Our Obituaries
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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Gregorio T. Ongcapin
May 9, 1932 - November 13, 2021
Greg, the second to the youngest of seven children of Angel and Rosario Ongcapin, was born on May 9, 1932 in the town of Hulo, Mandaluyong, Philippines, a small town overlooking the Pasig River. Greg was lovingly called Tuya by his parents and large extended family. He attended undergraduate school at University of the East and graduated from medical school at Silliman University in 1964.
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Solomon David Ross
September 21, 1967 - November 12, 2021
Solomon David Ross was born on September 21, 1967, in San Francisco, California to Betty Jean and James B. Ross Sr. James Sr. preceded him in death.
He was the youngest of eight brothers and sisters. His brother, Larry Ray Jones, also preceded him in death. David attended Lawrence Elementary School, Carey Middle School, Aragon High School, and he graduated from Peninsula High School in San...
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John Steve Charonis
October 6, 1938 - November 10, 2021
John Steve Charonis passed away peacefully with his family at his side. He lived a full and beautiful life with many adventures and a large family that he loved, including a wife he treasured for 56 years of marriage and 8 beautiful grandchildren.
He is survived by his eternal loving wife Stella Charonis, sons Steve (Jackie), Greg (Andree), and Angelo (Athanasia) and 8 grandchildren Jonathan...
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Valerie Irene Devincenzi
March 25, 1941 - November 5, 2021
Valerie Irene Devincezi passed away after a long illness on hospice care November 5th, 2021. Valerie was born in San Mateo, CA. She was a bedside nurse with Mills-Peninsula Hospital for 42 years touching countless lives with her compassionate care and larger than life spirit.
Valerie was preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years Ronald Arthur Devincenzi. Valerie is survived by sister...
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David Hao-Ming Ma
August 1, 1974 - October 27, 2021
David Ma passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, after a valiant battle with cancer. David was born in Zhongshan, China. At age 15, he called San Mateo home after his family moved to the United States in 1989. He graduated from Aragon High School in San Mateo, CA.
After graduating, David enjoyed a career in logistics and excelled at his job. When he was not working, family was the...
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Denise Odette Briand
September 24, 1930 - October 22, 2021
Born Denise Légasse in Saint-Pierre et Miquelon, France
Married Ernest Albert Briand in 1955
Welcomed children Catherine, Xavier and Florent
Moved to San Mateo with her family in 1966
Welcomed daughter Isabelle
Welcomed Lynn to the family on her marriage to Florent in 1998 and Maggie on her marriage to Xavier in 1999
Welcomed grandson Andrew, born to Florent...
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Arnold Duane Duncan
December 29, 1926 - October 20, 2021
Arnold Duane Duncan, beloved husband of Trudy, father of daughter Jodie and sons Scott and Mark, grandfather of granddaughter Jessica, and grandsons Taylor and David, walked gently into the arms of God on October 20, 2021.
Arnold was the second child of Phillip and Sarah Duncan, born in Omaha Nebraska. He graduated Class of 1944 from Omaha Technical High School, as class president. Arnold...
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Lloyd Nelson Rinde
January 26, 1930 - October 14, 2021
Like his idol, John Wayne, Lloyd Rinde was a man of strength, dignity, and character. While he wasn't celebrated on the big screen, he lived a life worth celebrating.
Born in San Diego in 1930, Lloyd lost his father at a young age. His mother, Dora ran a boarding house to support Lloyd and his siblings. Lloyd relished the freedom those days afforded; he would spend endless hours riding bareback...
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Alan Wayne Yamaguma
October 18, 1951 - October 13, 2021
Alan Wayne Yamaguma, son of Frank and Mary Yamaguma, was born on October 18, 1951 in San Mateo, California. A resident of Redwood Shores, Alan passed away on October 13, 2021, in Redwood City, CA surrounded by his family.
He attended public schools in San Mateo and studied at San Francisco State University. He worked in management for numerous companies in the air freight industry for his...
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Fred Tetsuo Shimo
July 4, 1924 - October 13, 2021
• Fred Tetsuo Shimo passed away on a sunny day in San Mateo, California on Wednesday, October 13, 2021
• He was born on the 4th of July 1924 in Penryn, California to Kuzo and Haru Shimo from Hiroshima, Japan.
• It was hard for the family to survive during depression so when he was 7 years old, his entire family moved to Japan. This made him a Kibei which is a Japanese American who is...
