obituaries

Obituaries

Josue Ochoa

Josue Ochoa

Aug 1, 2015

Funeral service will be held on Friday, August 7, 2015 at 3:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

Marcos Lepe

Marcos Lepe

Jul 31, 2015

Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 4:00pm with a vigil at 7:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral liturgy Friday, August 7, 2015 at 10:00am at St. Peter Martyr Church. Committal services following at Holy Cross Cemetery in Antioch.

Fernando M. Lafrades

Fernando M. Lafrades

Jul 31, 2015

Fernando M. LaFrades, Jr. passed away peacefully in his sleep at home. He touched many lives with his laid back smooth spirit and positive outlook on life. Fernando was born in Corregidor, Philippines and graduated from college. He worked as a payroll master at AM Parts and once served as a councilmen. Otherwise, he enjoyed boxing and playing basketball. Fernando...

Deborah J. Mijares

Deborah J. Mijares

Jul 30, 2015

Debbie was a lifelong resident of Pittsburg and retired with the Contra Costa County Regional Medical Center as a Surgical Technician. She is survived by her daughter Brittne Arias, son-in- law Sandro Arias, grandchildren Dominic and Isabella Arias, her sisters Jackie Watson and Sandra Davies and beloved poopy dog Rocky. She was preceded in death by her parents Dave and...

Hilda Alicia Zamacona

Hilda Alicia Zamacona

Jul 29, 2015

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at 4:00pm with a vigil at 7:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Funeral liturgy Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at 10:00am at Church of the Good Shepherd. Committal services following at Holy Cross Cemetery in Antioch.

Clementina Metz

Clementina Metz

Jul 27, 2015

Clementina Metz passed away on Monday after a short illness. She touched many lives with her strong spirit and loving personality, with a gift for making everyone she met feel special. Clementina was born in Lambeth, England, to Frank and Clementina Luff. She served in the Royal Marines/Navy during World War II as a navel wren doing deciphering work to...

Frank Anthony Sanchez Jr.

Frank Anthony Sanchez Jr.

Jul 26, 2015

Frank Anthony Sanchez Jr. of Antioch, Ca passed away Sunday July 26th. He is survived by his Father Frank, Mother Anna, brother Andrew, and his sisters Helen and Rhea. He also leaves behind three beautiful children, Frank III, Xavior, Aryiah and their devoted mother Dawn. Services will be held at Pittsburg Funeral Chapel at 1 pm on Saturday August 1st.

Thomas Leo Mcdaniel Jr.

Thomas Leo Mcdaniel Jr.

Jul 17, 2015

Thomas (Lee) McDaniel Jr. passed away suddenly at the Martinez VA hospital. He was a resident of Bay Point for 31 years. His humor and kindness has touched many people. Thomas was born in Albany, CA. and after high school served in the U.S. Army for 2 years in Vietnam. After settling down and finding a family, he spent 33...

Elizabeth J. Bender

Elizabeth J. Bender

Jul 11, 2015

Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at 11:00am with a funeral service at 12:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Final burial services will be held in Missori

Pablo Paul Dazhan

Pablo Paul Dazhan

Jul 7, 2015

Beloved husband of Catalina Dazhan, devoted father of Paul Dazhan, Isabel Best, Antoinette Best. Devoted grandfather of Anthony, Robin, Lena, Amy, David, Scott and several great grandchildren. Loving brother of Pilar, and Lorenzo. He is also survived by his son-in-law's David and Robin Best and many nieces and nephews. Pablo is preceded in death by his brothers Louis, Besente, and...

Betty Jean Flanary

Betty Jean Flanary

Jul 2, 2015

Betty Jean Flanary, 89, died peacefully on July 2, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Ray, and her son Bobby. She was a long-time member of the Free Will Baptist Church in Antioch. A devoted and loving mother, she is survived by children Ronald Flanary, Carolyn Bologna, Timothy Flanary, Kathy Tedesco, Mark Flanary, 13...

Joyce Marie Lauer

Joyce Marie Lauer

Jun 30, 2015

Joyce is survived by her husband James of 63 years, sons, Jim, Joe, John and Jeff Lauer and daughter Jane Costanza. Joyce was blessed with 14 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren and one on the way. We will be celebrating Joyce's life and legacy with a vigil on Sunday, July 5th at 7:00pm. Funeral liturgy on Monday, July 6th at...

Xavier Narez

Xavier Narez

Jun 27, 2015

Xavier Narez also known as "X" or "Professor X" was well known for his sense of humor and his amazing ability to compose music. He is survived by his parents Lisa Rodriguez-Narez, father David D. Narez, son Zion, sibilings: Richard Manuel Rodriguez, Kristin Rodriguez, and David M. Narez. His grandparents Saul and Pat Rodriguez and many aunts, uncles. and cousins....

Patricia Lou Van Horn

Patricia Lou Van Horn

Jun 20, 2015

Patricia (Patti) Van Horn passed away in her home after a long illness. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Patti started her career in the leather alteration profession at the age of 15, working for her father at Terminal Shoe Repair in Concord. Upon his retirement, Patti became a sole proprietor, opening Patti's Patchwork. Her...

Gary Leeroy Hartman Sr.

Gary Leeroy Hartman Sr.

Jun 18, 2015

Gary LeeRoy Hartman died on June 18 at his home in Jamestown, CA. He was 70. He was born in Berkeley, CA to Harry and Phamie Hartman. He resided in Concord, where he worked as a plumbing contractor and part owner of Roto Rooter Sewer & Drain Service. He relocated to Tuolumne County in 1986, where he continued to work...

Jimmy Otis Thomas Iii

Jimmy Otis Thomas Iii

Jun 8, 2015

Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2015 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Time may not allow all of you to speak at the service, we love to capture on camera your sentiments at the wake. Funeral services Friday, June 19, 2015 at 10:00am at Solomon Temple Missionary Baptist 655 California Ave, Pittsburg. Burial following...

Kay Frances Armendarez

Kay Frances Armendarez

Jun 8, 2015

Kay Frances Armendarez (Poopie) (Kay-Kay), passed away Monday morning. She touched many lives with her loving spirit and positive outlook on life. Kay was born in Walnut Creek, California and graduated from Pittsburg High School. Her career started as a Student Assistant at Los Medanos 1978 to 1980, She enjoyed a 33 year career with Contra Costa College. She worked...

Jason C. Harmon

Jason C. Harmon

Jun 6, 2015

Jason Charles David Harmon, a journeyman electrician and resident of Pittsburg, CA passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2015 at the age of 36. Jason Charles David Harmon is survived by his parents Ronald Harmon and Debra Wilson; his wife, Keisha Harmon his children, Jason, Nalani, Laila, Jakobe , Elijah, Juanita and Keishaun; his grandmother, Cecilia Collins; and his sisters...

Frank D. Schiano

Frank D. Schiano

Jun 2, 2015

Frank D. Schiano passed away on June 2, 2015 with his family by his side. He was born in Naples, Italy to Salvatore and Assunta Schiano and at the age of twenty came to the United States. He was an electrician for thirty years at Allied Chemical. His generous heart and caring ways will be missed by all, especially his...

Josefina Soriano Basbas

Josefina Soriano Basbas

Jun 1, 2015

Josefina Soriano Basbas passed away with family by her side on Wednesday, June 18th. She was born in Pangasinan, Philippines. She is survived by her loving husband, Rodolfo, her children, Joel and Sheila, and grandchildren, Josiah, Brandon, Alyssa and Jeriah. She is also survived by her brother, Marlon and sisters, Loida and Melanny, as well as her loving nieces, Rachel...

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