David Martin Vasquez
Obituary
David Martin Vasquez, 62, of Soledad, passed away peacefully, Monday, March 9, 2021, at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital.
David, a former resident of Soledad and Gonzales, was born May 17, 1958, in Salinas, where he recently resided.
He was a graduate of Gonzales High School, class of 1977. He attended Hartnell and was employed as a dedicated truck driver, employed with 7-UP, Nestle, and Gold Rush. He was an avid San Francisco Giants and 49ers fan, and enjoyed camping, the outdoors, baking and cooking, and especially family time.
He is survived by his wife, Esther Vasquez of Salinas; son, David M. (Evelyn) Vasquez of Soledad; siblings, Anita (Ed) Esteban of Soledad, Liz Vasquez of Gilroy, Perfecto Vasquez of Soledad, Fermin (Maria) Vasquez of Soledad, Phil Vasquez of Soledad, Albert Vasquez of Merced; many nieces, nephews, and extended family. David was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Pauline Vasquez.
Rosary and Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Solitude Catholic Church in Soledad; followed with burial at Soledad Cemetery District.
Arrangements by Woodyard Funeral Home, 395 East St., Soledad, (831) 678-9100, WoodyardFuneralHome.com.
Published in Salinas Valley Tribune · March 17, 2021