Obituaries
Betty Dickie
May 16, 2015
On Saturday, May 16, 2015 Betty M. Dickie peacefully passed away in Capitola, CA. She was 91. Betty was born on February 22, 1924 in Madrid Nebraska to her proud parents Rex and Nora Carothers. Betty's life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She valued spending time with her family and grandchildren. Her stories and sense of...
Judith Paljetak
May 14, 2015
Judith Lynn Paljetak peacefully passed away on May 14, 2015 in Watsonville, CA, she was 76 years old. Judy was born on February 25, 1939 to Richard and Nola Carpenter in Carmel, CA. She spent her early years growing up in Pacific Grove, CA with her big brother and two sisters. She used to love doing cartwheels on the...
Stanley Moore
May 14, 2015
Stanley Harold Moore passed away May 14, 2015. He was 86 years old at the time of his death having been born April 13, 1929 to Raymond N and Grace (Robbins) Moore in Brawley, California. Stanley arrived in Watsonville in the early 1930's where his father worked harvesting produce. Their first home was at Grant's Campground on Front St....
Jessica Barrett-Fox
May 11, 2015
Jessica Barrett-Fox Jacobson was an angel on earth. She was at her home in La Selva Beach when she passed into heaven on May 11, 2015.
Jessica was born in Elgin, Illinois on January 2, 1974 to Uriel Fox; they moved to Santa Cruz when she was six months old. In 1979 Uriel met and married Ron...
Alex Flores
May 8, 2015
On Friday, May 8, 2015, Alex Flores peacefully passed away surrounded by his family at his residence in San Jose, CA. He was 61. Alex loved music and was a well-known local musician and disc-jockey within the San Jose area. He was a very generous man and enjoyed volunteering at the Senior Center in Visalia, CA. He also cherished...
Frank Rosa
May 7, 2015
On Thursday, May 7th, 2015 a longtime resident of Watsonville, CA, Frank Henry Rosa peacefully passed away. Frank was a man of many wonderful traits. He loved to hunt, golf and BBQ with family and friends. He cherished spending time with his family, who meant the world to him. Frank was apart the American Legion and the California Water...
Betty Baniaga
May 7, 2015
On Thursday, May 7, 2015, Betty Magarin Baniaga passed away peacefully at her home in Watsonville, CA. She was 71 years old.
Betty was born to Francisco and Macrina Magarin in Wanagan, Vintar, Ilocos Norte, Philippines on February 13, 1944.
She immigrated to the United States in 1964 and joined her parents in Cutler, CA....
Irma Rodriguez
May 7, 2015
On Thursday, May 7, 2015, our beloved Queen Irma Cabezuela Rodriguez passed away peacefully at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. She was 53. Irma's sense of humor was priceless. She would always make us laugh and greeted everyone with a welcome smile and love. Irma will be remembered for her intelligence, generosity, toughness and unconditional love and support for her...
Julian Ortiz
Apr 28, 2015
On Tuesday, April 28, 2015, Julian Ortiz Gomez passed away peacefully at his home in Watsonville surrounded by his loving family. He was 72.
Mr. Ortiz was born on September 2, 1942 in Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico. Julian married Socorro Maria Ortiz (deceased) and had three beautiful children. Julian moved to Watsonville in 1986. He met his loving...
Helen Terrell
Apr 24, 2015
Our mother, Helen, left us peacefully after a brief battle with cancer to go to her reward on April 24. She was the last of her generation, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to all. Her admirable life taught us all what true love, faith and strength can do as she gracefully lived her life. She was...
Alan Friedman
Apr 20, 2015
Alan Mark Friedman, lead singer for the Duo Brothers and prominent therapist with the County of Santa Cruz, passed away peacefully in the loving embrace of his wife and children on Monday, Apr. 20, 2015. As a musician, free-thinker, family member, and friend, Alan found his own path and helped many others, particularly young people, find theirs. Some of...
Edward Ingram
Apr 19, 2015
May 9, 1930 - April 19, 2015 Longtime Aptos resident, Ed Ingram, passed away quietly at his Seacliff home Sunday April 19, 2015. He was 84 years old. Ed was born in San Jose, California to Geraldine and Joseph Ingram. Ed was an exceptional student and multi-sport athlete throughout his school years. Some of his athletic records from Lincoln...
Margarita Escareño Espindola
Apr 16, 2015
On Thursday, April 16, 2015 Margarita EscareA�o Espindola peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at her residence. She was 74.
She was born on April 20, 1940 in Coalcoman MichoacA�n, Mexico to her proud parents Jose Espindola and Dolores Sanchez. Margarita loved to garden, the vibrant and colorful flowers in her garden were a direct reflection...
James Butler
Apr 14, 2015
On Tuesday, April 14, 2015 James "Jim" L. Butler peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by his family. He was 79.
James was born on May 1, 1935 in Oklahoma to his proud parents George and Iva Nina Butler.
James was a man of many wonderful traits. He was a long-time truck driver and...
Joe Silva
Apr 12, 2015
Joe Esparza Silva, born September 27th 1928 went home to be with his Lord surrounded with love by his Family Sunday evening April 12th 2015. He was 86. In his early years, Joe enlisted in the Army where he fought in the Korean War as well as being stationed in Germany. After being honorably discharged, Joe lived most of...
Martin Garcia
Apr 9, 2015
On Thursday, April 9, 2015 Martin A. Garcia passed away at his home in Watsonville. At only 50 years young. Martin was born on September 9, 1964 in Mexicali MX. Martin will be remembered for his love of classic cars. In the late 80's Martin was the president of City Style car club. He was a mechanic for most...
Maclovia Moran
Apr 6, 2015
On Monday, April 6, 2015, a long-time resident of Watsonville, Maclovia Moran peacefully passed away surrounded by her family. She was 72.
Maclovia was born on February 2, 1943 in Jalisco Mexico to her proud parents Jesus Vasquez and Maria Magdaleno.
Maclovia's life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She enjoyed spending time...
Lorraine Mejia
Apr 5, 2015
On Sunday, April 5, 2015, Lorraine (Soto) Mejia peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at Watsonville Community Hospital. She was 76 years old.
Lorraine was a woman of many wonderful traits. She worked in the cannery for over 38 years and lived in Watsonville her whole life. Lorraine enjoyed taking care of her garden, birds and...
Angelita Arredondo
Apr 5, 2015
On Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015, Angelita Arredondo peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at Watsonville Community Hospital. She was 86.
Angelita loved to garden, play the loteria, watch Luchas and enjoyed shopping. Most importantly she cherished spending time with her grandchildren, who truly meant the world to her. "You will forever be in our hearts...
Juana Retamoza
Mar 29, 2015
Juana Retamoza, 86, passed away on March 29, 2015 surrounded by her family.
She was born on September 8, 1928 in Los Angeles to Encarnacion and Julian Gonzales. She worked for Green Giant for 25 years and was an active Teamsters member. She loved to spend time with her family. Her hobbies included cooking, making crafts, shopping,...
