All Obituaries
Ernest J. “Ernie” Bontadelli, a longtime farmer and resident of La Selva Beach, died peacefully at home with family near on Friday, June 22, 2018 after a full life at the age of 92.
Ernest was born in Watsonville hospital and lived most of his life in La Selva Beach. Born in 1925, he was the eldest of three children of Earnest and Mamie (Nunes) Bontadelli. He attended the local grammar school in La Selva and was a graduate of Watsonville High School. Upon...
Ernest J. “Ernie” Bontadelli, a longtime farmer and resident of La Selva Beach, died peacefully at home with family near on Friday, June 22, 2018 after a full life at the age of...
Evelyn Beeson passed away July 11, 2018 at the age of 88. She was born in Taft, California and attended Taft High School where she met her future husband, Donald. They moved to Watsonville in 1951 where Don taught woodworking and math at E.A. Hall School. Evelyn worked for Bank of America until the birth of their daughter, followed a few years later by their son. Evelyn then began a career at J.C. Penney Company that lasted 25 years.
Evelyn had numerous hobbies including gardening, sewing,...
Evelyn Beeson passed away July 11, 2018 at the age of 88. She was born in Taft, California and attended Taft High School where she met her future husband, Donald. They moved to Watsonville in 1951...
Beloved daughter, mother, sister and friend, Barbara Jean Gray peacefully passed away at Dominican Hospital in Soquel on July 10th at the age of 75 after her second battle with cancer. Barbara was born in San Francisco, CA to Paul and Estelle Unruh. She lived in Santa Cruz County for 72 years. Barbara’s maternal lineage goes back a few centuries in Watsonville and is a direct descendent of the Amesti and Pinto families. The Amesti family was granted the Rancho...
Beloved daughter, mother, sister and friend, Barbara Jean Gray peacefully passed away at Dominican Hospital in Soquel on July 10th at the age of 75 after her second battle with cancer. ...
Dr. Henrique Mayorga Nestler
November 5, 1921 - July 10, 2018
Holding the hand of his wife of 68 years, Emma, and surrounded by family, Dr. Henrique Nestler (Rick) passed away peacefully on July 10 at Watsonville Community Hospital. Rick was born on November 5, 1921 in the town of Armero Colombia, South America to the Reverend Campo and Sarah Mayorga. Rick graduated from medical school in Colombia in 1946 and came to the United States to complete his internship at Passaic General Hospital...
Dr. Henrique Mayorga Nestler
November 5, 1921 - July 10, 2018
Holding the hand of his wife of 68 years, Emma, and surrounded by family, Dr. Henrique Nestler (Rick) passed away peacefully on July...
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at Ave Maria Memorial Chapel at 11 AM with burial services to follow at Pioneer Cemetery, for Pauline Gribble Powers, who passed away from a brief illness on July 7, in Watsonville, CA. She was 92.
Pauline was born in Checotah, OK. She moved to Watsonville in 1947 and resided there until her death.
She spent her adult life as a Homemaker. Her interests included gardening, cooking, traveling, photography and spending time with her...
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at Ave Maria Memorial Chapel at 11 AM with burial services to follow at Pioneer Cemetery, for Pauline Gribble Powers, who passed away from...
On Sunday, July 1, 2018 Jennifer Michael Sampson peacefully passed away in Salinas. She was 41.
Jennifer loved baseball games with her children and skate boarding. She was an incredibly strong person and was very understanding, empathetic and unique. She will be greatly missed and always cherished within our hearts.
She is survived by her children; Jason Boone, Erin Hawthrone, Ezekiel Hawthrone and Nathyn Morris and her sister, Dana Trevino. Jennifer is also survived by her parents; Pamela...
On Sunday, July 1, 2018 Jennifer Michael Sampson peacefully passed away in Salinas. She was 41.
Jennifer loved baseball games with her children and skate boarding. She was an incredibly strong...
On Tuesday, June 26, 2018 Frederic Lee Porta peacefully passed away in Watsonville. He was 75. Fred lived his life free and on his own terms. He never met a stranger and always treasured his friends, He will be missed by all. He is survived by his children; Gary Porta, Cheri Crocker and Carrie Shevchenko and sister, Kathy Dodd. Frederic is also survived by his 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
There will be no services conducted at this time.
On Tuesday, June 26, 2018 Frederic Lee Porta peacefully passed away in Watsonville. He was 75. Fred lived his life free and on his own terms. He never met a stranger and always treasured his...
On June 15 Monica Leal passed away unexpectedly in Madera California. She was 15. Monica was born in Watsonville. She was a vivacious individual that embraced life. She loved her family and enjoyed picking on her sisters. She enjoyed being silly, especially making silly videos and playing on her phone. She loved to swim, listen to many different types of music and eat Hot Cheetos. She is survived by her parents, Annette Marie Mercado and Adrian Leal; her sisters, Brenda Leal and Erika Leal;...
On June 15 Monica Leal passed away unexpectedly in Madera California. She was 15. Monica was born in Watsonville. She was a vivacious individual that embraced life. She loved her family and...
William Allen Schulz, born 1/17/58, passed away on 6/8/18 after a four-year relationship with metastatic prostate cancer. Bill was the husband of Jeanie Bell, stepfather of Jessica and Sara Bell and beloved sibling of Becky Schulz-Trotter, Bob Schulz and Betsy Schulz. He is also survived by his animal companions; Shasta, Lassen & Kitty. Bill, aka TheFixitGuy, was best known for his amazing ability to fix just about anything. From computer issues to leaky faucets to broken hearts, Bill was...
William Allen Schulz, born 1/17/58, passed away on 6/8/18 after a four-year relationship with metastatic prostate cancer. Bill was the husband of Jeanie Bell, stepfather of Jessica and Sara Bell...
Nick was born in Watsonville on September 18, 1942 and peacefully passed away with his family by his side on June 5th. Nick met the love of his life at Cabrillo Lanes Bowling Alley in 1964 and would marry her six months later. He and Pat spent 53 years together. They raised three children and spent many hours cheering on their grandchildren at various sporting events. Nick's children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were his pride and joy. While out and about Nick was recognized by...
Nick was born in Watsonville on September 18, 1942 and peacefully passed away with his family by his side on June 5th. Nick met the love of his life at Cabrillo Lanes Bowling Alley in 1964 and...
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