Vincent LaRosa, 83, passed away peacefully at home with his family and pets by his side on July 31, 2025, in Tracy, California. Born on September 14, 1941, in New York City, Vincent—affectionately known as Vince or Vinny—spent his early years in Manhattan. He attended Lincoln High School and later pursued higher education at Chabot College in San Leandro, where he earned an Associate of Art...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph Samuel Crosby, who left us peacefully on July 30th, 2025, at the age of 88. Joe’s life was marked by devotion to his family, a passion for music, and a deep appreciation for the joys found in life’s simple pleasures. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Nancy Joan Crosby and his two sons (Christopher) Dennis and Peter Joseph....

Ray E Brown was born in Romney, West Virginia on August 1, 1930 and lived in Pleasanton, California for over 70 years. Ray died peacefully on July 25, 2025 and was reunited with his wife of 52 years, Blanche (Kit) Brown, and grandson Douglas Stephens. He is survived by his sister, Anna Lou Jackson, his wife Cynthia Howard, daughters Donna Brown and Denise Clark with her husband Dan Clark, grand...

Beverly Jane Jotten (née Minden), age 85, of Pleasanton, California, passed away peacefully at home on July 23, 2025, surrounded by her family, after a courageous two-year battle with lung cancer. Beverly was born on April 3, 1940, in Storm Lake, Iowa, to Virgil and Jessie Minden. She graduated from Newell High School in Iowa and later attended business school in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Over the...

Raymond J. Lopez, age 58, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Ray is survived by his devoted wife, Armida, whose love he held onto with every beat of his heart. Together they built a life filled with joy, mischief, and unwavering family bonds. He was the proud father of four children: Lessette, Crystal, Kristina, and Danny, as well as a cherished father-in-...

Robert (Bob) Ditter passed away suddenly at home on July 5 at the age of 82. He was born and raised in Twin Falls, ID and moved to Sacramento, CA in 1962, where he attended Sacramento State graduating with a degree in History. He began his retail career at Weinstock’s Department Store, where he was the book and small electronics buyer. Bob moved to Pleasanton in 1980 and began his second care...

Donna Marie Minardi, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dear friend, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, at the age of 83 in Pleasanton, California. A lifelong Californian born and raised in San Jose, Donna's life was defined by her warmth, resilience, and profound devotion to her family. She was known for her boundless kindness, infectious love of conversation, and unwav...

On July 5, 2025, Yvonne Champlin Crawford passed away peacefully in her Pleasanton home, surrounded by her closest family. She leaves behind her husband Bruce Crawford, son Scott Crawford, brothers Virgil and Raymond Champlin, and countless others whose lives she has touched. Yvonne’s grace in life was truly a reflection of her favorite word: “Ubuntu.” This South African phrase loosely t...

Joseph Michael Crosslin passed away on July 2, 2025 surrounded by family. Joe was born in Oakland, CA on Aug. 17, 1937, and graduated from Castlemont High School in 1955. After serving in the U.S. Navy for two years, he attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics. He met the love of his life Glorian in 1964, when, after dating for one month, he proposed. They ...

Surrounded by her loving family, Mary Elizabeth Walker, 90, peacefully passed away on June 30, 2025. Born on April 5, 1935 in Pittsburgh, PA to Charles and Frances Duffy, Mary was the third of five Duffy children and the only daughter. She was born during the Great Depression and grew up surrounded by the riches of her family, friends and childhood experiences. Mary attended St. Philip Cath...

Dylan Thomas Dantzig, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, uncle, and friend, passed away far too soon, leaving behind a legacy of curiosity, compassion, and connection. Born in Pleasanton, California on Sunday, November 16, 1997—two weeks early—Dylan arrived with wide blue eyes and a readiness to engage with the world. Minutes after his birth, he offered his first glimpse of the bright, i...

Dylan Thomas Dantzig, of Pleasanton, passed away far too soon, leaving behind a legacy of curiosity, kindness, and connection. A graduate of Amador Valley High School (2016), Dylan studied at Durham University in England before earning his B.S. in Business, cum laude, from St. Mary’s College in 2022. He began his career as a financial advisor and was in the process of launching his own firm i...

Don Marlow Kvale peacefully passed away at the age of 91 under the care of hospice with his family by his side. Born in Minnesota to Edward and Theline, Don lived a life filled with many blessings. A proud veteran, Don honorably served in the U.S. Air Force Intelligence, before pursuing his business degree at UC Berkeley. He then embarked on a distinguished 30+ year career with Shell Oil Company. ...

Dennis Georgatos (March 31, 1955 – June 25, 2025) Dennis Jerry Georgatos of Lodi, CA passed away on June 25 at the age of 70 after a brave fight against brain cancer. A long-time resident of Pleasanton, Dennis lived his final months enjoying his vineyard in Lodi and cherishing time with friends and loved ones from the Bay Area and beyond. Dennis was born on the Greek island of Kefalonia. F...

Helen Story (Tori) Desmond Smith died at age 89 on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in Walnut Creek, CA after a brief illness. Tori was born on October 22, 1935, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Humphrey Earl and Janet Johnston Desmond. She was one of seven children. Her father, Humphrey, was the editor of The Catholic Herald Tribune and her mother, Janet (Jay), was an accomplished coloratura soprano. The fami...

Robert F. Brown, known to most as Bob, took his final flight on June 10, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on October 30, 1938, in Portland, Oregon, Bob made his mark on the world with a blend of quick wit, adventurous spirit, and earnest dedication. Bob’s life journey took him to Pleasanton, California, where he became a cherished member of the community. As the proud owner of Pleasanton Glass ...

Robert J. Kragen (formerly Krygowski) of Lincoln, beloved husband of Sharon Kragen (nee Wade), passed away June 2 at the age of 85. Cherished son of the late John J. Krygowski and the late Stephanie R. Krygowski; admired father of four sons, Kevin, Greg, Jeff (Kathleen) and Mark (Rebecca) and their mother, Barbara Pelletier (nee Wilke); loving stepfather of Eric Slichter, Jennifer Ryther and the l...