was 54. Alicia was born on December 15, 1960 in Guadalajara Jalisco, Mexico to her proud parents; Andres and Felicitas Ramirez Romero. Alicia was a woman of many wonderful traits. She was outgoing, loving, caring and always enjoyed being social with others. Most importantly...

Aug 2, 2015

Joan E. Thompson, 83, a native of Corralitos and longtime resident of Watsonville, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2015 in Walnut Creek, CA, after a short illness. Joan was born in Santa Cruz County on October 9, 1931. She lived in Watsonville until 2005 and resided in Walnut Creek for the last 10 years.

Joan was...

Aug 1, 2015

On Saturday, August 1, 2015 Alicia F. Fernandez peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at Watsonville Community Hospital. She was 79. Alicia was born on September 16, 1935 in Gomez Farias, MichoacA�n Mexico to her proud parents, Antonio Fernandez Valdez and Natalia Fernandez Gomez. She loved to keep a clean house and cook for her family. Alicia's life...

Jul 30, 2015

On Thursday, July 30th Jay L. Curtis, 61, passed away at Watsonville Community Hospital of liver failure. Jay was born on June 23, 1954 in San Francisco, CA to Walter M. Curtis and Bette A. Curtis. Jay worked at his father's Unocal 76 station in his early 20's in Watsonville. He then worked for Pajaro Valley Preventions and Community...