It is with Heavy Hearts that we announce the passing of Cynthia Stone Ely on December 30th 2026 in Oakland California at the age of 94 years. At Chapel of the Chimes, we extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends during this difficult time. We will ensure that this site is updated...

Services are pending with Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home.

Jerry Burge, a lifelong resident of California, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, in Oakland, CA, at the age of 72. Born on August 9, 1953, Jerry was known for his hard work, dedication, and warm spirit. For over 30 years, Jerry worked as a skilled radiator mechanic, earning the...

It is with Heavy Hearts we announce the passing of Tinh Van Vu on Monday December 22nd, 2026 in San Jose California at the age of 73 years. At Chapel of the Chimes, we extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends during this difficult time. We will ensure that this site is updated as...

Services are pending with Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home.

Gloria Rose Kautzer, a devoted homemaker and loving mother, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on November 11, 1928, Gloria dedicated her life to her family, creating a warm and nurturing home filled with love and care. Known for her hard work and unwavering...

Howard Waters, age 76, died on December 19 at his home in Oakland.  Originally from Sylvania, GA, he studied Hungarian in the US Army and was stationed in West Germany. A longtime resident of the San Francisco Bay area, he worked as a valued paralegal for several law firms, including Boxer &...

It is with Heavy Hearts that we announce the passing of Victor Young on December 18th 2025 in Hayward California at the age of 63. At Chapel of the Chimes, we extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends during this difficult time. We will ensure that this site is updated as soon as...

Services are pending with Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home.

It is with Heavy Hearts we announce the passing of Ruby Holder on December 15th 2025 in Sacramento California at the age of 77. At Chapel of the Chimes, we extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends during this difficult time. We will ensure that this site is updated as soon as the...

Dolores Ann Davis, a beloved artist and longtime resident of Berkeley, California, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on June 8, 1931, Dolores lived a life filled with creativity, curiosity, and dedication to her community. As an artist, Dolores expressed her...

Louise Marie Halphen was born on January 20, 1938, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Louise Elizabeth Olivier and Leonce Halphen, Sr. She was lovingly delivered by a midwife at her Aunt Bea’s home. Louise was raised in New Orleans’ Ninth Ward alongside her siblings, Winnola Theresa Willis and Oscar...