George Setsuo Kubota
April 25, 1937 - April 25, 2016
Resident of Aptos
George Setsuo Kubota, 79, a long-time resident of Aptos, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2016. The son of Richard Yutaka Kubota and Kin Kubota, was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Edward, and sister, Agnes. He is survived by his wife, Joyce, his kids Eric (Karen), Kelley, and Garrett (Lily), his sister Jane, and his four grandchildren (Kylie, Tyler, Danica, Teaghan).
A native of Los Angeles, he attended UCLA and received his Dental degree from UCSF. He started his professional life in Culver City before relocating his practice and family to Aptos in 1966. He practiced Dentistry for over 40 years.
He had many interests, not the least of which were his grandkids. He enjoyed skiing, playing tennis and golf, and in his later years took lessons in ukulele and dance. He loved listening to jazz at local Santa Cruz venues. George was well known in the Aptos community for his big personality and big mustache and for his many years as a Little League coach. He was also very involved in local youth sports.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in George's memory to the Watsonville - Santa Cruz Chapter of the Japanese American Citizens League (JACL), P.O. Box 163, Watsonville, CA 95077-0163, or to a charity of your choosing.
A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, June 19th, 1:00 p.m., at Seascape Golf Club, 610 Clubhouse Drive, Aptos, CA 95003.

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Published by Santa Cruz Sentinel on May 8, 2016.

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George Kubota, 1966

Mark N A

April 7, 2021

Four or five years I just saw you on Password with Carol Burnett and Ross Martin. From what I saw, you must've been a great guy.

Debbie Lewis

December 3, 2016

Dear Joyce and family, It was great to see you at Seacliff as the sun was setting, and unfortunately I did not know of George's passing..I have known you and George since I was 11 years old and that was 40 years ago! He was always gentle and kind, and quick to laugh...He asked me about my family every time I would go which was not as often as I should! I would have loved to pay my respects and certainly would of been there...much love to all..Debbie Lewis

Carol Ann Sales

July 17, 2016

Dear Joyce, Garrett and family,
I just learned of George's passing today, July 17th. I am so very sorry.
He will be greatly missed. I'm sure he is resting in peace listening to Miles
Davis or one of the other greats he enjoyed so. Love and strength to
You all. Carol Ann and Adrian Sales

Laura Powers

June 18, 2016

Before moving back to California some 20 years ago I remember George making a house call (in Soquel) to help my 86 year old mother with a bothersome tooth. Imagine. A house call. What a guy! The Kubota family and the Daniel family shared a longtime friendship and I was privileged to benefit from this by having George as my dentist. Not that I particularly look forward to dental visits but George made it almost pleasant as we talked about our families. I will remember, fondly, his generous spirit, his affability, his kindnesses and humor. My sympathy to Joyce and Garrett and all the Kubota famly.

Michael Brunetti

May 12, 2016

I called the Kubota home in the mid 90's to see if Eric was coming to Vegas with the A's. Dr. K answered. We talked for 30 minutes. He asked about me, my brothers and my parents. That is how I will always remember him. Genuine, friendly, funny and truly interested in you and what you are doing. He not only asked about you, but he more importantly listened to your answer. Sad he is gone, sad for his family, and at the same time grateful that I was lucky enough to know him. RIP George.

May 8, 2016

While I was deputy sheriff patrolling Vienna Woods I always stopped by and had a joke or laugh with Mr. Kubota. Both being old car buffs we'd kick the tires of his old 1960's Pontiac he like so much.

I send my thoughts from our family to his family. I grew up near the Kubota's just down Jennifer drive a bit. Sad to see the original's slipping away.

John Scanlon and family.

Nicole Rea (Roberts)

May 8, 2016

He was a wonderful dentist to our family, he will be greatly missed.

Jim Bunner

May 8, 2016

Doc was always helping kids. Will always remember him at the baseball diamond. Great guy, great family!

Kristin Beccaria

May 8, 2016

Dear Joyce & Family,
George's passing is a great loss. He was such a good man, great dentist & kind friend to many. We are thinking of you all and will be there to support you in celebrating his life on June 19th. In Sympathy-The Beccaria Family

Scott Hewett

May 8, 2016

Joyce, Garrett, and family-
It saddened me greatly to read of George's passing. What a wonderful guy, and i will always remember his wit and humor. Your family is a 'class act', and your friendship cherished.

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