Javier Lizarde Herrera

Javier Lizarde Herrera obituary, Watsonville, CA

Javier Lizarde Herrera

Javier Lizarde Herrera Obituary

Visit the Ave Maria Memorial Chapel website to view the full obituary.

Javier Lizarde Herrera passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, at the age of 72.

He was born on May 2, 1953, to his parents Eleno Lizardi and Simona Herrera. A native of Huanusco, Zacatecas, Mexico and a resident of Watsonville, California. He married the love of his life, Liduvina Lizarde.

Javier was an amazing father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a jokester with an amazing humor. He was blessed with a green thumb and was a fighter until the end. He was a humble person who loved his family.

He is survived by his loving wife; his children Gabriel, Luis, Sandra, Oscar and Cristina; his 11 brothers/sisters; his 11 grandchildren Anthony, Nathan, Sophie, Xavier, Bailey, Keisha, Valerie, Michael, Isabel, Melissa, Moises and 1 great-grandchild Aeris.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 5 PM to 9 PM at Ave Maria Memorial Chapel. Mass will be held on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 10 AM at Assumption Church with burial to follow at Valley Public Cemetery.

Ave Maria Memorial Chapel

609 Main Street, Watsonville, CA 95076

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