Juan Humberto

Solano

Juan Humberto Solano passed away surrounded by loved ones on the early morning of May 22, 2023 at age 77. He was born on April 16, 1946 in Montebello, California where he grew up and eventually moved to Gilroy, California. He was stationed in Korea during the Vietnam War working in logistics and in the Army National Guard from 1970s to mid 1980s. After serving, he worked as a Correctional Officer and later ended his working career at Lowe's where he was loved by many of his coworkers. He enjoyed spending time with his family, watching TV, joking around, and drinking Bud Light when he was still able to. He was also a Warriors fan and even attended the Warriors parade in 2017.

He is survived by his daughter, Brandy Solano of Hollister; his grandchildren, David Juarez of Hollister, Selena Juarez of Hollister, Juan Pablo Juarez Jr. of Hollister, Jacquelynn Juarez of Hollister; his great-granddaughter, Jaelynn Beltran of Hollister; and his siblings, Naomi Diaz of Gilroy, Edgardo Solano of Montebello, Nemorio Solano of Whittier, and Maurilio Solano of West Virginia. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, Julia Solano and John Gonzales Solano; his nephew, David Solano; and his siblings; Gildardo Solano, Dovie Solano, Olga Solano, Grace Luna, Minerva Solano, Ella Telles, Mary Ochoa and Mundo Solano.

Celebration of Life will be held at 58 Monterey St, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045 at the VFW Hall following the services.