Obituaries
Jose Velez Ibarra
Oct 21, 2015
On Wednesday, October 21, 2015 Jose Velez Ibarra peacefully passed away surrounding his family at Dominican Hospital. He was 86. Jose was born on August 1, 1929 in MichoacA�n, Mexico to his proud parents; Tomas and Petra Velez Ibarra. He loved to spending time and watching the waves at the beach and enjoyed listening to his Spanish audio Bible....
Marion Laughlan
Oct 20, 2015
On October 20, 2015, Marion Mary Laughlan peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at Watsonville Community Hospital. She was 76. Marion was born on January 10, 1939 in Scotland to her proud parents; Nisbet and Mary Muir, the younger sister of Grace and Tom. Marion was a woman of many wonderful traits. She was a volunteer at Faith...
Martha Cortes
Oct 20, 2015
On Tuesday, October 20, 2015 Martha A. Cortes of Royal Oaks peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in San Leandro, CA. She was 79. Mrs. Cortes was born on July 29, 1936 in Mexico to her proud parents; Mateo and Rosa Arevolo. Martha was a loving and caring wife; mother, grandmother and friend. She cherished spending time with...
Rafaela Lovato
Oct 20, 2015
On Tuesday, October 20, 2015 Rafaela Lovato peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 101. Rafaela was born on April 22, 1914 in Texas to her parents; Felix and Christina Espinoza. Rafaela was a woman of many wonderful traits. She enjoyed knitting, cleaning the house and cooking making tamales for her family and friends. Rafaela...
Rodolfo Hernandez
Oct 18, 2015
Rodolfo "Rudy" Hernandez Sr. passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Sunday October 18th, 2015, he was 64. Rudy was born in Apaseo El Alto Guanajuato, Mexico on April 17,1951 to his proud parents Vicente and late Petra Hernandez. He was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle and grandfather. He is preceded in death by his son Rudy...
Gregorio Rodriguez
Oct 17, 2015
On October 17, 2015 Gregorio "Greg" Rodriguez Jr., unexpectedly passed away in Merced, CA. He was 31. Greg was born on September 30, 1984 in Watsonville, CA to his proud parents; Gregorio Rodriguez and Lupe Silva. He enjoyed many things about life such as his family, spending time with his 2 nieces, playing soccer and his love for the...
Domingo Galvan
Oct 13, 2015
On Tuesday, October 13, 2015 Domingo Joseph Galvan III peacefully passed away in Santa Cruz. He was 39. Domingo was born on August 15, 1976 in Moss Landing, CA to his proud parents; Domingo Richard Galvan Jr. and Esperanza Galvan. He was a graduate of North Monterey County High School and a diehard Dallas Cowboy and Los Angeles Laker...
Maureen Gumm-Schmidt
Oct 5, 2015
Maureen Gloria Gumm-Schmidt passed away October 5, 2015 in the early morning surrounded by her loving family in her Prunedale home.
Maureen was born January 23, 1937 the daughter of Joseph Frank and Dorothy Fry in Santa Cruz. Maureen worked for JJ Crosetti for 25 years as a floor supervisor. She retired from Wrigley's after 5 years...
Geneva Cecil
Sep 27, 2015
On Sunday, September 27, 2015 Geneva Cecil peacefully passed away in Watsonville, CA. She was 87. Geneva was born on March 11, 1928 in Oklahoma to her proud parents; Andrew and Violet Cecil. Geneva was a woman of many wonderful traits. She received her Mastered Degree in Education and was a teacher for many joyful years. Geneva loved to...
James Leahy Jr.
Sep 22, 2015
James E. Leahy Jr. passed away at his home in Watsonville, CA on Sept 22, 2015. He was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer six years ago, but prayed deeply and called upon his well-known, uncanny toughness to extend his life to spend more time with his family and show his grandchildren love for as long as possible.
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Kathryn Winter
Sep 20, 2015
Kathryn (Katie) Ann Winter (Kesovia) went home to be with the Lord and was reunited with her parents Vito and Lena Kesovia, Sister, Mae Kesovia and great nephew Eric Pridemore Sunday, September 20th. She passed away peacefully at the home she loved and lived in for over 50 years. She was a 74 year old Watsonville native, who attended...
Eligia Montes
Sep 19, 2015
On Saturday, September 19, 2015, Eligia Castillo Montes peacefully passed away surrounded by hwr family in Royal Oaks, CA. She was 87. Eligia was born on January 1, 1928 in Cueramaro Guanajuato, Mexico to her proud parents; Miguel and Maria Castillo. Eligia was a woman of many wonderful traits. Her life was devoted to her family and their happiness....
Luis Delgado
Sep 17, 2015
Luis "Louie" Delgado peacefully passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2015 at the age of 86. Mr. Delgado was born on May 23, 1929 to Melquiades and Eloisa Delgado in Hagerman, New Mexico. He came to California as a young man where he learned the plumbing trade. He was employed by various plumbing companies and was a member of...
Lucio Luna Zuñiga
Sep 9, 2015
On Wednesday, September 9, 2015, Lucio Luna ZuA�iga peacefully passed away surrounding his family in Santa Cruz, CA. He was 63. Lucio was born on December 15, 1952 in Mexico to his parents; Daniel and Irene Luna ZuA�iga. Lucio was a hard worker, loving and generous man. He was a proud owner of Luna Landscaping and was a true...
Rosendo Calderon Diaz
Sep 9, 2015
On Wednesday, September 9, 2015, Rosendo Calderon Diaz peacefully passed away surrounding his family in Watsonville. He was 62. Rosendo was born on September 15, 1952 in Mexico to his parents; Ladislao and Maria Calderon Diaz. Rosendo was a man of many wonderful characteristics. He truly enjoyed woodshop, gardening and anything to do with the outdoors and agriculture. Rosendo...
Sergio Cruz Sr.
Sep 7, 2015
On Monday, September 7, 2015 Sergio Cruz Sr. peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Watsonville. He was 54. Sergio was born on October 25, 1960 in Mexico to his proud parents; Elpidio and Delia Cruz. Sergio was a true soccer fan and was an automobile fanatic. He's life was devoted to his family and their happiness. Sergio...
Kathleen Redenbaugh
Sep 7, 2015
On Monday, September 7, 2015 Kathleen Helen Redenbaugh peacefully passed away in Watsonville. She was 89.
Kathleen was born on July 7, 1926 in Hurland, Missouri to her proud parents, Homer and Mary Buhl.
Kathleen was a woman of many wonderful traits. She received her Bachelor's Degree and was a teacher for over 20 joyful...
Adelaida Mijares
Sep 1, 2015
On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 Adelaida Mijares peacefully passed away in Watsonville, CA. She was 90. Adelaida was born on December 16, 1924 in Mexico to her parents; Francisco and Maria Ortiz-Mijares. Adelaida was a woman of many wonderful qualities. She loved to laugh, listen to music and truly cherished spending time with her grandchildren and family. Adelaida's life...
Elton Riley
Sep 1, 2015
On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 Elton Riley peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Santa Cruz, CA. He was 81. Elton was born on October 21, 1933 in Oklahoma to his proud parents; Harvey and Mary Riley. Elton worked for Union Ice for 40 joyful years. He loved animals, camping, fishing and listening to country music. Elton cherished...
Jeanette Bishop
Aug 25, 2015
On Tuesday, August 25, 2015, Jeanette Bishop peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 89. Jeanette was born on January 18, 1926 in Roe, Arkansas to her proud parents; Loyd and Alice Jackson. Jeanette was a woman of many wonder traits. She was a proud member of the Freedom Children Center where she was a...
