Our Obituaries
Gordon Lee Forney
July 9, 1948 - May 12, 2022
Gordon Lee Forney passed away last Thursday after a valiant 20+ year battle with Parkinson's. He lived his life to the fullest even with his physical limitations and never complained. He was an avid reader, loved playing his guitar and write songs and stories.
Lee was born in Portland, Oregon. His family shortly thereafter moved to the Bay Area. First living in San Francisco and then in...
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Pamela Bahamondes-Katz
July 2, 1955 - May 1, 2022
Pamela Bahamondes aged 66 years, resident of San Mateo, CA died on May 1, 2022 after an extended illness. She was born on July 2, 1955 in Santiago, Chile. Her parents Jorge & Diosy Bahamondes and three other siblings (Miguel Bahamondes, Rita Fuenzalida & Alex Bahamondes) were also born in Chile with the exception of Alex Bahamondes who was born in San Mateo, CA.
Survived by her father Jorge...
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Shannon Lia Schembari
June 2, 1981 - May 1, 2022
Shannon Lia Schembari, 40, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2022.
Shannon is predeceased by her maternal grandparents Rinaldo and Tosca Traverso and her paternal grandparents Leonard and Doris Schembari. Left to cherish her memory are her parents Glen and Celeste Schembari, two brothers G.R. and Brad, along with many uncles, aunts and cousins.
Shannon was born on June 2, 1981 in San Mateo....
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Joseph Maurice O'Connor
December 16, 1937 - April 30, 2022
Joseph O'Connor passed away peacefully at home on April 30, 2022 at the age of 84 surrounded by his family. Joe was born in Teaneck, New Jersey, and moved to San Mateo in 1968 with his wife, Betty, while working for Merck Pharmaceuticals as a Mechanical Engineer. Joe and Betty bought their forever home in the Highlands where they raised their three children and became beloved members of the...
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Mary Margaret "Maisie" Gogan
August 27, 1933 - April 30, 2022
Mary Gogan, know to her friends and family as Maisie, passed away on (date), after a long illness. Mary is survived by her two daughter's Margaret Fitzgerald (Tom) and Jacqueline Myers (Stan) and six adoring grandchildren, Brian Fitzgerald, Caite Fitzgerald, Matthew Fitzgerald, William Fitzgerald, Eric Myers and Kyle Myers. Her twin sister Agnes Scott of Roscommon, Ireland and many nieces and...
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Milton Duane Schafer
January 29, 1935 - April 28, 2022
Milton Schafer, 87, of San Mateo, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2022. He was born and raised in Biola (Fresno County) and was a resident of San Mateo since 1960. Milton served in the Navy for four years during the Korean War. He was later employed as a Lead Mechanic at United Airlines for 36 years and was responsible for setting up the 767 jet shop.
Milton enjoyed spending time with his...
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Robert Andrew Reich
June 6, 1934 - April 26, 2022
Robert Andrew Reich passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday April 26, 2022 at age 87 following his decline from pulmonary fibrosis. He was born June 6,1934 in San Diego, the oldest child of Adolph and Lillian Reich. He spent his early childhood in San Diego and Summerdale, Alabama before moving to San Francisco during World War II where he attended Holy Name Grammar School, and then graduated...
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Edda Lonzarich
December 30, 1926 - April 23, 2022
With sorrow and deep love, the family of Edda Lonzarich of San Mateo announces her peaceful passing at 95 years of age on Saturday, April 23, 2022.
A twinkle in her eye. A lively wit. A generous heart. And independent spirit. A selfless, one of a kind mother. A beloved seamstress in the community who could 'fix anything and even at the last minute'. These are some words that attempt to...
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Gary Wakai
February 23, 1954 - April 20, 2022
Gary Wakai passed away on April 20, 2022 after long struggles with diabetes and cardiovascular disease. During his 40 year affiliation with volleyball, he set the caliber for Bay Area volleyball leagues and refereeing. Gary will be remembered for his kindness, quick wit, brilliance, and optimism.
Gary's parents, born and raised in Central California, were the children of Japanese immigrants...
