Obituaries

Dec 28, 2015

Robert M Franks Jr. Born Sept 1, 1933 Died Dec 28, 2015 Bob was as big as the State of Texas where he was born. After finishing college in Texas A+I. He joined the Army and was a Signal corp film & photography officer. His military work led him to New York City, Europe and atomic testing in Nevada....

Dec 26, 2015

On Saturday, December 26, 2015, Elvina Rubalcava passed away at El Camino Hospital surrounded by her children in Mountain View, CA following complications from heart surgery. She was 91 at the time of her death.

She was born in Silver Bow, Montana on January 26, 1924 to Rosalio Luna And Maria Esparza Luna. Her parents and siblings...

Dec 25, 2015

Dorothy Horvath, of Watsonville, California, passed away on December 25, 2015. She was 91.

Dorothy was born in Chicago, Illinois. Dorothy was widowed for the past 6 years after being married to Louis Horvath for 62 years.

She worked as a hairdresser for several years and was a homemaker for most of her married life....

Dec 10, 2015

On Thursday, December 10, 2015, Glenda Joy Curlee Twaddle left us to be with the lord. She was born in Fort Bragg, CA on February 1, 1955. Glenda was a lot of fun and was truly loved by all. She will be forever missed and always cherished. She was preceded in death by her father, Bud Curlee on August...

Dec 4, 2015

On Friday, December 4, 2015 Rosa Maria Herrera, unexpectedly passed away in Watsonville, CA. She was 43. Rosa was born on June 28, 1972 in Mexico to her proud parents; Felipe G. Herrera and Mara de Jesus Giron Herrera. Rosa was a woman of many wonderful traits. She loved to go dancing and to read. Rosa also enjoyed taking...

Nov 29, 2015

On Sunday, November 29, 2015, Maria Ester Ortegon peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. Maria was born on May 8, 1947 in Kingsville, Texas to her proud parents; Meliton and Diamantina Ortegon. Maria enjoyed going to bingo and going on trips to the casino. She loved family gatherings, especially going on walks around the town with...

Nov 29, 2015

Bill Kenichi Kajihara passed away at his home in the presence of his family on Sunday, November 29, 2015 in Watsonville at the age of 76. He was born on July 2, 1939 in Garden Grove, CA, the seventh of ten siblings to the late Ippei "Paul" and Shizuko Kajihara. During WWII, Bill along with his parents and siblings...

Nov 29, 2015

On Sunday, November 29, 2015, Salvador Heredia Caras peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Watsonville. He was 79. Salvador was born on November 1, 1936 in Jalisco, Mexico to his proud parents; Jose and Cleotilde Heredia Caras. Salvador was a man of many wonderful traits. His life was devoted to his family and their happiness. He cherished...

Nov 24, 2015

Arnold Hamilton, a longtime resident of Watsonville went to be with God on 11-24-15. He recently celebrated his 100 birthday in August with many of his family and friends. He was active in the California State Retirees Chapter 36 and the California State Employees Assn. having served as a Director in the 1980's. He was also a member of...

Nov 21, 2015

On November 21, 2015, Ranulfo Ortiz Diaz peacefully passed around surrounded by his family in Santa Cruz, CA. He was 52. Ranulfo was born on May 27, 1963 in Mexico to his proud parents; Francisco and Carmen Ortiz Diaz. Ranulfo was a wonderful man whose life was devoted to his family and their happiness. He truly cherished family gatherings,...

Nov 16, 2015

On Monday, November 16, 2015, Rafaela Melchor peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Santa Cruz. She was 72. Rafaela was born on October 24, 1943 in Cofradia de Duendes, Tecolotlan Mexico to her proud parents; Elias Cosio and Ramona Espinoza. Rafaela's life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She cherished being surrounded by her children...

Nov 12, 2015

On Thursday, November 12, 2015, Jose Flores Serrano peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Watsonville. He was 90. Jose was born on December 5, 1924 in San Pedro Tesistan, Jalisco Mexico to his proud parents; Emiliano and Febronia Flores Serrano. Jose was a great grandfather who raised his 5 grandkids and great grandkids. He taught his grandkids...

Nov 6, 2015

On Friday, November 6, Lois Ota passed away in her home following a lengthy battle against cancer at the age of 93. She was born in Gilroy on June 27, 1922, the third child of seven. She attended elementary school in San Juan Bautista and La Selva Beach, and graduated from Watsonville High School in 1940. There she was...

Nov 4, 2015

Rodrigo Retamoza, 84, passed away on November 4, 2015 surrounded by his family. He was born in Cosala, Sinaloa, December 18, 1930 to Maria Sanchez and Felipe Retamoza.

He was employed for Bud Antle for 20 years and then became self employed marketing Mexican imports. He loved to spend time with his family. His hobbies included fishing,...

Nov 2, 2015

Mrs. Alicia Elena Martinez peacefully passed away at home in the early morning of Monday, November 2, surrounded by her children. Mrs. Martinez (neAC. Alicia Elena Galarce Bardi), a resident of Watsonville for the past 44 years, was the widow of Dr. Marco Martinez, and is survived by her children, Marco A. Martinez-Galarce, Alicia Elena Rola, Dennis S. Martinez-Galarce,...

Oct 30, 2015

On October 30, 2015, Patrick Wall unexpectedly passed away surrounded by his family. He was 19. Patrick was born on July 19, 1996 in Watsonville, CA to his proud parents; Daniel and Lori Wall. Patrick enjoyed many things about life such as playing video games, listening to music and watching the Oakland Raiders. Most importantly he cherished the time...

Oct 28, 2015

Joe C. Lopez passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 28th 2015 in the hospital with his wife, sons and loving family by his side. He had just celebrated his 80th birthday last month.

Joe was born September 2nd, 1935 in the San Fernando Valley in Pacoima California to Eluterio and Pilar Lopez. Moved from there to Delano...

Oct 27, 2015

It is with deep sorrow that we share the news that our beloved Tosh went to be with his Creator on Tuesday, October 27, 2015. Tosh was born on a stormy day at Community Hospital of Santa Cruz. All who knew Tosh knew him as a kind and gentle spirit; his transparency, authenticity and honesty about life were infectious....

Oct 26, 2015

On Monday, October 26, 2015 Juan J. Guerrero unexpectedly passed away in Watsonville, CA. He was 48. Juan was born on June 24, 1967 in Jalisco, Mexico to his proud parents; Jose and Graciela Guerrero. Juan's life was devoted to his family and their happiness. He cherished spending time with his children and truly loved his wife. Juan also...

Oct 22, 2015

Harold N. Cross passed to the loving arms of our Heavenly Father on October 22, 2015 after suffering from cancer for several years. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Mary, his 10 terrific children: Chris (Vicki), Martha Brown (Ben). Colleen, Kellen (Susan), Noel (Amy), Andrea Staton (Steve), Kathleen McCready (Michael), Brendan (Jenna), Kerstin Pocock (Tim),...