Obituaries
Angel Montes II
Jul 22, 2018
On July 22, 2018 Angel Joel Montes II unexpectedly passed away in Miami Florida. He was 18.
Angel graduated from Miami Beach Senior High, June 6, 2018. He played football and had a passion for basketball. Angel was an avid Raider’s fan, had an fascination with cars and loved to travel from coast to coast and see...
Evelyn Beeson
Jul 11, 2018
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...
Jose Solorio
Jul 11, 2018
Jose Jesus Solorio passed away at his home in Watsonville on Wednesday, July 11, 2018. He was 86. Mr. Solorio was born in Mexico to Alberto Solorio and Gregoria Aldama on Sept. 3, 1931. He was hard working family man that enjoyed the simple things in life. He enjoyed being out and about and walking around. He was a humble...
Henrique Nestler
Jul 10, 2018
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...
Barbara Gray
Jul 10, 2018
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...
Robert Yoshida
Jul 10, 2018
Robert Yoshida, 90, passed away on July 10, 2018 after a brief illness.
Robert lived in Watsonville his entire life except when his family was relocated to Poston, Arizona during World War II, and when he was drafted to serve in the Korean War. After being honorably discharge from service, he began working for the Watsonville Post...
Albert Reynaga
Jul 10, 2018
It is with great sadness that the family of Albert Reynaga announces his passing after a brief illness on Friday, July 10. He was 62 years old. Albert was born in Santa Cruz to his parents Salvador Reynaga and Maria Chavez. He loved singing and listening to Elvis Presley. He was an avid bowler that enjoyed hitting the lanes...
Pauline Powers
Jul 7, 2018
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...
Jennifer Sampson
Jul 1, 2018
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...
Joy Patterson
Jun 29, 2018
On June 29, 2018, Joy Colene Patterson passed away peacefully at the age of 84.
Joy enjoyed trips to Reno with her husband and friends, traveling, camping, sewing, cooking and shopping. She loved wearing her gorgeous Native American Jewelry . Her grand and great grandchildren were her pride and joy.
She was preceded in death by...
Frederic Porta
Jun 26, 2018
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...
James Amick
Jun 24, 2018
James Ronald Robert Amick, 57 of Trumann, Arkansas passed away Sunday, June 24, 2018 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He was born September 8, 1960 in Santa Cruz, California to John M. and Dolores M. (Fuentes) Amick, and was a longtime resident of Watsonville before his move to Arkansas. He served in the...
Monica Leal
Jun 15, 2018
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...
William Schulz
Jun 8, 2018
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...
Nicholas Alaga
Jun 5, 2018
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...
Julie Torrecillas
May 28, 2018
Julie Keru Torrecillas, passed peacefully on Memorial Day, May 28, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was 51. A Watsonville Native, born and raised. At an early age, Julie developed a strong entrepreneurial spirit whether selling Holiday Cards, picking berries, or setting up a lemonade stand all in order to purchase gifts for loved ones "on her own."...
Maria De La Torre
May 23, 2018
Maria Esther De La Torre Passed away peacefully at home in Watsonville on May 23 after a long and courageous fight with an illness that ultimately ended her life on earth. She was 83. Maria was born on February 25, 1935 in Mexico to her proud parents Pastor and Maria Inez De La Torre. She endured many hardships, but...
Brian Cisneros
May 18, 2018
On Friday, May 18, 2018 Brian Scott Cisneros peacefully passed away in Watsonville. He was 53. Brian was born on January 25, 1965 and graduated from Watsonville High School in 1983. He loved the outdoors, fishing and hunting. Brian was a highly skilled landscaper and love spending time with his dog. Brian is survived by his parents; Miguel and...
Albert Garza
May 11, 2018
On Friday, May 11, 2018 a long-time resident of Watsonville, Albert Garza peacefully passed away surrounded by his family. He was 70. Albert was a man of many wonderful traits. He worked for Martinelli's for many joyful years. He was an avid sports fan, loved dancing and coached little league for several years. Albert is survived by his children;...
Norbert Kowalkowski
May 8, 2018
On May 28, 2018 Norbert Joseph Kowalkowski passed away peacefully after a short 2 month illness at home. Born to Jeanette and Norbert Kowalkowski in St. Cloud Minnesota. He attended private Catholic Schools after his mother died when he was 10 years old. He had a athletic basketball scholarship to St John University Minnesota. He obtained his Masters in...
