Pedro Avelar

Pedro Avelar died on June 29. He was 55.

Mr. Avelar was born on Aug. 3, 1965, in Nochistlan, Zacatecas, Mexico. He came to the U.S. at the age of 8 with his mother and his two younger siblings and settled here in Watsonville.

He married the love of his life, Angela, in 1993. He enjoyed the outdoors and going on long walks. Camping and barbequing were some of his favorite hobbies. He also enjoyed collecting memorabilia and miscellaneous antiques, listening to music and spending time with his family and friends. His family and friends described Mr. Avelar as an unselfish, caring person who would give the shirt off his back to any stranger in need.

He is survived by his wife of 29 years Angela (Hernandez) Avelar; his daughter, Jessica Diaz; his mother, Isabel Avelar; and his siblings Paul Garcia, Carlos Avelar, Refugio Garcia, Carmen Puga, Freddie Garcia, Lupe Garcia and Terry Garcia. He also leaves behind his grandson, and many nieces and nephews whom he adored tremendously. He will be dearly missed.

Mehl's Colonial Chapel has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Published in The Pajaronian · July 9, 2021