It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Justino Villar Jr., known to his grandchildren as Papa Tino, on October 27 in San Mateo, CA. He was 90 years old.
Robert L. Simon Jr., born in San Francisco on July 3, 1944, passed away on October 14, 2025, after a long, brave battle with cancer. He married Linda Critchley in 1968, and together they raised three sons. He is survived by his wife, Linda, three sons Greg, Brad, and Jason, three grandchildr…
Charles Hildebrandt beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend passed away at age 93, on October 24, 2025. Charlie was born in Jamaica, NY in 1932. His formative years began with Catholic school and a tough upbringing. He was shepherded by his beloved great aunt, Hele…
Gordon Pedersen died peacefully at his home in Burlingame on October 18. All who knew him will miss his wry humor and gentle spirit.
Ann Christie Blote, formerly of Redwood City, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at age 86.
Gerald Arthur Wacknov was born on July 13, 1939, to Alex and Sadie Wacknov in Kansas City, Missouri. Jerry was the fifth of six children: Leonard (dec.), Paul, Donna, Betty (dec.), and David. After graduating from Southwest High School, Jerry attended Washington University in St. Louis and t…
Dr. William Glen, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2025, at the age of 93 in southern California. He leaves behind a legacy of scholarship, mentorship, memorable conversations, and love.
Marilyn, a beloved spouse, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, friend and teacher passed away peacefully Friday 10, October 2025 due to complications from heart failure.
Leila Jensen lived a life devoted to family and friendship. On September 24, 2025, she passed peacefully in her home, at the age of 95.
Mary was born in Stockton, California and was raised in Oakland. Her parents, Michael and Joana Econome were both born in Greece and came through Ellis Island. She graduated from Fremont high school in 1949. Mary met her husband Mike Tragoutsis at a Greek dance and married in 1952. They live…
Felix Adam Perez, born August 5, 1948, in San Francisco, entered eternal rest on October 12, 2025, in Burlingame, with his daughter by his side. A devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather, he is survived by his wife Maria-Elena, three children, and three grandchildren. A man of deep…
Donald Shigeru Matsunaga passed away on September 26 at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Shirley Matsunaga, who preceded him in passing. Don will be deeply missed by his stepchildren Bruce and Sharon Richmond, Vicki Mahoney, and Wendy Crow and was much-loved by his four grandchildren. He is…
Lilo Hahn, wonderful mother and wife, lovable friend, and proud “Schweizer” passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, at the age of 89 in Redwood City, CA. Lilo enjoyed a full life that was highlighted with travel, memorable moments with family and friends, and many decadent pastries. She was…
It is with great sadness that we share the news of Bernadine Bairfield Osburn’s passing. Bernadine passed away at the age of 72 on September 30, 2025, in Santa Clara, CA, surrounded by her loving family.
Bennet passed away peacefully at his home in Burlingame. He was preceded in death by his beloved Margaret in 2017. Ben was a native S.San Franciscan, an avid cyclist, a longtime member of the Italian American Club and proud Democrat.
Linda Rossi Small, late resident of Burlingame for 45 years, entered into rest in San Mateo on September 28, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Ronald Small for 42 years. Devoted daughter of the late Oliviero and Julia Rossi. Dear sister of Julie Ciardella. Cherished aunt of Lia Vincenzi (Dan) a…
Gary Francis Seller was born on July 24, 1942, to mother Lois and father Albert Seller, and was the younger sibling of Carol Seller. He grew up in Redwood City on the Alameda, across from what is now Woodside High School—then just a chrysanthemum field. His childhood home, a former roadhouse…
Robert “Bob” Fitzpatrick, Late of San Mateo County, resident for 66 years, entered into rest in Millbrae on September 23, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Fitzpatrick for 58 years. Loving father of the late Richard Fitzpatrick, James Fitzpatrick (Harriette), Karen Vidovich (late Ste…
Marie Josephine Heathcote, 86, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025 in Burlingame, CA. She was born on June 22, 1939 and was raised in Oakland, CA. Marie was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her journey on this earth was one marked by love, co…
Born and raised in the Potrero District of San Francisco, Bette passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and unwavering devotion that touched generations.
Andrew (Andy) Francis Klase III passed away peacefully on September 12, 2025 in his home in Foster City, CA after a battle with cancer.
George S. Studle was born on August 27, 1932 in Bremerton, Washington and passed away in Silverdale, Washington on August 30, 2025 at the age of 93. He lived for many years in California before moving back to his home town of Bremerton five years ago.
John Francis “Skip” Igoe Jr., 83, of Foster City, California, passed away on September 13, 2025. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, veteran, and leader in engineering and real estate development, he leaves behind a large, loving family and many friends across the country.
Ronald Patten, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully by his wife’s side in San Mateo, California. He was 93 years old.
Gary Lash, beloved one-of-a-kind Dad, movie buff, friend passed unexpectedly in June at 70. You may have known him as the knowledgeable computer guy, or, a few years back, the savvy PTA parent fixing computers for teachers at Highlands Elementary.
