Obituaries

Feb 8, 2015

James R Lawrence Sr. (Bob) passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2015 in his Watsonville home with family at his side. He was 87 years old.

He was born June 11, 1927 in Laurel, Montana. As a young child his family traveled to California and set up roots in Watsonville where he attended schools in the Pajaro...

Feb 5, 2015

John "Jack" Winslow Corrigan, Jr. died in Watsonville on Thursday, February 5, 2015 after a brief illness. He was 71.

Jack was born on September 22, 1943 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to John and Elizabeth Corrigan. When he was nine, the family relocated to San Mateo, CA where they lived for three years before moving to Cutter Drive...

Feb 3, 2015

On February 3, 2015 Marcelo Ortega suddenly passed away in Watsonville, CA. He was 62.

Marcelo was born on August 5, 1952 in Stockton California to his proud parents Marcelo M. and Dolores Estrada Ortega.

He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Marcelo had a strong desire for helping others and his family. Marcelo's life was devoted...

Jan 30, 2015

Sonny was born on March 11, 1946 in Salinas, CA to parents, Virginia and Mamerto "Max" Sulay. He passed away at the age of 68, on January 30, 2015 in his Watsonville home with family at his side. Sonny attended Watsonville High School and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1964. He served on the U.S.S. Constellation (CV-64) and...

Jan 29, 2015

On January 29, 2015, Angelica Garcia Arias peacefully passed away surrounded by her beloved husband and family in Los Angeles, Ca. She was 40.

Angelica's life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She cherished family gatherings and spending time with her children. Angelica enjoyed camping and cooking. Her smile, love and cooking will be missed...

Jan 29, 2015

Harwood Allen Day was born to Lorraine and Alex Day on May 6, 1931 in San Francisco, California. Delores was his sister. Harwood graduated from Alisal High School in Salinas, California. He married Mary Ann Spikula of Watsonville, California, and moved to that city. Harwood and Mary Ann had a daughter named Lori Ann. Woody worked for several local...

Jan 25, 2015

On Sunday, January 25, 2015, Maria del Rosario Parra de Hernandez peacefully passed away in Watsonville, CA. She was 96 years old.

Maria was a loving mother, grandmother and cherished time with her family and friends. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, arts & crafts, reading and cooking.

Maria has peacefully gone to be with her heavenly...

Jan 25, 2015

Mauricio Baca died peacefully in his sleep Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015 surrounded by family. He was 83.

He was born on Feb. 29, 1932 in Raton, New Mexico. He fell in love and married his soulmate Paula (Carranco) on Dec. 8, 1951.

He made Watsonville his home for 65 years. He worked at Del Mar...

Jan 23, 2015

Mary Ann was born on October 2, 1926 to Anna and Martin Spikula in Watsonville, California. Vincent was her beloved brother who died in World War II in the battle of the Bulge. On January 23, 2015, Mary Ann Day passed away at her home in Watsonville, California after fighting a short battle with a rare jawbone cancer. She...

Jan 11, 2015

Joanne T. Yahiro, a long-time resident of Watsonville, died peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015, surrounded by her family in her home. She was 69. Mrs. Yahiro attended E.A. Hall Elementary School, Watsonville High School and Cabrillo College. She enjoyed attending the Westview Presbyterian Church of Watsonville and was an active member of their community. She will be remembered...

Jan 11, 2015

On January 11, 2015 Adrian G. Lopez passed away in Aromas California. He was 59 years old.

Born on December 16, 1955 in Santa Rosa, Zacatecas to his proud parents Adrian and Anna Lopez-Gonzales.

Adrian loved listening to music and spending time with his family, friends and dog Dana.

He is survived by...

Jan 9, 2015

Jennie Donatini age 81 passed away peacefully at her home in Aptos on January 9, 2015 surrounded by her four daughters. Born in San Francisco to Italian immigrants, Anselmo and Richetta Azzaro, Jennie moved to Santa Cruz with her family at the age of 13. She attended Santa Cruz High School and graduated in 1951. At the age of...

Jan 7, 2015

Matthew James Paljetak came into this world as an early surprise the morning of August 10th, 1976 to the proud parents of Mato and Judy Paljetak and his big brother Mark. His journey was cut short on January 7, 2015 when he passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family, the love of his life and his faithful furry...

Jan 6, 2015

On January 6, 2015, Raul Escamilla Cervantes peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Watsonville, CA. He was 53 years old.

Raul was born on February 12, 1961 in Zamora MichoacA�n, Mexico to his proud parents Jose and Martha Escamilla-Cervantes.

Raul was a noble, humble and hardworking man. His life was devoted to his...

Jan 5, 2015

June Celestine Delfino died peacefully in her sleep on Monday, January 5, 2015 in Los Banos, California at the age of 91. She was born on June 4, 1923 in San Francisco, California. She was predeceased by her parents John and Mary Capurro, brothers Mervin and John (Bud) Capurro, and husband of 65 years, Louis H. Delfino. She graduated...

Jan 4, 2015

Ann Read was born Clara Annabel Sobey in Vallejo, CA. She attended Vallejo High School, and then went on to study at CAL Berkeley. There she met her husband, Chester Read. They married on October 3, 1937. Ann had been a resident of Watsonville, CA for over 60 years. She faithfully attended the United Presbyterian Church. She was also...

Jan 2, 2015

Domitila F. Martinez passed away peacefully in her home Friday January 2, 2015 at the age of 80. She was born on May 6, 1934 to her proud parents Pioquinto and Marcelina Diaz in Huandacareo MichoacA�n, Mexico. Ms. Martinez proudly worked for T.W. Apples Cold Storage Company all the way up to when she retired. Domitila was often surrounded...

Jan 2, 2015

Socorro Rodriguez lost her battle to cancer early morning on Friday, January 2, 2015. She was 88 years old.

Born on January 23, 1926 in Jiquilpan, Michoacan (Mexico), Socorro lived a long and prosperous life. She was the heart and soul of a family whom loved and will miss her very much.

She was the...

Jan 1, 2015

Ruth B. Gomez died peacefully in her home Thursday January 1st 2015 at the age of 101. Ms. Gomez did many different things in her lovely life from being a laborer, a homemaker and even a private cook. Ruth was very crafty and could make or sew just about anything; quilts were one of her specialties, she also loved...

Dec 31, 2014

On December 31st 2014 William Kerr Elliott passed away at the age of 89.

Bill was born in Pittsburgh, Pa to the parents of William C Elliott and Hattie Belle Marsh Elliott on Feb 23rd 1925. Bill was a veteran of WWII serving in the 333rd Airdrome Squadron of the Army Air Corp. After the war Bill...