Juan L. Moncada, 74, longtime resident of Salinas, passed away on January 1, 2015 in Salinas. He was born on March 27, 1940 in Canitas, Zacatecas, Mexico to Francisco Moncada and Juana Lopez. He previously worked in agriculture at Inter Harvest/Sun Harvest for many years. Juan was very dedicated to his family and his greatest enjoyment was his grandchildren. Because of how close he was to his family; he will be greatly missed by all. Juan is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Dora Moncada, sons, Juan and Hector Moncada, his beloved grandchildren, Miguel, Ian, Aaron and Alyssa Moncada, brothers, Tomas, Pedro and Carlos Moncada, several nieces, nephews and other loving relatives and frineds also survive. As per his wishes, he will be cremated with no services.