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William Joseph Cartan Jul. 4, 1928 - Jan. 29, 2014 Resident of Pleasanton William "Bill" passed away peacefully in Alamo, CA surrounded by his loving family. Bill was born in Oakland, CA. He graduated from Texas Western University (now University of Texas at El Paso). He attained the rank of Sergeant in the U.S. Army and served in Korea 1950-1952. Bill was very successful as owner and founder of Cartan's Baby News Kid's Stuff, a large baby furniture and children's clothing store. Bill opened the store with his brother Bob in 1962 and through the next 45 years most of the family members were involved in the success of the store. At various times there were stores in Fremont, Pleasant Hill, San Ramon, Pinole, Concord, Fresno, Oakland and Nevada, operated and/or owned by family members. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Irma of 30 years; his first wife, Barbara; his devoted children, Theresa Drake (Nick) of Redding, Scott Cartan (Tiffanie) of Chandler, AZ. Step-children; Ann Walker (Brad) of San Ramon and Kenyon Barnes (Karen) of San Ramon. Grandchildren Mack, Sean and Justin Drake, Zander Cartan, Dalton Walker and Jake, Luke and Kyla Barnes. The eight Grandchildren were a joy to "Papa Bill." He will also be remembered by brother Bob and wife, Effi, niece Heidi, sister Carolyn Sherman (Fred) and nephews Kyle and Leonard. His very generous, honest and loving spirit will be missed by all who knew him. Bill is predeceased by his parents and nephew Derik Cartan. A "Celebration of Life" memorial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of the East Bay Bruns House.
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To Bill's family.
I appreciated working for your father and your uncle Bill. He hired me to deliver stock to his other stores.
He was a great friend and I was devastated when he told me he had cancer.
Randy Murrrow
October 25, 2023
I worked for Bill back in the early 1980s. I drove the truck to deliver stock to his other stores.
Rest in peace Bill .
And happy trails to you
Randy Murrow
Work
August 12, 2023
My heart aches for the family. Bill was truly a big hearted man. Everyone knew that he would help anyone in need. He had a ready smile, a hearty laugh and was always encouraging. He had been a victorious cancer warrior, who shared his optimism and spirit with others. He was an enthusiastic businessman, full of ideas that worked! Some people are unforgettable, and you are lucky to have known them. Bill was one those people. I wish that I could be there. Much sympathy, with much love to all of the family.
Terri Beauchamp
February 9, 2014
Feel blessed to have had Bill in my life for a number of years and am sad to hear of his passing, but am glad his suffering is over. Sending prayers to Irma and family that they can find comfort in all their memories of him.
Patti Magee
February 5, 2014
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