Obituaries

Oct 1, 2021

Cesar Cortez died on October 1st at Mercy Hospital in Bakersfield CA.

Cesar was born in Morelia, Michoacan December 27, 1980.  He came to the United States at age 13 and lived in Watsonville until he moved to Bakersfield Ca.

He met his wife Sandra Cortez in 2000 and they got married in 2006.

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Sep 27, 2021

David Earl Jacobs passed away on September 27, 2021, at home surrounded by his family in Watsonville, California. He was 68.

David was born on September 12, 1953, to his parents Gus and Martha Jacobs. He was a native of New York and a resident of Watsonville.

David was a hardworking man dedicated to his...

Sep 25, 2021

Neil Edward Marshall, 80, of Aromas, California passed away at home in the company of family in the late evening of September 25, 2021. Though no longer physically in this world, he will continue to always be with us by the impact he had on so many people.

Neil’s greatest pleasure came in the absolute love that...

Sep 17, 2021

Armando “Nano” Lerma passed away on Sepember 17, 2021, at home surrounded by his family in Watsonville, California. He was 42.

Nano was born on September 21, 1978. He was a lifelong resident of Watsonville.

Nano was more than a “son/brother/uncle” some would call him their best friend or personal diary. He was an extremely...

Sep 15, 2021

Carol Ann Shallenberger passed away peacefully in Watsonville, California on September 15, 2021. She was 82.

Carol was born on May 21, 1939, in Los Angeles, California to her parents Robert and Alice Manger.

Carol loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed watching golf, gardening, sewing and puzzles. Carol was a resident of Watsonville.

Sep 14, 2021

John Maciel passed away on September 14, 2021, at home surrounded by his family.  He was 65.

John was born on June 1, 1956, in São Jorge, Azores Portugal.

John was loved by all as he loved to make everyone laugh. He enjoyed cooking, gardening, dancing, playing cards, bowling, and golfing. He was an avid...

Sep 2, 2021

Jaime Perez passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2021, at Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz. He was 48.

Jaime was born In Araro, Michoacan on January 9, 1973. He resided in Watsonville for 47 years.

Jaime met his wife Dawn Perez in 1994 and they got married in 1996. They celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on...

Aug 31, 2021

Raquel Alderete passed away peacefully on August 31, 2021, in Watsonville, California. She was 62.

Raquel was born in Watsonville, on November 20, 1958, to her parents Candelario and Alicia R. Ocampo.

Raquel was a hardworking lady devoted to her family. She worked at Calabasas Elementary School for 25 years as the lead secretary. She...

Aug 29, 2021

Mr. Rafael Garcia Madrigal passed away in the State of Washington at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital on August 29, 2021, surrounded by his family at the age of 65.  He was a native of Michoacan, Mexico but a long-time resident of Watsonville, CA.

Mr. Garcia Madrigal was a very kind and generous person who helped anyone in...

Aug 29, 2021

Abraham “Abe” Cordova Jr peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his family in Watsonville on August 29, 2021. He was 80.

Abraham was born on January 29, 1941 in Bakersfield California to his parents Angela and Abraham Cordova.

Abraham was a hardworking man devoted to his family. He was a military veteran and expert...

Aug 29, 2021

Bernardo “Bernie” Ybarra, Jr., 84-year-old beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away on August 29, 2021. He was born on January 31, 1937, to Bernardo and Rita Ybarra and raised in Gilbert, Arizona.

Bernie served in the U.S. Army & National Guard as a Staff Sergeant for 30 years. In Watsonville he worked as a butcher at...

Aug 28, 2021

Mary Vasquez passed away peacefully on August 28, 2021 in Corralitos, California. She was 89. Mary was born on June 23, 1932 in Cucamonga, CA to her parents Ursulo and Nancy Martinez.

Mary was a dedicated SF Giants fan and never missed a baseball game on TV. She also loved her Lifetime channel and The Price is...

Aug 23, 2021

Eloise Rodriguez passed away on August 23, 2021, in Watsonville. She was 76.

Eloise was a woman of many wonderful traits. She loved to spend time with her family and friends. She enjoyed listening to music and to dance. She often volunteered in the kitchen at the American Legion. She loved the Lord with all her heart....

Aug 14, 2021

Jesse Navarro Contreras passed away in Moss Landing on August 14, 2021. He was 71.

Jesse was born on October 15, 1949. He was a resident of Moss Landing, California.

He is survived by his children, Jess (Minerva) Contreras, RoseMary (Joel) Gusman and Aundrea Contreras, his siblings, Javier Contreras, Lupe (Ron) De Groodt and Helen...

Aug 9, 2021

Maria Solorio Gallardo passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on August 9, 2021.

María Solorio Gallardo was born July 2nd, 1921 in El Barrio de Enmedio Municipio de Panindicuaro in the state of Michoacán, México. She moved to Tijuana, Mexico in 1966. There she decided to bring her entire family to the...

Aug 7, 2021

Timothy Frederick Chisholm passed away in Watsonville on August 7, 2021. He was 43.

Tim was born in Watsonville Nov. 15, 1977 to Donald W. Chisholm and Beth C. Chisholm, Nee Baldwin.  He and his wife Casey L. Stephens died in a motorcycle accident. He met Casey in 2004 and fell in Love with her and her...

Aug 7, 2021

Casey Lea Stephens passed away in Watsonville on August 7, 2021. She was 41.

Casey was born on  Oct. 26 , 1979.  She and her husband, Tim Chisholm died in a motorcycle accident.  She was raised by her maternal grandparents in Lancaster, CA.  She met Tim in 2004 and he was the love of her life.

Aug 6, 2021

Rodolfo Luna Alcantar peacefully passed away on August 6, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family. Rodolfo was born on June 12, 1935 in Durango, Mexico. He came to America to offer a better future for his Family. He was a great father who was dedicated to his home and family. He had a passion for music. May...

Aug 2, 2021

Anna Maria Morales passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 76.

Anna was born on July 26, 1945 in Coeneo de la Libertad, Michoacan to her parents, Margarito Romero Orozco and Maria de Jesus Gomez Ruiz.

Anna was a member of the church, Casa Del Alfarero for 47 years. She worked...

Jul 31, 2021

James Edward Lyle passed away on July 30, 2021, in Watsonville, California. He was 67.

James was born in Allentown, Pennsylvania on June 30, 1954, to his parents William and Alice Lyle.

James was an avid bingo player that played as often as he could. He served in the US Army.

James is...