obituaries

Jan 14, 2018

Patsy Arlene Thomas, born Patsy Arlene Cook on March 21, 1938 in Ferris, Oklahoma the youngest of five siblings. Patsy was preceded in death by her loving and loyal husband of more than 50 years, veteran Charles R. Thomas and older siblings Carl Cook, Loise Underwood, Doyle Cook and Alma Pauline Olds. Patsy leaves behind a daughter, Cindy Torres and...

Jan 14, 2018

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 18, 2018 at 11:00am with a Chapel Blessing at 11:30am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Burial following at Memory Gardens Cemetery, Concord.

Jan 9, 2018

Gus Kontogianis passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2018. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran and served in the Korean War. Gus is survived by his wife, Lola Kontogianis, his daughters Margaret Germann and Christine Houser, his brother Alex Kontogianis and his sister Ines Merrill. Private services were held at Memory Gardens Cemetery, Concord, Ca.

Jan 7, 2018

A celebration of Hannah's life will be held on Friday, January 19, 2018 at 11:00am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

Jan 7, 2018

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 18, 2018 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral services Friday, January 19, 2018 at 11:00am at St. Mark At Bethel Baptist Church 908 Carpino Ave, Pittsburg, CA 94565. Burial following at Oak View Memorial Park, Antioch.

Jan 5, 2018

Francisco passed away in the family home, surrounded by his family, after a quick battle with an infection, he was 100 years old. He lived what many would call the American dream. He came to this country as an immigrant, from Monterrey, Mexico who worked hard and was able to give his family both here and away a better life....

Dec 31, 2017

Visitation and rosary will be held on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at 10:00am with a funeral service at 11:30am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Burial following at Oak View Memorial Park, Antioch.

Dec 22, 2017

Eddie Williams Jr was born in Providence, Louisiana on December 25, 1940 to the late Eddie Williams Sr and Leola Williams.

He attended G.W. Griffin High School in Providence, LA and later moved to Pittsburg, CA. He worked at California Food Exchange in Antioch, CA for five years. He then went on to work for...

Dec 21, 2017

Linda passed away peacefully on December 21 surrounded by her family. Linda was born on May 21, 1945 in Denton, Texas. In 1958, her family moved to Martinez, California where she attended Alhambra High School. Her interests included: sewing, cooking, listening to her favorite country music and most of all, her grandchildren. Linda is survived by her loving husband, Raymond;...

Dec 21, 2017

Linda Ruth Gamble-Ware, 64, passed away after a long struggle with urethral cancer on Thursday, December 21, 2017. Linda was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Linda is survived by her husband Dr. James W. Ware. Her son Monteico A. Crockett  and nine grandchildren Monteico A. Crockett Jr., Monteisha A. Crockett, Michelle A. Crockett, Montrice C., Taneisha...

Dec 13, 2017

James Gerard Nichols peacefully passed away on December 13, 2017. He was 67 years old. Born on March 21, 1950, to Rustica and James Nichols of Pittsburg, California, Jim was the oldest sibling of the eight Nichols children. Jim graduated from Pittsburg High School and Palmer College of Chiropractic. For over thirty years, Jim was a Doctor of Chiropractic who...

Dec 11, 2017

After a brief illness, Esperanza passed away in her sleep at home. Esperanza was born in Pasadena, CA to Carmen and Prudencia Naranjo. The family settled in Stockton, CA where she graduated from Edison High School in 1947. While attending school, she worked in the clothing department at various stores, including the Bargain Spot and Rosenthal's. After marrying Paul Narez,...

Dec 11, 2017

Mike was a long time Pittsburg resident, graduated Pittsburg High School in 1972.  Mike worked 37 years for both the Pittsburg Unified School District & Kaiser Hospital before retiring earlier this year. Mike is survived by his Life Partner Isabel Lopez. Siblings and extended family, Charles Ripoli, Ida (Ripoli) & Dan Ornellas, Freddy & Yvette Ripoli, Sal & Shannon Ripoli,...

Dec 10, 2017

Rosalina O. Padilla, passed away on December 10, 2017. She had an Associates Degree in Midwifery in the Philippines and retired as Floral Designer. Rosalina is survived by her 4 children: Mila V. Thomas, Joselito P. Villanueva, Gary P. Villanueva, & Ricky P. Villanueva. Two siblings: Erlinda O. Gumas and Felix O. Padilla Jr. 13 Grandchildren: Roselynn Kimberly Miranda, Lavell...

Dec 5, 2017

Gladys loved fishing her favorite fish was Perch she was a business owner in the 70's she was always a boss lady she lived in Rayville, Louisiana where she had a snack shop in her apartment she was a pray warrior to her family, a counselor and mentor in her community everyone called her Momma Gladys born Gladys Jingles...

Dec 4, 2017

Gladys Williams, the Heart and Soul of our family passed away peacefully on December 4, 2017 to be with her Lord and Savor Jesus Christ.

She was born to the union of Smith and Eula Handy of Monroe, Louisiana. They also preceded her in death along with her sisters, Vayrette Handy Hall and Ora Lee Handy. Brothers...

Dec 3, 2017

Dorothy D. Malkovich longtime resident of Pittsburg passed away peacefully on Dec. 3, 2017 at the age of 91. Born in Glyndon Minnesota to Harold and Phoebe Miller, Dorothy was the youngest of 3 daughters. She lived on the famiy farm until she left to pursue a B.S. in Public Education. She soon met her husband Sam Malkovich and together...

Nov 30, 2017

Alvin T. Baluyut, was born in San Francisco, Ca he graduated from Pittsburg High School, class of 1985. Alvin worked as a merchandiser. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, traveling and was a Raider's fan. Alvin is survived by his loving wife Michele, devoted sons. Alez and Justin Baluyut of West Pittsburg, Ca. One grandchild Malia Jhene. He is also survived by...

Nov 29, 2017

Maria Struzas, passed away November 29, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was 82 years old. Maria was born in Zakynthos, Greece and came to the U.S. with her sister Angela in 1955. They came to Fresno, Ca., to live with their uncle Tony Struzas and his wife Annie. Maria resided in Fresno until after the death of her uncle...

Nov 28, 2017

Marites, age 57, went home to be with the Lord on November 28, 2017 after a long battle with kidney disease (dialysis) over the last 10 years. On October 26, 1960, Marites was the first born child of Freddie and Remedios  Acuna. Born in the Philippines, the family migrated to Contra Costa County where she became a long-time resident and...