John Manual Casarez's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Castroville, California

John Manual Casarez

June 24, 1943 - January 9, 2026 (82 years old)

Castroville, California

John Manual Casarez's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Castroville, California

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Struve and Laporte Funeral Home

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John Manual Casarez

June 24, 1943 - January 9, 2026 (82 years old)

Castroville, California

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John Manual Casarez Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John Manual Casarez of Castroville, California, born in Salinas, California, who passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Manual Casarez to show support.

He was predeceased by: his wife Donna; his parents, Dean Sr. Diaz and Jenny Diaz; his siblings, Dean Jr. and Sandra; and his granddaughter Abby.

He is survived by: his sons, Brandon (Molly) and Martin (Tori) of Salinas; his grandchildren, Jacob, Bailey and Noah; his significant other Christina Martinez of Castroville; his partner's children, Gina (Jose) of Castroville and Adam (Denise) of Marina; his grandsons, Manuel, Nick, Andrew, Eric and Xavier; and his brother-in-law Daniel Ruiz. He is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Struve and Laporte Funeral Home



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Jan 26

Graveside service

Memories Cemetery
850 Abbott St, Salinas, CA 93901

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Jan 26

Celebration of life

Crazy Horse Golf and Country Club
475 San Juan Grade Rd, Salinas, CA 93906

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