Our Obituaries
Reyna Lozano-Ortiz
January 6, 1955 - June 6, 2019
Reyna Lozano Ortiz, nació en Guadalajara Jal. Mexico emigró a los Estados Unidos en el año de1986. Nuestra mamá fue una persona trabajadora que supo luchar contra viento y marea para poder sacar a sus 3 hijos adelante que nunca se daba por vencida. Nuestra madre fue una persona muy querida por muchas personas siempre sonriente y alegre, a mi madre se le puso un obstáculo que no lo pudo...
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Carol Anne Baarts
November 25, 1936 - June 5, 2019
A native San Franciscan, Carol graduated from Presentation High School and was a longtime employee of PG&E. Beloved wife of Bryan Baarts. Devoted sister of Robert Theis & Thomas Theis. Much loved sister-in-law to Eleanor Theis, John Baarts & Jeannie Lutticken. Adored aunt, grand aunt, and great-grand aunt to many. Predeceased by husband, John Schulte.
Memorial Mass will be held at 10:15am on...
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Pascasio "Mac" Quien
February 22, 1938 - June 4, 2019
Pascasio "Mac" Quien, born on February 22, 1938 in Manila, Philippines joined his Creator on June 4, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hu Quien and Concha Gochuico Quien, and siblings Jose, Antonio and Theresita Quien. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Anita Quien, and his children: Arleen (Richard) Cheng, Marvin (Cathy) Quien, Amy (Johnny) Lim, Austine (Richard) Leonardo,...
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Rita Kwan Akelis
May 31, 1934 - June 2, 2019
Born in Hong Kong May 31, 1934.
Died June 2, 2019 In Hillsborough, of heart failure.
The immediate family held a private visitation on June 5, 2019 at 1:00 p.m.
Rita's niece Louisa and family in Toronto have dedicated a memorial place in a Buddhist temple.
Rita's nephews Stephen, Raymond, and family in Hong Kong have dedicated a memorial place in a Buddhist temple.
Rita graduated Mary...
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Hugo John Pasquini
July 16, 1916 - June 2, 2019
Hugo passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2019 at the age of 102 and 11 months. He was a strong willed person and active all his days. He touched many lives while living in San Mateo. With his dedication to San Mateo Little League in its infancy in 1954 when the park was located on 20th Avenue, he watched the league progress to its current location coaching many young men. It was relocated to where...
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Shingsan (Sam, 周省三) Chou
February 7, 1941 - June 1, 2019
Shingsan was born on February 7 in Changhua, Taiwan and enjoyed living in Cupertino, California for more than forty years with his wife and two daughters.
In his own words (from 2016):
My life story is probably too straight forward and simple to be of much interest. But making a summary of life for myself and to share is likely meaningful.
To summarize result of introspection I can say...
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Joseph David Wright-Casson
August 3, 1989 - May 31, 2019
Joseph David Wright-Casson passed away unexpectedly Friday, May 31, 2019. He was 29.
Joseph was born August 3rd, 1989, in Berkeley, Ca at Alta Bates to Kelly Ann Casson & Donald Leon Wright, Jr. He was raised throughout San Mateo County. Attending Sharp Park Elementary, Pollicita Middle School, Peninsula High School and going on to attend College of San Mateo. Many knew him as JD, Joseph or...
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Nick Frank Lolonis
June 16, 1928 - May 19, 2019
Nick passed away peacefully on May 19, 2019. He was born on June 16, 1928 as one of 10 children to Tryfon & Eugenia Lolonis. Nick graduated from Ukiah High School in 1946 and received a Masters Degree from UC Davis in 1953. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He married Catherine Placourakis on Dec. 5, 1959 in Oakland, CA. Nick worked for the Botanical Gardens in Claremont, CA. His first...
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Naohiro Kohara
June 20, 1947 - May 17, 2019
Naohiro Kohara, age 71, died peacefully at home in Foster City, CA on Friday, May 17, 2019. Born June 20, 1947, in Kagoshima, Japan, he moved to California in 1965. He took pride in his work as a Gardener and Landscaper until he retired in 2014. Naohiro was an outstanding athlete who enjoyed Sumo, golf, bowling, SF Giants and Japanese baseball, and fishing. He was a devoted reader of the Sporting...
