He enjoyed camping and fishing and had a love for travel and family traditions, which included a cherished annual Thanksgiving trip to Maui. Jan. 19, 1945 - Jan. 26, 2015 After 16 years in Pleasanton, she moved to Hawaii for 16 years before returning to Pleasanton for the final 18 years of her working career. Linda loved living in the countryside and said as a child she never considered herself poor. Upon graduation Philip began his career at NVIDIA, a Silicon Valley computer graphics company, where he was a senior marketing manager. She is survived by her son Steven Tadlock, daughter Cheryl Bethe, son-in-law John Bethe, sist... Mark Anthony Tierney His 5 foot tall Harbor Seal mascot, ?Harbie?, could be seen by pedestrians and passing cars each day. She was a beautiful and generous soul, a strong and independent woman, a marvelous mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, wife, and friend whose love made a difference in every life she touched. They moved north to Pleasanton in 1989 where they lived until his passing. Pleasanton, California. She was the 11th and last child of Manuel and Mary Cardoza. He coached baseball and soccer, and enjoyed fishing. Carol was born in San Juan Bautista, California to John and Ellen Acosta on April 10, 1937. He loved traveling with his family to destinations near and far and riding his motorcycle on long scenic rides around the Bay Area. Since graduating, Geoffrey created and was the head of a Danville-based website design firm and search engine team, according to associate Rich Wood of eWebsiteServices. Harry was born on November 5, 1936 in upstate New York son, of Ray and Marge Sheppard brother of Jack (deceased 2008). Kathleen "Kay" O'Leary passed away at her home in Pleasanton on Monday. May 7, 1932 - Jan. 24, 2020 Ross was Ordained Deacon in the Roman Catholic Church at St. Augustine’s in Pleasanton in March 1978. From vacations to the lake house in She was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. Pleasanton, CALIFORNIA. October 12. His wife of 69 years, Virginia, was at his side when he died. He was a member of the state and county Farm Bureaus for many years and served for a time as Vice–President of the CA Woolgrowers Association. He will be laid to rest at All Souls Cemetery in Va... Janet Lee Bachand Her stories about her brothers’ mischief kept our family laughing for years. interesting to say. Irma M. Reichmuth, a long-time resident of Pleasanton, died peacefully on August 16, 2019 at the age of 93. They were married 56 years before Bob passed in 2010. His departure leaves a big hole in the hearts of his loved ones, but his memory will forever carry on. In 1977 they moved to Pleasanton, CA where they started a family. Zachary was a boy scout in Sunol where instead of trying to achieve Eagle scout rank for himself, he would help his fellow scouts reach their goal by helping with several com... Lila Dorothea McAlhany Ron graduated from Amador Union High School in 1966, and studied Automotive Technology at Chabot College. Cindy joined him in Germany and the two were married October 10, 1962 in Augsburg. All God’s creatures brought him joy and he had many pets and reptiles. Her greatest achievement, though, was Shepherd's Gate, a shelter for battered and homeless women and children which she founded in Livermore at age 60 and ran for nearly 10 years. Susanne was born April 24, 1938 in San Bernadino, CA to Lee Emmet Vivion and Mary Eliza Vivion. After high school, her first job was at The First National Bank on Main Street. This incident also taught Shawn to live his life to the fullest, which he always did. Bond, her husband Alex, and his great grandson Miles L. Bond. Aug. 26, 1942 - Feb. 15, 2018 John was an avid rock climber and loved to play guitar, ukulele, and various percussion instruments. After completing one year at the U.W., Ron entered the Coast Guard and served as a radioman on troop transport ships between San Francisco, CA and the Asian War Zones from 1944 through 1946. of Pleasanton, Luanne Rose (Bob Kitson) of Pleasanton John worked for AT&T and retired after 30 years of service. Once you became a friend of his, you remained so for life. Pleasanton, CA. Jan. 17, 1971 - June 23, 2016 Pleasanton, California. She is already missed greatly by her children Matthew (Liz) Wright and Beth (Joel) Wright-McCarty. Helen was 88 years old, passing 2 weeks short of her 89th birthday. She was active in her community, attended Lake Stevens Jr. College where she studied to be a dental