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Terrence D. Allen
April 5, 1937 - April 16, 2022
Terrence D. Allen was born in Braintree, Essex, UK, on April 5, 1937 to parents Charles R. and Gwendoline M.F. Allum (née Denny). The second son – behind Peter but before Rex and Bruce – "Terry" entered this world two short years before Europe entered the war.
The Allums were a growing family facing the privations and pressures throughout and immediately following World War II, and the...
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Samia Saad
June 17, 1943 - April 13, 2022
The Saad and Habache family of California are deeply grieved to announce the sudden passing of their beloved wife, mother and sister Samia, on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 after a quick battle with a septic shock that lead to a fatal acute renal failure.
Samia Habache Saad was born on June 17th 1943 in the Mediterranean City of Jaffa in Palestine; the first child of Ibrahim Habache(sh) and Salwa...
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Barbara Jean Lazara
October 20, 1944 - April 10, 2022
Barbara Lazara was born October 20, 1944 in Boise, Idaho and passed away unexpectedly April 10, 2022 at the age of 77. Loving daughter of the late Louise and Ralph Virgil. Devoted wife of the late Peter Lazara and proud mother of Kelli (Jose) Leyva and Jennifer (Alberto) Haro. Loved Nana to Sophia, Tyler and Mattea Leyva. Loving sister of Rosmarie (Jay) Kelly and the late Richard Virgil and...
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Alfred William Escobar
September 3, 1930 - April 9, 2022
Alfred (Al) was born in El Salvador on September 3, 1930 to Alfredo and Teresa Escobar. His mother Teresa passed away on February 3, 1941 in San Francisco, California. Teresa's Sister Filomena adopted Alfred. Alfred remained in El Salvador until February 1947 when he immigrated to the United States and settled in San Francisco with his Mother and Sister. Graduated from Commerce High School June...
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Teresa Ngan
December 24, 1930 - April 5, 2022
Teresa always showed determination and guts in the face of adversity, being injured by shrapnel as a child from a WWII bombing and surviving through the war years. She was born on December 24, 1930 in Hong Kong. Teresa was a devout Catholic since birth, having been blessed since by Father Andrew Granelli from Piacenza, Italy. She endlessly showered her son and daughter with unconditional love...
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Maria Elizabeth Morales Arriaza
February 15, 1959 - March 27, 2022
Maria Elizabeth Morales Arriaza, better known as "Betty" by her loved ones, was born February 15, 1959 in Manzanotes, Zacapa, Guatemala. She was raised in a Christian household and was the ninth child of twelve brothers and sisters of Silvestre Morales y Maria Antonia Arriaza de Morales. Always a warrior and hardworking woman, Betty was her father's right hand, and worked as a merchant and out in...
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Andrew Anthony Cresci
March 27, 1940 - March 27, 2022
Andy passed away peacefully on his 82nd birthday after a life well lived. He is survived by his devoted and beloved wife of six years, Maureen Freschet. He was the proud and inspirational father of Lisa Christensen, the caring and much-loved father-in-law of John Christensen and stepfather of Nicole Aquino (Miguel), Kristen Iwata (Nick), and the loving grandfather of Nicholas Christensen, Anthony...
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Ruza Nikolic
September 23, 1939 - March 25, 2022
Ruža Nikolić passed away on March 25, 2022 peacefully surrounded by her loving family.
She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother whose faith, love and generosity were abundant. She took care of everyone and was a pillar of strength for the whole family. She will be dearly missed.
Born Ruža Bušić in Dragnjić, Livno, Bosna & Hercegovina, she grew up in that...
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Michael Asano Teraoka
June 30, 1984 - March 23, 2022
Michael Asano Teraoka of Hillsborough, CA passed away on March 23, 2022 at age 37. He was born in Redwood City and resided in Hillsborough, CA where he attended Hillsborough South School, Crocker Middle School, Pinewood High School and graduated from Aragon High School in 2002. He attended Canada College and Marymount College in Palos Verdes (AA Degree) and graduated from Loyola Marymount...
