Gerardo Manuel Barajas-Carreon died Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 40 years old.
Gerardo was born on Sept. 3, 1984, in Watsonville to parents Gerardo A. Barajas and Martha O. Barajas.
Mr. Barajas-Carreon was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran who enjoyed living life to the fullest. He loved to keep active, spending his free time surfing, scuba diving, skimboarding, playing tennis and golfing. He was a kind, adventurous and loving man who will be missed by his family and friends deeply.
Mr. Barajas-Carreon is survived by his Daniel Isaiah Barajas, parents Gerardo and Martha Barajas, and his siblings, Hector Alejandro Parra, Edgar Eduardo Barajas, Aaron Barajas and Jocelyn Barajas.
A memorial service will be held for Gerardo on Sunday, July 6 at 5pm at Ave Maria Memorial Chapel, 609 Main St., Watsonville. There will be a funeral Mass at Our Lady Help of Christians Church on Monday, July 7 at 10am followed by a burial at Valley Public Cemetery.
