Obituaries
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...
Mary Price
May 6, 2018
(Mary) Martha Price was born November 10, 1926 in Cottonwood, Arizona to Christian and Mabel Sailer. She attended first through eighth grade in Clemenceau, Arizona. During her early years she enjoyed working on the Sailer chicken ranch. The family was active in their church and worked to reach their community with the Gospel. Martha's parents wanted their children to...
Leonardo Solorzano
May 1, 2018
Leonardo Solorzano passed away on May 1st in Watsonville. He was 83. Leonardo was born on January 9th 1935 in Mexico to his proud parents Proto and Aldegunda Solorzano. He was family oriented man. He enjoyed reading and scratching lottery tickets whenever he had the chance. He was a sports enthusiast that loved watching soccer and baseball; he was...
Haruyo Yagi
Apr 23, 2018
Haruyo "Betty" Yagi died peacefully at home on April 23, 2018. She was born on March 13, 1924 in San Leandro, California. Betty graduated from Alameda High School in 1942. Because she was relocated during World War II, Betty attended Greeley State College. When she returned to Alameda after the war, she attended UC Berkeley where she earned a...
Francisca Lujan Ontiveros
Apr 21, 2018
On April 21, 2018 Francisca Huerta Lujan Ontiveros peacefully passed away in Watsonville. She was 85. Francisca had a passion for dancing, fine clothes and stiletto heels. She made the finest Mexican food and stacks of homemade flour tortillas with butter. She always offered to take care of her grandkids. Francisca was a hard worker, holding several jobs at...
Betty Curtis
Apr 16, 2018
On Monday, April 16, 2018 Betty L. Curtis peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 84. Betty graduated from Watsonville High School and Cabrillo College. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse for over 25 joyful years at Valley Convalescent Hospital. Betty will be forever missed and always cherished within our hearts. Betty is survived by...
Maricela Gutierrez Romero
Apr 9, 2018
On Monday, April 9, 2018 Maricela Margarita Gutierrez Romero unexpectedly passed away in Watsonville. She was 33. She was born on October 29, 1984 in El Salvador. Maricela loved Karaoke, dancing and making jewelry. She had a heart transplant and completed the medical assisting program at Cabrillo College. She also participated in many different "Donate for Life" Events. Maricela...
Anthony Souza
Apr 7, 2018
Tony Souza of Watsonville passed away on Saturday at the age of 81. He was born and raised in Watsonville where he graduated from St. Francis High School. As a young man, Tony was a truck driver for Louie Morosco in the mid 1950's hauling produce to the North Bay. He served in the U.S. Army for two years...
Gabriel Gonzalez
Apr 6, 2018
On Friday, April 6, 2018 Gabriel Gonzalez peacefully passed away surrounded by his family. He was 44. Gabriel was a native of Ranchos De Arriba Nayarit, Mexico. He loved the San Francisco 49ers, bbqing, spending time with his daughter, family and friends. Gabriel worked as a farm worker, a sales representative in car dealerships, real estate agent, business owner...
Celia De Hipolito
Apr 4, 2018
On Wednesday, April 4, 2018 Celia Alejo De Hipolito peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. Celia was devoted to her family and their happiness. She cherished spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her love and memory will be forever cherished and always held within our hearts. She was preceded in death by her...
Gordon Holley
Mar 26, 2018
Gordon Leroy Holley, better known as Lee Holley passed away suddenly on Monday March 26th, 2018 at the age of 85. Lee Holley was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on April 20, 1932. Lee was a graduate of Watsonville High School, and following high school, he joined the Navy in 1951. He served as an Aviation Ordinanceman on the USS...
Rigoberto Madrigal
Mar 22, 2018
On March 22 Rigoberto Madrigal passed away peacefully in Santa Cruz. He was 80 years old. Rigoberto was born on July 18, 1937 in Mexico. He migrated from Coalcoman, MichoacA�n in 1967 to Watsonville, CA where he began his career as a farm foreman with Mellody Ranch and soon after his family joined him. He was very respected by...
Michael Bredy
Mar 20, 2018
Mike was a California native living most of his life in Santa Cruz County. He had a lifelong passion for sports. He spent most of his younger years as an avid football player, earning several awards, such as Offensive Player of the Year from Aptos High School Varsity Football and All Conference Linebacker for Cabrillo College. All of this...
Maryann Pengelly
Mar 12, 2018
Maryann Pengelly passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on the afternoon of March 12, 2018. She was 85. She was born in Watsonville, California to Martin and Mary Sglav on August 12, 1932. Maryann attended Moreland Notre Dame Academy and Watsonville High School. She had a variety of jobs in her career which included stints at Valley National...
Herbert Chadwell
Feb 27, 2018
Herbert W. Chadwell passed peacefully into glory on February 27, 2018 at the age of 91. He was preceded in death by his parents Dayton and Clara, sister Virginia, and brother Richard. He leaves his wife of 66 years, Gloria; daughters Karen (Wayne) Moses, Marilyn (Pat) Edwards, Joan (Fred) Wilkinson, Patty (Todd) Spellman and Janice Tibbs. He also leaves...
Eleanor Murphy
Feb 26, 2018
Eleanor Lehman Murphy was born on September 25, 1922 in Moss Landing, CA to William and Daisy Lehman. A lifelong California resident, she made Watsonville her home for over 70 years. She graduated from Watsonville High School in 1941 and married the love of her life, Walter Murphy, in October 1941. Eleanor enjoyed playing bridge, traveling and knitting. She...
Tony Carrillo
Feb 25, 2018
Tony Carrillo died on Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018 surrounded by his family. He was 81. He was born in Los Angeles on Jan. 10, 1937 to Camila Acosta and Tony Carrillo. He loved to restore cars but most of all he loved to spend time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Maria Reyes Carrillo; and children,...