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Robert Mario Salvarezza
August 25, 1928 - March 19, 2022
Robert Mario (Bob) Salvarezza 93, of Hillsborough, CA passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2022 after a brief illness. Bob was born to Mario and Rose (Spadoni) Salvarezza in Mount Zion Hospital in San Francisco on August 25, 1928. He was raised in San Francisco in North Beach along with his sister Muriel. After graduating from Galileo High School, Bob joined the Army and fought in the Korean...
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Robert Edward Lamb
August 23, 1943 - March 19, 2022
Family and friends of Bob Lamb, a long time resident of San Mateo, CA are heartbroken by the loss of a father, husband, brother and friend who provided us all with a stellar example of living a life characterized by honesty, generosity, hard work, kindness, love and humor. His welcoming and loving spirit made all those who met him feel like they were the most important person in the room. His...
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Christine Marie Barfield-Ferguson
October 9, 1955 - March 17, 2022
Christine Marie Barfield Ferguson was born on October 9, 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the daughter of Alberta and Christopher Barfield. As a teenager her family relocated to the Bay Area. She attended and graduated from Burlingame High School, in Burlingame, CA. She also attended the College of San Mateo.
Professionally, she was employed as an Account Specialist for multiple companies...
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Sarah Ann "Sally" Kelly
August 14, 1925 - March 14, 2022
Sally passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 14, 2022. Sally was born in County Louth, Ireland and emigrated to the United States with her husband and two sons (Desmond and Bill) in 1955. They settled in Alexandria, Virginia and lived there until they relocated to San Mateo, California in 1968. Sally was a resident of San Mateo until her passing on March 14, 2022.
Sally is the wife of...
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Robert Anthony Patrick Picetti
December 29, 1940 - March 8, 2022
Robert Anthony Patrick Picetti was born at home in San Francisco California where he grew up with his older brother John and younger sister Sharon. The middle child to John and Mary, Robert also had two half siblings, Ronald and Julia. As a youth Robert had an affection for Christmas that continued with gusto throughout his life. He attended Mission High School where he played baseball and...
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Seamus Michaeljon Owen
June 10, 1944 - March 7, 2022
The term "Renaissance Man" doesn't apply to many, but it clearly applied to the life of Seamus Michaeljon Owen who lived and loved life to the fullest. Olympic class Greco-Roman & state champion wrestler, mountain climber, shoeshine boy, newspaper peddler, surfer, lumberjack, football player, geologist, godfather, hippie, aircraft mechanic, golfer, published poet, vintage car aficionado, avid...
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Beverly Jean Damele
March 7, 1932 - March 7, 2022
Beverly Jean Damele was born March 7, 1932 in San Francisco, CA and entered into rest on March 7, 2022.
Beverly leaves her loving husband of 70 years Richard Damele, her sister Virginia Pellicciotti (Leo), Niece Lynn Woolfork, Nephews Robert Barratino, Jr. (Lupe) and Lee Pellicciotti. Preceded in death by her parents Virginio and Josephine and brother Robert Barratino. Aunt Beverly also...
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Stanley Arthur Humphrey
March 3, 1921 - March 1, 2022
Stanley Arthur Humphrey passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday after a long illness. He lived out his entire life at home in the presence of his family and dedicated caregivers, fully aware and present until his final day. He lived with a strong spirit throughout his life and will be missed by all his remaining family and friends.
Stanley was born in Victoria, B.C. and raised in San...
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Clotilde A. "Cloey" Lockwood
June 15, 1950 - February 28, 2022
Clotilde A. Lockwood (Cloey) left us while she slept on February 28, 2022. She was a resilient, positive, and cheerful person, with a gentle infectious laugh, who overcame many health challenges. She will be greatly missed by those who knew her.
Cloey was born in San Francisco on June 15, 1950, and graduated from Notre Dame High School in Belmont. Her college career at the University of...
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Julia Yu Ho
April 16, 1941 - February 25, 2022
Mrs. Julia Yu Ho passed away on February 25, 2022 in Foster City, California after a courageous battle with multiple myeloma. Julia, or Juli/Julita, as she was known to her family and friends was born to Enrique and Carmen Yu, and the first of six children to be born in Cuba, on April 16, 1941. She had fond memories of growing up in Agramonte, Cuba and recalled wonderful birthday celebrations...
