All Obituaries

On Sunday, November 4th 2018, Roldan Ramirez Jr, passed away peacefully. He was surrounded by his loving parents, his five siblings and close family members. He was 54 years old. Junior was born on May 23, 1964 in Watsonville, California to Roldan and Maria Elena Ramirez. He grew up on the family farm helping his parents pick strawberries for Driscoll’s alongside his brothers. He received his high school diploma from Watsonville High in 1983. He traded the family agricultural business...

Nicolas Banez died at his home surrounded by his loved ones on November 2, 2018. He was 98. Nicolas was born December 2, 1919 to Lazaro and Luncia Banez in the Philippines. He arrived in the U.S. in 1973 to reunite with his wife Ramona of 67 years. Soon after, he worked in agriculture. He enjoyed making furniture, taking in stray animals, gardening, and working on his truck. He is preceded in death by his wife Ramona and daughter Norma and is survived by his children; Connie Isidro (TX),...

Bonifacio M. “Boni” Coma, Sr., died at Watsonville Community Hospital October 31, 2018.  He was 81.  A native of the Philippine Islands, he has lived in Watsonville since 1976. Mr. Coma was the head custodian for the City of Watsonville for 27 years.  He was a member of the Filipino Community of Watsonville.  He was an enthusiastic fan of all sports, but his passion was golf and played regularly. Mr. Coma leaves his wife, Fely, of Watsonville; his son,...

Walter Gomez died at his home in Aromas surrounded by his family October 31, 2018.  He was 93.  A native of the San Joaquin Valley, he moved to Santa Cruz County 60 years ago, the last 13 years in Aromas. Mr. Gomez was a dairyman and owned M.P. Gomez and Son for 40 years.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army.   Mr. Gomez enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, and hiking in the woods of Modoc County. Mr. Gomez leaves his daughters, Madelyn and Debbie, and one granddaughter,...

Juanita Marie Clifton, beautiful wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt; passed away at her home on October 31, 2018 in Corralitos, California.  She was 78. Juanita was born in Salina, Kansas on October 20, 1940.  She lived in Salina her entire childhood and it was there she met and married the love of her life, her precious husband Bill Clifton, who was stationed there in the Air Force.  They spent over 60 wonderful years together.  Bill was by her side, as always,...

Erma J. Moniz died October 18, 2018.  She was 91.  Born to Joseph and Rose Moniz in 1927, she was the baby of ten children.  She worked in various rose nurseries before moving to Watsonville to be with her sister, Florence.  They enjoyed traveling together. Ms. Moniz is survived by her sister-in-law, Capi Moniz, numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.  She will always be remembered as sweet Auntie Erma. An interment ceremony at the family mausoleum will be held...

Matthew Smith Jr. left this world on 10-18-2018. Matthew leaves behind his daughter Cassandra and the love of his life Michele Morgan who he had planned to marry on 9-19-19, next year. He also leaves behind his mother Luana, and brother Johnny, Eli and sister Tara along with many family members he loved. Matthew loved his mother in law Joanne and father in law Patrick Jackson and the rest of his family with all his heart. Matthew grew up in Watsonville and enjoyed reading the Bible, walks on...

Samuel Everett Steverson was ushered home on October 14, 2018 after succumbing to Alzheimer’s disease, surrounded by his close family in Watsonville, CA. Born on November 4, 1946 in Memphis, TN, he was the son of the late Samuel and Eunice Steverson. Sam’s family relocated to La Puente, CA when he was a child. Most recently Sam resided in Watsonville with his wife. He attended the University of Pacific and received his Master’s in Sociology and also received a...

Maria Garcia passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on October 13, 2018. She was 92. Mrs. Garcia was born to Manuel Del Hoyo and Soledad Flores in Durango, Mexico on October 30, 1925. She settled in this community with her family for over 50 years. During these years, Maria held many jobs, but before retiring she worked in a local apple shed. She was a hard worker and very dedicated to her family.  Maria was a woman of faith, and liked to read the Bible.  She was...

Elna Marian Bliske of Lodi, California passed away peacefully on Friday, October 7, 2018 at Lodi Memorial Hospital at 94 years of age. She was born on February 26, 1924 to George and Mollie Wittler in Cornlea, Nebraska. She attended St. Francis High School in Humphrey where she was head cheerleader, and well known for her lively sense of humor. At her 75th high school reunion in 2016, Elna was one of just four surviving graduates to attend. Upon her high school graduation, she attended Van...