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Joan Lee Anderson Shaughnessy
August 26, 1932 - May 17, 2019
Joan Lee Anderson Shaughnessy, 86, passed away Friday, May 17, 2019 at her home in San Mateo, surrounded by her loving family. Joan was born in 1932 to Andrew & Florence Anderson in San Francisco, the youngest of 2 children. She graduated from Presentation High School in 1950. Joan worked for the telephone company and met her husband, Bill in 1956, and they married in 1957 in San Francisco. ...
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Jane Marie Landucci
May 30, 1933 - May 11, 2019
Jane Marie Landucci passed away peacefully Saturday night surrounded by her family following her valiant fight against lung cancer. She beat cancer once in the 1970's and will be missed dearly by her family and the many friends she has made throughout her life.
Jane was born in San Francisco, CA to Sebastian (Sam) and Marion (Castelberg) Padrun. She graduated from Commerce High School in...
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John "Des" Patrick Devlin
January 2, 1933 - May 9, 2019
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on May 9, 2019. John, known to most as Des, was born in San Francisco on January 2, 1933 to John and Mary Devlin of Armagh, Ireland. He was the eldest of four children.
He attended St. Ignatius College Preparatory where he played football, basketball and baseball and was a member of the diving team. After graduating in 1951, he enlisted...
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Catherine Odette Briand
November 16, 1958 - May 7, 2019
Born in St. Pierre & Miquelon, France, on November 16, 1958, Catherine was a resident of San Mateo from August 19, 1966 until her death on May 7, 2019. Predeceased by her father, Ernest, she is survived by her mother, Denise; siblings Xavier (Maggie), Florent (Lynn), and Isabelle; nephew Andrew; and niece Josephine. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Saturday, May 25, at 1:00 P...
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Kevin "Big Kev" Nils Hornick
May 10, 1954 - May 7, 2019
Kevin Nils Hornick passed away unexpectedly with his loving wife, Anna, by his side. Born in San Francisco to Michael & Jeanne Hornick, he was raised in South San Francisco with older brother Jeff and twin brother Ken. Kevin was an all-star athlete at El Camino High School. He enjoyed a 30 year career in Public Works and in recent years worked in private transportation; he loved working with the...
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Richard Joseph Bibby
September 21, 1965 - May 6, 2019
Richard "Rick" Joseph Bibby was born September 21, 1965 to Richard and Geraldine Bibby. He was the youngest of their 4 children. He passed away May 6, 2019 at the age of 53 due to natural causes.
Rick is survived by his sisters, Garnet Rawleigh (Michael) Denise Nelson (Brian) and Robin Bibby, nieces, Jennifer Harris (Napoleon) and Rhiannon Rawleigh, nephew, Stephen Bibby (Kennisha)...
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Paul Cassidy
September 6, 1934 - April 28, 2019
Paul Revere Cassidy passed away peacefully on April 28, 2019 in his Foster City home surrounded by loved ones. He will be greatly missed for his outgoing kindness and positive spirit. Paul is survived by his loving companion Fran Rogers and his daughters Barbara and Patricia. He is also survived by his sisters Beverly Singer and Marilyn Sprenger. Paul was adored by a large extended family of...
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Rolf Sester
February 14, 1955 - April 27, 2019
My father was born in Renchen Germany in 1955. He grew up with his younger brother Markus and their parents. During his young adult years he enjoyed playing music with his friends as a hobby. He played many instruments including drums, saxophone, accordion, but most of all he loved to play his clarinet. He got his children involved in playing music as well. He worked in Germany for the government...
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Velma M. Pao
November 1, 1944 - April 14, 2019
Velma M. Pao passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, April 14, 2019 with her family by her side. She was strong willed and selfless in so many ways. Her spirit will be missed by so many. She was born in Hilo, Hawaii and moved to the mainland in her early childhood age. She was raised in San Leandro, Ca. until she moved to San Mateo, Ca.to raise her family.
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Philip John Fox
March 10, 1941 - April 13, 2019
Philip John Fox passed away on April 13th at the age of 78. Born in Easton, PA, to John and Marjorie Fox, he was a 9th generation Pennsylvanian. He studied Civil Engineering at Lafayette College and continued his education at Harvard Business School. Phil came to San Francisco on a consulting assignment in '67, fell in love with the city, and never left.
Phil's career spanned 43 years...
