obituaries

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...

Jul 16, 2024

Nancy Rudkin, passed away peacefully at her home on July 16, 2024. She was born on August 9, 1936, was a beloved resident of Antioch, CA. She was a life-master bridge player who travelled across the United States to participate in tournaments, showcasing her passion for the game. Nancy's love for her family knew no bounds, and spending time...

Jul 16, 2024

Rose J. Carpenello, 93 of PIttsburg, CA, passed away on July 16, 2024. Rose was born on October 24, 1930, in Rio Vista California. Rose married Gerald P. Carpenello Sr. in 1948. Rose and Gerald Sr. had two children together, Gerald Carpenello Jr. and Susan Campbell (Carpenello). Rose was a very loving mother to her children and maintained a...

Jul 13, 2024

Karla was born in November 25 of 1983 in Managua, Nicaragua, daughter of Blanca and Carlos Marenco, at early age she came to America with her family and was raised in San Francisco California. She went to James Denman Elementary School and at her teenager age graduated from Balboa High School in San Francisco and later on went to...

Jul 11, 2024

Today we honor the passing of a community legend. David Littleton, also known to his students and co-workers as Balu, quietly passed away on the morning of July 11th due to complications from Lung Cancer. Born and raised in Houston Texas, he would eventually go on to graduate from E.A. Kemp High School in the nearby city of Bryan....

Jul 10, 2024

The Pittsburg native was born to John and Kay Jogopulos and recently passed due to complications of a long battle with breast cancer. Growing up in Pittsburg, she was part of Rainbow Girls. She graduated Pittsburg High in 1970 and Holy Names College in Oakland in 1974 with a Bachelors in Philosophy, then achieved a multi-subject teaching credential. She...

Jul 8, 2024

Senaido Thomas Lopez Jr., 71, of Pittsburg, California, passed away on July 8th, 2024.

Senaido "Sy" Lopez was born in Martinez on June 4th, 1953 to Senaido Lopez Sr., and Carolina Piña. While Senaido's mother passed away during childbirth, he was blessed with the presence of a woman who stepped into the role of mother with fortitude...

Jul 8, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Andrew Bernard Moss, cherished husband, loving father, and beloved grandfather. Bernard left us peacefully on July 8, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and devotion.

Bernard was a pillar of strength to his family and a source of unwavering support to his friends and community. His warm...

Jul 8, 2024

On December 22, 1937, Josephine Satterfield was the one and only child born in San Diego, Ca to Joseph & Frances Satterfield. Josephine graduated from Kearny High School in San Diego, CA. After graduation she married Lloyd Southern who then Teddy Southern was born.

Josephine then moved to the Bay Area in Northern Ca and went on...

Jul 4, 2024

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at 11:00am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

Jul 1, 2024

Nancy Lee Garcia who passed away peacefully on July 1, 2024, at the age of 83 yrs. Nancy was a graduate of Pittsburg Senior High School in 1958, and Cosmetology College in 1964. Nancy worked for Pittsburg Unified School District for 23 years, and she was a business owner of Charmaine's Salon in Pittsburg. She loved doing crafts at...

Jun 29, 2024

Peter J. Riso, a lifelong resident of Pittsburg, CA, passed away peacefully at the age of 75. Born on April 9, 1949, to the late James and Rose (Rocco) Riso, Peter was the eldest of six children: Marietta, Phyllis, Natalie (Ralph), Gina, and James (Liza). His life was a symphony of love and talent.

Peter's early years...

Jun 15, 2024

Joey Ramirez Acuna passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2024, after a battle with underlying health conditions. He touched many lives with his gentle spirit, positive outlook on life, and his big and giving heart. He loved blessing people!

Joey was born in the Philippines and, as a child, moved to the United States with his...