obituaries

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.

Mar 22, 2018

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm with a vigil at 6:30pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral liturgy Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at 10:00am at Church of the Good Shepherd. Committal services following at Holy Cross Cemetery in Antioch.

Mar 19, 2018

No services at this time.

Mar 16, 2018

Beloved mother of Caroline Nunez, Bea Relei, and Elizabeth Heredia; precious grandmother to Ceara Kennerly, Che Nunez, Satomi Cadena, Mia Wetsch and Javier Heredia; cherished great-grandmother to 19 beautiful children and great-great grandmother to 1 baby girl and 1 baby boy on the way. Refugio Heredia, her beloved husband of 62 years, precedes her in death along with both her...

Mar 13, 2018

Avelina "Vel " was born on November 10, 1928 in Lupao, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. She was the eldest of 9 siblings of Marcelo Neri and Marta Sotelo. She is survived by her loving husband Maximo Gordovez; her 5 children Jacinto(Cecilia decd) Alfonso (RosarioJulia), Marcelo (MayFlorian), Bonifacio (Liwayway), and Martha; 9 grandchildren; and 8 great grandchildren; and her 3 siblings...

Mar 9, 2018

Cedric passed away in his home with his family Friday morning. Cedric's loves in life were his family, fishing and bowling. He was happy and outgoing to his last day. A loss to the world but a blessing to God. Cedric is survived by his wife of 33 years, Lorna Hart, his children Breanna and Brian Hart. His parents Raymond...

Mar 7, 2018

Joe Gambalie peacefully passed away  Wednesday March 7, 2018 in Concord. He served in the Army National Guard. Joe retired as a computer support specialist for IBM after 33 years. Joe loved hunting, fishing, and vacationing at his Lake Almanor cabin with family and friends. Joe is survived by his wife of 54 years, Joanne, two sons Gary and wife...

Mar 2, 2018

Nathan Trezza was a hard working family man, who worked for many years and retired from Glass Containers. He was a faithful member of Church of the Good Shepherd. He loved to fish, camp, and spend time with his family. Nothing made him happier than doing things with and for his family. Nathan is survived by his brother Joseph; children,...

Mar 2, 2018

Lee Dell Stewart, Sr. passed away on May 2nd, 2018.  He touched many lives with his giving nature. Born in Ozan, Arkansas. Lee Dell was a graduate from Clow High School in Southwest Arkansas. Lee Dell entered the U.S. Army in 1951. He was a veteran of the Korean and Viet Nam wars. He retired from the military in 1973...