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Walter George Pflumm
January 19, 1938 - April 10, 2019
Walter George Pflumm passed away on Wednesday, April 10th after an extended battle with Alzheimer's Disease. He will be missed for his irrepressible charm and kind heart, having touched many lives with his gentle spirit and positive outlook on life. Walter was the second son born to Mathilda and Richard Pflumm, who both immigrated to the United States from Switzerland and Germany, respectively....
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Daniel Cha
April 24, 1938 - April 10, 2019
Reverend Doctor Daniel Cha was born in Seoul, Korea, in 1938 to Bong Gyum Cha and So-Pyoung-Lim Ham.
He studied at Westminster Theological Seminary, Cohen Theological Seminary, Northern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Faith Theological Seminary, and earned doctorate degrees in religious education (D.R.E.), theology (Th.D.), and ministry (D.Min.). He obtained his Bachelor's degree from...
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Anna Fung Low
January 7, 1926 - April 5, 2019
Anna passed away peacefully on April 5th. She is survived by son Dennis Low; daughter Stephanie Wright (Bill); grandchildren: Tracie Barber & Nicole Aldrich; and great-grandchildren: Kailyn & Jaxon Barber. Preceded in death by husband Jimmie G. Low.
Private services were held. Inurnment at Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, CA.
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Pauline Marie Pezzolo
February 26, 1939 - April 2, 2019
Pauline Marie Pezzolo passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2019. She was born in San Francisco, graduated from Presentation High School and earned a Bachelors & Masters Degree from Golden Gate University. Pauline was a devoted member of Ikebana International and Sogetsu. She also enjoyed a 30 year career with the Internal Revenue Service as a CPA.
She will be lovingly remembered by her sister...
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Marie Rita Bellante
August 22, 1922 - March 30, 2019
Marie Bellante, beloved wife of Frank E. Bellante (deceased), loving mother of Gregory James Bellante, mother-in-law to Agnes Bellante, grandmother of Mariana Bellante, sister of Francine Blum (deceased), sister of Ron Moresco (deceased) and dear niece of Mary Ward.
Marie was born in North Beach, San Francisco and married her childhood sweetheart Frank Bellante. She moved to San Mateo in 1954...
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Tommy Gene Selph
May 25, 1935 - March 28, 2019
Tommy Selph, a longtime resident of Foster City, passed away at the Menlo Park VA Medical Center on March 28, 2019.
He was born on May 25, 1935 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Benjamin and Hattie Selph. Tommy was the last surviving child of nine children.
He came to the Bay Area at age 14 where he met the love of his life and wife of 64 years, Sally, at Mission High in San Francisco. They...
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Francisco Han-Ping Hsieh
October 14, 1933 - March 26, 2019
Francisco was born on October 14, 1933 in Hubei, China. He graduated from Soochow University in 1959 and went to work as a journalist. In 1965, he first came to San Francisco as a U.S. news correspondent for Central Daily News and fell in love with the City that he would call home for the rest of his life.
In San Francisco, Francisco continued his journalistic career, first as Secretary at the...
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Lizardo Gómez
September 3, 1970 - March 25, 2019
Lizardo was born on September 3, 1970 and passed away on March 25, 2019. Lizardo was a resident of Daly City, CA for most of his life. He was the proud father of Veronica and Gabriel. Lizardo was the father-in-law of Alejandro and "Abuelito-to-be" to Baby Calderon due in August 2019. He was the adored son of Jesus and Guadalupe Gomez. Lizardo was the beloved brother of Jose, Carina and Melissa....
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Fred Francis Giusto
September 26, 1933 - March 23, 2019
Fred Giusto passed on Saturday, March 23, 2019. He was a dedicated family and business man who always welcomed good conversation among family and friends.
Fred was born at his family home on Potrero Hill in San Francisco, CA. He was a self-taught engineer and a pioneer in the health food industry. Giusto's Specialty Foods was his life's work and it brought him terrific success and pride....
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Albert Gaston Artoux
August 4, 1939 - March 20, 2019
Albert Gaston Artoux passed away on March 20th, 2019 in the comfort of his home of 48 years in San Mateo, California. He had been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease 12 years prior which he bravely battled. His gentle spirit and easy-going nature touched many lives.