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Quan Quach
June 25, 1934 - February 24, 2022
Our beloved mother, Quan Quach, 87, of Stockton, CA, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2022 surrounded by her family.
Quan was born on June 25, 1934 in China. She moved to Vietnam with her parents and five siblings at age 2. She is known as the 3rd sister in the family. Quan married Duc Lien and was the mother of ten children. As refugees, the family moved to the United States in 1980. She...
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Cubie Dolores Bell Crawford
January 8, 1946 - February 23, 2022
The Crawford family of San Mateo is deeply grieved to announce the death of their beloved wife and mother, Cubie, on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer, during which she maintained the razor sharp wit, bright and infectious smile, and generous spirit for which she was famous.
Cubie Dolores Bell was born on January 8th 1946 at Stanford University Hospital in San...
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Dora Maria Espinoza
November 19, 1935 - February 22, 2022
Dora passed away peacefully on Tuesday with her daughters by her side. Dora touched many lives with her caring and outgoing personality.
Dora was married to Patricio Espinoza until he passed in February 1996. Dora was born in Chimayo, New Mexico. She came to California with her husband and found work at Eimac until she retired from there. Dora found herself back in New Mexico where she worked...
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Lafayette Capel Myers
October 13, 1945 - February 19, 2022
Lafayette Capel Myers was born to Verona Capel and Herbert Myers on October 13, 1945 in Baltimore, Maryland. With his loving family by his side, he was called home to be with the Lord, February 19, 2022, at 76 years young.
Lafayette, lovingly called "Butch", spent his early years in the home of his foster mother. There was a special place in his heart for Mrs. Estelle and Fred Capel (his...
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Jack August Cavallero
February 26, 1935 - February 18, 2022
Jack August Cavallero passed away February 18, 2022, just days short of his 87th birthday, he was born February 26, 1935, to Andrew and Alma Cavallero. He grew up in San Francisco and then moved to San Mateo. He graduated from Lick Wilmerding High School in San Francisco.
Jack worked for the City of San Mateo for 34 years as the Public Works Maintenance Superintendent.
He enjoyed drinking...
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Nick Tsingaris
January 26, 1936 - February 12, 2022
On January 26, 1936, in Kyparissi, a small coastal village on the eastside of the Peloponnese Peninsula in Greece, Manoli and Marina Tsingaris welcomed their first born child, Nick Tsingaris. As eldest, Nick had many responsibilities at a young age. He tended the family's goats and worked to help provide for their needs. He attended school in the village and later went to school in Corinth where...
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Lurline L. Francesconi
March 14, 1943 - February 11, 2022
Lurline was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She left the world on February 11th.
She is survived by her husband Roger of 55 years. Her two children Paul (Cassandra) and Lauren. Devoted grandmother to Cesna, Stella, and Luca. She is also survived by her sister Linda Fox (Wendell) and loving aunt to Katie and Christopher (Nina) Fox.
Lurline was born in San Francisco...
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Peter George Bibbes
June 10, 1931 - February 9, 2022
Peter George Bibbes, 90, of San Mateo passed away peacefully at his home on February 9, 2022.
Born in Princeton, New Jersey on June 10, 1931, to first generation Greek immigrants George and Zoe (Moshogianedis) Bibbes, Pete was a true representative of the "American Dream." After graduating from Princeton University in 1953 with a degree in Civil Engineering, he went on to earn two master's...
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John Patrick Griffin
August 2, 1964 - February 7, 2022
Beloved husband, dad, son, brother, uncle and friend, John Griffin, passed away peacefully at Kaiser Permanente Modesto Medical Center on February 7th, 2022, at the age of 57. He was born to Gary and Carol Griffin on August 2, 1964, in San Francisco, California. John was a 1982 graduate of Carlmont High School. On October 3, 1987 he married Lani Avalos, the love of his life. He was a devoted...
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Thomas Michael "Mas" Hayes
November 23, 1962 - February 5, 2022
Thomas Michael Hayes, born November 23, 1962 passed away unexpectedly February 5, 2022 of a heart attack. Known to his friends and family simply as "Mas", he is survived by siblings Bob Hayes, Gerald Hayes, David Hayes, Michele Hayes, and Cheryl Hayes, as well as 13 nieces and nephews and 7 grand nieces and nephews. His love of life, his laugh, and his mastery of the "que" will never be...
