obituaries

Oct 1, 2023

Maria Garza Gonzalez, affectionately known as "Mama Maria" and "Tita Maria," passed away on October 1, 2023, at the age of 81, surrounded by close family and friends. Born on November 17, 1941, in Yahualica, Jalisco - Mexico, she embarked on a life filled with love, compassion, and a profound impact on those fortunate enough to be part of...

Oct 1, 2023

Leon Neilson, 89, peacefully passed away after a long illness at home with his family by his side. He loved his family dearly and will be sorely missed by them, as well as friends. Leon was born in Los Angeles, to David and Lorena Neilson. He attended school in Los Angeles. After high school he joined the U.S. Navy...

Oct 1, 2023

With great sadness, Jocelyn S. Crisostomo passed away unexpectedly on October 1, 2023. She was 61 years old.

Jo, as she is known to family and friends, was born in the Philippines to Liberty Banola and Candido Sison (deceased) on November 3, 1961. She graduated from Far Eastern University in Manila with a degree in accounting. Jo...

Sep 30, 2023

Billie passed away peacefully with loved ones at her bedside after a courageous battle with COPD. She is survived by her sister Virginia Gilmore, sons, Michael Gaunt (Kathy), Thomas and Daniel Miles (Martha). 7 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Services will be private.

Sep 29, 2023

Gregory "Scott" Kehler of Pittsburg, CA passed away on September 29th, 2023. Scott was born on September 8th, 1951, to John & Elizabeth Kehler in Phillipsburg, PA.  They moved to Pittsburg, CA along with his two older brothers in 1953 where they initially resided on Army St. Scott graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1969 and went on to...

Sep 28, 2023

Betty Joyce Mullins entered eternal rest on September 28, 2023. She was born on March 29, 1936, in Houston, Texas, the first of 5 children, to the late Herbert and Savannah Jones.

Betty whom most would call Mommy, BJ, or Momma Mullins, was also affectionately known as GaGa. She had a loving spirit, a warm smile and...

Sep 27, 2023

Gail A. Ballard passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 27th, surrounded by her husband, children, and sisters after a valiant battle against illness for many years. She touched so many lives with her gentle spirit and positive outlook on life. She was a thoughtful, loving, and compassionate wife, mother, Gigi, sister, and friend.

Gail was born in...

Sep 26, 2023

Janet Ann Amerson was born on August 26,1949, the second oldest of seven children, to Fred Thames, Sr., (U.S. Steel Worker and Army Veteran) and Kittie Belle Slaughter (Homemaker & Pittsburg Unified School District Worker).

From the moment she arrived on the scene, Janet stole the show, commanding the attention of siblings and classmates alike with her...

Sep 23, 2023

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at 10:00am with a funeral service at 11:00am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

Sep 18, 2023

Dave passed away on September 18, 2023, at La Casa Via Transitional Care Center which was his home away from home for two months. He dealt courageously with his diagnosis of glioblastoma after surgery 8/20/2022. His cancer recurred in July 2023. The family is grateful for the excellent care he received at UCSF Neuro-Oncology, John Muir Health Cancer Group,...

Sep 15, 2023

At the age of 91, surrounded by loved ones, Thelma Jean Hefner was called home to be with her Lord and Savior. She was a devout Christian and a member of First Missionary Baptist Church for over 70 years.

Thelma is survived by her children: Deanna Moore, Sharon Hefner Gonzales (Henry Gonzales Jr.) and James Hefner. Nine...

Sep 13, 2023

Kevin Lee Beard passed away on September 13, 2023. Son of Melvin and Rose Mary. He is big brother to Brian, his wife Lisa, Niki and boyfriend Emerson, Bret and his wife Carrie. He is Uncle to Brian II, his wife Sarah, Amber and her fiance' Matt, Kristen and her husband Miguel and Josie. He is Gruncle to Amber's...

Sep 10, 2023

Marcelino Rosado Sr., was born on August 9th,1944, in Rio Piedras Puerto Rico to Esther Fernandez and Roman Rosado.

Marcelino was soon baptized and was blessed to grow up in a religious home. He attended primary schools in his hometown and at the age of 17 along with his mom, decided to move to Connecticut for opportunities...

Sep 7, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.  He passed away peacefully on Sept 7, 2023 at his home surrounded by loved ones.

Born 1938 in San Diego, California, the oldest of five siblings, to a US-born father and Yucatecan mother. Due to the war and...

Sep 3, 2023

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at 11:00am with a funeral service at 12:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Burial following at Oak View Memorial Park 2500 E. 18th Street, Antioch, Ca, 94509.

Sep 2, 2023

Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at 11:00am with a funeral service at 12:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Burial following at Oak View Memorial Park 2500 E. 18th Street, Antioch, Ca 94509.

Aug 28, 2023

Sarah Jean Cardinale passed away on Monday at the age of 97.  She touched many lives with her resilient spirit, beautiful smile, sharp wit and loving heart. Sarah was the daughter of Joseph and Sarah Sanfilippo, who were Sicilian immigrants.  Her father made his living as a fisherman, and Sarah and her siblings would go door to door selling...

Aug 28, 2023

Graveside service will be held on Friday, September 15, 2023, at 11:30am at Holy Cross Cemetery 2200 E. 18th Street, Antioch, Ca 94509.

Aug 24, 2023

Born in New York the daughter of Italian immigrants and raised on Staten Island has passed away peacefully at her home. During WWII she met Harry Castiglioni while walking home from work. They married July 19, 1945, then moved to California. They opened a bakery in Colma, California later moving to Pittsburg where they opened the Prima Donna Cake...

Aug 21, 2023

Visitation will be held on Monday, September 11, 2023, from 3:00pm to 5:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral liturgy Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at 10:00am at Our Lady Queen of the World Church 3155 Winterbrook Dr., Bay Point, Ca 94565. Military burial on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at 11:00am at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery 5810 Midway Road,...