Albert, a resident of San Mateo since 1964, was born on Friday, August 4, 1939 in San Francisco, California, to Irma Frances and...
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Ruth Patricia Robinson
November 14, 1929 - March 18, 2019
At 89, Ruth passed away peacefully at her Woodside home after a long illness. Born and raised in San Francisco, Ruth sang for the USO during the war with her sister, June. She graduated from Mission High and then began her career with Dunlap Tire and Rubber. Throughout her working career, she was an Administrative Secretary for several union businesses. She was also a life member of Henrik Ibsen...
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David Stanley Skrobel
August 6, 1956 - March 17, 2019
Dave passed away on St. Patrick's Day after battling health problems for several years. Family, friends and coworkers were very important to Dave. He had a big heart and touched many lives. Dave loved to travel and he enjoyed seeing the world.
Dave was born in Oceanside, CA in the U.S. Naval Hospital at Camp Pendleton. He entered the U.S. Naval Reserve in 1975 and was honorably discharged in...
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Thomas Michael Gallagher
April 2, 1962 - March 17, 2019
Husband, brother, uncle, teacher, cousin and friend. Born in Chicago to Thomas and Eileen Vesey Gallagher. Raised as the middle child with sisters Helen, Maureen, Cece, and brother Jack.
Married to Joy Suzuki and beloved by her family. His esteem for mother-in-law Joan as a traveling companion led them on adventures to Chicago and Ireland. Joy's brothers Lester and Peter and their spouses...
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Richard Royce "Pops" Ratto
January 9, 1929 - March 15, 2019
A 63-year resident of San Mateo, passed away March 15, 2019 at age 90 from complications following a stroke.
Rich was born in San Francisco in 1929 to Victor and Olga Ratto and moved to Burlingame as a young child. He was a graduate of the Drew School in San Francisco and the College of San Mateo. A decorated veteran of the Korean War, he entered the plumbing trade after the war and was a...
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Richard C. Trigueiro
August 27, 1922 - March 10, 2019
Rich passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 10th at age 96. He was born in South San Francisco, raised on the Peninsula and attended San Mateo High School. He worked as a welder at the ship yards before enlisting in the Army from February, 1943 until October, 1945 as an Infantry Staff Sergeant serving in France and Germany under Patton. Rich received two Purple Hearts and a Bronze...
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John Marion Smith
October 6, 1943 - March 9, 2019
John Marion Smith was born on October 6, 1943 went home to his Creator on March 9, 2019. He lived in San Mateo, CA where he was a postal carrier for over 30 years. John loved being around family and friends. He was a jokester and always made everyone laugh wherever he went. Survived by his son JB Smith; siblings Myra, Jack and Leslie Smith; 2 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Preceded...
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Etsuko Moriwaki
November 4, 1936 - March 8, 2019
Etsuko Moriwaki passed away on March 8, 2019. She was born in China on November 4, 1936 to A. Abe and Etsuzo Hori. A resident of San Mateo County for 56 years, Etsuko was a certified doll maker, a licensed cosmetologist and loved bowling.
Survived by 3 children: Steven, William & Ellen; 7 grandchildren: Nicholas, Victoria, Cristina, Jonathan, Katelyn, Natalie & Ethan; and 2 sisters: Fumiko &...
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Marilynn Doris Clarke
April 3, 1926 - March 5, 2019
Marilynn Doris Clarke died peacefully on March 5, one month short of her 93rd birthday surrounded by family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, James C. "Bim" Clarke on April 21, 2016. This year, 2019, would have marked their 70th wedding anniversary.
Family was everything to Marilynn and she was a wonderful wife, mother, mother-in-law, sister, aunt, grandmother, great...
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Rosario Costantino
January 1, 1937 - February 26, 2019
Born in Palermo, Sicily, Rosario peacefully passed away in the evening of February 26th surrounded by his family. He was 82 years old. From Italy, he migrated to Toronto, Canada in his early 20's to work on a cruise ship as a chef. From Canada, he relocated to San Francisco where he worked at the Jack Tar Hotel Restaurant where he met our mom, Helen. In 1969, our Dad and his brother Tino...
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Chris S. Giannakaras
March 27, 1959 - February 23, 2019
Chris passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019. Dearly beloved brother of Eleni Metaxas (Petros) & Carol Giannakaras; beloved uncle of Angelo & Spiro Metaxas and Alexandra & George Makreas.