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Juan Ramirez Ballesteros
April 8, 1939 - February 4, 2022
Juan was an incredibly loving husband, brother, father and grandfather. He had a wonderful smile and beautiful energy. Juan was always characterized by having an amazing faith in God, La Virgencita de Guadalupe and La Virgencita de San Juan de Los Lagos. He faced challenges with a positive mind set and his faith kept him strong. He lived life with joy and cherished time with family. Spending...
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Francis Joseph O'Neill
October 4, 1936 - February 4, 2022
With sadness we announce the passing of Francis J. O'Neill in San Mateo on February 4, 2022 after a long illness. He was born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts to Cornelius F. O'Neill and Susan Canney O'Neill. He attended Cathedral High School in Boston then went on to Boston College, graduating with a Bachelor's Degree in Economics with the Class of 1958 the members of which became lifelong...
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Chris Peter Tzifas
February 18, 1932 - February 3, 2022
Chris Tzifas, 89, passed away on February 3, 2022 after a short stay at Mills-Peninsula Hospital in Burlingame. Chris was born in Agio, Greece and married his wife Katina in 1963. They moved from Kouloura, Greece to the United States in 1968 settling in San Mateo, California where he worked as Facilities Maintenance Supervisor for American Airlines at San Francisco International until he retired...
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Aileen Anne Morello
January 2, 1930 - February 2, 2022
Aileen Anne Morello, 92, passed away at the Morello family home in San Mateo on February 2, 2022. Aileen and husband George, who preceded her in death, were married for 46 years and raised eight children. She is survived by her children George Jr, Elizabeth (Scott), Aileen, Kathleen (Geno), Joseph (Kathleen), Karen (Roger), Michele (Doug), and Vincent. She was grandmother of 17, and great...
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Jose Alberto "Beto" Naves-Lopez
March 13, 1939 - January 31, 2022
Jose "Beto" Naves, age 82, died in his home on January 31, 2022. He was born on March 13, 1939 in El Salvador. He migrated to the United States and worked as a welder. He married the love of his life Aura Naves (deceased 2006). He is survived by his only daughter Jaclyn Naves.
Visitation will be held from 5pm-9pm on Tuesday, 2/8/2022 followed by a Funeral Service at 10am on Wednesday, 2/9...
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Caritina Magdalena Gonzalez
September 5, 1934 - January 29, 2022
Caritina (Tina) M. Gonzalez, a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and a long time resident of San Mateo, CA, passed away at home on January 29, 2022 at the age of 87, after battling with cancer and cerebellum degeneration. Mom is missed.
Mom is survived by her 3 devoted children: Margaret Mercado of San Mateo, Genaro Torres of San Mateo and Maria Jong of Nevada; 5...
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Eloise Fong
April 19, 1924 - January 28, 2022
Eloise Fong passed peacefully on January 28th surrounded by family. She lived 97 vibrant years full of adventure, hard work, family and life-long friends. Ellie - or Auntie Ellie, Yinny, or May Dai to her family and friends - was born in San Francisco in 1924 to George Gain Lee and Tel Yet Hom as the oldest of 9 children. Her schooling in China was interrupted when the Japanese bombed...
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Albert Sylvain Joseph
October 14, 1931 - January 22, 2022
Albert was born in France as one of nine children to Alfred and Maria Joseph. He traveled to the US with his brother Edmond by boat in 1949. He spent the first few years of his life in the US living in San Francisco with his uncle, Marius and his aunt Elize. Albert spent a year working as a drycleaner before moving on to landscaping. He spent a majority of his life living in San Carlos and also...
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Florence Marie Jas
November 20, 1923 - January 21, 2022
With great sadness we announce the loss of our mother, grandmother, great grandmother Florence Marie Jas. Florence was born on November 20, 1923 in Beach, North Dakota and passed away unexpectedly on January 21, 2022 in San Mateo, California. She is survived by her four children Charlie Jas, Gary Jas, Alan Jas, and Donna Jas as well as her grandchild Gregory Jas, and great grandchildren Keira...
