Obituaries
Robert Chavarria
Jun 13, 2015
On Saturday, June 13, 2015 Robert Chavarria peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Salinas, CA. He was 62. Robert was born on September 26, 1952 in Harlingen, Texas. Robert was a very hard-working man with many wonderful traits. In his free time he loved to fish, garden, work on cars, BBQ and enjoyed the outdoors. Prior to...
Judy Corona
Jun 12, 2015
On Friday, June 12, 2015 Judy Corona peacefully passed away at Watsonville Community Hospital. She was 43. Judy enjoyed many things in life such as listening and dancing to music and cooking for her family and friends. She also loved spending time with her two dogs who meant the absolute world to her. To a loving Wife, Mother, Sister,...
Jim Uyematsu
Jun 6, 2015
Jim Uyematsu, 92, passed away peacefully at home on June 11, 2015. Born in Orange, California Jim lived in Watsonville since 1947. Jim was a lifelong strawberry farmer who started farming with his father, Rempei, and brother, Roy in Southern California. After World War II the family started farming strawberries in Watsonville for Driscoll Strawberry Associations, Inc. Jim farmed...
Alejandro Fernandez
Jun 6, 2015
On Saturday, June 6, 2015 Alejandro Campos Fernandez passed away in Watsonville, CA at the age of 45. Alejandro's life was devoted to his 3 sons who meant the absolute world to him and came before anything else. He was their number one fan and would do anything to support them. Alejandro was a very hard and determined worker....
Carmen Galindo
Jun 3, 2015
On Wednesday, June 3, 2015 Carmen Galindo peacefully passed away surrounded by her family in Watsonville. She was 82. She was born on July 17, 1932 in Apulco, Jalisco, Mexico to her proud parents; Jesus Galindo and Rodolfa Valle. Carmen's life was devoted to her family and their happiness. We are forever grateful to have known Carmen and for...
Pedro Juarez
May 22, 2015
On Friday, May 22, 2015 Pedro Juarez peacefully passed away at Watsonville Community Hospital. He was 91. Pedro was born on April 28, 1924 in Guanajuato, Mexico to his proud parents; Lucio and Juana Juarez. He was an active bike rider and was an avid member of Saint Patrick Church. He enjoyed reading novels and was a true fan...
Jamie Schipsi
May 22, 2015
On May 22, 2015 Jamie Jo Schipsi peacefully passed away in Hollister, CA. She was 51.
Jamie was a loving, caring, generous and compassionate woman. Her biggest accomplishment was being the best mother to her children, who truly meant the world to her. Jamie had a true passion for helping people and was always standing up for...
Baylee Torres
May 19, 2015
Baylee Brielle Torres Born December 11th 2014 became an angel on May 19th 2015 surrounded by love. She will be greatly missed by her Mother, Valerie Fischer and Father, Fabian Torres. Baylee has three older Sisters, (Brianna,Genevie, and Alyssa) and a big Brother, Brandon Torres. Also survived by her Nani, Carmen Lopez, Aunt, Marisa Fischer and Uncle Jaren Lopez....
Barbara Kilduff
May 17, 2015
On Sunday, May 17, 2015, a long-time resident of Watsonville, CA Barbara A. Kilduff peacefully passed away at her home. She was 77. Barbara was a woman of many wonderful qualities. She had a true passion for horseback riding and was a member of the Monterey Bay Equestrian Team. Barbara enjoyed hiking and loved bicycling and was a member...
Anita Gonzalez
May 17, 2015
On Sunday, May 17, 2015, a long-time resident of Watsonville, Anita Gonzalez peacefully passed away at the age of 58. She was born on August 14, 1957 in MichoacA�n, Mexico to her proud parents Jose Gonzalez and Elisa Torrez. Anita's life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She cherished spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren....
Virginia Rose
May 17, 2015
On Sunday, May 17, 2015 Virginia Kay Rose peacefully passed away in Watsonville, CA surrounded by her family. She was 71. Virginia was born on November 20, 1943 in Gilroy, CA to her proud parents Harry and Katherine Pappani. Virginia was a big sports enthusiast. She was a fan of the SF Giants, the Golden State Warriors and The...
Betty Dickie
May 16, 2015
On Saturday, May 16, 2015 Betty M. Dickie peacefully passed away in Capitola, CA. She was 91. Betty was born on February 22, 1924 in Madrid Nebraska to her proud parents Rex and Nora Carothers. Betty's life was devoted to her family and their happiness. She valued spending time with her family and grandchildren. Her stories and sense of...
Judith Paljetak
May 14, 2015
Judith Lynn Paljetak peacefully passed away on May 14, 2015 in Watsonville, CA, she was 76 years old. Judy was born on February 25, 1939 to Richard and Nola Carpenter in Carmel, CA. She spent her early years growing up in Pacific Grove, CA with her big brother and two sisters. She used to love doing cartwheels on the...
Stanley Moore
May 14, 2015
Stanley Harold Moore passed away May 14, 2015. He was 86 years old at the time of his death having been born April 13, 1929 to Raymond N and Grace (Robbins) Moore in Brawley, California. Stanley arrived in Watsonville in the early 1930's where his father worked harvesting produce. Their first home was at Grant's Campground on Front St....
Jessica Barrett-Fox
May 11, 2015
Jessica Barrett-Fox Jacobson was an angel on earth. She was at her home in La Selva Beach when she passed into heaven on May 11, 2015.
Jessica was born in Elgin, Illinois on January 2, 1974 to Uriel Fox; they moved to Santa Cruz when she was six months old. In 1979 Uriel met and married Ron...
Alex Flores
May 8, 2015
On Friday, May 8, 2015, Alex Flores peacefully passed away surrounded by his family at his residence in San Jose, CA. He was 61. Alex loved music and was a well-known local musician and disc-jockey within the San Jose area. He was a very generous man and enjoyed volunteering at the Senior Center in Visalia, CA. He also cherished...
Frank Rosa
May 7, 2015
On Thursday, May 7th, 2015 a longtime resident of Watsonville, CA, Frank Henry Rosa peacefully passed away. Frank was a man of many wonderful traits. He loved to hunt, golf and BBQ with family and friends. He cherished spending time with his family, who meant the world to him. Frank was apart the American Legion and the California Water...
Betty Baniaga
May 7, 2015
On Thursday, May 7, 2015, Betty Magarin Baniaga passed away peacefully at her home in Watsonville, CA. She was 71 years old.
Betty was born to Francisco and Macrina Magarin in Wanagan, Vintar, Ilocos Norte, Philippines on February 13, 1944.
She immigrated to the United States in 1964 and joined her parents in Cutler, CA....
Irma Rodriguez
May 7, 2015
On Thursday, May 7, 2015, our beloved Queen Irma Cabezuela Rodriguez passed away peacefully at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. She was 53. Irma's sense of humor was priceless. She would always make us laugh and greeted everyone with a welcome smile and love. Irma will be remembered for her intelligence, generosity, toughness and unconditional love and support for her...
Julian Ortiz
Apr 28, 2015
On Tuesday, April 28, 2015, Julian Ortiz Gomez passed away peacefully at his home in Watsonville surrounded by his loving family. He was 72.
Mr. Ortiz was born on September 2, 1942 in Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico. Julian married Socorro Maria Ortiz (deceased) and had three beautiful children. Julian moved to Watsonville in 1986. He met his loving...
