obituaries

Dec 26, 2019

Ruthie Lee Duncan was born on April 30, 1952 in Oak Ridge, Louisiana to the late James Elijah Bryant and Janie Bryant. Ruthie departed this life on December 26, 2019. Ruthie moved to Pittsburg, California in 1959 with her parents and siblings. She attended local schools and graduated from Pittsburg Senior High School in 1970. She accepted the Lord...

Dec 26, 2019

Carmen Estrada passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 26, 2019. A native of Pittsburg, she had a varied career, including her last and longest position as Court Interpreter. Carmen is survived by her three children: four grandchildren, three great grandchildren and two brothers.. She is preceded in death by her husband Joseph.

Graveside services will be held...

Dec 20, 2019

On Friday, December 20, 2019, Jess Reyes a devoted father and loving abuelo went home to be with the Lord after a continuous battle with dementia.

Jess was born on September 13,1933 in Durango, Mexico. He leaves behind his beloved son, Anthony, his precious granddaughter Brooklyn Zulima, who he called, "suca," and her mother Brielle Aiello. He...

Dec 19, 2019

Patsy (born Patsy Bartee), 84, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2019 with her daughters Sherie Tucker (David) & Susan Cottone (Tony) by her side. A loving Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Sister, and Friend.

Please join us to honor her life on Friday, Jan 3, 2020 at 11:00am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

Dec 13, 2019

Manuel Robert Alan Walker 45, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2019. Manuel is survived by his parents Robert and Lillian, seven siblings, Robert, Lynette, Julie, Audrey, Troy, Mario, and Lily. His many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Manuel will always be remembered for his courage during difficult times and mischievous behavior. We will never forget his passion...

Dec 9, 2019

Patricia Fay Fermin born in Benton County, Arkansas on May 8, 1933 to Thomas and Rosella Hess. She has three chidlren: June Hart, Gerldine Morris, and Wayne Morris. She also has two step children Susie Fermin and Tammie (Fermin) Morris. She had eleven siblings, several grand and  great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Leonard Fermin....

Dec 5, 2019

102 years ago, 1917, Ann (Cardinalli) Russo was born in Pittsburg and was one of seven children belonging to Salvatore & Girolma Cardinalli of Monterey. After living a beautiful active life full of love, the Lord finally called her home on December 5, 2019! Loved by anyone who ever met her, she will always be remembered by that beautiful...

Dec 3, 2019

Memorial services will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at 11:00am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

Nov 29, 2019

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at 11:00am at the Evangelist Church of God in Christ 1100 Harbor St., Pittsburg, Ca 94565.

Nov 29, 2019

Ronald Walter Chambers, 86, passed on November 29, 2019 with his loving wife and family by his side, at his home in Pittsburg, California. Ron was born October 7, 1933 in Newton Kansas to Charles and Mary Chambers.  Ronald was the 12 th of 13 children.

After completing high school in Newton, Kansas, Ron enlisted in the...

Nov 29, 2019

Joan Marie Mayjoffo passed away on Friday November 29th. She was 79 years old. She touched many lives with her gentle loving spirit.

Joan was born in Carmel CA, grew up in Monterey CA and graduated from Junipero Memorial High School. She was dedicated to her faith. She loved and lived to be with her family. Joan...

Nov 28, 2019

Steven Salvo Bonachita was born in San Francisco, he was a 15 year resident of San Mateo and former Pittsburg resident. He graduated from Pittsburg High School class of 1989. Steven was a avid Bay Area sports fan.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 12, 2019 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

Nov 27, 2019

Jodee MacIntosh Short passed away on Wednesday after battling the effects of two strokes. Jodee was born and raised in Pittsburg, Ca. Graduated from Pittsburg High School then from Sacramento State and taught in the Mt. Diablo School District for thirty-two years.

Jodee is survived by her two children, Scott MacIntosh (Shelly) of Gig Harbor Wa. and...

Nov 26, 2019

Hazel was born September 2, 1934 in Oak City, Utah. She was raised there on a farm with 3 brothers and 2 sisters. She was the fifth child out of 6 children. Hazel was raised in the faith of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She served a mission for the church in the Toronto Ontario...

Nov 23, 2019

Richard Thomas Butler passed away at his home in Pittsburg, CA on November 23, 2019 at the age of 83. Richard was a loving father of 5, grandfather of 12 and great grandfather of 14. Richard was a devoted Catholic. He was a 4th Degree Knight and Past Grand Knight with the Knights of Columbus. He served in the...

Nov 18, 2019

"My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever" Psalm 73:26

Francisco Antonio Lopez passed away peacefully in the company of family and loved ones on Monday, Nov 18, 2019. His life has left a cherished impression in the hearts of those he touched.

Nov 17, 2019

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 24, 2019 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm with a vigil at 4:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral liturgy Monday, November 25, 2019 at 12:00pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church 500 Fairview Ave, Brentwood, CA 94513. Committal services following at Holy Cross Cemetery in Antioch.

Nov 16, 2019

Funeral liturgy will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at 10:30am at the St. Bonaventure Catholic Church 5562 Clayton Rd, Concord, CA 94521.

Nov 14, 2019

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 16, 2019 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm with a Chapel Blessing at 2:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

Nov 13, 2019

Ramon "Ray" Rodriguez passed away at home on November 13, 2019, surrounded by his loving family.  Ray was born on September 25, 1932 in Westwood, California.  He served in the Navy from 1951-1955, during the Korean War.  He worked at USS-Pittsburg Works for 34 years, retiring as a pipefitter in 1984.  He was united in marriage to Kathleen Gibaldi...