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Obituaries

Charles A. Arasa

Charles A. Arasa

Mar 22, 2012

Charles Arasa, 51, passed away March 22, 2012. He was a merchant seaman for 7 years. He is survived by his 4 brothers, 2 sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 30, 2012 at 4:00pm with a service at 6:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Charles...

Joyce Vargas Lo

Joyce Vargas Lo

Mar 21, 2012

Joyce passed away on March 21, 2012 at the age of 42. She is survived by her two daughters, Charisse Joy and Christine Jade. A devoted and hardworking mother, Joyce worked as a registered nurse at Kaiser Permanent and Sutter Delta Medical Center in Antioch. She valued her family above everything else and was scheduled to travel to the Philippines...

Roberto De Luna

Roberto De Luna

Mar 16, 2012

Roberto "Bobby" went home to the angels on March 16, 2012, following his battle with cancer. He was 58 years old. He is survived by his children Rebecca, Robert, Diana, and Fernando, grandchildren, Martin, Ashley, De'Andre, Brittney, Destinee, Desiree, Alexandria, Gregory III, and siblings Jose, Gerardo, Rosa, and Michael, and many extended family members and friends. He is preceded in...

Philip John Mutulo

Philip John Mutulo

Mar 15, 2012

Philip was born in Pittsburg and was a lifelong resident. His parents, Angelina and Vincenzo Mutulo, were Italian immigrants from Isola delle Femmine, Sicily. Philip attended Pittsburg schools. He was a Navy Veteran who served during WWII in the Pacific on the destroyer escort USS Dennis. He met the love his life, Natalie Graziani from Antioch on 1940. They were...

Manuel Simms, Jr.

Manuel Simms, Jr.

Mar 14, 2012

Manuel Simms Jr., 80 passed away March 14, 2012. Survived by his wife Mae Ruth Simms, children Michael Anthony Simms, Samuel Simms, Freddie Simms and Angela Simms. Grandchildren Terrell Hall and Freddie Simms Jr. He was preceded in death by his daughter Gwen "Pokey" Christmas. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 23, 2012 at 11:00am with a funeral service...

Lorraine Perino

Lorraine Perino

Mar 14, 2012

Lorraine Perino, 102, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2012. She was a beautiful homemaker and devoted wife and mother. She was creative with the needle sewing and crocheting beautiful clothes and blanets. She was a fabulous cook delighting herself and her family with homemade raviolis for the holidays. She had a very positive outlook on life enjoying socializing and even...

Victor "Hawk" Mendoza

Victor "Hawk" Mendoza

Mar 8, 2012

Victor M. Mendoza, 68, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Jerry Mendoza, sons Victor and Todd Mendoza & granddaughter Trinity Mendoza. He was preceded in death by his sons, Michael and Richard 'Stix" Mendoza. Friends and Family are invited to a viewing Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 11:00am with a celebration of life at...

Frank Verduzco, Jr.,

Frank Verduzco, Jr.,

Mar 7, 2012

Frank M. Verduzco Jr., passed away Wednesday at the age of 95. He worked for US Steel as Roll Shop foreman and retired after 32 years. He is survived by the mother of his children Gloria Verduzco, his devoted children Michaelene & Mike Minard, Shermane Verduzco, Sherida Coppa, Carla Verduzco & loving sister Consuelo Boschke, 10 grandchildren & 10 great-grandchildren....

Richard C. Osborne

Richard C. Osborne

Mar 5, 2012

Richard Clair Osborne, 63, passed away March 5, 2012 at John Muir Medical Center, Concord. He was a native of New York and a longtime resident of Antioch. Richard attended Harper College in Binghamton, NY. For 30 years Richard worked for Beresford Corporation until his retirement.He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Mency C. Osborne, brothers Michael and...

Anthony Paul Bonanno

Anthony Paul Bonanno

Mar 4, 2012

Anthony "Tony" P. Bonanno, passed away Sunday, March 4th at the age of 50. A lifelong resident of Pittsburg, he was an all-around athlete and avid sports fan. He had a smile that lit up any room he walked in to.He is survived by his parents; Al & Sally Bonanno, Jr., siblings; Michael Bonanno (Apryl) & Dina Gamboa (Anthony) children;...