Cliff passed away on May 10, 2025. He was born in Pueblo, Colorado, the youngest of 4. At the age of 15, his family moved to California, where he attended Burlingame High School. When a Senior he met his future wife to be, Pat, who attended San Mateo High. Cliff then went to Junior College a…
It is with much sadness that we announce the passing or our beloved father, Robert Henry Browne, (Bob). At the age of 90, Bob passed away peacefully in his San Bruno home.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eleanor (Babe) Catherine Herndon, 87, of Sun City West, AZ with her family by her side on August 20, 2025.
Kind beyond words, loving, always generous and warm. A woman of great strength and determination. Full of fun, vim & vigor. She had a heart big enough to always add another to the table or to her home. Laurette was born with her twin sister Rita in 1931 on a family farm in St. Leon, Mani…
Robert J Datwyler, age 95 passed away September 9, 2025 peacefully at home.
Michael McCoy, a longtime resident of Pacifica, passed away on September 3. He was born in San Francisco on October 13, 1942 and grew up in the Ingleside neighborhood.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marcia Leonhardt, who left us on April 23, 2025, at the age of 88, following complications from an automobile accident.
Robert Maldonado, 89, died at Brookside Skilled Nursing, San Mateo, California, on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, after a brief illness. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday September 11, 2025 at 11 a.m. at Saint Charles Catholic Church in San Carlos. Interment immediately after at Sa…
Mary Patricia Viri, a resident of San Mateo for 77 years, passed away August 12 at the age of 101 years. A native of Junee, New South Wales, Mary arrived in San Francisco as an Australian war bride aboard the then troop ship USS Lurline, joining her US Soldier husband, Rinaldo R. Viri in 194…
Jack Lee Van Sweden, age 78, of San Mateo passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, with his family by his side. Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Sneider & Sullivan & O’Connell’s Funeral Home, 977 S. El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Liliana Francesca Mangini on Sunday, August 24, at her home in Millbrae. She was a beloved friend, neighbor, and role model to many, and her larger-than-life presence will be greatly missed. Liliana was born just outside Milan, Italy, …
Jean R. Dehner, beloved mother, grandmother, educator, community leader and dedicated friend, passed away on August 12, 2025, in San Carlos, California. She was 87 years old.
Jane Valentine Nazzaro, 81, of San Mateo, died on August 7 at home following a brief illness, her beloved husband David, of 54 years by her side.
Elizabeth Anne Frykberg, 76 of Hillsborough, California, passed away peacefully in her home on August 10, 2025, surrounded by her son and her sister. Elizabeth was born April 27, 1949, in San Mateo, California, to George and Elizabeth Frykberg.
Susan Gale Wilson passed away peacefully under hospice care at her Hartford, Wisconsin home on her 78th birthday, June 2, 2025.
Lewis was born to Esther and Benjamin White in 1929 in San Francisco, California. He was the youngest of 6 children. His mother and grandmother were also born in San Francisco, making him a 4th generation San Franciscan (at least). Lewis attended Polytechnic High School and San Francisco Sta…
Renata Panattoni passed away peacefully on July, 25, 2025 in South San Francisco with her two daughters Linda Freitas (Steve) and Leila Sisneros (Arthur) by her side. Renata was born on August 28, 1934 in Chowchilla California to the late Luigi & Lucia Leoni. Renata is widow to Mario Pan…
Jill Wakeman Goodman, beloved friend, community advocate, stepmother, aunt, and godmother, passed away peacefully in her home in San Mateo, CA, on August 1, 2025. She was 91 years old.
Nicholas D’Arcy Roche, beloved husband of Stephanie Twomey Roche, died peacefully at home in San Mateo, CA on July 31, 2025. Born on April 2, 1938 in Wilkes-Barre, PA to John Nicholas Roche and Johanna Brennan Roche, D’Arcy was known by his middle name in deference to his father who went by …
Aileen Alana Branick-Fitzgerald was born in San Francisco on August 20, 1930, the daughter of J. Laurence and Aileen Branick. She was the second of six surviving children, Gerry (Desmond), Patricia (Dugoni), Robert, Vincent and Barbara (Clark). She spent much of her early childhood in San An…
Beloved long-time Burlingame resident Rolando Lopez died late July at the age of 87. A Honduran emigrant, Rolando settled in San Francisco where he was head bartender at the Belle Tavern of the Bellevue Hotel. He went on to own and run the Grand Central bar on Grand Avenue in South San Franc…
Ellen Going Jacobs, a free-spirited and gifted medical illustrator, passed away peacefully in her home (Burlingame, CA ) on July 22, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on March 21, 1943 in Philadelphia, PA to Betty Webb and James Going, Sr.
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Kaaren Suzanne Smith on July 19, 2025. Born and raised in Belmont, California, Kaaren was a proud graduate of Notre Dame High School Belmont, Class of 1960.
After experiencing a brief illness, David William Hartley passed away in Burlingame, CA on May 23, 2025. He was 94 years old.
Just three days short of his 82nd birthday, Clyde W. Preston ascended into heaven after a recent, severe fall and a four-year-long battle with Dementia.
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