John Brian Scollard

John Brian Scollard died on Nov. 8 at the age of 85, following a short illness.

Mr. Scollard was born in Oakland on May 8, 1935, but lived in Watsonville most of his life. His family owned the former Mello house on White Road.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Carol Iris, and he leaves behind his two stepdaughters, Narita Taylor, Jynel Sawyer and his granddaughter.

Mr. Scollard was an engineer and electrician for many years at our local canneries. He was brilliantly clever and he loved woodworking. He also enjoyed creating robotic things. Photography was another passion. Mostly though, he loved his wife and daughters.

Arrangements have been entrusted in the care of the Carroll Family of Ave Maria Memorial Chapel, www.avemariamemorialchapel.com.

Published in The Pajaronian · January 1, 2021