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José Roberto Rodriguez
March 29, 1947 - January 21, 2022
On Friday, January 21, José Rodriguez unexpectedly passed away at the age of 74.
Born on March 29, 1947, in Santa Tecla, El Salvador to Carlos Rodriguez and Concepcion Gonzalez (both deceased), José grew up with his brother, Guillermo Carlos Rodriguez. He graduated from the University of El Salvador in 1972 with a Master of Engineering degree and began his engineering career working at an...
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James Michael Tomasello
February 12, 1967 - January 20, 2022
James Michael Tomasello was born on February 12, 1967 and passed away on January 20, 2022 due to complications from a scheduled surgery. Known as Jim to his friends and family, he was an accomplished tradesman who had a passion for woodworking. He was always willing to lend a hand and pass along his knowledge.
Jim was a native Bay Area resident. Growing up in San Bruno, he graduated from...
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Adolfo "Nando" Rosaia
August 14, 1933 - January 15, 2022
Nando Rosaia went with God on January 15th, 2022 with his "bella famiglia" by his side. Original Palleronese and long time resident of San Mateo.
Nando was born in Pallerone, Italia on August 14th, 1933 to a businessman father, Nello, and a homemaker mama, Ida (Zanardi). The youngest of seven siblings, Nandino was the work horse of the family. He spent his days farming, helping his dad and...
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John Gonella
December 8, 1926 - January 14, 2022
John Gonella passed away peacefully on Friday. He enjoyed a long and happy life and leaves behind many good memories.
John was born in San Francisco, CA, and graduated from Mission High School. After serving in the US Navy, he enjoyed a 40- year career as a pressman with the San Francisco Examiner and Chronicle. He retired in 1989. He lived in San Francisco for many years before moving to San...
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Katharine M. Boaden
May 8, 1923 - January 14, 2022
Born in Long Beach, California to Harriett S. and Gilbert W. Merritt. Graduate of Long Beach Poly and the University of California at Santa Barbara. Resident of San Mateo since 1953, joining and remaining a member of AAUW and its babysitting co-op spin-off monthly Bridge Club, and the Congregational Church of San Mateo. A member of P.E.O. for 75 years, joining Long Beach Chapter AW, then...
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Amilli Lew
August 16, 1951 - January 8, 2022
Amilli was born on August 16, 1951 and passed away on January 6, 2022. She was a resident of Foster City.
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Josephine Blanco Akiyama
March 19, 1926 - January 8, 2022
Josephine Blanco Akiyama passed away peacefully on Saturday January 8, 2022 at her home with family and friends by her side. She was loved by her family and will live in the hearts of her countless relatives and friends. She loved life and brought joy to all she met.
She was born on the island of Saipan located in the Mariana Islands in the Pacific. She was the youngest daughter of Juan T....
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Andrew William Larsen
November 27, 1927 - January 7, 2022
Our beloved Andrew William Larsen joined his mother, sister and brothers in heaven on Friday, January 7th, 2022 surrounded by loved ones at home. Andrew is survived by his children, nieces, nephews and his life partner, Milagros.
Andrew Larsen was born at home on Tilia Road in San Mateo. They had a lovely little family farm in what was then the outskirts of the City, consisting mostly of dairy...
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Roy John Molinari
June 30, 1934 - January 4, 2022
Roy John Molinari of San Mateo, California, passed away on January 4, 2022.
Roy was born on June 30, 1934 in San Francisco, and his Catholic faith was important to him from the very start. He grew up with his older sister, Elvira, and 52 first cousins.
Roy completed his grade school at St. Philips Elementary School and graduated from Archbishop Riordan High School in 1952, as a member of...
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Rose Salvato Gonzalez
March 15, 1925 - January 3, 2022
Daughter of Phillip "Pee Wee" Rubino and Adeline "Dolly" Ghigliazza Rubino Gheno. Preceded in death by husbands Peter J. Salvato and Hector A. Gonzalez; brother Samuel J. Rubino (Irene); and daughter Patricia Wilson McLean (Richard). Survived by daughters Phyllis Tognotti (Michael) and Adeline "Peggy" Panos (Steven); and son Peter Salvato, Jr. (Kelly); grandchildren Vicky Radigue, Kelly Wilson,...
