All Obituaries
Ruth G. Hardy:
Shortly after her ninety-ninth birthday, Ruth G. Hardy passed away. She came into the world on August 14, 1919, and departed it on September 12, 2018.
Ruth was born on the Frost family farm in Harvey, North Dakota. She completed grade school in a single roomed schoolhouse at the age of sixteen, but was required to wait two years before attending nursing school. She earned her degree from St. Luke’s Nursing School in Spokane, Washington, and an advanced degree in public...
Ruth G. Hardy:
Shortly after her ninety-ninth birthday, Ruth G. Hardy passed away. She came into the world on August 14, 1919, and departed it on September 12, 2018.
Ruth was born on the Frost...
Ruben Garcia died unexpectedly on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018 in Watsonville. He was 26.
Mr. Garcia was born on Dec. 14, 1991 in Watsonville to Raul Guillen Hernandez and Maria Orozco. He was an avid 49ers fan that enjoyed watching his favorite team. He loved spending time with his son Ruben Jr. and playing soccer with him. He loved spending time with his girlfriend Tracy Mendoza and his family and friends as much as possible. He was a lifelong resident of Watsonville.
He is...
Ruben Garcia died unexpectedly on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018 in Watsonville. He was 26.
Mr. Garcia was born on Dec. 14, 1991 in Watsonville to Raul Guillen Hernandez and Maria Orozco. He...
It is with great sadness that we inform you that Alex Martinez passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 8, 2018 at the age of 31. He was a longtime resident of Watsonville.
He was born on May 26, 1987 to Richard Martinez and Jennie Gervasio-Martinez. Alex will always be remembered for his unique laugh and distinguished sense of humor. Alex had a big heart and loved to express his love by joking around with all of us. He enjoyed barbequing, fishing and hanging out with family. He had...
It is with great sadness that we inform you that Alex Martinez passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 8, 2018 at the age of 31. He was a longtime resident of Watsonville.
He was born on...
Miguel Chavez passed away on September 6th in Watsonville. He was 69.
Mr. Chavez was born in Tangancicuaro Michoacan Mexico to his parents Maria de la Luz Ortiz and Joaquin Chavez Leiva. He was a generous man that enjoyed life. He moved to Watsonville in 1991. He was an avid soccer fan that enjoyed playing and watching the game as much as he could. He loved spending time with family and friends. He was a dedicated family man that always put them first.
He is survived by his wife, Josefina...
Miguel Chavez passed away on September 6th in Watsonville. He was 69.
Mr. Chavez was born in Tangancicuaro Michoacan Mexico to his parents Maria de la Luz Ortiz and Joaquin Chavez Leiva. He was a...
Ramona Carmelita Bridgen went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus on September 5, 2018. Heaven celebrated her arrival with a huge welcoming party! Ramona is now reunited with her dearest husband Howard J. Bridgen for eternity along with a multitude of cherished loved-ones who had gone to Glory before her.
Ramona was born in Hampden, Massachusetts on June 1, 1943 and born to Arthur and Callie Pepin. She lived most of her younger years in the Salinas Valley. Growing up she helped cook,...
Ramona Carmelita Bridgen went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus on September 5, 2018. Heaven celebrated her arrival with a huge welcoming party! Ramona is now reunited with her dearest husband...
Ann “Gagi” Johann, long time resident of Watsonville, died peacefully, surrounded by her family on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. She was 86.
Ann was born in Watsonville, California on May 19, 1932 to John and Anna Lucich. A graduate of Moreland Notre Dame, Ann married Robert (Bob) Johann in 1953, one month after he returned from the Korean war. After a few years working at local bakeries, Ann and Bob, along with Bob’s Brother Harold and wife Jeanne, purchased Bake-Rite...
Ann “Gagi” Johann, long time resident of Watsonville, died peacefully, surrounded by her family on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. She was 86.
Ann was born in Watsonville, California on...
Orpha Elizabeth Doty passed away September 1, 2018 at Montecito Manor in Watsonville, CA. She was 98.
Orpha was born in Lynden, Ontario, Canada, and moved to Santa Barbara at the age of three with her parents Lillian Claire and Clarence Kivell. She loved Goleta and Santa Barbara, her home for over 80 years. She attended Roosevelt Grammar School, La Cumbre Junior High, and graduated from Santa Barbara High School in 1938.
Orpha was a member of Phi Epsilon Phi Sorority for years, and an...
Orpha Elizabeth Doty passed away September 1, 2018 at Montecito Manor in Watsonville, CA. She was 98.
Orpha was born in Lynden, Ontario, Canada, and moved to Santa Barbara at the age of three...
An avid reader, mathematician and “real” princess, Aniah Aguillon-Silva left her physical body on August 31, 2018. At the same time, Aniah left us with an inspiration to fight for what is right and take on even life’s most difficult challenges with grace and dignity ... like a real princess. Aniah will be forever loved by her parents Abraham Aguillon and Guillermina Sliva; her sister Ariana; her brother Angel; her grandparents; cousins; and friends at Ann Soldo Elementary...
An avid reader, mathematician and “real” princess, Aniah Aguillon-Silva left her physical body on August 31, 2018. At the same time, Aniah left us with an inspiration to fight for what...
Augustina “Tina” A. Marquez passed away at home surrounded by her family on August 22,
2018. Tina was only 37 years old.
She was born on March 11, 1981 in Watsonville to Daniel and Mary Marquez.
Tina was a compassionate care giver for many years. She loved spending time with her family.
Tina was a genuinely kind person who always had a welcoming smile. She had a way of making people happy and her children were of most importance in her life. Tina was anxiously expecting her...
Augustina “Tina” A. Marquez passed away at home surrounded by her family on August 22,
2018. Tina was only 37 years old.
She was born on March 11, 1981 in Watsonville to Daniel and...
On Wednesday, August 22, 2018 Leticia Diaz Lizaola peacefully passed away surrounded by her family. She was 72.
Leticia Diaz was born in La Esperanza Jalisco, Mexico. The youngest of six, she lived a beautiful childhood with her cousins. She studied to become a secretary at school and worked her way up to become a typing and short hand teacher. She married the love of her life and after a few years immigrated to Watsonville. Once she established herself here she worked in the strawberry...
On Wednesday, August 22, 2018 Leticia Diaz Lizaola peacefully passed away surrounded by her family. She was 72.
Leticia Diaz was born in La Esperanza Jalisco, Mexico. The youngest of six, she...
© 2018 Ave Maria Memorial Chapel. All Rights Reserved. Funeral Home website by CFS