Ellen P. Pallen (née Poblete) passed away on March 8, 2025, in Pleasanton, California. She was born on May 1, 1944, and throughout her life, she remained steadfast in her Christian faith, finding guidance and strength in Jesus. Ellen was a devoted mother to her daughter, Anna Marie, and her son, Robert James. She cherished her role as a grandmother to Christian, Mathew, Alexis (Lexy), RJ, and ...

With heavy hearts, the Radecke family mourns the loss of John William Radecke. John was born on May 10, 1963, in Alameda, CA and passed away on February 5, 2025 in Calistoga, CA. He was 61 years old. John was born to Brian and Gladys Radecke. He graduated from Moreau Catholic High School in 1981. John worked at UPS, Airborne Express, and as a Broker. He was a passionate and talented music...

William “Bill” Ruge, a former member of the Pleasanton community for 35 years, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025, at the age of 72. Bill was born on March 2, 1952, in New York, New York. He was a 1974 graduate of Manhattan College, where he earned a B.S. in Business Administration. He later continued his education at Santa Clara University, obtaining a MBA. Throughout his succe...

Forrest Sass, known for his deep devotion to family, faith, and his community, passed away in Pleasanton, California, on January 1, 2025. He was treasured by family and friends alike, and left behind a legacy of love, thoughtful guidance, and integrity. Born and raised in Alameda, California, Forrest carried the values of his upbringing with him throughout his life. A proud graduate of Cal Poly...

From his sister, Aileen Morse: It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of my brother, Charles A. Sedlak. Charles was a friend to many, and the deep friendships he developed through the years stayed with him till the very end of his life. He lived to play the guitar and promote the art to others who wished to study. He loved to laugh, share a drink, tell stories, and his jokes. Char...

Carrie Lea Neergaard Shaeffer of Pleasanton, CA went to be with the Lord on February 22, 2025. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, D. Lynn Shaeffer; by her sons Derek and Ian Shaeffer; by her four grandchildren: Isaac (24), Aidan (20), Kaitlyn (16) and Caleb (12); and by her sister Rowena Neergaard McMillin. Carrie was born in Caryville, TN, on November 16, 1940, to Richard and Iona N...

Edward Patrick Shannon Jr., 84, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, in Pleasanton, California, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Jamestown, California, Edward lived a life defined by devotion—to his family, to his country, and to the simple joys that brought him happiness. He served honorably in the Air Force Reserve, reflecting a steadfast sense of duty and patriotism that remai...

Martha “Marty” Siebert died peacefully in Pleasanton on March 18 at the age of 81. Born in Kansas, Marty was a Pleasanton resident for 42 years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Del, in 2010. Marty worked as a dental receptionist in Livermore for almost 30 years. Her warm smile and welcoming disposition led so many to love her. She is survived by her daughter Carrie (Ja...

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...

Mildred M. Bethel Snider (age 95, born June 2, 1929) passed away on February 26, 2025. Mildred is survived by her four children Klayna, Tres, Melantha and Trina, 12 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren. Mildred was soft spoken, yet strong. She grew up in the Great Depression, working at an early age to support her family. Her favorite job was Attendance Office Secretary at Amador Valley HS....

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother, Priscilla Edna Rich Snyder, on February 11, 2025, at the age of 86. The family invites friends and loved ones to celebrate her wonderful life on April 12, 2025, at 10:30 AM at Old St. Raymond Church, Dublin Pioneer Cemetery, Dublin, CA, followed by interment at the cemetery. Priscilla lived a rich and meaningful life, touchin...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Emmor Stanley, known to all as Bob, who passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, at the age of 79. Bob was born on February 4, 1946, in Vallejo, California, and lived a full and remarkable life that left a lasting impact on his family, friends, and community. Bob was a longtime resident of Pleasanton, California, where he be...

Sarah Elizabeth Sullivan, 39, of Sacramento, California, passed away on March 25, 2025, from complications during heart transplant surgery. Sarah was born on January 24, 1986, in Boston, Massachusetts, with a rare and usually fatal heart condition. She was a fighter, surviving three open-heart surgeries before her sixth birthday. She was a curious and active learner who graduated summa cum laud...

Bradley Thomas Tucker of Tracy, California unexpectedly passed away peacefully at his home January 26, 2025. Brad was born in Detroit, Michigan on October 22, 1963. He was married to the love of his life, Jennifer Ann Tucker. Brad and Jen knew each other as children. Their love story began on a “boat under a bridge” where they reconnected as adults and fell in love. Their journey together ...

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beautiful daughter, Grace Cecilia Tuttle, on January 17, 2025 after a courageous battle with brain cancer for the past four years. She was just 22 years old. Grace was born July 18, 2002, in Pleasanton, CA and graduated from Foothill High School in 2020. She was an avid swimmer all her life. She swam for the Fast Dolphins where she eventual...