Remembering Eileen Pensky
The Jewel of the Pensky Family
Our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother lived a long and wonderful life of 98 years.
Eileen was born in Chicago to Sarah and Edward Zain and was the sister of Doris Tomlinson. The Zains came from the old country and settled near family so they could continue the traditions that meant so much to them—family dinners, celebrations, ...
Josephine “Josie” Frances Bradley passed away peacefully on August 28, 2026, at the age of 101. She was born in Danville, CA, on June 7, 1925, daughter of Joseph and Annie Foster. Josie grew up in Danville where she met Brent, the love of her life, who served as a proud Marine during World War II before they married and started their family. They raised their seven children in San Leandro befo...
Charles “Chuck” Edward Cole, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, veteran, computer pioneer, theater advocate, traveler, sports fan, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2026. He was born on December 2, 1937, in a log cabin in Greenup, Kentucky. Chuck spent his early childhood education in a one-room schoolhouse with a dirt floor, a humble beginning tha...
Kay Daniels
March 7, 1946 - Aug. 22, 2026
Lodi, California
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...
It is with deep grief and sorrow that we announce the passing of Teresa Ann Morrison (Teri), a wonderful wife and mother. Born at St. Mary’s Long Beach Hospital in Long Beach, CA, she went to Heaven in Walnut Creek, CA on August 15th, 2026, aged 62, after a hard fought, two year battle with cancer.
Born to William and Lita Morrow, Teri grew up with her younger sister Tami in Huntington B...
Kate Barker
May 4, 1958 - Aug. 12, 2026
Monterey, California
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
Bill E. Eastman
Dec. 1, 1940 - June 29, 2026
Pleasanton, California
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veteran, public service
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...
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...
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...
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...