Patricia “Pat” Albert, 88, passed away on Feb. 10, 2025 in Pleasanton, CA. Born Nov. 20, 1936 in Philadelphia, PA, Pat was known for her kind & generous spirit, her unshakeable Catholic faith, and her devotion to friends & family. At 19 years old “Patsy” married her sweetheart James “Jim” Albert on June 30, 1956 after his military service in Japan during the Korean War. They wer...

J. Jack Bras, a resident of Pleasanton for 60 years, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on November 9, 2024. Jack was born outside Okema Oklahoma on the eve of the 1929 Stock Market Crash and the Great Depression. His parents brought him and his younger twin brothers to California in 1936, where they worked picking cotton and grapes. He frequently mentioned that his childhood was s...

Jim Brittain, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 90 on January 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 14, 1934, in Oakland, California, Jim lived a full and vibrant life, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Jim attended Castlemont High School in Oakland before fate brought him to Diane, the l...

Arlene Anne Bush, aged 89, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025 in Carson City, Nevada. She was born in Schenectady, New York, to Anna and Joseph Weiss on February 19, 1936. She was raised in upstate New York until her father took a transfer to Santa Clara, California during her senior year in high school. She graduated from Lincoln High School in San Jose and met her future husband, Robert ...

Paul Calhoun (Pleasanton resident for 29 years) passed away peacefully in Brentwood on December 16, 2024, after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He was lovingly surrounded by family. Paul is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sharon, children Paula (Benitez) and Kevin, son-in-law Perry, daughter-in-law Molly (Fourie), and granddaughters Luella, Sophie, and Madeline. A Bay Area ...

Holly Yvonne Glass-Chesley 73, of Pleasanton, CA passed away March 18, 2025, surrounded by loving family and friends. Born on February 14, 1952, Holly was the first of six children born to Donald and Yvonne Glass. From a young age, Holly’s parents recognized that she had a gifted ear for music and a beautiful singing voice to match. As a songwriter, she wrote songs of family and experiences...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Tracy Chiaramonte-Schmidig, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, who left this world on Friday November 15th 2024. Tracy’s spirit was one that truly lit up any room, bringing laughter and joy to everyone she met. Known for her infectious sense of humor and larger-than-life personality, Tracy lived life to the fullest, embracing e...

Daniel (Dan) Angelo Chiolis, aged 90, passed away at his home on January 18, 2025 in Pleasanton, California. He was born on January 9, 1935 in Price, Utah to Angelo and Ida Chiolis. Daniel was the youngest of three children, with an older sister, Katherine, and the oldest, his brother Richard. At age seven, Dan moved with his family from Price to San Jose after his father’s death. He grew ...

Celebration of Life: Daniel (Dan) Angelo Chiolis January 9, 1935 – January 18, 2025 Daniel (Dan) Angelo Chiolis, aged 90, passed away at his home on January 18, 2025 in Pleasanton, California. He was born on January 9, 1935 in Price, Utah to Angelo and Ida Chiolis. Daniel was the youngest of three children, with an older sister, Katherine, and the oldest, his brother Richard. At age seven...

Varsha Patel Clare, 72, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 28, 2025, in Pleasanton, California surrounded by her loving family. Varsha was diagnosed with leukemia in April of 2024 and battled the disease courageously until the end. Varsha was born and raised in Northern India and, throughout her schooling, she excelled in math and science. Encouraged by her parents to further foster t...

Barbara Jean Davis, 78, peacefully passed away surrounded by family on November 15, 2024, in Manteca, CA. Barbara was born March 31, 1946, in Berkeley, CA, to parents, Donald and Angeline Willmes. When Barbara was a young child, her family moved to California and eventually made the Central Valley her home. She was a resident of Danville, Tracy, and Manteca for the past 49 years. When Barbara’s ...

Patsy DePiero, long time resident of Pleasanton, CA passed away March 29, 2025 at the age of 97. Patsy was born September 1927 in Bakersfield, CA to Hugh and Gussie Spears. Her early years were spent living on the California Grapevine helping to run the Grapevine hotel, store and gas station. After graduation from Bakersfield Union High School Patsy married Lyle Kerr, they had two children. Sh...

John F. Dowling, age 91, of Pleasanton, CA passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024. He will always be remembered as a faithful servant of God, devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and avid sports fan. John was born on March 20, 1933 to John and Marie Dowling of Drexel Hill, PA. He attended West Catholic all boys high school and later attended Lasalle University where he earned a d...

Anthony “Coach Tony” Echavia was a lifelong Pleasanton resident who was most often pictured with a sunglasses tan, standing at third base, waving someone in to score with a big smile on his face. The only thing to eclipse his love for coaching was his love for his wife Ann, son Michael, daughters Kathryn and Christina, son-in-law Zane, daughter-in-law Katie, and dog Mysti. Coach Tony passed aw...