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Lulu Chocas Salmas
December 9, 1924 - October 10, 2021
Born in Stamford, Connecticut, Lulu was the daughter of Nicholas and Jenny Agnostopoulos Chocas. To all who knew her, Lulu was a beautiful and inspirational lady, setting an example of living noble standards. All who knew her were uplifted.
She taught her family that those things which are important in life are to believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, to be thankful to Him in all things and to...
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Charlotte Mary "Dee" Campbell
December 10, 1935 - October 9, 2021
Dee Campbell, 85, passed away on October 9th, 2021, after an ongoing battle with cancer. She is survived by her two nephews, Andy and Bill—one of the last of her generation in our Bay Area family.
Throughout her life she was a very generous and helpful person, always seeking to bring happiness to those around her. Friends and family described her as a refined and genteel lady—a throwback...
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Edward Thomas "Bud" Murphy, Jr.
September 15, 1930 - October 6, 2021
Edward Thomas "Bud" Murphy Jr, age 91, passed away on October 6th, 2021 in the Stanford University Hospital. He was born on September 15th, 1930 to Edward and Mildred (Shear) Murphy in Compton, California. As a youth, Bud's family moved frequently in the Los Angeles area because of his mother's worsening tuberculosis. Shortly after her death in 1943, at age 13, he was sent to live with his...
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Steven Ming Chew, Sr.
July 25, 1947 - October 6, 2021
Steven Chew Sr. passed away on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at the age of 74 in San Francisco, CA. His battle with a very aggressive form of cancer demonstrated his courage and fearlessness as he maintained his positive spirit and stayed strong and mentally sharp until the very end.
Steven was born in San Mateo, CA in 1947 to Philip and Pei-Wah Chew. He was a track star in high school and...
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Neil W. Grush
June 20, 1949 - October 4, 2021
Neil was a native resident of San Mateo, spending most of his life in North Shoreview. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Deborah Grush, and his 3 children, Joseph Grush (San Mateo, CA), Sara Muir (Denison, TX), and Matthew Grush (Valdosta, GA). Neil was a beloved grandfather to 7, Joshua Grush, Aaron Grush, Michael Grush, Sean Muir, Christopher Muir, Caitlin Grush and Emily Grush.
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Stanley James King
April 11, 1929 - October 1, 2021
The family of Stanley James (Jim) King, age 92, of San Carlos, is very saddened to announce his peaceful passing on October 1, 2021. His beloved wife, June King, and devoted daughter Claire Oberhausen were at his side at the home he shared with June.
Jim was born in San Francisco in 1929 to his parents, Clarence Hyde King and Margaret Alene King. He graduated from George Washington High...
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Mary Nobuyo Yoshifuji
March 6, 1923 - September 28, 2021
Mary Nobuyo Yoshifuji passed away peacefully on September 28, 2021 at the age of 98. She was born in Seattle, Washington to Rokuyemon and Kinuyo Hamano. When WWII broke out, the Japanese community along the West Coast was ordered by the Federal Government to relocate to internment camps. Mary's family in Washington was relocated to Minidoka, Idaho for the duration of the war. Camp policy...
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Helen Winnifred Hale
March 3, 1922 - September 23, 2021
Helen Winnifred Hale, loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother (Nana), and great-grandmother passed away peacefully at home in San Mateo, California, at the age of 99.
Born on March 3, 1922 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to Clifford and Winnifred Durham (nee Conley).
Helen and Douglas were married November 29, 1941 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Helen moved to the United States with her...
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Richard Anthony Menendez
February 28, 1965 - September 21, 2021
Richard Menendez passed away on September 21, 2021 at the age of 56. He is survived by his loving parents, Ricardo and Marina, his loving sisters, Ana and Ada and their families. He loved life, family and friends. He was an avid SF Giants fan and enjoyed music and vacationing in Las Vegas. Richard lived up to his name; strong in rule, hardy and brave. Additionally, he was fun-loving, gregarious,...
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Alexander Jerold Jacklin
January 22, 1932 - September 21, 2021
Alexander Jerold Jacklin left to be with the Lord on September 21, 2021. He lived a life of service, serving countless families as a physician and his community as committed follower of Jesus Christ. He lived a full life and leaves behind a family who loves him dearly and will miss him daily. Alex was affectionately known to those who knew him as, "Grandpa".
Alex was born in Seattle,...
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John G. Pearson
February 1, 1935 - September 20, 2021
John "Jack" Pearson, 86, of San Mateo, passed away peacefully on Monday, Sep. 20, at Kaiser Hospital in Redwood City with his loving family at his bedside. Jack was born on February 1, 1935 to Karl and Johanna Pearson on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois.