Funeral services and committal will be held at 11am on Friday, March 1, 2019 at the Chapel of the Greek Orthodox Memorial Park, 1148 El Camino Real, Colma, CA.
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Miguel Angel Ortiz
October 2, 1938 - February 21, 2019
Miguel Angel Ortiz was born in Mexico City on October 2nd, 1938. He was the youngest of seven children. Miguel grew up in Mexico, where he graduated as an accountant. At the age of 21 he followed his brother Ralph to the United States. Through hard work, and dedication he became a star engineer at Pacific Bell, where he met Carol Newton. Together, they got married on November 21st, 1964. Their...
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Danilo Mauricio Servillon
February 13, 1944 - February 15, 2019
Danilo "Danny" Mauricio Servillon was born on February 13, 1944 at Mary Johnston Hospital, Tondo, Manila, Philippines. Being a premature baby born at 7 months, anyone who would see him would tell his Mamang that her child would not live long for his head was compared to a tennis ball and his legs were the size of a thumb. However, he lived longer than expected and was able to attend school. But...
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Joseph A. Lo Schiavo, Sr.
September 13, 1950 - February 13, 2019
Joseph was born in San Francisco to Ann and Nino Lo Schiavo on September 13, 1950.
Joseph started his entrepreneurial career at an early age, first by mowing lawns, then working at the Corner Kitchen in San Carlos. Joe graduated from Serra High School in 1968. He then majored in Administration of Justice at San Jose State University. By the age of 19, Joe started his own towing company,...
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Judith Cochran-Stoba
February 13, 2019
Judith Cochran-Stoba passed away peacefully in her home on February 13, 2019. Judith was preceded in death by the love of her life, husband Samuel Stoba, and her beloved parents Jack and Marguerite Cochran. Her remains will rest with them at Los Gatos Memorial Park in San Jose, California.
Judith was born in South San Francisco on November 13, 1944 and lived with her parents in Salinas,...
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Helena Rittenmeyer
October 13, 1941 - February 8, 2019
Helena Rittenmeyer passed away on Friday morning after battling cancer. She was a wonderful mother, daughter, wife, grandmother and great-grandmother; her life was characterized by her great love for her family and friends. She loved people and loved her children and grandchildren. Her friends were important to her, and they always had fun!
Helena was born in South Boston, Massachusetts;...
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Sveto "Steve" Olujic
November 1, 1955 - February 7, 2019
Sveto Olujic was born on November 1, 1955 in Split, Croatia, and died on February 7, 2019 in San Mateo, California.
Sveto grew up in the small Croatian village of Lovrec in the Dalmatian Hinterland, and was raised by his parents, Josip and Mila Olujic. Alongside his three siblings he helped his father with the family business of fine woodworking and carpentry. At twenty-two years of age, Sveto...
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Tania M. Cinquini
September 10, 1979 - February 5, 2019
Tania lived all her life in San Mateo. She was first generation American, her mother was from Bolivia and her father was from Italy. She graduated from Hillsdale High School. She was a personal trainer for over 20 years and had a passion for fitness. She helped many people get into the best shape of their lives. She also had an intense love and a passion for Jiu-jitsu. She studied the sport...
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George David Guido, Jr.
March 24, 1925 - February 4, 2019
George Guido Jr, was born on March 24, 1925 at Mills Hospital in San Mateo California. He finished his residency at Mills Hospital 1956, and later became Chief surgeon. He was the son of George Guido Sr. and Grace Guido of San Mateo. He attended San Mateo High School and graduated 1943. He went on to the College of San Mateo then transferred to the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA and...
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Nicholas R. Morris
February 25, 1993 - February 1, 2019
Nick Morris was born on February 25, 1993 along with his twin sister and guardian angel, Emily. We got the news early on that he had Down Syndrome, but he, and his friends and family, made sure that the disability never got in the way of his living a happy life.
He spent a few extra days in the hospital after his birth but came home raring to give his brother Matt and sister Emily a run for...
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Patricia Moore Burlee
October 2, 1933 - January 30, 2019
Patricia (Pat) Moore Burlee, a resident of San Jose,California, was born in San Francisco on October 2, 1933. Pat married Charles Frederick (Fred) Burlee in Beirut, Lebanon, on December 10, 1955. Fred passed away in 1996. Pat's daughters, Pamela Burlee, and Lynn Burlee reside in San Jose. Pat's sister, Anne Johansson, resides in Washington state. Pat is also survived by her cousins, Jim Currlin...
