Obituaries
Marydonna Terry
Nov 17, 2014
On November 17, 2014, Marydonna (Carpenter) Terry peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at her home in Capitola.
Marydonna, a California native, was married for 25 years to Robert Terry Sr. She had a truly great family of six boys and two girls, Robert Jr, Ellen, Steven, Timothy, Mark, Matthew, Genevieve and Kevin, 13 grandchildren and...
Ernest Wong
Nov 12, 2014
Ernest Wong passed away on November 12, 2014. He was born in Stockton on Aug. 12, 1925.
Ernie arrived in Watsonville in 1939 and attended local schools, including the Chinese School in Pajaro. In 1943 he enlisted in the Army Air Corps at the age of 17 A½. He became an aviation cadet and attended Montana State...
William Ayers
Nov 3, 2014
Norm Ayers, a long-time resident of Corralitos, CA peacefully passed away on November 3, 2014 at the age of 75.
He was born on January 25, 1939 to his proud parents William "Floyd" and Georgie Ayers.
Throughout Norm's life he had accomplished many remarkable achievements and goals such as serving his country in the Navy....
Merietta Gouker
Nov 1, 2014
Merietta "Skeet" Gouker, peacefully passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2014. At her home in Castroville surrounded by family. She was 87.
A native of Oklahoma, Mrs. Gouker had previously lived in Watsonville for more than 50 years.
She loved to knit, crochet and bake pies. She also was an avid bingo player. To a...
Josephine Puhera
Oct 31, 2014
Josephine Franich Puhera, 95, Watsonville, passed away peacefully the morning of October 31, 2014 in Watsonville, California, surrounded by her family.
Jo was born in Butte, Montana to Mijo and Luce Franich on February 22, 1919. After settling in California, she graduated from Oakland Technical High School. She lived and worked in San Francisco during the 40's...
Lorraine Morris
Oct 23, 2014
Long time resident of Aptos, Lorraine Patricia Morris died in her home in Aptos, 2 weeks after her 87th birthday.
She was born in San Francisco to Harry&Catherine Leslie. She grew up in Gilroy, CA and graduated from Gilroy High School in 1945. She went to San Jose State University, where she fell in love with Felix...
Bernice Radovich
Oct 13, 2014
On October 13, 2014, a long-time resident of Watsonville, CA, Bernice Herbert Radovich peacefully passed away at Watsonville Community Hospital. She was 96 years old.
Bernice was a school teacher for many years at Fruit Vale School, Larkin Valley, and Pajaro Elementary School. She loved family gatherings and brought joy to everyone. Her favorite times were her...
Ramon Rendo?
Oct 10, 2014
On October 10th, 2014, Ramon Pablo RendoA� unexpectedly passed away in Watsonville, CA. He was 33 years old.
Ramon was full of life, social and was a very happy man. He enjoyed riding and working on his bike and loved to flirt with women. For those that knew Ramon, he was known for his love and dedication...
Mary Silva
Sep 30, 2014
Mary Ceballos Silva went home to be with her Lord surrounded with love by her Family Tuesday evening Sept. 30th 2014. She was 86.
As the second daughter born to Lino and Soledad Ceballos, Mary grew up amongst nine brothers and sisters. The family moved from city to city following the harvest, living a humble and simple...
Jose Aldana Calvillo
Sep 25, 2014
On September 25, 2014, Jose Guadalupe Aldana Calvillo peacefully passed away surrounded by his family at Watsonville Community Hospital. He was 83.
Jose was born in Saltillo De Velazquez, Jalisco Mexico on May 8, 1931 to Teofilo and Zenaida Aldana Calvillo.
Working in the fields for 70 years, Jose was a hard worker and enjoyed...
Hilda Burns
Sep 21, 2014
Hilda J. Burns was born on April 22, 1932, Carrollton, AL to William and Annie Lancaster. Hilda, 82, went home to be with the Lord on September 21, 2014.
Hilda was a loving mother and grandmother. She was active in the Salvation Army and various churches throughout her life. Hilda was a devout Christian all her life....
MaryLou Sears
Sep 12, 2014
MaryLou Sears was born Dec 4th 1929, and passed away peacefully on Sept. 12th 2014. Born and raised in Watsonville, the youngest of three, to John and Nellie Bremis. She leaves her brother Paul Bremis of Watsonville and sister Kathleen Marrington of Rogue River, Oregon.
She was a beloved mother to Mike, Suzanne and Scott Sears, as...
Victoria Salazar Sainz
Sep 11, 2014
On September 11, 2014, Victoria Salazar Sainz peacefully passed away surrounded by her family at the age of 81. She was born on April 23, 1933 in Jalisco, Mexico to Leonides and Maria De Jesus Sainz. Victoria was a resident long-time resident of Watsonville, CA since 1967. She worked for the Watsonville Canning Company for over 30 years. After...
Joshua Price
Sep 6, 2014
Joshua Adam Price was born on March 9, 1979, in Watsonville, CA, to Harry and Jo Price. Josh, 35, went home to be with the Lord on September 6, 2014. He was on his way to his sister's house to help move a project when he was killed in a tractor accident.
As a boy, Josh was...
Adolfo Galván
Sep 4, 2014
Adolf GalvA�n passed away on Thursday, September 4th at the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, at the age of 70. He died of complications from a tragic hit and run on Pacific Avenue in Santa Cruz on the 24th of August. Adolf was born in El Control in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas. His father, Manuel GalvA�n, was born...
Estelle Larkin
Aug 28, 2014
Estelle Larkin passed away peacefully in the presence of her loving family on August 28 after a 10 year battle with breast cancer.
Estelle was born in San Jose, CA, to William (Bill) and Cynthia Fiscus and grew up in Morgan Hill, CA. She attended Live Oak High School in Morgan Hill where she was a cheerleader...
Alvin Jackson
Aug 27, 2014
Alvin was born July 4, 1909, he died peacefully at home on August 27, 2014, he was 105 years old. He was born in Rural Alabama and then moved to California when he was about 24 years old.
Alvin was an avid golfer which he indulged in as often as he could. He also enjoyed gardening, fishing,...
Esperanza Mercado
Aug 22, 2014
On August 22, 2014 Esperanza Caballero Mercado, peacefully passed away at Watsonville Community Hospital, at the age of 84.
She was born on March 6, 1930 in Araro Michoacan, Mexico to Ignacio and Marciala Caballero. Esperanza loved cooking, gardening, camping and valued family gatherings. Her life was devoted to her family and their happiness and they meant...
Francisco Diaz
Aug 22, 2014
On August 22, 2014 Francisco Macario Diaz unexpectedly passed away at the age of 45.
Francisco was so full of life and was a very happy man. He enjoyed working, detailing cars and loved building low rider bikes. Francisco also valued family gatherings and they meant the world to him.
To a loving Husband, Father,...
Stephen Barnes
Aug 16, 2014
This is dedicated to Stephen R Barnes (9/13/57-8/16/14); an amazing father, husband and friend who's charisma and quick wit won the respect of many.
His advice, stories, consideration and love will allow for his legacy to live on within everyone he met. Steve's life has allowed everyone to see how great a man can be. He will...
