Susan C. Tibbitts
Obituary
The family of Susan Cruz Tibbitts is saddened to announce that she passed peacefully on December 4, 2025, at the age of 90.
Susan was born on April 23, 1935, in Phoenix, Arizona, and later moved to California, where she met and married Vernon, her beloved husband of 47 years. Susan was a recognized Salesian Sister and a devoted member of the Catholic Church. She was a loving mother and grandmother who deeply cherished time spent with her family.
Susan was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Tibbitts; her daughter, Stella Ruiz; her sons, Richard Soto and Vernon Tibbitts Jr.; and her grandson, Andrew Tibbitts. She is survived by her children: Dorothy Neckels, Edward Soto, Ernie Soto, Dahlia Giron, June Tibbitts, and Mark Tibbitts. Susan leaves behind a lasting legacy of 23 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren.
A viewing will be held on January 9, 2026, from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at Mehl's Colonial Chapel, 222 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville. At 10:00 a.m., a mass and funeral service celebrating Susan's spiritual devotion will be held at Our Lady Help of Christians Church, 2401 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville. Following the services, family and friends are invited to gather at the VFW Hall, 1960 Freedom Boulevard, Watsonville, to share memories and stories of Susan's life.
Susan touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed by all.
Published in The Pajaronian · December 18, 2025