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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Gertrude Bernice Rhoads
May 31, 2015
Bee passed away peacefully at home at the age of 88. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She enjoyed life remaining active with her friends and family. She loved traveling, dancing, darts, playing cards and keeping her grandchildren on their toes. A graveside service will be held on Friday, June 5th at 1pm at Oak View...
Felipe Rosario Dimalanta
May 30, 2015
Felipe Rosario Dimalanta passed away on Saturday night after complications due to sepsis. He was a fighter and held onto life until his very last breath. As Felipe begins a new chapter in Heaven, his vivacious memory will continue to dance in the hearts and minds of all he touched. Felipe was born in Calasiao, Pangasinan, PI. He was a...
Rose Marie Enea
May 30, 2015
Rose M. Enea passed away peacefully on May 30, 2015. Rose was a lifelong resident of Pittsburg. She was the eldest daughter born to Michael and Francesca (Rappa) Balestreri who descended from Italy. Rose married Frank J. Enea in July of 1940 and they had 4 daughters. Rose worked for over 25 years in various canneries. Rose was a devout...
Emily Elizabeth Lozoya
May 24, 2015
Emily Lozoya passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24th. Emily was born in Rattan, Oklahoma. She moved to California in 1942, settling in Pittsburg along with her family. She attended Pittsburg High School and was a carhop at the Pirate Drive-In during those years. Emily was a proud employee of the old Pittsburg Community Hospital and later the Dow Chemical...
Jay William Shipe
May 23, 2015
Jay recently lost his 10 year fight with Myocarditis and Heart Failure. Although we will miss his big smile and unconditional love we have comfort in knowing he is at peace. Jay was born and raised in Pittsburg, a 1978 graduate of Pittsburg High School. He played football in both High School and at Hayward State University as strong safety....
Ethel Mary Dinelli
May 23, 2015
Ethel Mary (Cacciaroni) Dinelli peacefully passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2015. She was 95 years old Ethel was born on June 29, 1919 to Dovillo and Antonina Cacciaroni in Pittsburg, CA. She attended local schools and later worked at the canneries until meeting her husband, Tony Dinelli. They married on October 24, 1954 at St. Peter Martyr Catholic Church....
Anna Mary Pratt
May 21, 2015
Anna Mary Pratt passed away peacefully at age 91, Thursday, May 21, 2015 surrounded by her loved ones. She was a lifetime resident of Pittsburg, and born in 1923 to Vincent and Frances Costanza. She had one brother, Horace Costanza of Antioch, and one sister Providence (Prudy) Lujan also of Pittsburg. Upon graduation from Pittsburg High School, she was employed...
John Charles Rinaldo
May 20, 2015
Mr. John C. Rinaldo passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at the age of 67. He had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) just over a year prior. John was born to parents Paul and Carolyn Rinaldo on July 14, 1947 in Jamestown, NY. He grew up as the youngest of two and attended Jamestown High School....