hygienist, and even served as an Air Spotter during World War II. Pleasanton, California. TownSquare Patsy passed away on Saturday evening surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with lung cancer. April 11, 1936 - March 4, 2013 Most of all, Al lived for his family. She married John Isely in 1957 and they moved to San Diego with their two children, Ann and Brian. She received her AA Degree from DeAnza College in 1973 and became a Student Teacher, Administrator for Alpine Travel in Saratoga and worked as a Conciege at Nordstrom in San Jose. She often reflected on the many fond memories and dear friends she met there. and the hills hard to climb, Harry attended Nott Terrace High School where he picked up his first golf club, which became a lifelong passion. Johnathan is survived by wife Jamie, sons Mark & JJ, father John LaFountain, mother Kerry LaFountain (husband Jim Moore), sisters Aimee Ose (husband Scott), and Sara Brown (husband Matt), Fat... Elizabeth Ann Jones They made their home in Sunnyvale, CA, where they had their two children Russell and Loren. Jean Verry Pollard ("Jean Bean"), a long-time resident of Pleasanton, died October 16, 2020 at the age of 75 after a 10-year battle with Alzheimer's Disease. She felt peace walking along the beach and looking out at the waves. Gloria and Bob loved to travel and be in the outdoors. Pleasanton, California. Nov. 2, 1922 - Aug. 15, 2014 Pleasanton, California. Sept. 22, 1926 - Nov. 26, 2011 Dublin, CA. Gene was also cared for by in-laws Bob and Anne Turner. After leaving the Air Force Don worked for H.C. Capwells for a number of years until he retired in 2001. Pleasanton, California. She was born with spina bifida, and passed away when she was five weeks old. A longtime resident of Pleasanton, Wayne passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. Pleasanton, California. He graduated from Washington Union High School in Fremont and joined the U.S. Marines at age 17. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Emo Boerman of Alameda, CA and Mary Alice and Bill Hill of Little Rock, AR. Jim was a talented fly-fisherman, loved camping with family and friends at Lake Almanor, playing guitar and harmonizing... Herman Paul Lewis Jr As was his style, he was surrounded by family and friends until the end. He graduated Janesville Senior High School where he was the captain of the football team and won many horse pulling competitions. July 13, 1935 - June 18, 2020 (including photos and video), search obituaries and write a remembrance through PleasantonWeekly.com's obituary directory. He worked at Lone Star for 48 years and loved his job. Funeral and burial services will be held in San Diego where he resided. She was a beloved and long time volunteer and employee for the Pleasanton Senior Center, newspaper, and VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Livermore, California. In addition to love of her family, Ethel?s greatest enjoyment came from arts & crafts, specializing in decorative egg art, and writing cards and letters. Richard suffered complications due to breaking several ribs after a fall in October while doing yard work at home in Dublin. As a community college coach, both at Chabot College and Las Positas, he shepherded scores of players on to four-year institutions, many of them attaining the athletic scholarships that had eluded them as they left high school. Aug. 26, 1922 - Feb. 21, 2013 Jerry enjoyed his family most of all. She was especially known for her creative leadership and organization in the church?s social activities. He was just a ... Duane "Norm" Norman As a retired UPS driver, Stan will be remembered fondly by his co-workers, managers, and customers alike. He'd come up the staircase and then stick his head into our office to say Hi," said Ferreri. The running, school and work took Monica to Eugene, Ore., San Diego, Chico, Los Angeles, Tiburon and Sun Valley, Idaho. Monego, who was the first law enforcement officer slain in the line of duty in the city's history, was fatally shot while responding to a late-night robbery in progress at the Outback Steakhouse on Regional Street. They were married in 1954, moved to California in 1956 and eventually settled in Pleasanton, CA where they raised their family. Rosemary always loved gardens and some of her happiest memories are from her years as an employee at Alden Lane Nursery in Livermore. John had a huge and loving heart. He was 67. Kathy is the mother of Jeff Ruckteschler (Lisa), Jason Ruckteschler (Ali), Lori Gibson (Dan), Staci Navarreta (Ron) and the Grandmother of Nina Ruckteschler, Jonathan McKee, R.J. Ruckteschler, Adrianna Ruckteschler, Hailey and Brody Gibson and many nieces and nephews. USS Princeton, in the Boiler Division, until his Honorable Discharge January 15, 1960. Fran passed peacefully on March 7, 2012 surrounded by family. Scott possessed a love for sports. Privacy Policy, © 2020 PleasantonWeekly.com Her beautiful smile was most radiant when she was visiting the Santa Cruz Boardwalk to ride The Big Dipper and enjoy a walk along the beach. Everett is also survived by his two adoring daughters Christina Teves (Bertha) and Michelle VerKuilen (Steve) and two grandchildren, Maxwell and Trenton. Hendersonville, North Carolina. Sunset: March, 4 2013 He touched many lives with his positive outlook on life. During the past 2 years, Jared loved his work and associates at the law firm of Gunderson Dettmer in Redwood City. After the service, Adolph became a cabinet maker, eventually starting his own business, Adolph's Cabinets, in 1965 in Pleasanton, California. As I walked to my car in the parking lot a Sheriff Deputy's car came screeching into the lot, very close to where I was walking. Michael Wesley Dean passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 2, 1213, at the age of 66 with family members at his side. She loved entertaining people in her home and was known for her homemade hot fudge sauce. We lost our beloved Barbara Simonson Hill tragically and far too soon on March 28, 2018. Walter Lewis Dunkley, 93, died November 11, 2011 in Pleasanton, CA surrounded by his family. He truly enjoyed being with his family. From there, Bill went on to pursue his degree in education at Fresno State University where he received his Bachelors and Masters degrees as well as his teaching and counseling credentials. He loved the Raiders, the Warriors and the Oakland A’s. Bill was a retired Lieutenant Colonel of the United States Air Force. They met at the Calaveras County Frog Jumping Jubilee, and over the years, family attendance at the �... Richard Lee Sharp Pleasanton, CA. He was also a part of the Affordable Housing Authority, working to ensure housing opportunities for those in challenging financial situations. She and a friend originated the Friends of the Danville Library Endowment in 1998 that reached 1 million dollars in early January 2020. They had three daughters that she raised in Pleasanton. Marty was born in Oakland, California to parents Albert and Elsie Long. and were happily married for 22 years. Mark Pleis, a commercial real estate broker, said, "He was friend, first and foremost and that friendship grew over 28 years. These individuals provided guidance, compassion and mentorship setting Bill on a path to success. She was born in Oklahoma City, OK to Odessa Myrl Beard Caudle and Leo Hardin Caudle. Prior to Brentwood, Miller lived for 10 years in Danville and before that lived in Pleasanton for many years. She was a great wife, an incredible and amazing mother to her four children and the absolute best grandmother to seven and great-grandmother to four. Her final days were spent surrounded by her caring parents, loving children and extended family. While in college, he met Barbara Kurth at a First Presbyterian Church youth group. Carol is survived by her husband, her brother?s Dave and Dean Bauder, her children Rusty Browning and Mike Browning, and her granddaughter Ashley Browning.... Robert Lewis Nethery Born and raised in Livermore, California, he was the son of Mary and William "Bill" Bordes. She is survived by daughter & son-in-law Wendy & Steve Ping of Pleasanton, and grandchildren Shawna Ping (Kailua, HI) & Eric Ping (Denver, CO).... Hans James Hansen (August 3, 1938 – May 17, 2016) Bobbi passed away in her hometown of 43 years, Pleasanton, CA, after her courageous fight against metastasis Breast Cancer. His Scleroderma benefit golf tournament was his true calling and helped raise over $200,000 for research. He was a long-time member of Pleasanton Presbyterian Church & enjoyed marching with the Balloon Platoon for many years. Elizabeth Ann Peterson was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 24, 1934 to Ferne Johnson Pearce Larson and James S. Pearce. Once Erik wrapped up his final wrestling season, he turned his focus to his two main passions – skateboarding and cooking. He was sent by the Navy to the University of Kentucky for six months to train to become a flight instrumentation instructor and weather data collector and was stationed in Pensacola FL for the duration of WWII. Jerry served in the Air Force from 1963 to 1966. Feb. 9, 1994 - April 13, 2019 Mid-career he received training in financial services and became an investment advisor and manager in the banking industry. A... Kyle Vincent Field She worked at Fox River Paper Mill until Jerry "Bud" Berg married her on April 19, 1947 after his military service. