obituaries

Jul 9, 2021

With heavy hearts, the Ostertag family regrets to announce the passing of our beloved Carol Ostertag. She passed away Friday the 9 th after a short battle with cancer. Carol was known for her great smile, and devotion to all her family and friends. She touched so many people with her kindness and loving spirit.

Carol was...

Jul 8, 2021

Priscila Arellano passed away in her home the evening of July 8, 2021, having lived in Pittsburg for over 60 years. She was married to Vicente Arellano who preceded her in death on 12/29/2008. She is survived by her three children: Helen, Vince (aka Boy), and Joseph; 7 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. Priscila was a hard working woman....

Jul 7, 2021

Born in Suva, Fiji in 1943, Deo Raj Singh made his peaceful transition and passed away on July 7, 2021, surrounded by his close family. Deo Raj, also known as Dev Raj and Dave, came to California from Fiji and eventually made his home in Concord, California. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sawarni, his two...

Jul 7, 2021

Allan McLaughlin was a long-time resident of Bay Point, CA. He was a very loving and caring person. He had a very long career with PG&E and his personal businesses. He enjoyed spending time talking with family and friends. He enjoyed keeping himself busy and always made sure he had project or two going at all times. He also...

Jul 6, 2021

Noverto was born in Mesilla, New Mexico.  At the age of 10 he lost his father and had to quit school to help support the family. Later getting his G.E.D. high school diploma. After serving his country in the U.S. Army Noverto continued his military service in the California Army National Guard where he served 35 years achieving the...

Jun 26, 2021

Mary "Nana Mary" Sanchez went home to be with the Lord on June 26, 2021, at the age of 93. Mary was born in Bryan, Texas to Leonarda (Prado) and Doratao (Mireles) on July 22, 1927. As a child she enjoyed spending time with her siblings, and she loved to dance!

Mary met the love of her...

Jun 22, 2021

Kathy passed away June 22 , at the age of 56. She has been sick for quite a while. She was raised and went to school in Pittsburg. She was the youngest of seven. She will be dearly missed.

She leaves behind her husband Gary Murphy, stepdaughter Tiffany Murphy, daughter's Jessica Murphy and Stacy Murphy. Sons Kyle...

Jun 19, 2021

Joseph G. Silva, born on April 8, 1934 in Hanford, Ca to Polly and Francis Silva. Joe worked at Western Gear, Continental Can and retired from the Pittsburg school district. He was a past Exalted Ruler of  the Pittsburg Elks Lodge. Joe was an outgoing person.

Joe is survived by his wife Emily, son Joseph and daughter...

Jun 19, 2021

He touched many lives.  He was known as:  Lolo James, Ninong, Uncle, Kuya, Tito and Pare. Primo valued honor and respect.  A value that he and his wife Amy had for each other.  He encouraged others to chase their dreams, to make a better life for yourself and family.  To work in what you believe in, even when people...

Jun 16, 2021

Librada aged 79 passed away with her children and grandchildren by her side on June 16. 2021 courageously battling dementia illness. Librada is preceded in death by her husband Johnnie Aquino Maxion, her parents Jose Berania and Irene Berania, her son Eduardo "Doe" Maxion and stepson Harry Maxion and her brother Teofilo Berania. Survived by her children Samuel Maxion and...

Jun 8, 2021

The world became a bit brighter when Maria Asunción Bustillos was born to parents Reyes and Lupe Bustillos in El Paso, Texas. Maria spent her early years in Texas before laying down roots in California. Her family spent some years in Los Angeles before moving to Pittsburg, and then Maria spent the majority of her adult life living, working,...

Jun 2, 2021

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Carlos, our caring father and loyal friend to all whose lives he touched on Wednesday, June 2, 2021.

Carlos Salazar Ricafrente was on born February 10, 1938 in Cavite, Philippines and preceded in death by his wife of 41 years, Fe Basilio Dizon.  He attended Mapua Institute of Technology...

May 31, 2021

David Becerra, age 53, passed away on august 14, 2021 after battling cancer for 3 years. David was born in Yahualica Jalisco. He came from a family of 10 siblings and he was the third child to be born. He was about 11 years old when his father passed away. He had to provide for his family at...

May 27, 2021

Emily Duarte passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family and close friends on May 27th 2021. She was raised in Pittsburg, California where she graduated from Pacifica High School in 1961. She married Gary Duarte, Sr. in 1964. Emily raised her family in Antioch, California. Emily and Gary were married for 56 years.

Emily is...

May 26, 2021

Isabel Aguilar passed away after a long battle of illnesses on May 26th, 2021. In her final moments, she was peaceful and surrounded by family. Isabel migrated to the US from Mexico 46 years ago and has been a Pittsburg resident for the majority of that time. She raised her 5 children out of her home in Parkside as...

May 24, 2021

Virginia Devens passed away on Monday following the long term complications of a stroke in 2009, from which she never completely recovered. She was known for her sincere kindness and her loving spirit which she shared with everyone she met. Virginia was born in Los Angeles, CA. She graduated from Berkeley High School and earned a degree in Zoology...

May 24, 2021

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 28, 2021 from 9:30 to 11:30am. Funeral services will being at 11:30am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

May 24, 2021

Donald John Burian was born at Ellsworth AFB, S.D. to Richard and Dorothy Burian.  He spent his early childhood in Wagner, S.D. having the run of the small town with his sister, Denise and Brother, Doug.  He moved with his family to Pittsburg, CA in 1967, graduating from Pittsburg High  in 1972.  He went to Diablo Valley College...

May 17, 2021

Robert Glenn Van Horn passed away after a long illness on May 17. He was a gifted musician – an extraordinary guitarist, vocalist and songwriter.

Robert was born in Richmond, California to Warren G. Van Horn and Imogene I. Van Horn, and graduated from Concord High School. He married his high school sweetheart, Patricia (Patti) Van Horn,...

May 16, 2021

Salvatore (Sam) Joseph Papetti, Jr. passed away on Sunday May 16th from natural causes at the age of 99 (his 100th year of life!), surrounded by his family. Sam, Sammy, Uncle Sam and Sugar Bear, just to name a few of his nicknames, was a larger than life human. He regaled his family and friends with his wit and...