obituaries

Sep 7, 2024

With heavy hearts, we say goodbye to Patricia Ann Fonzi, who passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Patty was born in Youngstown, Ohio, to Dominic and Laura Perry. Her family's Italian heritage and their deep roots in Youngstown were a source of pride for her throughout her life. She often spoke fondly of her hometown, carrying the...

Sep 7, 2024

Debra Margret Gutierrez, 66 of Pittsburg, CA was called by her Heavenly Father into eternal life peacefully on September 7, 2024,  due to complications with breast cancer.  Debbie was born on June 4, 1958 in Contra Costa County, to the parents of Dorothy and Ruben Gutierrez.  She was a miracle baby from the very beginning.  Born 1 lb. 10oz....

Sep 1, 2024

In the early morning of September 1st 2024, Helen Atkinson had passed away in her home while on hospice surrounded by loved ones. Helen Atkinson lived until the age of 74 years old and is survived by 2 children, 3 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Helen Atkinson along with her husband had been residents of West Pittsburg/Bay Point for...

Aug 29, 2024

OUR DEAR SUNSHINE, MICHAEL VINCENT ANTHONY FISCHER, PEACEFULLY PASSED AWAY AT THE AGE OF 42 IN HIS HOME ON AUGUST 29, 2024, FOLLOWING A SHORT ILLNESS. BORN IN STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA, ON SEPTEMBER 23, 1981, MICHAEL WAS THE BELOVED CHILD OF LEONA AND VINCENT FISCHER. RAISED WITH LOVE BY HIS PATERNAL GRANDPARENTS, MATTHEW AND PHYLLIS FISCHER OF EL SOBRANTE, CALIFORNIA,...

Aug 29, 2024

Poliana Telesia Kaitapu Lui moved on from this life on the morning of August 29, 2024, after a 4 year long battle with cancer. Poliana, or Poli to her friends, was born in Lapaha, Tongatapu on July 22, 1970, to Penisimani Kaitapu of Ha'ato'u, Ha'apai and Kameli, Vava'u and Siliva Na'a of Falaleu, Vava'u and Lapaha, Tongatapu. After moving...

Aug 27, 2024

Rina Anthony, 79, of Ba Fiji Islands, died August 27th, 2024. Rina, daughter of Anthony (Harak Sami) and Catherine Francis. Loving wife of Francis Anthony passed away on August 27th, 2024, at her home in Antioch, CA after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband Francis, daughter Cecilia, son-in-law Asish, three grandchildren Karina, Anthony, and...

Aug 25, 2024

Ronald Raymond Lopez, affectionately known as "Ron," was born on October 3, 1970, in Los Angeles, California, to his loving mother, Jennie Lopez and father Al.  Ron was one of three children, alongside his brother Marc Lopez and sister, Bianca Fausto.

Ron grew up in Alhambra, Ca, and attended Alhambra High School. Following high school, he further...

Aug 24, 2024

Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2024, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm with a rosary and blessing at 4:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Final burial will be held in Mexico.

Aug 21, 2024

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm with a rosary at 4:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral mass Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 11:00am at Church of the Good Shepherd. Burial following at Oak View Memorial Park in Antioch.

Aug 20, 2024

Benedetto Cataldo, long-time Pittsburg resident who was affectionately known as Benny, passed away on August 20, 2024 at the age of 81. Born in Isola delle Femmine, Sicily, on April 15, 1943, Benny was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to all who knew him. Benny was the third of four children born to Maria "Grace" and Antonio...

Aug 17, 2024

Gilbert Ray Conklin III, 47, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home. A third-generation Pittsburg native, he graduated from Pittsburg High School and lived in Pittsburg most of his life. His mom's Pittsburgers were always one of his favorite meals.

He had a successful career in the automotive industry, working at various dealerships, as a district...

Aug 8, 2024

Carolyn Ann (Krautheim) Mijares passed away August 8, 2024, comfortably & peacefully while surrounded by her family. She fought that fight of breast cancer, and her cancer returned after 8 years, and boy it took a toll on her, she gave it her all. She is now free, at peace with no more pain, or suffering. She was born...

Aug 6, 2024

We are saddened to announce the passing of Gilbert Luis Wagner, 40 years old surrounded by his family. He was a son, brother, nephew and uncle to a family who loved him deeply. A Pittsburg native, he born at Los Medanos Hospital April 10th, 1984. He attended and graduated from Pittsburg High School.

Gilbert is preceded in...

Aug 3, 2024

Salvatore Samuel Cardinale, age 76 of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away due to complications from lung cancer in his home on Saturday, August 3, 2024, to be reunited with his beloved wife of 41-years Laura Katherine Brophy Cardinale.

He was born November 22, 1947, in Pittsburg, California. During his youth, he played for the Mallard's first year...

Aug 1, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Saniya Kashish Banga, a beloved daughter and sister, on August 1st, 2024. At just 18 years old, Saniya's vibrant spirit and boundless energy touched everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Saniya was a 2024 high school graduate, achieving straight A's throughout her academic journey. Her brilliance and...

Aug 1, 2024

You were born in Shawnee, OK on March 6, 1940 to Martha Lanier-Graham and Floyd Graham. She had a privileged background and your father came from solid grass-roots earth people. You had one sibling, an older sister, Kit.

Many of your developing years were spent in your beloved Hawaii where your military father was stationed (early 1950s)....

Jul 28, 2024

Faustino Cruz was born on September 14, 1961, in Laredo, Texas . After moving to Pittsburg, Ca as kid, he graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1979. He later became a master mechanic and his passion for cars was so great, that he later joined a low rider club called "Brown Satisfaction". Some of his favorite cars he had...

Jul 27, 2024

Joseph S. Lucido passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 27, 2024. He was born to Salvatore and Rose (Blondie) Lucido on April 18, 1937.  Joe married Rosetta S. Enea on October 24, 1965 and they had three daughters together. Joe retired after a long career at Tesoro (Tosco) Refinery in Martinez.  During that time, he was...

Jul 23, 2024

Andrew Philip DiMaggio of Walnut Creek passed peacefully on July 23, 2024. Andrew is survived by his mother Carol Papetti DiMaggio, father Dr. Vincent Patrick DiMaggio, and sister Sarah DiMaggio, as well as many relatives and friends who greatly loved him.

Andrew was a graduate of De la Salle High School, Concord. He attended Berklee College of...

Jul 20, 2024

John DeStefano passed away unexpectedly on July 20, 2024. He was born November 17,1955, to Chaz DeStefano and Annette DiMercurio, in Pittsburg, CA where he attended elementary, middle school and then graduated with the class of 1973 from Pittsburg High School.

Johnny was an intelligent rambunctious child who enjoyed outside activities, especially playing baseball and basketball. In...