Maria de Jesus Valdez was born in Nochistlan, Zacatecas, Mexico, on April 25, 1928. As most did during the global depression of the 1930s, Maria grew up poor. She faced hardship early in life, losing her mother at the tender age of seven. She adored her paternal grandmother, Paula, who helped...

Harry Rupan, age 84, passed away on February 11, 2026, in Burlingame, California. He passed peacefully, surrounded by his close family and loved ones. Harry lived a tenacious and generous life, always making sure those around him felt loved and appreciated. He was born in Nassau, Fiji Islands,...

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Kum Ja Hong, age 85, on February 5, 2026. She passed away peacefully at her home in San Francisco, surrounded by her family. Kum Ja was born on April 10, 1940 in South Korea. As the eldest of five siblings, she was unfortunately thrust into...

Born in the Philippines and moved to the US with his family at age 7, Rron was known for his compassion, playfulness, and deep love for friends and family. He had a bright spirit, an infectious smile, and a way of making people feel understood and cared for. Rron worked as a nursing assistant...

Zoila Dora Delgado, 71, passed away peacefully at 12:12 a.m. on January 31, 2026, at her home in Redwood City after a courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her devoted husband of 52 years, Carlos Delgado, and her three loving daughters: Cathy Price, Jessica Delgado, and Crystal...

Patrick Arthur John Flynn passed peacefully on January 31, 2026, following a brave and unwavering fight against pancreatic cancer. Patrick was many things—steadfast, loyal, deeply loved—but above all, he was genuine. He honored 14½ years of sobriety with quiet strength and humility, offering...

Choi Yuk Ma Lee, 92, of San Francisco, California, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Kaiser Hospital in San Francisco. Born in Taishan, China, Choi’s journey was one of courage, devotion, and sacrifice. She first immigrated to Hong Kong and, in 1966, moved to San Francisco...

Laurie Jean Tipp passed Away unexpectedly at the age of 62 on January 29th, 2026 Born on December 15th,1963, in Redwood City, CA Laurie was a very talented hair designer, and entrepreneur. She owned and operated Visible Changes Hair Salon and Day Spa for over 25 years in San Mateo, CA. Known for...

Yan Fuei Wang passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, at the age of 98, surrounded by family who loved her deeply. She lived a full and remarkable life marked by perseverance, hard work, and devotion to those around her. Born in Changsha, Hunan, China, Yan Fuei’s early years were shaped by...

Harriet “Kay” Hardtke (née Gentry) passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026, in Menlo Park, California. She was born on July 22, 1944, in Birmingham, Alabama, to James E. and Marion Kay Gentry, and spent her middle school years in Atlanta, Georgia. Her family relocated to Burlingame, California...