Obituaries

Sep 12, 2014

MaryLou Sears was born Dec 4th 1929, and passed away peacefully on Sept. 12th 2014. Born and raised in Watsonville, the youngest of three, to John and Nellie Bremis. She leaves her brother Paul Bremis of Watsonville and sister Kathleen Marrington of Rogue River, Oregon.

She was a beloved mother to Mike, Suzanne and Scott Sears, as...

Sep 11, 2014

On September 11, 2014, Victoria Salazar Sainz peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at the age of 81. She was born on April 23, 1933 in Jalisco, Mexico to Leonides and Maria De Jesus Sainz. Victoria was a resident long-time resident of Watsonville, CA since 1967. She worked for the Watsonville Canning Company for over 30 years. After...

Sep 6, 2014

Joshua Adam Price was born on March 9, 1979, in Watsonville, CA, to Harry and Jo Price. Josh, 35, went home to be with the Lord on September 6, 2014. He was on his way to his sister's house to help move a project when he was killed in a tractor accident.

As a boy, Josh was...

Sep 4, 2014

Adolf GalvA�n passed away on Thursday, September 4th at the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, at the age of 70. He died of complications from a tragic hit and run on Pacific Avenue in Santa Cruz on the 24th of August. Adolf was born in El Control in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas. His father, Manuel GalvA�n, was born...

Aug 28, 2014

Estelle Larkin passed away peacefully in the presence of her loving family on August 28 after a 10 year battle with breast cancer.

Estelle was born in San Jose, CA, to William (Bill) and Cynthia Fiscus and grew up in Morgan Hill, CA. She attended Live Oak High School in Morgan Hill where she was a cheerleader...

Aug 27, 2014

Alvin was born July 4, 1909, he died peacefully at home on August 27, 2014, he was 105 years old. He was born in Rural Alabama and then moved to California when he was about 24 years old.

Alvin was an avid golfer which he indulged in as often as he could. He also enjoyed gardening, fishing,...

Aug 22, 2014

On August 22, 2014 Esperanza Caballero Mercado, peacefully passed away at Watsonville Community Hospital, at the age of 84.

She was born on March 6, 1930 in Araro Michoacan, Mexico to Ignacio and Marciala Caballero. Esperanza loved cooking, gardening, camping and valued family gatherings. Her life was devoted to her family and their happiness and they meant...

Aug 22, 2014

On August 22, 2014 Francisco Macario Diaz unexpectedly passed away at the age of 45.

Francisco was so full of life and was a very happy man. He enjoyed working, detailing cars and loved building low rider bikes. Francisco also valued family gatherings and they meant the world to him.

To a loving Husband, Father,...

Aug 16, 2014

This is dedicated to Stephen R Barnes (9/13/57-8/16/14); an amazing father, husband and friend who's charisma and quick wit won the respect of many.

His advice, stories, consideration and love will allow for his legacy to live on within everyone he met. Steve's life has allowed everyone to see how great a man can be. He will...

Aug 16, 2014

On August 16, 2014 Daniel R. Torres, peacefully passed away at the age of 80.

He was born on April 12, 1934 in Tamazula de Gordiano Jalisco, Mexico .

Daniel was so full of life and was a very happy man. He loved to travel, playing cards and spend his free time by the beach...

Aug 15, 2014

Daniel E. Lester, aged 75, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Aug. 15, 2014, the day that commemorates the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven. Dan was born on Oct. 8, 1938 to proud parents Ed and Willa Lester, residents of Santa Cruz, California. The family moved to Watsonville where Dan attended Freedom...

Aug 15, 2014

Myrna Perez was born on April 3, 1975 on a Saturday, during the Sabbath. Born in Watsonville, Myrna resided in West Chicago IL during her childhood years where she spent the grand life, only a child can live. At the age of 14 Myrna returned to Watsonville. Myrna passed away peacefully, after suffering from Cancer on August 15 2014....

Aug 8, 2014

On August 8, 2014, Mela R. Galvan peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at the age of 96.

Mela was so full of life. She was a great healer and enjoyed playing Bingo, going to the Casinos, gardening and loved all of her birds. The doors of her home and loving arms were always open and...

Aug 8, 2014

On August 8, 2014 Elvira Flores peacefully passed away surrounded by her children and grandchildren at the age of 90. She was reunited with her husband, Lou S Flores, in heaven. She remains in our hearts and will be deeply missed.

Vera was born in Fresno and moved to Watsonville when she was 11 years old in...

Aug 6, 2014

Please join our family in celebrating the life of our beloved Marian, "Tu Tu" or "Grandma" McKenna

We were all so very blessed to have had Marian on this earth for 98 and a half years. She was one of a kind and knew no strangers. Rarely do you meet someone who unconditionally loved so many over...

Jul 27, 2014

Josh Gluhan, a recent resident of Corralitos, who had lived his entire life in the Watsonville/Aromas area, passed away on Sunday, July 27th.

Josh graduated from Moreland Notre Dame in Watsonville, and Aptos High School. For many years he participated in the State Junior Lifeguard program at Manresa Beach, and played many sports throughout his youth, including...

Jul 22, 2014

On July 22, 2014, a long-time resident of Watsonville, Hiroko Shikuma peacefully passed away at the age of 100. She was born in Alameda, CA, on July 9, 1914 to Toshio and Nao Nakata.

Hiroko spent her early years in Hiroshima, Japan, and attended Mineta Elementary before returning to Alameda where she went to Porter Elementary School...

Jul 17, 2014

Adrian Nieto Sr. June 20, 1939- July 17, 2014 was a resident of Watsonville for the past 40 years. He was born to Ofelia Nieto (Arteaga) and Manuel Nieto Sr. in Los Angeles California. Adrian was proud of having served his country as an Army Reserve. During his time in the military he received training to become Military Police...

Jul 15, 2014

Daniel Manuel Cadenas, also known as "Danny Boy" was born on February 9, 1983 and entered into Heaven on July 15, 2014. He was born and raised in Watsonville, CA.

Danny was an avid exerciser, always accompanied by his best friend, pit bull "Bullet." Danny liked working out, running, lifting weights and boxing. His favorite sport was...

Jul 14, 2014

Mark Robert Keith, 52, a lifelong resident of the Pajaro Valley, died peacefully in his sleep Sunday night with his beloved grandson, Adrian, and his faithful dog, Jane, by his side. Mark is survived by his parents, John and Dixie Keith; a son, Jacob Keith (Carrie); two step children, Dominic Stewart and Arika Morgan; two grandchildren, Adrian Morgan and...