Obituaries
Emma Alberta Reed Nestler
Mar 15, 2025
Emma Alberta Reed Nestler
August 16, 1926 – March 15, 2025
Emma passed away peacefully on March 15 in her home of over 66 years in Watsonville, California.
Emma was born in Sparta, New Jersey to Edwin Reed and Marguerite Van Sciver Reed. She grew up in Northern New Jersey and graduated from Rockaway High School. Emma was then accepted into the U....
Juana De La Torre-Martinez
Mar 6, 2025
A great woman descended to heaven on March 6, 2025 with her family by her side.
She was born to Narciso and Paula Martinez-Marquez on May 23, 1944 in San Juan De Los Lagos, Jalisco Mexico.
Juana was the youngest of six kids. She came to California in 1986 to reunite with her husband, Antonio De La Torre (deceased 12 yrs ago)....
Sohair Faltas
Mar 6, 2025
Our beloved mother, Sohair Faltas, our "Little Lion," joined the angels on March 6th, 2025. Her quiet strength, unwavering faith, and indomitable spirit shaped us profoundly. She was a steady light, a fierce protector, and a heart that never stopped loving. Born in Assiut, Upper Egypt, Sohair’s name, meaning "the observant one," reflected her gift for listening and making others feel...
Teresa Esperanza Zepeda
Mar 2, 2025
On Sunday, March 2, 2025 Teresa Esperanza Zepeda passed away in San Jose. She was 42.
Teresa was a beautiful soul. She loved her music, dancing, poems and making delicious food for family and parties. Teresa had an infectious laugh that will be remember and cherished by all that knew her. She will be missed.
Teresa is survived by her children, Pearl,...
Jose "Luis" Gutierrez
Feb 26, 2025
On February 26, 2025, Jose Jesus “Luis” Gutierrez passed away in Santa Cruz CA. He was 70.
Jose was born on May 24, 1954, in Coalcoman, Michoacan, Mexico, to his parents Margarito Gutierrez and Josefina Maldonado. He migrated to the United States at 17 years old. He is a resident of Watsonville.
He is survived by his wife, Gloria Castillo, his children,...
Wanda Mae Nielsen
Feb 25, 2025
Wanda Mae Nielsen passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025.
She was born on May 2, 1925 to her parents Merlin and Merle Hance. She was a resident of Watsonville, CA.
She worked as a Registered Nurse in Hollywood and Watsonville. She enjoyed sewing, embroidery, painting, spending time and sharing her creation with family. She also donated numerous handmade dolls and doll...
Antoinette Griffin Lukrich
Feb 25, 2025
Antoinette Griffin Lukrich, a lifelong resident of Watsonville, passed away suddenly and peacefully on February 25, 2025 at the age of 93. She was born on November 22, 1931, to Rhene and Anton Balich, pioneer Pajaro Valley apple farmers. She attended local public schools and was a proud member of the WHS Class of ’49. Antoinette went on to graduate...
Joel Sandoval Palacios
Feb 22, 2025
Joel Sandoval Palacios passed away on February 22, 2025, at the age of 57.
Joel was born in Teutlan, Jalisco, Mexico on January 12, 1968, to his parents Bacilio Sandoval and Guadalupe Palacios. Joel was a native of Watsonville where he was a member of St. Patrick’s church choir. He enjoyed singing, camping, barbecuing, watching soccer for The Chivas, playing cards,...
Margarita Gonzalez
Feb 22, 2025
On February 22, 2025, Margarita Gonzalez passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 68.
Margarita was born on June 5, 1956, to her parents Felix Barrios and Maria de Jesus Soltero.
Margarita loved to travel, read and spend time with her friends. She was a social butterfly and an oenophile that loved wine tasting. She worked for more than...
Cristina Amick
Feb 21, 2025
Cristina Amick
Cristina was called home Feb. 21st 2025
She was a beautiful soul and a wonderful mother.
She is survived by her family. Her Daughter Addyson, her Father Daniel Amick her mother Carol Wesolowski, her step mother Renee Amick and all of her siblings Nick Capitanich, Joseph Amick, Amanda Pollard and Eric Wesolowski and Kristy Jennings and all of their children
She was...