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Mary Gargiulo
January 8, 1932 - January 2, 2022
Mary Therese Conroy Gargiulo died Jan. 2, 2022 in Alamo, California, six days before her 90th birthday. Born in Detroit, Mary spent most of her life as a resident of San Mateo before relocating to the East Bay several years ago to be closer to family. Mary loved to work and took her work seriously, whether as a grade-school teacher, a medical assistant in an allergist's office, or a post...
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Ida B. Caviglia
December 28, 1931 - December 28, 2021
IDA CAVIGLIA, age 90, a long-time resident of San Mateo, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2021 on her 90th birthday. She was dearly beloved aunt to Joanne Aiello (Vic Aiello, Vikki – Daniel – Jacob Wright, Jennine – Phillip, Nico and Lilly Pearson) and Godmother to Sandy Cardinale (Nicole Menefee). She is survived also by many cousins in the San Francisco Bay Area. She was preceded...
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Mary Ragenovich
July 14, 1928 - December 28, 2021
Mary passed away peacefully at her home in San Mateo on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at the age of 93. Born on July 14, 1928, Mary grew up in Biola, CA where she attended school and worked on the family ranch with her parents and four sisters. They had many a story about turning grape trays. With her passing, the end of the era of the "Five Sklender Sisters" comes to its rightful and honorable...
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Sharon M. Rozewski
December 29, 1948 - December 24, 2021
Sharon M. Rozewski was a Northern California native. She was born on December 29, 1948 in Oakland, CA., and passed away on December 24, 2021 in Hayward, CA. Sharon leaves behind her beloved husband of 38 years Anthony, (Tony), and her mother Alice Soto-Steele as well as a brother-in-law, sister-in-law and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Sharon enjoyed her high school years at Oceana High...
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Anthony James Sperow
June 4, 1932 - December 24, 2021
"Tony the Barber"
Tony passed away at the age of 89, surrounded by his loving family in his last days. He was a barber in SF for 65 years, cutting hair with his Dad and three brothers in the early years. He was a proud US Navy veteran, accomplished musician, devoted member of Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, Past Master of Colombia-Brotherhood Masonic Lodge and lifetime member of the Mariposa...
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Gilda Antunes Leader
December 30, 1944 - December 19, 2021
Gilda (Jill) Leader, 76, of San Mateo, passed away on December 19, 2021, after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
Gilda was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on December 30, 1944 to Manuel Amaro and Ilnah de Oliveira Campos. Her mother died at a very young age and she moved to El Cerrito, California in 1954 when she was 10, along with her brother Ronald, to be cared for by family already living...
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Eunice Victoria Riedstra
May 7, 1938 - December 10, 2021
Eunice Victoria Riedstra, age 83, of Sunnyvale CA passed away Friday, Dec 10, 2021. Eunice is survived by her sons, Guy, Eric, and Matthew; daughters-in-law Monika and Robyn; grand daughters Jessica, Caroline, Sara and Melissa
Eunice, born to Guy and Madelyn Focaracci on May 7th 1938, grew up in San Francisco CA surrounded by a large extended family and lifelong friends. Eunice graduated from...
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TsuiSan Ng
July 12, 1925 - December 10, 2021
It's with a heavy heart that the family announces the passing of their beloved wife, mom, PoPo, Tai Po, Yi Po, Biao Yi, and friend, Tsui San翠珊 Ng. She passed away peacefully at home in her sleep while under the attentive care of her loving children. Tsui San is preceded in death by Yuk Fong, husband of 53 years. Born in Hong Kong, Tsui San was the fourth of the five children of Yuk Kit Hui...
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Robert Earl Tyson Clark
November 27, 1978 - December 8, 2021
The family of Robert Earl Tyson Clark of Foster City, California is saddened to announce his passing on December 8, 2021 at the age of 43.
Tyson will be remembered lovingly by his wife of eight years, Abby, and his children, Kolten (7), Cadence (4), and Jaxten (1); mother, Joyce Mae Clark; father, Robert Earl Perkins; sister, Rhoshawnnah Gracie Clark and brother-in-law, Jereon Hall; as well as...
