In loving memory of Kate Barker, age 68, born May 4, 1958, in Portland, Oregon. Kate passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 12th at her summer home at Henrys Lake, Idaho while surrounded by family. Her love of nature, the outdoors, hiking and fishing made Henrys Lake the perfect place for her and her husband Phil to build their dream cabin. Her smile, laughter and love of music brought joy ...

Shirley Ann Behanna, 84, of Livermore, CA, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026, after a brief illness, with all of her loving family beside her. She was born in Washington, PA on June 30, 1942, to the late Sam and Elizabeth Comfort. She graduated from Trinity High School in Washington in 1960. On May 6, 1961, she married her childhood sweetheart, Andrew (Bud) Behanna, who lived across the stre...

Marcia Jane Brandt, 87, of Pleasanton, California, passed away on March 26, 2026. Born on March 18, 1939, in Creighton, Pennsylvania, she lived a full, spirited life marked by adventure, faith, sharp wit, and an unapologetic love for the Pittsburgh Steelers. She grew up in Creighton, PA, graduated from Seton Hill College, and later earned a Master’s degree at the University of Hawaii. Marcia ...

Gyan Singh Sidhu Brard, MD, 61, of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away on April 9th, 2026, at Hospice of the Valley after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. His departure came far too soon for the many people whose lives he touched. Gyan was born on July 14th, 1964, in Seattle, Washington, and grew up in Livermore, CA. A gifted student with a curious mind, he studied physics at UC Santa Barbara...

Patrick James Carroll Sr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, Marine and community servant, passed away on May 25, 2026 at the age of 79. Patrick was a devout Catholic and member of St. Raymond Catholic Church in Dublin. He often served in the Church as an usher. Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, his family moved to California when he was a teen. He resided in Contra Costa County and A...

In Loving Memory of Julie Chandler The family of Julie Chandler is deeply saddened to announce her passing on July 5, 2026. Julie was born on April 1, 1971 in Alameda, and lived a life filled with joy, friendship, and community. She was a dedicated participant in Special Olympics from the age of seven, where she found opportunities to compete, grow, and build lifelong friendships. Julie had ...

Kay Daniels, a well-loved Pleasanton community volunteer who became an entrepreneur with a flair for creating charming interior spaces, passed away on August 22, 2026. Kay was many things in her 80 years, including a loyal friend, graceful “Grammie” and maven with an eye for style and a mouth that loved to move. Faith was her foundation. Raised Catholic, Kay carried that devotion through ch...

William (Bill) Ellis Eastman was born on Dec. 1, 1940 in St. Louis, MO. He passed away peacefully in the hospital on June 29th, 2026 at 85 years old with family close by his side. Bill was a cherished husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, pet parent, and friend. His essence, presence and sense of humor will deeply be missed.  Bill started his path in Southern C...

Michael “Mike” Robert Getty of Roseville, Ca and former resident of Pleasanton passed away on March 17, 2026. Mike was born in Orange Ca. to Robert “Bob” and Barbara Getty. He was raised in Pleasanton and graduated from Amador Valley High School in 1981. He was also involved for many years in the Pleasanton National Little League with his father, Bob. Mike had a long career in the f...

Karl Frank Hageman, born October 4, 1941 died unexpectedly and peacefully on June 13, 2026. He grew up in Crocket, California with his mother and father, Flora and Frank, and his brother Randy, who survives. He raised his family in his forever home-town of Pleasanton. Pinecrest, California, however, was the touchstone of Karl’s life. He and his family spent time there throughout his childho...

Lorie Rohloff Hawk passed away Mar. 30, 2026 after a brief illness. She touched many people with her kindness and generosity. Lorie was born in Minnesota. The family moved to Arizona and she graduated from Prescott High School. She attended Brooks College of Fashion Design and later earned a bachelor’s degree from University of Phoenix. Her career in retail necessitated a move to southern Cal...

Patricia Ann Hill or “Pat” to her friends and family, peacefully passed away Monday, Mar 9, 2026 after a year long battle with ovarian cancer. She leaves behind a tremendous legacy in Pleasanton, having been the hairdresser to so many for over 50 years. Born in Hayward, she grew up in Fremont, attending high school at both Washington and Mission San Jose. After graduating she enrolled in B...

Dr. Douglas Westley Huntze died after a short illness. He was surrounded by family in the loving hands of spiritual and medical care. He was a devoted and loving son, husband, dad, grandpa, and great grandpa. Doug was born in Oakland, California, to parents Westley Michel Huntze and Eleanor Albertha (Palmer) Huntze. He excelled both academically and athletically at Fremont High School. Doug ser...

Heidi Ann Johnson, a longtime resident of Pleasanton, CA, passed away peacefully on April 29th, 2026. She left a legacy of kindness, love and light. She was born in White Plains, NY, to Shirley and Richard Donohue, and moved to California shortly after. Heidi moved through the world with a gently spirit and an open heart. To know Heidi was to know a woman whose priorities were the people she held ...

Heidi Ann Johnson, a longtime resident of Pleasanton, CA, passed away peacefully on April 29th, 2026. She left a legacy of kindness, love and light. She was born in White Plains, NY, to Shirley and Richard Donohue, and moved to California shortly after. Heidi moved through the world with a gently spirit and an open heart. To know Heidi was to know a woman whose priorities were the people she ...

Donald Wayne Jones passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026. He was born on October 12, 1931, in Marshfield, Oregon, and later moved to Oakland, California, where he graduated from Castlemont High School. He was the son of Donald Jones, an Oakland police officer, and Bertha Jones, a homemaker, and carried their strong work ethic throughout his life. Shortly after graduating high school, he enlis...

Helen Heron Karnes, 90, of Cibolo, TX, passed away on June 6, 2026. Born on June 24, 1935, in Swatow, China, she spent most of her adult life in California. She loved music, was a proud member of MENSA, and was a lifelong Episcopalian. Helen taught history and specialized reading at Livermore High School and was recognized as “Teacher of the Millennium” in 2000. She graduated from Pomona Colle...