Liaz Leon Sr.
Obituary
Liaz Leon, Sr. passed away on April 29, 2026, at the age of 93. He was one of 5 children born in San Juan Bautista, Ca. to Aurelio and Cuca Matinez Leon on July 22,1932.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Sally Leon; and survived by his 5 children, Anna Gonzales (Mario), Alice Curtis (Marc), Liaz Jr. (Geri), Jeff and Ed Leon.
He was lovingly known as "Popi" to his favorite 9 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, who will miss him beyond words.
Liaz and Sally met when he returned home to Watsonville after spending 2 years in the Army during the 1950's, stationed in Japan and Fort Ord. They spent most of their lives in Watsonville. Upon his retirement from Green Giant, they moved to Arnold, Ca. and then Jamestown, Ca. They loved the mountains and lakes.
He loved golfing and fly fishing, winning many tournaments at Spring Hills and PV Golf courses in Watsonville. Also winning the Biggest trout competition one year at White Pines Lake in Arnold, which he caught with one of his own hand tied flies.
Our father Liaz was the most loving, caring and kind man we will ever know, and we will miss him every day.
A celebration of his life will be held at a future date.
Published in The Pajaronian · May 18, 2026