Jesus Rocha
Feb 20, 2025
Jesus Rocha falleció pacíficamente el jueves 20 de febrero de 2025 a los 29 años.
Jesus nació el 8 de diciembre de 1995 en Watsonville, CA a sus padres Rafael y Blanca Rocha.
Jesus le gustaba escuchar música y jugar deportes. El era un joven sociable el cual viajaba a diferentes destinos. Otro pasatiempo favorito era ir a la playa.
A Jesus le...
Carlos Francisco Lopez
Feb 12, 2025
Carlos Francisco Lopez, 57, quietly left this world on Wednesday, February 12th, after a monthslong battle with cancer. His final breath a soft surrender to a life lived with resolute purpose. Born into a storied family, he was nurtured by the steadfast love of his parents, Maria de Jesus Gomez and Francisco Lopez, and distinguished himself as the eldest of...
Dora Linda Davidson
Feb 11, 2025
Dora Linda Davidson has officially left the building-but not without making sure we’ll never forget her. Born in Turlock California, she made her way through life with laughter, love and just the right amount of mischief. A proud 49ers fan, a free spirit, and a firm believer that Janis Joplin should always be played at full volume, she had a...
Tommy Thompson
Feb 11, 2025
Thomas “Tommy” Albert Paul Thompson, 59, of Aptos, California, passed away on February 11, 2025.
Tommy was born December 7, 1965, in Los Gatos, California and was the son of Douglas Paul Thompson and Joan Evonne Thompson (Jensen) of Watsonville, California.
Tommy graduated from Watsonville High School in 1983. He began work as a glazier in Watsonville and became highly proficient in...
Mary Hernandez Sanchez
Feb 10, 2025
On February 10, 2025, Mary Hernandez Sanchez passed away at home in Watsonville CA. She was 96.
Mary was born on August 15, 1928, in Watsonville, to her parents Pedro and Jovita Hernandez.
Mary was very educated. She enjoyed a nice TALL glass of wine, long walks on the town, dancing till her feet hurt and bargaining at flea markets. What she...
Maxine Loss
Feb 9, 2025
Wilma “Maxine” Loss passed away peacefully at home, Sunday February 9, 2025, at the age of 96. She was born in Cord, Arkansas on June 14, 1928, and came to California as a child. Watsonville has been her home for most of her life. She met her husband Clayton “Charlie” Loss in 1944 while he was stationed during World War...
Ofelia Fernandez Melgoza
Feb 8, 2025
Ofelia Fernandez Melgoza falleció pacíficamente el sábado 8 de febrero de 2025 a los 78 años.
Ofelia nació el 8 de julio de 1946 en FCO J. Mujica, Michoacán Mexico a sus padres Ramon Fernandez y Amelia Melgoza.
A Ofelia la sobrevive sus hijos e hijas, Yolanda, Roberto, Gloria, Cristobal, Miguel y Ana Maria. Deja 13 nietos y 5 bisnietos.
Ella es precedida...
Norman A. Clark
Feb 3, 2025
With love Norman A. Clark passed away in Santa Cruz, CA. after a battle with cancer. He was 84.
Norman was born on August 6, 1940, to Kenneth and Caryl Clark in Watsonville CA. He graduated from Watsonville High School in 1958. He later married Nellie Adams, and they had children, Kenneth and Cynthia. He mastered the business of Commercial Fishing...
Tania Elizabeth Arias de Hernandez
Feb 2, 2025
Tania Elizabeth Arias de Hernández, sierva fiel de Jehová, falleció inesperadamente en su hogar en Watsonville, California, el 2 de febrero de 2025, a la edad de 48 años. Tania nació en la Ciudad de México y, junto con su madre, María Elba Arias Téllez, emigró a los Estados Unidos en busca de una vida mejor. A los 18 años, al...
Carmen O'Brien
Jan 29, 2025
On January 29, 2025, Carmen O’Brien passed away in Salinas CA. She was 80.
Carmen was born in Brawley, CA. on February 12, 1947, to her parents Pedro and Juana Gutierrez. She was a resident of Watsonville.
She is survived by her husband, Jaime O’Brien, her children, Graciela Ponce and Jimmy O’Brien, her siblings, Juana Gutierrez, Pedro Gutierrez, Juan Gutierrez, Eva Gutierrez...
