Portrait of Dr. Desmond Earl Carson

Dr. Desmond Earl Carson

, California

Dr. Desmond E. Carson ObituaryIt is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Desmond E. Carson, a beloved son of Richmond, dedicated physician, mentor, coach, and community advocate whose life was defined by service to others.Born and raised in South Richmond near Crescent Park, Dr. Carson often credited his success to the community that nurtured and supported him throughout his youth. In Richmond, he excelled as a student, a devoted son, and a standout athlete in the Richmond Steelers youth football program, where he developed the values of discipline, teamwork, and leadership that would guide him throughout his life.Pursuing his passion for medicine, Dr. Carson earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley, before obtaining his Doctor of Medicine degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. After completing his residency training, he returned home to Richmond, determined to serve the community that had given him…

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Portrait of David Alan Brown

David Alan Brown

, California

September 14, 2026

David Alan Brown, age 78, of Walnut Creek, California, passed away on September 15, 2026, in Walnut Creek, California, of cardiac arrest, following complications from many illnesses.Born on February 28, 1948, in Santa Maria, California, to Beverly Jean Bailey (“Jean”) and Harvey Francis Brown, Dave grew up in Southern California and then moved with his family to Kansas, where he attended grammar school and high school. He attended Kansas State University, eventually graduating with a BS in Accounting after enlistment in the United States Army, attending Officer Candidate School, serving in Vietnam, and then returning to Kansas State to finish his degree. While in Vietnam as a Second Lieutenant, he was decorated with the Combat Infantry Badge, Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and others. He was honorably discharged after serving in the National Guard Reserves with the rank of Major.After graduating from Kansas State, Dave returned to California, where…

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Portrait of James Irwin Medeiros

James Irwin Medeiros

, California

October 1, 2026

James Irwin Medeiros, affectionately known as Jimmy, was born Dec 29th, 1943 in Honolulu, Hawaii. He lived on the island until his family moved to the San Francisco Bay Area when he was a teen. He graduated from San Leandro High School then joined the Air Force. He served 6 years and was stationed all over the world, but returned to the Bay Area when his enlistment came to an end. He built a life there and eventually set down roots in Lafayette. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Hayward State and worked 32 years at IBM until his retirement in 1998.Jimmy was a loving husband to his late wife, Bobbi, and devoted father to his only son, David, and daughter-in-law, Vy. He was a proud grandfather to Dezzi, Athyna, and Kasen. He is survived by his family and friends who were fortunate enough to know him.Jimmy lived a life…

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Portrait of Steven Jeffrey Schmidt

Steven Jeffrey Schmidt

, California

September 23, 2026

Obituary for Steve SchmidtSteven “Steve” Jeffrey Schmidt, 72, passed away peacefully at his home in Martinez, California, on September 24, 2026. He was born on December 3, 1953, in Syracuse, New York, to Martha Ann Rindge (Smith) and William Arthur Schmidt. Steve spent much of his life in Contra Costa County, where he built a life centered around family, friendship, and community.Steve worked as an orthopedic technician at Kaiser Martinez. He was a warm and kind man with a big heart and a generous spirit. Hardworking and dependable, he was the kind of person who showed up for the people he loved—whether they needed a helping hand, thoughtful advice, or simply someone to be there. He believed deeply in the importance of family and taught those around him the value of building and caring for a strong community.Above all, Steve was a devoted husband, father, and proud grandfather. He cherished…

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