Alonzo Carrera

Alonzo Carrera Obituary

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Age - 47

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October 6, 2023

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Watsonville, CA

Alonzo Carrera was born on September 6, 1976, and went to Heaven on September 15, 2023. He was 47. Alonzo was born and raised in Watsonville and attended local schools. He developed a passion for sports at a young age and in 1994, his senior year at Santa Cruz High School, he played football for the Santa Cruz Cardinals. That year, he helped his team achieve an undefeated title. After graduation, he went on to pursue his education and obtained a BA in Arts, Film, and Media Communications from the University of San Francisco. Alonzo is survived by his beloved mother, Martha Alicia Carrera, his daughters, Mia and Nichole Carrera, and his siblings, Cesar and Alicia Carrera. He also leaves behind extended family and many friends. He was predeceased by his father, Jesus Carrera. He was loved dearly by his mother, daughters, siblings, and his many friends. He will be deeply missed. A viewing and rosary will be held at Mehl's Colonial Chapel 222 E. Lake Avenue in Watsonville on Monday, October 9th from 5 pm to 9 pm with the rosary starting at 7 pm.

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