Born in Akron, Ohio on July 3, 1956, Bill Erny passed peacefully on January 27, 2026. Bill attended Encinal High School in Alameda and eventually went to work at the Ballena Bay yacht harbor, where he also loved to fish.
Sally Faulhaber of Alameda has passed away at the age of 96. “An engaged citizen with a deep interest in her community, social justice, and nature, she was active until her last days, and was kind and generous to the end.”
“Miss Pat was happiest when she had a full house, was in her garden, or baking her delicious Sunday pies. No matter how crowded it was around her table, she always made sure there was room for one more.”
Gretchen Lipow lived by the mantra of “ordinary people doing extraordinary things.” A Celebration of Life will be held on January 11.
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“She was a beloved friend of many. She touched our lives with her humor, her wisdom, and her intellect. Many of her observations inspired major decisions in our lives.” Cheryl Pearson, Alameda High School Class of 1965, passed away on January 3, 2026.
“William Michael McDonald of Pacific Grove, California, was born on December 9, 1951, and passed peacefully into the presence of the Lord at 9 a.m. on November 18, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee.” In 2007, Michael restored the historic Golden Bridge Beverage mural on Taylor Avenue at Webster Street in Alameda.
“Virginia Ann Ambrosini, 84, who was a resident of Alameda for more than 50 years, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025 in Elk Grove, California. She lived a full life filled with an unwavering dedication to her family.”
Monte Boscovich passed away peacefully at home on July 29, 2025. Monte was multi-talented with his skills in baking, knitting, crocheting, and artistic endeavors. For years, Monte decorated their house for every holiday, and it became a tradition for Alameda families to stop by to see the displays.
Charles Clark Wood, 92, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025. “Charles fiercely loved his family and is remembered for his quick wit and love of nature, particularly the wild birds who visited his garden, as he always ensured they had plenty to eat and a fountain to bathe in.”
Mickey Profumo “will be deeply missed, fondly remembered, and forever loved.”
“Jim will be deeply missed by all who knew him, and his memory will live on in the hearts of his family and all those touched by his life.”
Family and friends mourn the passing of Cecelia Margaret (Peggy) Doherty, nee Brodie, on March 24 at the age of 99. She was a career woman, mother, wife, educator, devout and active Catholic, generous community member, and much more. Here’s her story.
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