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Joan Klenk. UMD) in 1942 with a bachelor?s degree in education. Farrel was born on a farm near Bloomfield, MO to Oscar and Myrtle Pruett on July 27, 1934. Dora Mae was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Dean Nairn. Friends and family are invited to a vigil and visitation on Thursday, May 9, 2013 from 6-8 p.m. at Graham-Hitch Mortuary in Pleasanton and a funeral service at St. Charles... Ashley Kay Cligny She attended Amador Valley High school in Pleasanton and then went into the Navy where she served for five years with tours including Hawaii and Puerto Rico. In his spare time he enjoyed carpentry work, and could often be found mending someone's fence, building a deck, constructing a shed, or even building a house. She was preceded in death by her husband Tom after 47 years of marriage. She served on the Pleasanton Human Services Commission and was a volunteer Barton Tutor at Valley View for many years. He immediately enlisted for the United States Marine Corps serving as a combat aircrew member in Santo Domingo (1965) and a tour in Vietnam (1966-1967). Joan and Carl shared a love of gardening at their home in Pleasanton that they built in 1966. Kay worked for Pac Bell for 25 plus years and retired in 1987. Marty always made the effort to keep in contact with family and friends. Fix-it” who could be often found tinkering in his tool shop or in the garden. Jim was an active member of DeMolay and St Thomas Episcopal Church. July 28, 1938 - Sept. 10, 2016 She was born Jan. 22, 1940 in Paia, Maui, Hawaii to Margaret (nee Moniz) and Edward Boteilho DeCoite. He covered all the local high school sports. The eldest of five children, she was 16 when she and her family moved to the United States. Transferred to California in 1956 while working for Pacific Finance. Tim was also a musician playing the guitar and singing, but he was most known for his lyrical abilities. May 31, 1927 - April 6, 2015 Kathy spent many years working with Lance in the family business, R. Lance and Sons. Tracy, California. Our gracious thanks to WakeMed Hospital of Cary, NC and the ... David G. Ker He was a Ski Instructor at Pat Peaks in Henniker, New Hampshire and an avid baseball and soccer player. Jeanne earned her BSN in nursing with honors from Sacramento State in 1983 and went on to work at UC Davis Medical Center as an oncology nurse before joining Sonora Community Hospital. He was born in Barrow-In-Furness, Lancashire, UK to William and Catherine Mulhearn. Jan. 8, 1938 - March 6, 2017 Oklahoma City, OK. Robert (Bob) Charles Cannon In 1966 Rudy married Joyce Komlo. Following his mission he attended UC Davis where he earned degrees in Economics and International Relations. Blades.  He is also survived by two great­grandchilden, Peyton Miller and Aubrey Miller.   She cherished the many close friendships she made during her career. Aug. 3, 1944 - Sept. 24, 2019 God's garden must be beautiful, Pleasanton, California. He entered Dental School at the University and in 1953 earned his DDS. She spent her childhood in Morrison, Illinois and much of her adulthood in the Bay Area of California. Pleasanton, California. Her specialty was outpatient psychiatry. July 27, 1934 - Feb. 6, 2017 March 24, 1947 - March 29, 2017 Benjamin "Big Ben" Sarasua Sr., a 26-year resident of Pleasanton, died October 30, 2016. Mrs. Pearlstein was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and grew up in Philadelphia. With his gentle strength, kindness, smile, and helping hand, he was an inspiration to everyone who knew him. They belonged to Castlewood Country Club where she played golf. Gloria was born on Second Street in Pleasanton to Joe and Mary Joseph. Judith Lynn Avellar passed away peacefully, with her children present on Sunday after a valiant battle with cancer. Most important to her work as an Air traffic Controller for 11 years don stayed close they. ) Trimingham passed away on Dec. 21, 2013 Livermore, kim up. An hour of meeting her, bj knew he would later become older... 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