Obituaries
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...
Glenda Crawford
Dec 10, 2018
On Monday, December 10, 2018 Glenda Ann Crawford peacefully passed away in Aromas. She was 65.
Glenda loved Sci-Fi and paranormal movies. She was a huge Golden State Warriors Fan and enjoyed photography.
Glenda is survived by her son Demetris Little and her 3 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
Norma Reasons
Dec 9, 2018
On Sunday, December 9, 2018, Norma Pieri Reasons peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville.
Norma was an avid bridge player and enjoyed, cooking, gardening, hiking hunting and spending time with her family. She volunteered for many years with the American Heart Association and was a lifetime member of the Watsonville chapter of Omega Nu....
Jim Hayes
Dec 9, 2018
Jim Hayes passed away on Dec. 9, 2018. Son of the late Howard and Patricia Hayes, he was born on Sept. 18, 1951 in Grand Rapids, Minn. He graduated from Watsonville High School in 1969 and immediately entered the Coast Guard Reserve. Soon thereafter, Jim married his high school sweetheart Janice in 1971. In addition to his beloved wife,...
Carmen Silva
Dec 8, 2018
Carmen Silva went to heaven to be reunited with her husband, Zacarias Silva and her grandson, Alex Silva, on December 8, 2018. She was born on December 15, 1935 in Mexico and was one of 12 children. Carmen was a trailblazer, being the first woman in her small town, Portezuelo, Jalisco, Mexico, to venture to the United States to...
Nora Uribe
Dec 7, 2018
On December 7, 2018 Nora V. Uribe peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville.
Nora was born in Sinton, Texas and came to California. She graduated from Watsonville High School in 1962. She was tiny, mighty and feisty. Nora enjoyed camping, going to casinos, and visiting with family. She visited with her sister Mary Ellen almost...
Amalia Cabrales
Dec 7, 2018
Amalia “Molly” Cabrales departed for heaven from her home in Watsonville on December 7, 2018. She was born in La Soledad, Durango, Mexico on April 14, 1944. She migrated with her family to Watsonville when she was 10 years old and over the years worked at various strawberry fields and canneries, such as Green Giant and Del Mar. She...
Michael Sotomayor
Dec 5, 2018
On December 5 Michael Edward Sotomayor passed away in Watsonville. He was 66.
Michael was born on September 1, 1952 to his parents Raul and Sally Sotomayor. He was a passionate man that embraced all aspects of life. He graduated from Aptos High School in 1971. He played football in high school and at Cabrillo College. He...
Errol "Jake" Lambert
Dec 3, 2018
On Monday, December 3, 2018 Errol “Jake” Lambert peacefully passed away in Watsonville surrounded by his family.
Jake loved to hunt and go fishing at Eagle Lake. He enjoyed going to car shows, riding his Harley and barbecuing at the Spring Lamb. Most of all he cherished spending time and being with his family.
He...
Pola Altuna
Dec 1, 2018
Pola Altuna who was born in Los Angeles, CA. on the 10th of April 1924, the daughter of Alberto Marquez and Cruz Perez, a life-long resident of Watsonville went to join her heavenly Father on the 1st of December 2018. She was a Saint Patrick’s church parishioner and she is in repose at Ave Maria funeral home, 609 Main...
Julie Hernandez
Nov 20, 2018
Julie Ann Hernandez (Ibarra) was called home to be with Our Lord on Tuesday, November 20, 2018. She passed comfortably in her home surrounded by her beloved husband, children and grandchildren by her side after bravely battling multiple myeloma for the past four and a half years. Julie was born March 15, 1957 in Fresno County. During High School her...
Guillermo Magana
Nov 20, 2018
Mr. Guillermo Magana passed away surrounded by his loving wife and family on November 20, 2018 at Watsonville Post Acute Facility.
He was born in Tangancicuaro, Michoacan Mexico on December 6, 1938 to his parents Rosa Andrade and Ambrosio Magana. He has been a local resident for the last 58 years.
Asuncion Santana Sanchez
Nov 18, 2018
Asuncion (Susana) Santana Sanchez passed away on November 18 in Watsonville. She was 59.
Asuncion was born on September 13, 1959 to her proud parents Esteban Sanchez and Vicenta Sanchez Gonzalez. She was a woman of many wonderful attributes. She was a devoted family woman that loved family gatherings. She adored all her nieces and nephews and...
Maria Espinoza
Nov 17, 2018
Maria de la Luz Espinoza, 86, of Watsonville, California, beloved mamá, nana, wife and widow of Julian Espinoza, died Saturday, Nov. 17 surrounded by her family.
A native of Santa Rosalia, Baja California, Mexico, Maria arrived in Watsonville in 1963. Sadly, Maria became a widow in June 1972 at the age of 40; with six young children...
