Obituaries
Neil Edward Bowles
May 18, 2024
On May 18, 2024, Neil Edward Bowles passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family in Watsonville, CA. He was 65.
Neil was born on July 25, 1958, in Watsonville, to his parents Edward and Helen Bowles.
Neil was a hardworking man with a heart of gold. He graduated from Watsonville High School and Cabrillo College. He enjoyed going to Bass...
Todd McFarren
May 14, 2024
“Todd McFarren peacefully passed away from Alzheimer's on May 14, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife Yolanda, daughters Erica and Winnie, son Ian and sister Gay Francis. Born in Canton, Ohio, Todd was an all-American hero. He joined the Marine Corps and became a decorated Vietnam veteran. He earned multiple degrees from...
Marisela Bermudez
May 14, 2024
On May 14, 2024, Marisela Bermudez passed away in Watsonville CA. She was 62.
Marisela was born on August 5, 1961, in Congregacion Panales, Guanajuato, to her parents Valentina Medina and Antonia Castro.
Marisela loved cooking and family gatherings. She also enjoyed dancing and taking care of her grandchildren, she loved being at service to everyone who needed it.
Marisela is survived by...
Rachel Nevarez
May 13, 2024
On May 13, 2024, Rachel Nevarez passed away in Watsonville CA. She was 80. Rachel was born on July 25, 1943, to her parents Antonia and Victor Rodriguez.
Rachel was an extraordinary woman who overcame many obstacles to become a successful business woman. Born into a migrant family that traveled yearly from Texas to Washington, following crop work from state to state,...
Edward David Soito
May 13, 2024
On May 13, 2024, Edward D. Soito passed away in Watsonville CA. He was 82.
Edward was born on September 13, 1941, to his parents Edwin and Mary Soito.
Edward loved spending time with his family. He was a hardworking man. He was a member of Bethel Tabernacle for over 50 years. He loved to walk at the park, the Mission and...
Kerry Alan Glueck
May 12, 2024
Kerry Alan Glueck peacefully passed away on May 12,2024. He was 60.
Kerry was born on June 13, 1963, to his parents George and Norma Glueck in San Diego, CA.
Kerry was an excellent portrait artist. He enjoyed riding and working on bicycles, he would also ride unicycles. Kerry loved cooking and loved being by the ocean. He loved being with his...
Reynaldo Villarico Polhen
May 7, 2024
Reynaldo Villarico Polhen was a native of Manila Pasay City, Philippines but resided in Salinas. He was born on September 13, 1946 and passed away at Salinas Valley Health Medical Center May 7, 2024.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years Maxine and his three children Rommel, Patrick, and Krystle, his grandchildren Azareil,Jeremiah, and Kaitlin, as well as his...
Arnold Clarence Harvey
May 7, 2024
Arnold passed away from a sudden illness on May 7, 2024.
Arnold was born on July 3, 1941 in Fremont, California but lived most of his life in Watsonville. After high school, he followed in his father’s footsteps working in the agriculture industry for 30 plus years.
Later in life, Arnold developed a reputation for his BBQ and cooking skills as well...
David Baptista
May 5, 2024
On May 5, 2024, David Baptista passed away unexpectedly in Salinas CA. He was 64.
David was born on November 17, 1959, to his parents Frank and Alice Baptista.
David loved listening to music and enjoyed funny movies. He enjoyed eating in restaurants with family and friends.
He is survived by his siblings Debbie Almeida, Laurie Baptista and Frank Baptista Jr.
He is preceded...
Graciela Jimenez Perez
Apr 29, 2024
On April 29, 2024, Graciela Jimenez Perez peacefully passed away at home surrounded by her family. She was 89.
She was born on July 18, 1934, in Santiago Tlatelolco, Jalisco, to her parents, Juan and Tiburcia Perez.
Graciela, aka as “Chela” to her family and friends was a wife, mother, mother-in-law, sister, grandmother, aunt, godmother, friend to many of her coworkers who...