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Speranza Possentini
June 25, 1927 - January 30, 2019
Loving mother of Rolando, and devoted wife to Leo Possentini who passed away several years ago. Loving friend to daughter in law Lan Hua, and her immediate family, Shanna and her husband Jack...
She was passionate about gardening, walking, watching old movies and to have happy people around herself.
Below is a poem which expresses her emotions and feelings, we hope you enjoy it and think...
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Irene Tuomi Williams
January 7, 1931 - January 28, 2019
Irene Tuomi Williams was born on January 7, 1931 along with her twin brother in Hibbing, Minnesota to Fannie and Nick Tuomi. Irene passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 28, 2019 in San Mateo, California at the age of 88. She graduated from Hibbing High School and completed two years of secretarial training. In 1953, she followed her aunt and uncle who had moved to Burlingame, and...
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Kathleen Patricia Freschet
May 11, 1927 - January 27, 2019
Reunited with her beloved husband of 61 years, Leno Freschet, Kathleen Freschet passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 27, at the age of 91 surrounded by the warmth of her family.
Known for her beauty, grace, humor, infectious laugh, devotion to family and deep religious faith, her inspirational spirit will endure in her 5 loving children, 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
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David P. Turner
September 26, 1950 - January 25, 2019
On the evening of Friday, January 25th, our wonderfully quirky friend David P. Turner took his last breath. He passed away quietly and peacefully at home in San Mateo, in the presence of John Martin – his close friend and business partner of 39 years – and his two sisters Marsha and Linda.
As many of you know, David had been suffering for several years from Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis ...
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Benjamin Lopez Lopez
March 25, 1949 - January 23, 2019
Benjamin López López, passed away January 23, 2019 in Palo Alto, California.
Born in Santa Bárbara, Rodeo Durango, México, to Lucia Lopez and Celerino Lopez and was one of fifteen children. Growing up on a ranch, he enjoyed the outdoors and spent a lot of time horseback riding, raising cattle, and hunting. As a young married man, he emigrated to the U.S. seeking a better quality of life...
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Keith Cameron Walters
July 12, 1960 - January 22, 2019
Keith Cameron Walters passed away on Tuesday, January 22, 2019. Keith was born in San José, California on July 12th 1960. He graduated from Archbishop Mitty High School in 1978 and he enjoyed keeping in touch with the Mitty Alumni, reminiscing over high school high jinx. Keith worked at UPS for over 30years where he was known as "Mr. Incredible." The friendships he forged tightened the...
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Gail Keating Mahoney
October 21, 1929 - January 21, 2019
Our beloved mother and grandmother passed away surrounded by her loving family on January 21, 2019. Gail was a proud 4th generation San Franciscan. Born to Martin Keating and Lolita Francis, she grew up in the Richmond district, attending Convent of the Sacred Heart, Lowell High School (Class of 1947), City College and San Francisco State. In 1952, she met Bob Mahoney and they were married in...
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Thomas A. Coolin
February 1, 1925 - January 19, 2019
Thomas Coolin passed away January 19, 2019 at the age of 93. He was born in Boston and the only child of Thomas Albert & Rita Jane Coolin. While living in Boston he met his loving wife, Ethel. They were married for 64 years.
He is survived by his six children: his only son Thom; five daughters: Cathy, Mary (Onofrio), Jeanne (Terry), Reta, and Lois (Steve); nine grandchildren; and seven great...
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Gilbert Andrew Edwin Topp
January 13, 1938 - January 17, 2019
Gil Topp was born in Chicago, Illinois to Gilbert Andrew and Mary Topp on January 13, 1938 as the clock struck midnight. He lived most of his life in California and was raised with his siblings, Diane and David.
An aerospace and professional engineer, Gil's analytical mind and problem-solving skills were well suited for his profession. He played a role in aeronautical history, helping to send...
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Jessie Glanton May
January 2, 1925 - January 16, 2019
Jessie Glanton May
January 2, 1925 – January 16, 2019
Resident of Foster City
Jessie Glanton May was born January 2, 1925 to Louise Hurley and Jesse Glanton in Newnan, Georgia. She was reared in University Homes, was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church and attended Booker T. Washington High School along with her Sunday and High School classmates, Christine King Farris and Mike King—who...
