United States Navy veteran Captain Robert A. Lawton passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of dedication, excellence, and unwavering loyalty. He proudly served his country for 34 years in the Navy, building a distinguished military career marked by honor and commitment. In addition to his military service, he was an accomplished periodontist whose skill, professionalism, an...
Cathaleen Leja passed away peacefully at age 89, leaving a legacy of faith, family, and adventure. Born April 27, 1936, in Oakland, California, Cathaleen grew up in San Leandro and graduated from Holy Names Catholic High School.
In her youth, Cathaleen embraced an active social life as a secretary in San Francisco, traveling to Yosemite and attending the 1960 Winter Olympics. In 1964, she marri...
Tanya Lisa Ludden, nee Getschmann, of Bremerton, Washington, passed away while surrounded by family, at the age of 66, after her four-year battle against cancer, which she faced with strength, grace, bravery, and an unparalleled level of optimism.
Tanya is survived by her husband of 47-years, Thomas Ludden, her daughter Lisa (Ron), her son John (Nicole), her son Michael (Sean), her sister Dr. R...
Michael M. May
Dec. 23, 1925 - May 17, 2026
San Francisco, California
Tags:
veteran, teacher/educator
Dr. Michael M. May, eminent nuclear physicist and nuclear policy specialist, passed away on May 17th, 2026 in San Francisco at the age of 100.
Dr. May was born in Marseille, France on December 23rd, 1925. His family immigrated to Walla Walla, WA in 1939 where he earned degrees in math and physics from Whitman College in 1944 at the age of 18. He resumed his education following his service in...
Shirley Marceille McLaughlin was born on March 30,
1942 in Youngstown, Ohio, and passed away peacefully
on June 11, 2026 in Alamo, California where she was a
resident of the Welcome Home Seniors homecare facility.
Shirley grew up in Northampton, Ohio, and graduated
from Kent State University, Kent, Ohio with a Bachelor of
Science degree in Secondary Education. After teaching
for three yea...
Joyce Catherine Mohatt passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, at the age of 89. Born and raised in La Grange, California, Joyce Ingalls carried with her the warmth, resilience, and strong sense of family that would define her entire life. She later made her home in Pleasanton, where she and her husband, Everett James “Skip” Mohatt, built a life together centered around family, friendship,...
Brad was born in San Jose, CA to John “Jay” and Elaine O’Connor; the last of 4 boys. He played childhood sports and spent many summer days at Castlewood golfing and swimming. He always excelled at school, later graduating from Santa Clara University in 1977. He became a tax partner in 1985 at Hart, Byars, Eng, Kambe and O’Connor. That firm changed its name a few times, but he remained t...
It is with heavy hearts we share that Michael O'Rourke has passed away on March 23rd at the age of 76.
Michael lived a full and vibrant life. He loved recounting his college pranks at Santa Clara University. He had a passion for scuba diving around the world and even taught lessons in Monterey Bay. A true aviation enthusiast, Michael often identified aircraft flying overhead to his family's del...
On Saturday, July 25th our beloved Mom, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, sister, aunt peacefully went to be with the Lord, surrounded by her loving family. During her last couple of weeks, friends and family warmed our home and our hearts by visiting and encircling her with love, sharing the blessings of her friendship and a lifetime of treasured memories.
June is survived by her siblings, Betty R...
Lynell Marie Pratt
Aug. 31, 1948 - May 17, 2026
Pleasanton, California
Tags:
business, teacher/educator
Lynell Marie (Means) Pratt passed away May 17, 2026 at the age of 77.
Lynell was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 55 years Robert (Bob) Pratt, children Alisa M Lahrs (Eric), Dan (Katie LaBoy) and Brian Pratt. Grandchildren Dylan (Audrey), Emily and Ryder Lahrs, Liv and Cruz LaBoy. Sister Connie DeBernardi and nephew Jeff (Tina) DeBernardi.
Lynell wa...
On the evening of Wednesday, April 1, 2026, Scott Alan Rubin passed away peacefully at Stanford Hospital in Pleasanton surrounded by family, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 71. He was born to Allen G. Rubin and Phyllis D. (Jennings) Rubin at the Naval Hospital in Newport, RI. After his father left the Navy, the family moved to Herrin, then La Grange, Illinois during which time his y...
With gratitude for a life well lived and a legacy that will endure for generations, the family of Louis Santero celebrates his remarkable life and countless blessings he shared with all who knew him.
Born to Peter and Theresa Santero in Staten Island, NY, Lou lived a life defined by faith, service, hard-work and an unwavering love for family. He proudly served his country in the United States A...
John A Stoker
June 30, 1940 - July 5, 2026
Pleasanton, United States
John A Stoker passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, after battling an illness. He was born in West Newton England on the Queen’s Sandringham Estate. Upon high school graduation he went to Neumarket, England to train as an apprentice jockey and to learn about the welfare of racehorses. He was part of the Queen’s racing stable and under the direction of the Queen’s trainer. John immigrated t...
Bob Tagg
Oct. 15, 1954 - May 26, 2026
Pleasanton, California
Bob Tagg of Pleasanton, CA passed away in May of 2026. Bob was born to Robert and Marie Tagg in 1954 in Camden, AR, and spent most of his childhood in New Jersey. He graduated from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln where he met his wife of 40 years, Cara (Kerr), and later earned his MBA. He was an avid Giants baseball and Husker football fan, loved going to games, spending time with his kids an...
A beautiful life has been lived!
Mavis passed on July 4, 2026, at her home in Pleasanton, California that she and her husband, Bob built in 1956.
She was in her 100th year and was the oldest living graduate of Amador High School and at the time of her death, she was the oldest living Pleasanton born resident.
Mavis was born to Charles and Lillie Schneider Fiorio. Lillies’ father, Jacob S...
Eric Sidney Young was born on his mother’s 25th birthday, January 17, 1945. Because his father Sidney was still in the army during World War II, he was not able to see Eric for several months after his birth in Los Angeles, California. Two years later his brother Gary showed up (Eric would say uninvitedly so) and five years after that his beloved sister, Gretchen came along to round out the fam...