Fortunato Renteria Garcia
Apr 27, 2024
On April 27, 2024, Fortunato Renteria Garcia passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He was 97.
Fortunato was born on June 11, 1926, in San Juan Citala, Jalisco, to his parents Bonifacio Renteria Monreal and Maria Felix Garcia Sanchez.
Fortunato was a hardworking man devoted to his family. He loved spending time in his garden, watching the news and...
James Edmond Spain
Apr 21, 2024
On Sunday, April 21, 2024 James Edmond Spain passed away at his home.
James was a man of many wonderful traits. He was a graduate of Aptos High and loved hunting and fishing. James was a heavy equipment operator at Granite Construction and was a volunteer fireman at Salsipuedes Fire Department.
James is survived by his father, James Spain Sr. and his...
Gregorio Montes
Apr 13, 2024
Gregorio Montes Peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on April 13, 2024. He was 69.
Gregorio was born on November 27, 1954, to his parents Geronimo Montes and Eligia Castillo Montes.
Gregorio loved spending time with his family, cooking, and he enjoyed having a good laugh. He was a resident of Watsonville, CA.
Gregorio is survived by his children Greg Montes Jr,...
Jose Luis Garnica
Apr 10, 2024
Jose Luis Garnica passed away in Watsonville, Ca on April 10, 2024. At age 70.
Jose Luis Garnica was born on July 13, 1953, in Michoacan, Mexico and was a resident of Watsonville for 52 years.
Jose Luis Garnica had a passion for fixing classic cars and helping others. His passion led him to be known by many for his reliability and...
Dwain B. Mason
Apr 8, 2024
Dwain Mason peacefully passed away surrounded by his family in Watsonville, Ca. on April 8, 2024. He was 82.
Dwain was born on September 21, 1941, in Watsonville Ca.
Growing up Dwain played High School and College Football and Track and Field, Dwain was a cowboy (team roper). He enjoyed quarter horse racing, golfing, fishing, and hunting, he worked in construction for...
William Joseph Gonzales
Apr 7, 2024
William Joseph Gonzales passed away surrounded by his family in Modesto, Ca. on April 7, 2024. He was 73.
William was born on February 22, 1951, in Watsonville Ca. to his parents Alejandro and Mildred Gonzales.
William was a hardworking man dedicated to his family. He was a P.C.A Consultant of Strawberries for many years. He was an avid fisherman. He loved...
Lola Mae Hart
Mar 31, 2024
On March 31, 2024, Lola Mae (Rackley) Hart, peacefully passed away in Watsonville, CA. She was 93.
Lola was born on May 22, 1930, to her parents Leroy and Edith Rackley.
In 1948 Lola graduated from Watsonville High School, she was a devoted member of Twins Lakes Church, and she loved playing tennis which she played up until her mid 80’s. She...
Leon Crumpton
Mar 23, 2024
Leon Crumpton, affectionately known as “Papa” to his grandchildren and as “The Legend” to many others, passed away on March 23, 2024. He was born in Lubbock Texas in 1937 to his loving parents Robert AC and Beatrice Crumpton.
Leon is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, and best friend, Joyce Crumpton (née White), and their cherished...
Adela Reynoso de Renteria
Mar 20, 2024
On Wednesday March 20, 2024, Adela Reynoso de Renteria peacefully passed away in her daughter Teresa Rodriguez’s home in Salinas Surrounded by her family. She was 79.
Adela was born November 15,1944, in Santa Rosa, Zacatecas, Mexico to her parents Soledad Sandoval and Tiburcio Reynoso.
Adela was a devoted woman of faith; she loved going to church. She was a hard-working woman...
Lydia Lerma
Mar 16, 2024
On Saturday, March 16, 2024, Lydia Lerma peacefully passed away at her home in Watsonville, surrounded by her family. She was 88.
Lydia was a woman of many wonderful traits. She was a Teamster, member of the YMCA, a Pink Lady and a professional babysitter. She loved to volunteer and was an active member of her community. She will be missed...