Jack was predeceased by his parents, sister MaryAnn (Schloegel), and brother Patrick. He is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years,...
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Louis Jean Bourdet
December 26, 1928 - September 19, 2021
Louis Jean Bourdet, age 92, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2021. He was the son of Jean-Pierre and Marie Louise Bourdet and was predeceased by his wife of 45 years, Joan. He is survived by his two sons David (Sharya) and Matthew, and three grandchildren Michael, James, and Katharine. He is also survived by numerous cousins residing in California and France.
Louis was born on December...
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Junko Yamamoto
January 24, 1934 - September 18, 2021
Junko Yamamoto, loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away in San Mateo, California, on September 18, 2021 at the age of 87. She is survived by her siblings Noriko, Akira and Kayoko; her three children Emiko, Taeko and Takashi; sons-in-law Ron and Christopher; daughter-in-law Karen; her five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She is preceded in death...
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Paul John Galliano
January 9, 1933 - September 10, 2021
Paul Galliano took his last mulligan, and "played" his last round of golf on Friday, September 10th, 2021. Born in Pleasanton to Margherita Constantine Bella and Etienne Stefano Galliano on January 9, 1933. Paul stayed put and built his life in the Bay Area.
He served in the Korean War as a member of the Army. When he returned from Korea, he spent some of his formative years in Daly City,...
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Sergio Rigoberto Gonzalez
July 27, 1963 - September 9, 2021
Sergio González paso a mejor vida el 9 de Septiembre de 2021 a los 58 años, dejando un gran dolor y vació en nuestras vidas. Nació el 27 de Julio del 1963 en San Marcos, Guatemala. Se movió a San Mateo, California cuando era muy joven, donde vivió muchos años. Pasó 30 años trabajando como mecánico dedicando su tiempo y energía haciendo lo que él amaba. Le sobreviven su esposa,...
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Rita Agnes Poultney
March 5, 1924 - September 6, 2021
Rita Agnes Poultney was born in March 1924 in Bay City Michigan to Joseph Sauve and Agnes Sauve (nee Robinson), both of whom were also born in Bay City. Joseph was the scion of a French Canadian family who had come over the northern border in the early days, and Agnes Robinson, the lovely belle of an Irish clan who had likewise decided to try a new life in a new country. It worked out pretty well...
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Austin Hamlin Cenedella
September 17, 1990 - September 5, 2021
Austin Cenedella born and raised in San Carlos, CA. Son to Shawnna and Arn, brother to Alex. grandson to George Sullivan, Audre Cenedella, Hal & Virginia Cenedella. White Oaks Elementary, Central Middle and Serra High School. Gifted student and athlete - excelled in San Carlos Little League and AYSO. Was a key team member and leader of SCLL baseball teams that won numerous championships including...
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Taeko J Kohara
September 23, 1939 - September 4, 2021
Taeko Kohara, loving wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at home in Foster City, California, at the age of 81. Born in Yamaguchi, Japan, she moved to the United States in 1956, where she became a citizen. Alongside her father, Makoto Yabusaki, Taeko ran San Raku Restaurant in San Mateo from 1963-1988; a welcoming hub in the Bay Area for the Japanese and surrounding...
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Janice Edna Freitas
July 28, 1952 - August 31, 2021
Janice Edna Freitas Resident of San Mateo, Passed away on August 31st 2021. Loving Wife for 40 years. to late Donald Freitas; She will be missed by her four children, Angela (Moe), Jimmy, Darrell (Lani) and Jeanine; late sister of Connie Riley; grandmother of Tupou Etu Eckstein (Scott) and Benjamin Freitas. Great grandmother of Luciano Eckstein. Daughter of the late, Hetty and William Bennetts ....
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Kiyomi Harada
July 3, 1936 - August 22, 2021
Kiyomi Harada passed away peacefully on August 22, 2021, at home surrounded by family. Born in Hiroshima, Japan, she moved to San Francisco in the late 1960s. She enjoyed and taught traditional Japanese arts, such as shamisen, nihon buyo and minyo in the Bay Area. She participated in the San Francisco Cherry Blossom parade from inception to the mid-1980s. She also volunteered and participated...
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Kristine Cathleen Killilea
November 30, 1983 - August 20, 2021
Kristine Killilea—always Kristy—died on August 20, 2021. Kristy was a thoroughgoing self expressionist and lived her life without an ounce of apology. Born in Palo Alto, the Year of the Boar, November 30th 1983. Kristy wove herself and her children into the vibrant, colorful fabric of the Bay Area. Loved by all who met her, Kristy had complicatedly long and epic hair. Above all things, she...
