Sue Scurich
Obituary
Sue (Barsi) Scurich, lovingly known as "Baba" and "Noni," passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, at 88 years old. She was surrounded by her family at the Ranch, the people and place she loved so deeply.
Sue lived a life rooted in faith, family, and love. Born October 12, 1937 in San Jose and a graduate of Santa Catalina High School and Moreland Notre Dame she married her beloved husband, Luke "Bud" Scurich, at 21. Together, they built a beautiful life in Watsonville, raising four children and creating a home that became the center of countless gatherings, celebrations, and memories.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Luke "Bud" Scurich; her daughter, Elizabeth "Missy" Powers; and her parents, George and Pauline Barsi. She is survived by her sons, Tony (Julie) and Mike (Jennifer) Scurich; and her daughter, Ramona "Mimi" Scurich; son-in-law, John Powers; and her grandchildren, Jeff, Casey, Megan, Luke, Scott (Rachael, Michael and Gracie), Zach (Jenny and daughter, Sloane), Joey, and Matthew.
As beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside, Sue was the embodiment of grace, elegance, and quiet strength. With her green thumb, her cooking, her faith, and her care, she had a gift for making everything and everyone around her grow. Her home was always open, her table always full, and everyone who walked through her door felt welcomed and like family. In her final days, we were able to care for her as she had cared for us, a full circle of love and blessing. While the Ranch feels quieter now, it carries her spirit in every corner, every memory, and in all of us who were lucky enough to know her.
A Memorial Mass celebrating her life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Our Lady Help of Christians (Valley) Catholic Church in Watsonville. A reception will be hosted immediately after at The Scurich Ranch, 157 Scurich Road, Watsonville. Donations in Sue's honor may be made to:
Camp St. Francis
2320 Sumner Ave.?Aptos, CA 95003
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mehl's Colonial Chapel.
Published in The Pajaronian · April 6, 2026