obituaries

Sep 6, 2025

He is survived by his father, John Esquibell Sr., and mother, Tina Estrella-Esquibell; two brothers, Martin Nunez (Esperanza Jacobo) and Miguel Sandoval (Marissa Padilla-Sandoval); and his sister, Destiny Iniguez. He is a loved tío to seven children — Anaya Sandoval, Ava Sandoval, Cruz Sandoval, Emmie Nunez, Emiah Nunez, Emiliano Nunez, and Miklo Iniguez. He also leaves behind his best...

Sep 3, 2025

Iluminada Mendoza Aquino, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in her sleep on the night of September 3, 2025, at the age of 98. Born in the Philippines, Iluminada was the daughter of Macario Mendoza, a hardworking laborer, and Mercedes San Agustin, a devoted mother. On December 31, 2004, she immigrated to the United States...

Aug 28, 2025

Flora Coan  was born November 24, 1937. She passed away in her home August 28, 2025. She was a native of California and she attended  school at Liberty High School in Brentwood. She lived her adult life in Antioch. For  years, she worked at the Antioch Cannery and the Salvation Army in Antioch, California.

Flora was a...

Aug 17, 2025

Ronald Gilbert Brown passed away on August 17, 2025. He is survived by his daughter Latoya Brown and grandson Kaleb.

Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 11:00 am at the Stewart Memorial CME Church, 580 Front Street, Pittsburg, CA 94565.

Aug 15, 2025

Visitation and funeral service will be held on Friday, August 29, 2025 at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

Aug 13, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nico Gaudencio Cuevas, who left this world on August 13, 2025, at the young age of 23. Nico was a devoted father to his precious son, Nico Jr., and a loving partner to Yadira.

He was a proud high school graduate who was looking forward to...

Aug 11, 2025

Ric Alan Grant passed away August 11, 2025 at home in Bay Point, California, at the age of 69. Born on August 8, 1956, in Castro Valley, California. Ric lived a life marked by service, creativity, and unwavering devotion to his family and community. Ric proudly served his country by enlisting in the United States Army in 1973. Stationed...

Aug 5, 2025

Rodolpho "Rudy" Gurule was born on Sept 22, 1958 in Martinez Ca. He passed away on Aug 5, 2025 in Berkeley Ca. He grew up in Pittsburg Ca. He left his hometown for a job opportunity in North Dakota where he live for 30 years and came back to Antioch Ca to retire due to health issues. Rudy enjoyed...

Jul 29, 2025

In Memory Of Elvira Asejo Gloria Elvie, at the age 71, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully on July 29, 2025. She moved from the Philippines to United States in 1975, worked as an accounting clerk, married her beloved husband, Gerard Gloria in 1989 and became a widow in 2023.

Elvie was preceded in death by her parents...

Jul 19, 2025

Mr. Steven James Berryman passed away on July 19, 2025, in Antioch, California, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on August 1, 1947, in Wisconsin, Steve lived a life marked by dedication, service, and an enduring appreciation for life's simple pleasures.

Steve pursued his education at Heald College, where he earned a degree in accounting—a field...

Jul 8, 2025

Charles Curtis Sanders Sr (CC) was born on a cotton plantation in Indianola, Mississippi on October 29, 1944, to I.C. and Blanch Sanders, both sharecroppers, and was the sixth of nine children.  The family moved to Topeka, Kansas and settled there in 1948 when he was four years old, living in a section of the city known as the...

Jul 7, 2025

Suzanne Anastasia Kelly(Ortiz) was born on April 15th 1950 the first child of proud parents David & Candelaria. She grew up in Pittsburg(Parkside) & graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1968. Beloved wife and mother, she devoted her life to her boys. In 1998 she retired from the phone company (Pacific Bell) after nearly 30 years. She enjoyed evening...

Jul 7, 2025

Gregory Albert Law Jr. was born in San Jose, California, on December 12, 1991, to Gregory Sr. and Ola Law. He was the youngest of two children and was lovingly welcomed by his older sister Julieann, who eagerly awaited his arrival.

He was raised in Milpitas, California, where at an early age he found and accepted the...

Jul 7, 2025

Jerry Dale Drawhorn passed away on July 7, 2025. He was married to Joyce Elaine Harris on August 22, 1968.

Jerry's world revolved around his children and grandchildren and great grandchildren. They all knew Papa would get them the best electronics or scooter to ride. They were all Papa's babies and he always wanted them around "always"...

Jul 6, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved grandmother,Lucrecia Mallare, who left us peacefully on July 6, 2025 at the age of 92.

Lucrecia was born on March 16, 1933 in Candanay Sur, Siquijor Philippines. She grew up in a poor but close-knit family, where she learned the value of hard work and perseverance. Seeking...

Jul 2, 2025

Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 12:00pm with a funeral services at 1:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

Jun 30, 2025

Celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 11:00am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.

Jun 23, 2025

Josefina Arias Robles was born on March 20, 1944 in Zacatecas, Mexico, to parents Ezequiel Robles Banuelos and Maria Cruz Cosio Marquez, and she passed on June 23, 2025. A devoted wife to Martin Robles Arias for 63 years until his passing in 2024. A beloved mother to Armando, Martin Jr. (deceased), Marta, Nicasio, Jorge, Josephine (Efrain Vasquez), and...

Jun 21, 2025

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Military burial on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at 11:30am at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon.

Jun 18, 2025

Visitation on the first day will be held on Monday, June 30, 2025, from 2:000m - 6:00pm with a service at 4:00pm. Second day will follow on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, from 2:00pm - 6:00pm with a chapel blessing at 4:00pm both days at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.