Alice F. Delgado
May 25, 2013
Alice F. Delgado was called home to be with the Lord on May 25, 2013 at the age of 96, surrounded by her loving family. Alice was born in Los Angeles, California. Growing up, she then relocated to Merced, California where she would meet her future husband, Ben Delgado. After marrying in Merced, they then relocated to Pittsburg, California. Alice...
Mary Louise Hackley
May 23, 2013
Mary Louise Hackley, 60, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2013, at her home in Antioch. Mary was diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer in October 2010. Her strong will to live, unwavering faith in God, and the love and prayers of family, friends, and many supporters carried her through these tough times. Yet, even throughout her own struggle with Cancer,...
Dorothy B. Enes
May 17, 2013
Dorothy, one of the last of her generation of the pioneer families from the "West Pittsburg" area, was born on a farm in the Pittsburg, CA area to Francisco and Maria Fernandez, who were immigrants from the Azores. She was the middle child, having two brothers, Leo and Frank. The family leased land to grow livestock feed and some animals...
Vidal Diaz Garcia
May 16, 2013
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. Survived by his beautiful wife of 58 years, Josefina. Sons Vidal Jr. (Irma), Alejandro (Sylvia), Hiram and Alberto, 16 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents Monico, Petra and son Ariel. Family and friends are invited to a visitation...
Nerie B. Pagobo
May 14, 2013
Nerie Bravo Pagobo, 67, passed away on May 14, 2013 at her home in Pittsburg, California. She was born on March 8, 1946 in Isabel, Leyte, Philippines. She graduated from Southwestern University in Cebu City, Philippines with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology. She worked as a Medical Technician for Los Medanos Community Hospital for 23 years and...
Loann A. Powell
May 12, 2013
Loann A. Powell passed away May 12, 2013 at the age of 77. A native of Pittsburg, she lived in Antioch the majority of her adult life. She was retired from the banking industry. Loann is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Cheryl and Steven Dejesus, grandchildren: Kristen and Eric Dejesus, Charlie Andreoff and partner Peter Fenech, Steven Andreoff Jr.,...
Charles Anthony Burns
May 10, 2013
Charles Burns passed away Friday, May 10, 2013 at the young age of 21. He was charismatic, full of life and loved children dearly. Charles was born in Pittsburg, Ca and graduated from Gateway High in 2009. Charles is survived by his beloved parents John and Tammy Burns of Bay Point, one brother Johnny Burns of Bay Point. His grandparents...
Louise M. Dye Sherier
May 7, 2013
Louise Dye Sherier, 84 passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at her home. She is survived by two sons, Ricky and Roger Dye, two grandchildren, Rhonda Chisholm, and Michael Dye, and two great grandchildren, Taylor, and Kennedy Chisholm. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother and will be greatly missed but never forgotten. We love you granny. We...
Rosario Polvorosa
May 5, 2013
Rosario "Cherrie" passed away May 5, 2013 at the age of 84. She is survived by her four children, Connie Ridgway, Mary Cabrerra, Leo Polvorosa, and Lawrence Polvorosa; and stepson Antonio Polvorosa. Her 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Monday, May 13, 2013 at 4pm with a vigil at 7pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel....
Nicholas "Nico" Gonzales
May 5, 2013
Nicholas "Nico" Gonzales passed peacefully Sunday. Born and raised in Pittsburg, he graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1958 where he excelled in football and has recently been inducted into the Pittsburg Football Hall of Fame. His football talents earned him a scholarship to Utah State (B.A.); he later earned a Masters from SF State. For 30 years he worked...
Mark Anthony Madrid
May 4, 2013
Mark Anthony Madrid, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, died on Saturday, May 4, 2013, of a heart attack while diving near Santa Rosa, CA. He was 49. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Cristina, sons Jackson and Myles, and mother, Mercedes, all of Antioch. He is also survived by his brother Tom, sister-in-law Kristy, and nieces Katarina and...
William John Wertz
May 4, 2013
William John Wertz, 75, passed away May 4, 2013 at John Muir Medical Center, Concord. Memorial services will be held on Friday, May 17, 2013 at 11:00am at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel.
Frances Garcia
May 3, 2013
Frances was an amazing, loving and caring woman. She is survived by her loving children: Erica Guzman (Gabriel Martinez), Crystal (James Corbette), Veronica (Bo Robledo) and Samuel Garcia Jr. Her grandchildren: Joaquine, Payton and Erabella. Her mother Amelia Ortiz and sisters: Pauline Ortiz, Mary Ann Lopez, Mercy Garner and Antionia Ortiz. She was preceded in death by her father Joe....
Larry Afton Mimms
May 2, 2013
Larry A. Mimms passed away May 2, 2013 at the age of 71. He was a native of Stockton, Ca and a longtime resident of Pittsburg. He worked as an sales manager for Pepsi Co. He was also a race car driver. Larry is survived by his wife Yolanda Uy, loving loving cousin Darlene, son Brandon and daughter Kandis. A...
Mary Davis
May 1, 2013
Mary Asta Ward Davis was born on March 10, 1948 and passed away on May 1, 2013. Mary loved playing cards and spending time with family and friends. She is survived by her partner of 25 years, J.D. Willis, children Mario Muriarty, Jimmy and Jamie Davis. Her brother Leland Ward, twelve grandchildren, aunt Francesca McAteer, uncle Jimmy Pappalardo and extended...
George Albert Beesley Sr.
Apr 27, 2013
George Beesley Sr., peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Pittsburg and graduated from Antioch High School in 1969. George married the love of his life, Linda Brown on Feb 21, 1970. He retired from Safeway after 33 years. George loved spending time with his family. There was nothing he couldn't build or...
Richard E. Florez Sr.
Apr 27, 2013
After successfully overcoming cancer (twice) and multiple other health issues, Richard E. Florez passed away peacefully Saturday, he was surrounded by his family. Richard was born in Oakdale, CA and graduated from Liberty High School. After serving in the US Army & Army Reserves for 3 years, he enjoyed a successful 31 year career with General Motors. Richard is survived...
Richard Sherier
Apr 26, 2013
Richard Sherier, 85 passed away Friday, April 26, 2013. He is survived by two sons, Ricky and Roger Dye, two grandchildren, Rhonda Chisholm, and Michael Dye, and two great grandchildren, Taylor, and Kennedy Chisholm. He was a loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Thank you for all of the great memories…we love you. We will be celebrating his life on...
Marvin Kenneth Elliott Sr.
Apr 24, 2013
Beloved husband of Juanita and loving father of Tina and Marvin Jr. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 from 4:00 to 8:00pm. Funeral services Thursday, May 2, 2013 at 11:00am both days at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel 2295 Railroad Ave., Pittsburg.
Billy Ray Matlock
Apr 22, 2013
Bill passed away after a long illness on Monday, April 22, 2013; at the age of 80. Born to William and Ruth Matlock in Cushing, OK. He moved to CA at a young age. Bill retired from Berkely Farms after 41 years. He loved playing golf with his friends in Bethel Island, was 49er fan through thick and thin for...
