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Obituaries

Roy "Papa" Jobe

Roy "Papa" Jobe

Oct 20, 2015

Memorial service will be held on Sunday, Nov 8, 2015 at 12:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

Regina B. Castro

Regina B. Castro

Oct 17, 2015

Regina Castro passed away peacefully with her family by her side. She touched many lives, even until the end. Regina is survived by her loving husband of 68 years David Sr., her two children Jimmy and Katy Castro, her grandchildren Lisa Donaldson, Tara and Deanna Castro, and 6 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her son David Jr. and...

Raymond Steven Tamayo

Raymond Steven Tamayo

Oct 16, 2015

With our heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Raymond Stephen Tamayo on October 16, 2015, at the age of 84, from natural causes at his home in Brentwood, alongside Ray was his loving son, Terry. "Ray" was born in Fresno, CA. on June 1, 1931, eldest son of Juan and Dolores Tamayo. Ray married Patricia on July 18,...

Dr. James I. Scarborough

Dr. James I. Scarborough

Oct 12, 2015

Dr. James I Scarborough passed away peacefully surrounded by family, friends, and his beloved dog Roxy. James was born in Stanaford, West Virginia and resided with his family in the town of Piney View. He graduated from Shady Spring High School. To quote hi, "I graduated on a Friday night and went to work in the coal mines Monday morning."...

Raymond T. Massey Jr.

Raymond T. Massey Jr.

Oct 10, 2015

Ray Massey passed away on his 73rd birthday after a lengthy illness with his family by his side. Ray touched so many lives with his gentle, loving spirit and wonderful sense of humor. Ray was born in Bisbee, AZ and was a resident of Foresthill, CA in his early years and graduated from Placer Union High School. Ray went on...

Betty Ann Laxner

Betty Ann Laxner

Oct 8, 2015

Betty Ann Carpenello Laxner passed away at the age of 79 on October 8th, 2015 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was a lifelong resident of Pittsburg, CA and a long- time member of St. Peter Martyr Church. She worked for the Pittsburg Unified School District for 37 years. She volunteered in the Gift Shop at Kaiser Hospital after...

Sarah Ann Enea

Sarah Ann Enea

Oct 7, 2015

Sarah passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 7, 2015, with her family gathered at her bedside. Sarah was 91 years old and a native of Pittsburg, CA and a resident of Antioch, CA for 19 years. She was preceded in death by her Pittsburg High School sweetheart 7 years ago, Vincent Enea; her parents, Frank and Rose Aiello, and all of...

Kevin Herzog

Kevin Herzog

Oct 7, 2015

With heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Kevin Herzog on 10-7-15 at his home. He leaves his children; Keely, John, Angela, Heather, and David, his parents and siblings to mourn this gentle-hearted man. Those we love don't go away they walk with us every day; unseen, unheard, but always near... Still loved, still missed and very dear. Death...

Lourdes Bande Mallari

Lourdes Bande Mallari

Oct 4, 2015

Lourdes Bande Mallari passed away on Sunday October 4, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. Lourdes was born in Fort Stotsenberg known as Clark Air Force Base, Angeles City Philippines on May 17, 1934. She migrated to the United States in 1966 with her deceased husband John S. Mallari. Lourdes is survived by her devoted loving five children Susanne...

James Rico Molino

James Rico Molino

Sep 30, 2015

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 5:00pm with a vigil at 6:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral liturgy Friday, October 9, 2015 at 10:00am at Church of the Good Shepherd.

David “Goose” Alan Gusimat Sr.

David “Goose” Alan Gusimat Sr.

Sep 28, 2015

David "Goose" Alan Gusimat Sr. passed away suddenly Tuesday at 5:30pm in Merced, CA. What he will be remembered for most is his smile and his infectious laughter. Goose was born in Walnut Creek to Gavino and Lillian Gusimat. He graduated from Live Oak High School in Antioch in 1987 and worked as a carpet fitter for many years. He...

