Obituaries
Mateo Quintero
Jan 16, 2019
Mateo Quintero of Moss Landing died peacefully in his home on January 16, 2019. He had just celebrated his 99th birthday surrounded by family. He was born in Mexico in 1920. He was married for 70 years to his late wife Arcelia Quintero and had 11 children together.
Mateo was one of ten children and is survived...
Salvador "Sal" Valencia
Jan 16, 2019
Salvador “Sal” Valencia
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Salvador “Sal” Valencia, with his loving wife, Gloria, and daughters, Vanessa and Alexis, at his side on January 16, 2019. He was 65 years old.
Sal was born in Salinas to Jose and Celia Valencia. They moved to Watsonville...
Elena Sanchez
Jan 14, 2019
On January 14, Elena Sanchez passed away in Santa Cruz. She was 53.
Elena was born on December 25, 1965 In Pacoima, California to her parents Roberto Sanchez and Herlinda Ramos. She was a vivacious woman that loved life and was devoted to her family. She enjoyed karaoke, dancing, shopping and spending time at the beach. She...
Rodrigo Banuelos
Jan 14, 2019
On January 14, 2019 Rodrigo Vargas Banuelos peacefully passed away surrounded by his family. He was 78.
Rodrigo loved all sports, especially the 49ers and SF Giants. His favorite destinations were Reno, Lake Tahoe and Las Vegas but most of all he loved his life and family.
Rodrigo is survived by his wife, Isabel Banuelos and...
Roberto Magana Zamora
Jan 11, 2019
On Friday, January 11, 2019 Roberto Magana Zamora peacefully passed away surrounded by his family. He was 74.
Roberto was born on May 7 1944 to his parents Maria del Refugio Zamora Rocha and Adolfo Magana Castillo. Roberto was a hardworking family man. He worked in the railroad track industry and agriculture. He loved to go on...
Earl Rackley
Jan 8, 2019
On January 8, 2019, Earl Eugene Rackley passed away in Modesto. He was 80.
Earl was born in Watsonville on October 23, 1938 to his parents Bertie Henry and Orville Rackley. He was the youngest of five siblings. Earl lived life to the fullest. He was a hardworking Diesel Mechanic retiring after 20+ years for the Santa...
Socorro Medina
Jan 7, 2019
On January 7 th Socorro Medina passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in Moss Landing. She was 85.
Socorro was born in Coalcoman, Michoacan on April 13, 1933. She was a kind-hearted lady that was devoted to her family. She enjoyed taking daily walks and reading religious books. Spending quality time with her family was a...
Robert "Bob" Scilingo
Jan 1, 2019
Robert (“Bob”) Louis Scilingo passed away on January 1, 2019, at his residence in Prunedale, California.
Bob was born to Frank and Anna Scilingo on March 10, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois. He attended Saint Ignatius College Prep School in Chicago, Illinois and later, Cupertino High School in Cupertino, California. He was a Vietnam veteran who served proudly...
Joseph Diaz
Jan 1, 2019
On Tuesday, January 1, 2019 Joseph Diaz unexpectedly passed away in Watsonville. He was 43.
Joey was a devoted husband, father and son. He treasured his children and embraced every moment with them. On September 21, 2002 he married the love of his life, Lisa Marie Da Silva. Together they raised Kirstie, Nicole, Jojo and Danielle.
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Karen Wildman
Dec 29, 2018
Karen Elizabeth Wildman, age 67, died peacefully at home in Watsonville, CA on December 29, 2018.
She was born in Willows, CA and began her life in Orland, CA. She moved to Mount Herman with her family in the early 1960’s, where she resided until 1970.
She completed high school in 1969 at San Lorenzo...
Ron Mathis
Dec 28, 2018
In the early hours of December 28th 2018 Ron Mathis passed away in the comfort of his. He battled Tonsillar and Bladder Cancer bravely. Ron was a kind hearted, hard working man who adored his family. He was a music lover who had an appreciation for the simple things in life. Ron is survived by his daughter Melissa,Son in...
Micaela Gonzalez
Dec 27, 2018
On Thursday, December 27, 2018 Micaela Ponce Gonzalez passed away in Salinas. She was 59.
Micaela was born on September 25, 1959 in Teocuitatlan de Corona Jalisco to her parents Elena Gonzalez Hernandez and Feliz Ponce Cobaruvia. Her life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She cherished spending time with her grandchildren and other family...
Jorge "George" Garcia
Dec 23, 2018
On Sunday, December 23, 2018 Jorge (George) Garcia unexpectedly passed away in Watsonville.
Jorge was a dedicated father, husband, a hardworking man and was an incredible fisherman. He will be truly missed by all and his memory cherished within our hearts.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Ana (Annie) Ontiveros and children; Brianna Braca...
Victorino (Victor) Ortiz
Dec 21, 2018
Victorino (Victor) Ortiz unexpectedly passed away in Watsonville on Friday December 21, 2018. He was 72. Victor was born on November 19, 1946 in Calvillo, Aguascalientes,MX to Avelino and Rita Ortiz. At a young age he and his family settled in San Benito County where he began working in the local orchards and ag fields. In 1977 he married...
Gilberto Ruiz
Dec 18, 2018
Our beloved father died unexpectedly at his home Tuesday December 18, 2018 at the age of 66.
A native of Guanajuato, Mexico he moved to Santa Cruz County at the age of 15 and resided in Watsonville for the past 40 years with his family. He was a hardworking man who dedicated his life to his family,...
Pilar Torrecillas
Dec 18, 2018
Pilar Torrecillas passed away peacefully Tuesday December 18, 2018 at the age of 89 he is survived by his children: Kris Torrecillas, Peter Torrecillas, Michael Torrecillas, Yvonne Torrecillas and Able Torrecillas. 11 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandson. Born October 12, 1929. A native of Watsonville. He loved to fish and he loved to work on cars...
Rosario Cruz Lugo
Dec 17, 2018
On Monday, December 17, 2018 Rosario Cruz Lugo unexpectedly passed away at Watsonville Hospital. She was 69.
Rosario was a woman of many wonderful traits. Her life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. Rosario will be forever missed and always cherished within our hearts.
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Eleanor Diaz
Dec 14, 2018
Eleanor Valdiez Diaz, born January 30, 1954, passed in her sleep on December 14, 2018. Eleanor was 64 years old. Eleanor was preceded in death by her father Jose Diaz and brother Barney Diaz both of Watsonville, California. She is survived by her mother Delia Diaz and her son Aaron Zapata of Watsonville and son Ben Zapata and daughter...
Bernice Mowery Cruz
Dec 11, 2018
On December 11, Bernice Mowery Cruz passed away in Santa Cruz. She was 75.
Bernice was born on June 12, 1943 to her parents Mildred and Gustave H. Spranger. She was a free-spirited individual that lived life on her own terms. She graduated from Watsonville High School in 1961 and after attended Cabrillo College. She was a...
Randy Reaves
Dec 10, 2018
On December 10, 2018 Randy Reaves peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Watsonville.
Randy loved going fishing, hunting and spending time with his family and grandkids. He will be truly missed by all that knew him.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Gail Reaves and his children; Tammy Reaves, Jason Reaves and...