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Carmen Martinez Gay
April 6, 1934 - August 18, 2021
Carmen Martinez Gay, age 87, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2021, at home with her family by her side.
Carmen was born April 6, 1934 in Santurce, Puerto Rico. She graduated from Barry College in Miami, Florida, in 1955 with a BA in French and minors in Education and English. Upon graduating, she was awarded a prestigious Fulbright Scholarship (a first for a student from Barry College) ...
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James Marshall Littrell
August 26, 1929 - August 14, 2021
James passed away peacefully after a long and caring life. He leaves behind his wife, Sheila, daughter Adriana, granddaughter Diana and many friends and professional colleagues.
James worked for 40 years as a health care financial executive, including positions with Stanford Children's Hospital, The Mercy order in Burlingame and Catholic Healthcare West in San Francisco.
He retired in 1994...
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Mary Ann Waldo
June 3, 1933 - August 10, 2021
Mary Ann passed away in her home in San Mateo, California surrounded by family and friends. She was born in St. Paul, Minnesota and grew up in Duluth, Minnesota where she graduated from Central High School. Mary Ann attended the University of Minnesota Duluth where she was ROTC Queen. After her modeling career in Chicago, Mary Ann married Neil Waldo who was with IBM. Their careers allowed...
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Carla Arnedo Tejuco
September 19, 1964 - August 8, 2021
She would get there early in the morning before the crowds and the heat. She and Alloy would bring extra chairs and stake out the best table in the small parking lot next to Wells Fargo. As the day would wear on, the blistering Labor Day Weekend sun would beat down on the swarms of people lining up for crab fries and giant golden corn on sticks. The Millbrae Art and Wine Festival was THE event of...
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Britt Wilcken Williams
August 9, 1940 - August 2, 2021
Due to the current Covid situation, with heavy hearts, we have postponed Britt's Celebration of Life from August 29 until spring of 2022. Consideration for the safety and well being of our wonderful family and friends prompted this difficult decision. The small private graveside gathering for family and extended family will be held as planned.
We greatly appreciate your understanding and...
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Anita Helen Meister
January 23, 1920 - August 1, 2021
Anita Meister, of San Mateo, California, peacefully passed away in the early morning of August 1st. She was 101 years old.
Born in Nyon, Switzerland, to Arturo and Angelina DeLeito, on January 23, 1920, Anita immigrated to the United States at age five, where she grew up in Bayview/Hunter's Point neighborhood of San Francisco. She married Kenneth Meister and had two son's, Dennis and Dean. ...
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Vincent James Garibaldi
December 13, 1989 - July 31, 2021
Vincent James Garibaldi born December 13, 1989 in San Mateo, California to Jim and Sheri Garibaldi.
Vince attended K-8 at IHM and then on to Junipero Serra High School where, along with his family, was guided into manhood. He earned his Bachelor's degree at the University of Arizona where he was an active member of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity and continued his education at Golden State University,...
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Louis Edgardo / "Louie" Velez
December 21, 1935 - July 30, 2021
On Friday, July 30, 2021, Louis "Louie" Edgardo Velez, loving husband, father, and uncle, passed away peacefully at home at the age of 85.
Louie was born on December 21, 1935 in Manati, Puerto Rico to Jose and Rafaela (Jimenez) Velez. Louie moved to San Francisco at age 12, and graduated from Mission High School. Louie was drafted into the United States Army in 1957, where he served 2 years...
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Dena G. Peponis Karbo-Mourgos
May 13, 1930 - July 29, 2021
Dena George Peponis Karbo-Mourgos, died peacefully last week, surrounded by her family. She was the loving daughter of George Vasilios and Fotini of Levidi Arcadia, Greece. Devoted sister of the late Joan (Lloyd), and brother Basil (Anna Marie). Loving mother of cherished children Julie Anne (the late Dean), Felicia (Ivelin), and Mark (Elizabeth). Treasured beyond words and into infinity by her...
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George Frank Fromme, Jr.
December 26, 1960 - July 28, 2021
On Wednesday, July 28, 2021, George Frank Fromme Jr. loving father and husband passed away at the age of 60.
George was born December 26, 1960, in New Braunfels, Texas to Barbara and George Fromme Sr. On November 4, 1995, he married Alexandra Fromme. They settled in Spring Branch with his family and lived there for 10 years. His love for travel brought him into the Aviation Industry working...
