Obituaries
Emerita Felix Haro
Jun 10, 2024
On Monday June 10, 2024, Emerita Felix Haro passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones in Watsonville, CA. She was 85.
Emerita was born on November 6, 1938, in Santa Rosa, Zacatecas to her parents Candelario Felix Nuñes and Refugio Gonzalez Mora.
Emerita loved cooking, it was her love language. She was a great women devoted to her catholic faith and...
Conrado Benavidez
Jun 8, 2024
Conrado Benavidez peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday June 8, 2024. He was 79.
Conrado was born on October 3, 1944, in Brownsville, Texas. To his parents Marco and Maria Benavidez where he grew up with his 13 brothers and sisters.
Conrado was a long-time resident of Watsonville. He enjoyed taking his daily walks through the streets of Downtown...
Jesus Jaras
Jun 7, 2024
Jesus Jaras passed away peacefully on Friday June 7, 2024, surrounded by his family in Watsonville, CA. He was 64.
Jesus was born on October 20, 1959, in Jalisco, Mexico to his parents Maria and Manuel Jaras.
Jesus had a deep love for working and barbequing with his family.
Jesus is survived by his wife Valentina Pesqueira and his children Alexis Jaras, Kristina...
Kelly J Wise
Jun 4, 2024
On June 4, 2024, Kelly J. Wise passed away peacefully at home in La Selva Beach, CA. She was 57.
Kelly was born on April 10, 1967, to her parents Beverly and Dean Wise.
Kelly graduated from Chico State University. She was an accomplished Artist. She was a tremendous Cook with an amazing ability to take leftovers and turn them into delicious...
Rosemarie Hurley
Jun 3, 2024
On June 3, 2024, Rosemarie Hurley passed away. She was born on May 15, 1957, to her parents Paul and Isabel Martinez.
Rosemarie was devoted to her family and loved ones. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, she enjoyed cooking, gardening, and listening to music in her backyard.
Rosemarie is survived by her husband Robert E. Hurley Jr, her daughter Rachael...
Kristy Bertone
May 27, 2024
On May 27, 2024, Kristy Lynn Bertone, affectionately known as “Auntie K” amongst her family, passed away peacefully.
She was born to Roy and Virginia Bertone in Watsonville on Jan. 2, 1956.
She attended Moreland Notre Dame and was a graduate of the Watsonville High School class of 1974.
Kristy is survived by her brother, Gary Bertone (Lisa), nieces Jillene Pina and Merissa...
Mark Allen Young
May 23, 2024
Long-time Aptos resident, Mark Allen Young, age 61, passed away unexpectedly on May 23, 2024, in Aptos. Mark was born in O’Connor Hospital in San Jose, CA, and relocated with his family to their custom-built home in the Aptos Hills in the ‘60s. Mark attended all the Aptos schools and graduated from Aptos High School in 1980 where he was...
Patricia Ann Garbez
May 18, 2024
Patti Garbez, 73 of Corralitos, CA, passed away peacefully on April 18,2024, at her home, in her own bed. Patti was a beautiful person and will be greatly missed. Patti grew up in San Pedro, CA, where she lived with her parents, Ester and Harvey Harms and her brother Robert Harms. She attended San Pedro High School where she was...
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...
