Obituary of David Valadez

David John Valadez passed away at a Bay Area hospital on 4/11/16 after a brief illness. He was 27 years old. David was a lifelong resident of Santa Cruz. He is survived by his brother Andrew Valadez and sister-in-law, Jacque Valadez, niece, Jocelyn and nephew, Hunter, his mother, Julie Amaya and stepfather, James Bates of Santa Cruz, his father, Jose Valadez and stepmother Veronica Valadez of Santa Cruz, and numerous aunts and uncles with whom he was very close. Funeral services will be held on 4/15/16 at Santa Cruz Memorial located at 1927 Ocean St. extension at 11:00 A.M. David left a beautiful impression on many of our hearts. His smile, his loving heart and his joyful soul filled many lives with happiness. He could make anyone smile, he loved and adored all of his friends and family. He was a best friend to many and another brother to others. He left our lives far too soon but will always be remembered and loved.