Roberta Passed away peacefully at the age of 90, Monday, September 15 in Livermore at her home at Heritage Estates. She was born in Oakland California and grew up in Dublin and later in Oakland. Roberta worked for several years at Livermore H.S. in both the music department and the attendance department. She is survived by her sons and daughter in laws, Randal and Janet, Paul and Kerri. She is ...

Nancy Ann Bordes, age 80, passed away peacefully on September 30th in Boise, Idaho. Born and raised in Berkeley, California, Nancy was the beloved daughter of Arch and Esther Girvin. She graduated from Mount Eden High School in Hayward in 1963 and went on to earn her degree from the University of California, Berkeley. Nancy dedicated her career to education, teaching for many years in the Murra...

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...

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 ...

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 ...

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...

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....

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 ...

Judy Curtner passed away on May 21, 2025, at the age of 81. Born February 5, 1944, in San Luis Obispo, Judy was the second oldest of Irene and Bud Gillen’s four daughters. She graduated from San Luis Obispo High School in 1962 and went on to attend Cuesta College. A few years later, while employed at Riley’s Department Store, Judy had a chance encounter at a pizza parlor with a young man named...

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...

In Loving Memory of Margaret “Peggy” Despotakis With deep sadness, we share the passing of Margaret “Peggy” Despotakis on April 21, 2025. Peggy was born Margaret Rosemary Alexander on January 13, 1936, in San Francisco, California. She is lovingly remembered by her devoted husband of 69 years, John, along with their six children, seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. ...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Debbie Ann DiLaura, who left this world on July 30, 2025, at the age of 71. Debbie lived a life defined by deep love, steadfast dedication, and a passion for both adventure and the simple joys of home. Born on December 17, 1953, Debbie was a woman of strength and perseverance. For 47 years, she built a successful career in the shipping container ind...

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...

Paula Ellen Ellis passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025 at the age of 67 with her family at her side. She is now with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Born and raised in Palo Alto, she was married for 36 years living in Menlo Park, Visalia and Pleasanton. Paula was gentle, kind-hearted and always had a listening ear. She enjoyed knitting, reading, watching crime-drama TV shows and was ...

Long-time Pleasanton resident Rosalyn Gamble, a woman dedicated to volunteering in her community and a committed Christian, went home to be with the Lord and in the arms of her husband on Apr. 10, 2025. She was 86. Roz was known for her giving nature and concern for family, friends and strangers alike. She was a member of GraceWay Church (formerly Pleasanton Presbyterian) for more than 50 years a...

Robert (Bob) Gardner, 81, passed away on May 30, 2025, in Fairfield, CA. He was born in Louisville, KY to Irma and Clifton Gardner, both deceased. He had an older brother, Roy, who is also deceased. Bob is survived by his wife of 55 years, Joan Gardner; his three children, Robyn (Gardner) Frendberg, Gregory Gardner, and Todd Gardner; and his three grandchildren, Joshua Frendberg, Cole Gardner, ...

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...