James Joseph Zazueta
Obituary
James Joseph Zazueta, "Jim" went to our Heavenly Father on June 14, 2021 at the age of 75. He was born on September 27, 1945 to his parents Andrew and Frances Zazueta. Jim graduated from Palma High School in 1964. He enlisted in the Air Force shortly after graduation. While stationed at Edwards Airforce Base he met his wife Paulette Champ.
After completing his tour in the Air Force he worked for his father at Hollister Bakery. He would later travel to Chicago where he would receive his Masters Degree in Baking and Cake decorating. He returned to Hollister and once again worked for his father for several years until 1985 when the bakery closed.
Jim and his family moved to Susanville, CA. where he worked at High Desert State Penitentiary as a vocational instructor. While there, he spread his love of baking to the inmates he taught. Jim retired in 2008.
He is survived by his wife Paulette, son James J. Zazueta Jr. and wife Kristal, son Scott E. Zazueta and wife Darcy, son Michael A. Zazueta and wife Cindy and daughter Kylene Watson. He has 10 grandchildren and one great grandchild on the way. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister. Loved by many, he will be dearly missed.
Published in Hollister Free Lance · July 1, 2021