All Obituaries

Andre Lamont Trotter was born in San Francisco CA on December 28, 1967 to the union of LeeRoy Trotter, Jr. and Elaine Jacobs Trotter. Andre attended public schools beginning in San Francisco, CA at E. R. Taylor Elementary School and Burbank Middle School.  After the divorce of his parents, his mother met and married McQuiller (Mac) Wingate, Jr. in July 1980 and the family moved to Daly City, CA.  Mac was anxious to become his father and adopted Andre immediately. Living in Daly...

In Loving Memory of Charlie Berlanga.   Charlie Berlanga departed this world on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023, in San Francisco, CA, at the age of 75. Charlie was born on September 3, 1947, to his parents, Jose and Ernestine Berlanga, in San Antonio, TX. After graduating from Sidney Lanier High School in 1967, where he excelled in football, he went on to play at the University of Texas at El Paso. Charlie had a zest for life and a deep appreciation for the arts. He had an undying love for...

Alonzo Graves, “Abba D” passed away on the evening of May 24th, 2023 with his lovely wife by his side.  To honor his request, his immediate family held a private service celebrating his life.  Abba D, as he is affectionately called by his two precious grandchildren, enjoyed a very close grandparent relationship.  He loved sharing wisdom and life experiences and encouraged them to succeed. Alonzo is remembered by his extended family members and friends as Big Al,...

Denise Maher Srivastava lived a beautiful, but too short, life of 59 years, spreading her kindness, adventurous spirit, and joy to all around her. Her determination and courage were pervasive in everything she encountered. Born in Bethesda, Maryland on July 17, 1963, she was raised in the Bay Area, where competitive figure skating became her passion and pride. She was incredibly elegant on the ice, making it look effortless, and she carried that grace into her everyday life. Denise’s...

Colin was born in San Francisco on April 1st, 1967. He is the son of Happy and Pierre Kramer, brother to Sean, Brien (Sarah), Kevin (Chrissy), Karin Haskell (Kevin) and Eileen Kramer (deceased). Uncle to Grace, Will and Gavin Haskell, Caleigh and Brendan Kramer, and Courtney, Gavin and Devon Hallinan. Colin grew up in the Sunset District and attended St. Cecilia School. An avid surfer, Colin surfed countless sessions at Ocean Beach, where he was at his happiest. Colin had a huge heart and...

Lorraine M. Weaver February 4, 1929 - April 6, 2023 Lorraine M. Maher was born on February 4, 1929, at Cambridge, Massachusetts, to Walter L., a Cambridge police officer, and Alice B.Dacey Maher, and died April 6,2023. Lorraine was the middle child of three and was predeceased by both parents and eventually her brother and sister, Walter L. Maher, Jr. and Rosemary Maher Ave. Lorraine was a graduate of St. John's High School, Cambridge, and Emmanuel College, Boston. In 1950 she entered on...

Nettie Mae Caesar (nee Smiley) was born in Birmingham, Alabama to William and Ada Smiley on May 11, 1928. Following a family tradition, she was named after her maternal grandmother Nettie M. Givens. One of seven siblings, Nettie accepted Christ at an early age, was active in church and excelled in school. Upon graduation from high school, Nettie moved to San Francisco to live with her beloved “Aunt BeeDee.”    After moving to San Francisco, Nettie married Richard...

William Taylor was the cherished youngest son of the late Myles and Hazel Taylor.    He was a graduate of the Louise M. Lombard Special Education School and the Teen Program at the Recreation Center for the Handicapped. William was a long time member of the Arc of San Francisco. Willie participated in the Special Olympics and worked as a Custodial Engineer for Bank of America, and San Francisco City Hall.   William is survived by his sisters Dorothy, Theresa, Deborah, and...