Jose Arriaga Ambriz Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Jose Arriaga Ambriz of Santa Cruz, California, who passed away on November 1, 2025 at the age of 88. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jose Arriaga Ambriz to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Jose had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Jose may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his wife Reynalda Calderon Angeles Arriaga. He is survived by: his children, Richard Angeles, Sylvia Blair, Christina Gonzales, Victoria Sanchez, Maria Elisa Huerta, Jose Chacon, Diana Gallegos and Angelica Espino. He is also survived by 30 grandchildren, 62 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren.
Viewing will be held on Tuesday, November 18th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Ave Maria Memorial Chapel (609 Main St, Watsonville, CA 95076). A rosary will be held on Tuesday, November 18th 2025 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, November 19th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Valley Catholic Church.
