obituaries
Obituaries
Marie Rose Catania
Jan 26, 2019
Marie Rose Catania peacefully passed away January 26, 2019 at the age of 96. For many years, Marie worked in the food service industry for Frank's Sandwich Shop and the Primadonna Cake Box. She was well known by her family as the family historian and story teller. She loved her A's and 49ers.
Marie is survived by...
Jesus Ricardo Rosalez
Jan 23, 2019
Jesus (Jess) Ricardo Rosalez passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at his home in Hercules surrounded by his family. Jess was born and raised in Pittsburg on July 6, 1964 and then graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1982. Jess not only wrestled for Pittsburg High and Diablo Valley College but was also BVAL champion two years in...
Newton Andrew King Sr.
Jan 21, 2019
Newton A. King Sr. passed away peacefully with his youngest daughter by his side at her home in Benicia, CA, on January 21, 2019, from a long term illness.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years Aurelia King, daughters Sharon King, and Carol Dunaway (Curt), sons Newton King Jr. (Lynette), and William King, five grandchildren...
Ruben A. Chavez
Jan 20, 2019
Ruben Adalberto Chavez Carcamo, was born in Tepetitan Department of San Vicente, El Salvador On February 21, 1943. His first studies were in Santa Ana, El Salvador, he graduated in 1964 as a teacher in Escuela General Gerardo Barrios. He worked in different elementary and High Schools as a teacher and also as a Principal. He came to United States...
Aden G. Allen
Jan 20, 2019
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 10:00am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Military burial will be held on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 1:30pm at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery 5810 Midway Road, Dixon, Ca 95620.
May Huarte
Jan 19, 2019
May Huarte passed in the early morning hours on Saturday, January 19, 2019 after 92 years of a wonderful life. She touched many lives with her kindness and open home to anyone needing a place to stay especially Military serving our country. Born in Louisiana, raised in Texas and was a Rosie Riveter during World War II. Lived in...
Pompeii Molina Ramiro
Jan 17, 2019
Pompeii Ramiro took his last breath on January 17, 2019 at the age of 63 in Antioch, CA. Born on February 8, 1955 in the Philippines, second eldest of six children of Justo and Elvira Ramiro.
Pompeii can be described as a simple man who would do anything for his family and friends. Pompeii was a hardworking...
Michael Henry Gonzales
Jan 15, 2019
Michael Henry Gonzales passed away unexpectedly at his home. Born in Antioch and a lifelong resident of Pittsburg. Mike graduated from Pittsburg High School "Class of 73". He worked for the Pittsburg Unified School District for 40 years in the maintenance department. A member of the Concord Moose Lodge; he enjoyed playing baseball, softball, golf and playing cards...
Grace Lopez
Jan 15, 2019
Grace died January 15, 2019 only 6 weeks short of her 90th birthday. It was an early gift to be reunited with her husband Tony. He died in 2012 right before their 64th anniversary.
Grace was the 3rd daughter born to Gennaro & Josephine Nuzzo, Italian immigrants who owned a store and apartments on 7th and 10th...
Edward Zamora
Jan 9, 2019
Our beloved Edward passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Born in Winslow, AZ, he was a 64 year resident of Pittsburg and a 1950 graduate of Liberty High, where he was a standout in basketball. Ed was a Navy veteran of the Korean War and a carpenter of 34 years. He was a lifetime member of the...
Frances Ann Favaloro
Jan 6, 2019
Frances Ann Favaloro peacefully passed away on January 6, 2019. She was born on May 16, 1943 as the only child of John and Jennie Favaloro and step daughter to Connie Davi Favaloro, who she loved. Frances Ann enjoyed going to the movies, bus trips to casinos, playing bingo, working at the Target cafe and spending time with friends...
Flaviano Mallari Diala
Jan 6, 2019
Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 17, 2019 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Military burial Friday, January 18, 2019 at 10:30am at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery 5810 Midway Road, Dixon, Ca 95620.
Shiv Lingam
Jan 5, 2019
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Funeral services Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 10:00am both days at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Cremation services following at Oak View Memorial Park 2500 E. 18th Strret, Antioch, Ca 94509.
Patrick John Diego
Dec 24, 2018
Patrick John Diego passed away peacefully on December 24, 2018 at the age of 48. He was a loving father, son, uncle, sibling, and friend. Patrick was born in Guam. He graduated from Encinal High School, and Diablo Valley College. He was a longtime employee (26 years) of Costco Wholesale, where he was an Assistant General Manager. He loved...
Eddie Rosal Salvacion
Dec 21, 2018
Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 3, 2019 at 9:30am with vigil and funeral liturgy beginning at 10:00am at Blessed Sacrament 1150 Mellus St., Martinez, Ca 94553. Committal services following at All Souls Cemetery 550 Glen Cove Road, Vallejo, Ca 94591.
Emilia Mary Westbrook
Dec 18, 2018
Emilia Mary Scotto Westbrook passed away on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 after a valiant battle with cancer. She touched many lives and had a positive outlook on life. Emilia was born in Pittsburg, California and graduated from Pittsburg High School. She enjoyed watching her Golden State Warriors, going to the casino's, gardening, music and spending time with her grandchildren....
Louis Salvatore Verduzco
Dec 4, 2018
Louis Salvatore Verduzco, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his wife & children, at the age of 87 on December 4, 2018. He was born on January 11, 1931 in Madera California to the late Godfredo and Agapita Verduzco. He proudly served in the US Air Force from 1950-1954 as an Airplane Mechanic. He graduated from Pittsburg High School in...
Marie Rice
Dec 2, 2018
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 14, 2018 at 11:00am both days at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Burial following at Oak View Memorial Park 2500 E. 18th Street, Antioch.
Joanne Elizabeth Gray
Nov 28, 2018
Our beloved Joanne passed away with a very brief struggle with pancreatic cancer, surrounded by her family and close friends. She was born in Pittsburg, California on June 8, 1939 to Anthony "Neno" and Jennie (Gambalie) DiMaggio and had two (2) brothers Tom DiMaggio (Gayla) and Joe DiMaggio.
Joanne graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1957, where...
Jessie Rodriguez
Nov 27, 2018
Jessie Rodriguez, passed away peacefully at her home on November 27, 2018, surrounded by family & loved ones. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December11, 2018 at 4:00pm with a vigil service at 6:30pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral liturgy Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at 10:00am at Church of the Good Shepherd. Burial following at 1:30pm at the...
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