obituaries

May 7, 2018

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 4:00pm with a vigil service at 6:30pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral liturgy Friday, May 18, 2018 at 11:00am at St. Augustine Catholic Church 3700 Callan Blvd, South San Francisco, CA.

May 5, 2018

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 9:30am with a service at 11:00am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Military burial following at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery 5810 Midway Road, Dixon, Ca 95620.

May 5, 2018

Roger S. Tumbaga passed away on Saturday, May 5, 2018 as a result of a stroke. Roger was born in Zamboanga, Philippines. He graduated from Pittsburg High School and earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Golden Gate University and went on to earn a Master's Degree in Public Administration from the University of Northern Colorado. He enjoyed a...

May 3, 2018

Kenneth Ronald Fackrell, passed peacefully on May 3rd 2018. He was born in Raymond, WA on November 4th, 1928, the youngest of 11 children. Ken grew up in American Falls, ID and was a member of the 1946 state championship basketball team. He was also a veteran of the USMC. Ken met the love of his life, Noreen Faust, while...

May 3, 2018

Bonnie Marie Angelica Bergholtz, is survived by her mother Jeanette Bergholtz, daughters, Brandi Willis and Amber Stefani (Allen Ryan), granddaughter Allison Stefani, God father and uncle Larry Lopez (Mary Jane), cousins, Christopher and Kristin (Joan), aunt Joanne Eck, best friends Teresa and Ann and adopted Rodriguez family. Many family and friends. She is preceded in death by her father Peris...

May 3, 2018

Pete is survived by his wife, Thelma Zaragoza, 11 children: Linda, Cheryl, Mercrey, David, Veneus, Peter, Sharleen, Stephanie, Maria, William, and Cynthia; and 28 grandchildren and 55 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents Pedro and Lupe Zaragoza. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 4:00pm with a vigil at 6:30pm at the Pittsburg...

May 1, 2018

Salvador was born March 24, 1924 in Kansas City, Missouri to Jose and Josephine Sanchez. He was the oldest of 12 children.  He attended Tulare Union High School in California until he was drafted into the U.S. Army at age 18.  On May 9, 1947 he married the love of his life, Mary Elena Prado in Reno, Nevada. Salvador's...

May 1, 2018

Roman C. Abenoja, 69, passed away peacefully in his sleep with the love of his life Louise Abenoja at his side. To whom he married twice. He was born in the Philippines on November 8, 1948. At the age of 2, his family moved to America and settled in Pittsburg, Ca. He joined the US Air Force where he served...

Apr 29, 2018

Celebration of life will be held on Saturday, June 9, 2018 at 1:00pm at Buchanan Park in Pittsburg, Ca.

Apr 19, 2018

Adele Miles, 66, peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 19, 2018 after a long illness, She was born and raised in Pittsburg and 25 years ago moved to Manteca. Adele leaves behind her husband Frank Miles, sister Sylvia Rivera, her nieces and nephews, Melanie and Richard Romero and their children, Brittani, Brianna, Brielle, and Brian. She also leaves behind 2...

Apr 19, 2018

Maxine Nell (Finley) Jordan passed away peacefully on April 19, 2018. She will be loved and missed by all. Born on May 10,1932 Trigg County ,Kentucky.

As a service wife she lived in many states, before settling in Oakland, CA. She obtained an Associate of Arts degree in Computer Science.

She married Paul Jordan in...

Apr 17, 2018

Benjamin De Vera Medina Sr., is survived by his wife: Emma E. Medina, children: Fernando III, Mario Reginald, James Roderick, and Eric. His grandchildren: Don Harold, Dean Howard, Dan Henry, Faye Margaux, Faye Marrione, Aaron, Trizza Kay Chinky, Jamielyn, John Carlo, Eric Angelo, Erin Jhune, Arthel John, Kristofer, Katherine , Kai, Kelani, and Karyn. He is preceded in death by...

Apr 7, 2018

Visitation will be held on Friday, April 20, 2018 at 10:00am with a funeral service at 11:00am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Burial following at Oak View Memorial Park, Antioch.

Apr 7, 2018

A lifelong resident of Antioch, Pat enjoyed attending Most Holy Rosary Church and enjoyed the activities of the Young Ladies Institute. Mom had a passion for gardening, her flowers and her grandchildren. Mom was 93 years young when she passed with her family at her bedside. Pat is survived by her sons Thomas and Leander (Pete) and daughters Mary and...

Apr 3, 2018

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 5, 2018 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral services Friday, April 6, 2018 at 10:00am. Cremation services following at Oak View Memorial 2500 E. 18th St., Antioch, Ca 94509.

Apr 3, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Rebecca L. Rivera announces her passing after her second battle with cancer on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at the age of 63. Becky will be lovingly remembered by her Children: Johnny, Efren, wife Denise, Darlene, Annie husband Derick, Julie husband Tony, Crystal. Grandchildren Dennis, Stephanie, Carlos, Abigail, and Angelitha. Preceded in...

Apr 1, 2018

Rudy Garcia, age 82, passed away peacefully Sunday at home in Pittsburg with his family at his side. Born the only son of Antonio Garcia and Rose Rubio, Rudy was a native of Pittsburg. After serving in the U.S. Army, Rudy enjoyed a 30 year career at the Concord Naval Weapons Station before retiring in 1993. Rudy was a faithful...

Mar 25, 2018

Benjamin Martinez, peacefully passed away in his sleep on March 25, 2018 at the age of 91. A U.S. Army veteran, Benny worked 30 years for US Steel as a wire inspector. He was an Assistant at LMC for the refrigeration and small appliance classes. Benny is survived by his two children Richard Martinez (Cheryl) and Pamela Findley, five grandchildren,...

Mar 24, 2018

It is with great sadness to announce the peaceful passing of Ronald Walter Miller, on Saturday, March 24, 2018, with his loving family by his side. Ron was born February 11, 1942, in Richmond, CA to the late Walter and Lyla Miller. Ron grew up in Richmond and attended school at Richmond High home of the Oilers. After graduation...

Mar 23, 2018

Visitation and funeral services will be held on Friday, March 30, 2018 at 11:00am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.