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Diana S. Phair
December 21, 1946 - December 7, 2021
Resident of San Carlos, Diana S. Phair was called home by Our Heavenly Father early Tuesday evening. Diana passed peacefully in her sleep at her home while under the attentive care of her loving husband. Diana is survived by her husband of thirty-two years Leonard, her adoring nieces Laurie and Dorie, and their husbands Dale and Bill. Also, three great nieces Shaelyn, Diana, and Lauren, and...
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Patricia Mary Stephany
July 11, 1924 - December 3, 2021
Patricia Mary Stephany, 97, died peacefully at her San Mateo home with her family by her side. Born in San Francisco on July 11, 1924 to Joseph and Floy Barrett, She passed on December 3, 2021.
As a child, Pat, her younger brother and her parents left San Francisco to return to farming in Murdock, Minnesota during the Great Depressions. Pat grew up on the farm as Floy gave birth to three...
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Argero "Argie" Chrisafis
January 16, 1920 - December 2, 2021
It's with a heavy heart that the family announces the passing of their beloved wife, mom, Thea, YiaYia, great YiaYia, cousin and friend, Argero 'Argie' Chrisafis. The family's sadness is matched with immense gratitude for the incredible blessing of having 101 years with Argie. Argie is preceded in death by: the love of her life and husband of 61 years, Andrew (or as she liked to call him "my Andy...
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Jacqueline Ellanna Henry
December 26, 1941 - December 1, 2021
With loving hearts, we lay to rest our good friend and confidant Jacqueline E. Henry, known to most as Jackie, who peacefully passed away after a long illness. You have only to think of her sparkling violet blue eyes or share in her lovely smile and wry humor to know how deeply she will be missed. Her bravery and strength will surely be remembered.
Jackie is survived by her cousin Dave...
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Irene Picasso Bluth
November 27, 2021
Irene Picasso Bluth died peacefully after a short battle with cancer at the age of 94. Irene was born and lived her entire life in San Mateo, CA. She was the daughter of Clemente and Maria Picasso and sister of Leo and Harry Picasso.
Married for 57 years, Irene was without question a perfect compliment to John, the love of her life. Together they enjoyed many special times traveling the world...
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Theresa Anne Reese
January 1, 1948 - November 24, 2021
Theresa 'Terri' (Miller) Reese, 73, died peacefully on November 24, 2021 surrounded by her family from complications to abdominal surgery. Her devotion to her Catholic faith supported her and gave her peace in her final days.
She was born to Charles and Geraldine Miller on January 1, 1948. Theresa attended Immaculate Heart of Mary grade school, and graduated from Notre Dame High School...
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Victor Manuel Lazcano
August 24, 1940 - November 23, 2021
Our much loved Victor died unexpectedly on November 23, 2021. Victor was born in San Francisco to Concepcion and Manuel Lazcano. Vic was a student in San Francisco Public Schools including Portala Jr. H.S. and Balboa High School where he was a player on the 1957 Championship Football Team.
Vic continued his education at City College and then joined the USMC Reserve. He soon returned to his...
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Kenneth Ray Oden
March 28, 1947 - November 21, 2021
Beloved son, husband, father and grandfather passed away on Nov. 21, 2021 in Redwood City, CA. He was Born on March 28th, 1947 in Palo Alto, CA to Raymond and Yvonne Oden.
He is survived by his brother, Keith, and sisters, Karen (Karry), Linda and Vicki. He is also survived by his wife, Isabel, and their daughter, Lucha, his grandson, Cody, and his stepchildren, Ted and Frances. He is also...
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Lillian Violet Lowenstein
July 29, 1925 - November 18, 2021
Like a heroine out of Dylan Thomas's poetry, my mother-in-law, 96-year-old Lillian Lowenstein "raged against the dying of the light" until she passed away in the early morning of Thursday, November 18. Having survived a broken collar bone (twice), hip replacement surgery, cataract surgery, one year of isolation during the pandemic lockdown, various infections, sepsis, a broken femur, and trauma...
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