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Viola Marie Douglas
February 21, 1918 - January 15, 2019
"Life is never over until you breathe your last". Those were the words Viola Douglas lived and thrived by her entire life. Our loving mother passed away peacefully in her home, the home she has lived in for over 64 years, on January 15, 2019, just 36 days shy of her 101st birthday. She had the most compassionate and loving heart and her will to live was unmatched. She was always striving to...
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LaVerne Ann Green
April 2, 1925 - January 13, 2019
A Memorial Mass will be held at St Timothy's Catholic Church in San Mateo, CA for LaVerne Green who left us on January 13, 2019. A reception will be held immediately afterwards at Fitzgerald Hall across the street from the church. She will then be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery in St Paul, Minn in a shared plot with her parents.
LaVerne Ann Green of St Paul Minn passed away at her home in...
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Cynthia "Cyndy" Guerrero
July 15, 1964 - January 11, 2019
Cynthia (Cyndy) Guerrero passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, January 11th due to a courageous battle with severe rheumatoid arthritis. She was born on July 15, 1964 in San Mateo, CA to Louis & Esther Valdez. Cindy was a loving, caring, beautiful, and kind person, a sports fan of the Dallas Cowboys and loved Winnie the Pooh. She leaves behind a loving family: husband Jesus; children:...
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Flora Salazar
November 9, 1921 - January 9, 2019
Although our Mom was only 4 feet 11 inches tall…she was large in love…in influence…and in nurturing. She was caring, kind, funny, generous. We called her the "energizer bunny"…throughout her life, she took a licking but kept on ticking. This was a woman who had a hard life, from losing her mother at the age of 8…to losing her 23 days old first child…to losing her family. She was...
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J. Douglas "Ampa" Valle
March 11, 1938 - January 4, 2019
After a courageous battle with cancer, Douglas passed away peacefully on January 4th in San Carlos, CA. He was born in Nicaragua to Jose Maria Valle and Emma Martinez. He is survived by his loving family, wife Carmencita Valle, daughters Lucy ( Mark) Garcia, Dinah (Roger) Campos and Maria Jose (Donald) Dacanay, son Jose Douglas Valle, granddaughters Dinah-Maria (Thomas) Moyer, Ericka and...
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Joan Ann Luders
April 13, 1930 - January 2, 2019
Our loving mother, Joan Ann Luders, passed away in San Carlos on January 2, 2019, with her family at her side.
A native-born San Franciscan, Joan was the daughter of Olga and Jack Marinkovich. She attended Marina Junior High School where she played piano for the footlight follies and met her lifelong friends Jackie McInerney, Pat Neumeister, Joan Lowart, Mary Thompson, Anstell Ricossa, Jo...
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Lucille A. Grossi
June 14, 1927 - January 2, 2019
Born in San Francisco, Lucy's life was one filled with love. Along with her sisters, Nidia and Nancy, she was raised by her loving Italian immigrant parents, Anthony and Jenny Giacomelli. A graduate of Galileo High School, Lucy married the love of her life, returning sargent Tom Grossi. With her husband as the breadwinner, she dedicated her life to raising their two children, Tom and Pam.
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Victor Rene Vargas
June 25, 1976 - January 1, 2019
Victor Rene Vargas passed away unexpectedly on January 1, 2019. He passed away from pneumonia. Victor lived all his life in Sunnyvale, CA. He was a unique, outgoing kind man. Victor was an avid sports fan with a special passion for the San Francisco 49ers.
He leaves behind his devoted mother Ana R. Velog (Chochi); His 2 beautiful children: Gjosaih Vargas (13) and Jadayah Vargas (9); his...
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Joan Marie Bourdet
March 2, 1937 - January 1, 2019
Joan Marie Bourdet, age 81, passed away peacefully at home in San Mateo surrounded by loved ones on January 1, 2019. She was the daughter of Thomas and Marie Dougherty and is survived by Louis, her devoted husband of 45 years, her two sons David (Sharya) and Matthew, and three grandchildren Michael, James, and Katharine. She is also survived by her two sisters, Barbara and Sharon (Martin), and...
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