In loving memory of Kaden Quinn Marinez, known by his loved ones as Peanut. Kaden set sail on his final journey on September 21, 2025. With Kaden’s departure we remember life lived with a tender heart and sense of adventure.

Kaden was born on June 22, 2004, in Fortuna. From the tiniest of kittens to the most loyal dog, Kaden had a special way with animals; they sensed his compassion, and they loved him in return. Kaden found his passion early in life and that passion was recently reignited. Kaden’s passion was fishing and being on the water. He spent countless days guided by the tides. For Kaden, fishing wasn’t just a passion but a way of life, a tradition and a deep connection to nature. Whether on a rushing river, the calm bay or his favorite fishing spot, he felt most at home with a line in the water and hope on the hook.

Known for his quiet strength, gentle smile and enduring patience, you would often hear Kaden ask, “do you need anything?” He was always willing to lend a hand. When presented with a difficult task he would say, “I’ll figure it out” and with determination, that is exactly what he did. Kaden was a storyteller, a teacher, and a man who understood that some of the best conversations happen without words with only the sound of waves to fill the compassionate silence.

Kaden returned home on September 21, 2025, while doing what gave him life — fishing. We are saddened by his passing but are brought peace in knowing he passed doing the one thing that fed his soul and filled his heart.

Kaden is survived by his parents, Monica and Robert Marinez, his sisters, Melissa Marinez and Vanessa James, his brother, Michael Mendiburu, his sister-in-law, Jenna Mendiburu, his brother-in-law, Jonathan James, his nieces and nephews, Henry, Emmett, Alliyah, Malachi and Jalyssa , his grandma, Dolores Aranda, his uncle, Thomas Aranda, his uncle, Ignacio Parra, aunt, Norma Parra along with Zack Kumrud and Jacob Adkins who were more like brothers than friends, with many more family and friends who Kaden made a lasting impression on.

Kaden was preceded in death by his brother Anthony Marinez, His grandfather, Faustino Aranda, and his Tata, Edward Lawrence.

As Kaden would have wanted, may we all find time to slow down, cast a line and appreciate the beauty in the quiet moments.

Kaden’s Celebration of life will be held at Old Growth Cellars on November 16, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. For further details regarding the celebration of life, please visit Kaden Marinez’ Celebration of Life Facebook page.

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