John Archie Chism Jr.

John Archie Chism Jr.

Sep 27, 2015

John Archie Chism Jr., passed away suddenly at his home. John was a union plumber for 30 years. He enjoyed the outdoors falconry, fishing and hunting. He leaves behind his parents, John & Inez Chism, loving sister Stephanie Foley & family. He will be greatly missed. A memorial funeral liturgy will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 11:00am...

Timi Antonette Tumbaga

Timi Antonette Tumbaga

Sep 22, 2015

Timi Tumbaga passed away peacefully on September 22, 2015 surrounded by her loved ones. She succumbed to the effects of a rare auto-immune disease called Scleroderma. She was born in Walnut Creek, was a lifelong resident of Pittsburg where she attended Parkside Elementary, Hillview Jr. High, graduated from Pittsburg High School and earned her Bachelor's Degree in International Relations from...

Nelly Carmen Padilla De Velasquez

Nelly Carmen Padilla De Velasquez

Sep 21, 2015

Nelly Carmen Padilla de Velasquez born on February 24, 1931 from the proud parents of Fernando Padilla and Petrona Padilla. She was the youngest of 7 and born and raised in Granada, Nicaragua. Nelly is survived by her loving daughter, Mayra Cisneros. Her three grandchildren: Michell Hernandez, Jennifer Roberson, and Jessie Roberson. Her five great grandchildren: Isaac, Angelo, Ayanna, kymanni,...

Donald Ray Thomas

Donald Ray Thomas

Sep 21, 2015

Donald Ray Thomas unexpectedly fell asleep in death on Monday. He was loved by a large family and many friends. Visitation on Friday, Sept. 25, 2015 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral services Saturday, Sept. 26, 2015 at 1:00pm at First Baptist Church 204 Odessa Ave in Pittsburg. Burial following at Oakview Memorial Park, Antioch.

Giuseppe Riso

Giuseppe Riso

Sep 13, 2015

Joseph Riso, a wonderful, beloved and cherished man, passed away peacefully on Sunday evening. He was a devoted husband, beloved father, adoring grandfather, treasured great-grandfather and cherished friend. He joins his late wife, Frances Riso in heaven. Joseph was born in Isola delle Femmine, Sicily and began his career as a barber there. After serving in the Italian Navy during...

Elizabeth Paras Nazareta

Elizabeth Paras Nazareta

Sep 6, 2015

Elizabeth "Betcha" Nazareta passed on September 6th, 2015 in Pittsburg, California at the age of 56. Elizabeth was born on December 20th, 1958 in San Fernando, Pampaga Philippines. Elizabeth is survived by her husband of 33 years, Antonio "Tony" Nazareta, her eldest son, Michael Nazareta, daughter, Iris Nazareta and youngest son, Sam Nazareta. Elizabeth also leaves behind her grandchildren, Nielo,...

Daniel Albin Belter

Daniel Albin Belter

Sep 4, 2015

Dan Belter was born to Albin and Mariann on July 30, 1949 in Detroit, Michigan. Dan tragically passed away in an accident while working on his house on September 4, 2015 in Antioch, Ca. Dan is leaving behind his wife Debbie of 42 years, his son Adam, his sister Clare and brother-in-law Mike, sister-in-law Pattie (Ralph) and his nieces and...

Violet M. Marcantonio

Violet M. Marcantonio

Sep 2, 2015

Violet "Vi" Marcantonio passed away on September 2, 2015, at Kaiser Hospital in Antioch after a brief illness. She was 93. Vi was a native of Gaastra, Michigan. She moved to Pittsburg in 1943. The year she married her hometown sweetheart, O.F. "Marc" Marcantonio. She resided in Pittsburg for 72 years. For many years Vi was an active member of...

Tonya Lorraine Mouton

Tonya Lorraine Mouton

Aug 31, 2015

Memorial services will be held on Friday, September 11, 2015 at 11:00am at the First Baptist Church 204 Odessa Ave., Pittsburg.

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