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Ashley Christina Torres
March 18, 1994 - July 24, 2021
It is with heartfelt sorrow and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Officer Ashley Torres. She earned her angel wings on Saturday, July 24th. She fought hard but faced complications from her battle with cancer, which she faced with tremendous bravery, courage, and strength.
Ashley was the only child to her single mother, she also leaves behind her grand parents, aunt and uncles...
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Mark Joseph Lertora
June 11, 1975 - July 18, 2021
Mark is survived by the loves of his life, Maria and son Dominic; his parents, Rita and Ron; his brother John, wife Suzanne and their children Gianna and Dominic.
Mark will always be remembered for his laugh, his smile and his big heart. For 25 years, he worked as an electrician in the Bay Area.
Services will be held on Tuesday, July 27th at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church in San Mateo;...
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Anthony J. Ellenikiotis
January 21, 1959 - July 11, 2021
Dr. Anthony J. Ellenikiotis was a very proud father of four wonderful children, a prominent orthodontist and entrepreneur for 34 years, and a full clinical professor and chairman of admissions at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) in the Division of Orthodontics for 25 years.
Anthony was born of Greek immigrant parents, Yianni and Eleni, who raised three children, Pauline,...
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Hao Y. Huang
May 24, 1938 - July 9, 2021
Hao-Yang Huang was born in Taiwan on May 24th, 1938, and passed away on July 9th, 2021.
During his childhood years in Taiwan, he met his future wife, Fu-Mei Huang. He graduated from Taiwan University with a degree in civil engineering before coming to the United States for graduate school. After obtaining a masters degree at University of Missouri-Rolla, he worked for Del Monte Corp in...
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Kathryn Jean San Filippo
April 21, 1988 - July 7, 2021
Kathryn Jean San Filippo, a credit union account specialist and former manager of Michael's Jewelers, was a life-long resident of Belmont CA, passed away on July 07, 2021 at the age of 33.
Kathryn is survived by her parents (Joyce and Michael), her grandmother (Kay), her aunts (Janis), (Mary Ann), her uncle (Jim), her brother (Andrew), her sister (Mackenzie), her son (Jace), and her son's...
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Keiko Kay Hananouchi
October 29, 1928 - July 6, 2021
Keiko Kay Hananouchi, age 92, passed away unexpectedly on July 6, 2021 surrounded by her husband and family.
A devoted wife, attentive mother, generous grandmother, and adoring great-grandmother, Kay's top priority was always her family. She leaves behind a loving husband of 65 years, Mike, her children: Michael, his wife Ellie, Glenn, his wife Sarah, Joy, her husband Darrell, Gay, her husband...
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Gloria Estela Angulo
July 24, 1956 - June 30, 2021
Gloria Estela Angulo, age 64, of Redwood City, California was born on July 24, 1956 in El Salvador in the city of Santa Ana. She left this world to be with the Lord on Wednesday June 30th, 2021.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Gloria Luz Angulo, her two children, Dinora Patricia Perez Angulo and Juan Carlos Perez, two grandchildren, Ahlissa Aileen Perez and Ayden Andres Perez, sister...
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Marie Loretta Monaco
October 8, 1969 - June 26, 2021
Marie Loretta Monaco most recently of Burlingame, CA, but previously of San Francisco CA, Moraga CA, Colorado Springs CO, Belmont CA, Hillsborough CA, and South San Francisco, passed away in her sleep early in the morning of June 29, 2021. She was born October 8, 1969 in San Francisco, started school at Camino Pablo School in Moraga CA, then St. Perpetua in Lafayette CA, Corpus Christi and St....
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Chuzo Harada
May 13, 1931 - June 26, 2021
Chuzo Harada peacefully passed away surrounded by family on June 26th, after a valiant battle with cancer. He was a gentle and caring person.
Chuzo grew up in Kure-shi, Japan. In the 1960's, he moved to the Bay Area to pursue a career as a Japanese baker.
He is survived by his wife Kiyomi, daughter Jannet and son Harris.
A private funeral service will be held.
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Stanley Reyes Raroque
September 10, 1946 - Unknown
Stanley Reyes Raroque passed away at his home in Subic Bay, Philippines on June of 2021. He was 74 years old. Stanley was the husband of Thelma, father of Ron (Lourdes), Gina (Tom) and proud grandfather of Noah and Anna. Stanley was born and raised in the province of Alaminos, Philippines where he was a great student and worked hard to achieve high rankings in class. However in lieu of...
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