Louis Gonzales

Louis Gonzales

Mar 4, 2012

Louis passed away on Sunday at the age of 86. He was born in Minatare, Nebraska. After serving in the Army during World War II, he enjoyed a 32 year career with the federal government in Nebraska and California. Louis was preceded in death by his two sons, Julian and Louis Ray. He is survived by his wife, Margaret, son...

Betty B. Espinole

Betty B. Espinole

Mar 1, 2012

Betty Espinole, 89, passed away March 1, 2012. She was a native of Tipton, Ca, former Nichols and Port Chicago resident and a Bay Point resident since 1969. She worked as office manager for Shore Acres Elementary School, Bay Point retiring in 1984. Betty was involved in P.T.A in Port Chicago. She enjoyed traveling and was a 49ers and SF...

Rose (Trezza) Renzenbrink

Rose (Trezza) Renzenbrink

Mar 1, 2012

Rose Katherin Renzenbrink, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, February 24, 2012. Rose was born in Pittsburg, to Jack and Mary Trezza. She was born the seventh of eight children. She graduated from Pittsburg High School and during her high school years she worked as an usher and cashier at the Palace, California and Enean...

James Thomas (Tom) Lilly

James Thomas (Tom) Lilly

Mar 1, 2012

Tom Lilly passed away in his sleep after a short illness. Tom was born in Pittsburg, CA and graduated from Pittsburg High School and Diablo Valley College. After serving in the U. S. Navy in the 1960's, he enjoyed a career as a Copy Editor at a government service printer in Washington, D.C. In later years he worked as a...

Gilbert Roland "Coco" Campo

Gilbert Roland "Coco" Campo

Feb 28, 2012

Gilbert was a wonderful man who never knew a stranger. He grew up in Antioch, CA, served his country in the Air Force and blessed people with his acquaintance across the country during his career as a long haul trucker and as a bartender. He leaves behind to cherish his memory: Wife, Barbara. Children, Misty Ryland, Darin Campo and Valerie...

Theresa Mendoza

Theresa Mendoza

Feb 24, 2012

Theresa was married to Elias for 60 years until his passing in 2002. Theresa is survived by her daughters Rose Mullen, Mary Mendoza and her extended family Nelson and Mary Cruz. Theresa leaves many nieces, nephews and godchildren. She was preceded in death by 5 brothers and 2 sisters. Theresa was a member of Catholic Daughters. She loved gardening, sewing,...

Peter Vetrano

Peter Vetrano

Feb 23, 2012

Peter Vetrano, 93, passed away Thursday, February 23, 2012. He was a native of New York City, NY and a 78 year resident of Pittsburg. He was a US Navy veteran and a member of Delta View Golf Club. Peter was the owner of Carlo's Pizzeria in Pittsburg for 30 years. He is survived by his brothers John, Joseph and...

Cruz Calzado Mendoza

Cruz Calzado Mendoza

Feb 22, 2012

Survived by his sisters; Teresa Muela, Frances Herrera, and brother Gilbert Mendoza.Chapel Services Wed. Feb. 22 from 2-4:30 pm. A veteran of WWII, Burial Thurs. Feb. 23 10:30am V.A. National Cemetery in Dixon. Cruz Calzado Mendoza March 25, 1925 - Feb. 15, 2012 Resident of Vallejo (925) 432-2114 ??????????????

Tony Lopez

Tony Lopez

Feb 19, 2012

Tony Lopez passed away Sunday after a long, courageous battle with the many complications of heart disease. He was 83 and was granted his last wish, which was to die at home in the company of loved ones, rather than in a hospital. Tony was loved by many for his devotion to family, his unconditional love of his children and...

Russell Dale Ruark

Russell Dale Ruark

Feb 19, 2012

Russell Ruark went home to be with his Savior on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012 with a smile on his face. Russell was born in Barry County, Missouri to Dillion Ruark and Vurl Fletcher. Russell's engaging personality and love for his Savior, Jesus Christ touched the lives of many. His generous, loving spirit will be missed by all who knew him....

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