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     Howard Mordell was born on 19 July 1955 in Oakland, CA, USA.¹ He married Mary Jane Vella, daughter of Angelo Vella and Josephine Micallef, on 18 June 1978 at San Leandro, CA, USA.¹

     Angelique Mordell was born on 9 February 1990 in Castro Valley, CA, USA.¹

     Garrett Mordell was born on 28 December 1993 in Castro Valley, CA, USA.¹

     Dr. Lea Vella MPH, PhD was born in San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹ She married David Byrd on 5 August 2006 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹
     Dr. Lea Vella MPH, PhD graduated on 14 June 2002 at UC Davis, Davis, CA, USA; BS, Neurobiology, Physiology, & Behavior, with Honors. She graduated on 19 May 2004 at Columbia University, New York, NY, USA; Masters in Public Health. She graduated on 16 June 2014 at UC San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA; PhD, Clinical Psychology. She was a Clinical Psychologist; Dept of Quality and Safety in 2018 at UCSF Medical Center, San Francisco, CA, USA.
Dr. Lea Vella MPH, PhD. Research.

     David Byrd was born on 13 April 1980 in Davis, CA, USA.¹ He married Dr. Lea Vella MPH, PhD, daughter of Dr Charles J. Vella PhD and Marilyn Uran, on 5 August 2006 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹
     Research.

     Dr. Maya Vella MD was born in San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹
     She graduated as a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Caliifornia, San Francisco, CA, USA, on 19 May 2015. She graduated from a 4 year residency in Radiology and a cardiopulmonary Fellowship in Radiology between July 2020 and June 2021. She was a UCSF Cardiopulmonary Radiologist and Assistant Professor in July 2021 at UCSF Medical Center, San Francisco, CA, USA.
Dr. Maya Vella MD.

     Carmello Vella was born on 5 April 1866 in Mosta, Malta.¹ He married Marianna Vassallo, daughter of Carmelo Vassallo and Antonia Vella, on 13 February 1904 at Mgarr, Malta.¹ Carmello Vella died on 18 June 1941 at Mgarr, Malta, at age 75.¹ He was buried at Mgarr Cemetery, Mgarr, Malta.
     Carmello Vella Ta Lahmar (the Red family.)

     Marianna Vassallo was born on 28 November 1887 in Mosta, Malta.¹ She married Carmello Vella, son of Francesco Vella and Anna Abela, on 13 February 1904 at Mgarr, Malta.¹ Marianna Vassallo died in September 1946 at age 58. She was buried at Mgarr Cemetery, Mgarr, Malta.
     As of 1904,her married name was Vella.¹
Marianna Vassallo family photo in 1938.
Marianna Vassallo family name = Ta Miju.

     Grace Margaret Calleja was born on 6 April 1914 in Mosta, Malta.¹ She married Anthony N. Borg, son of (?) Borg.¹ Grace Margaret Calleja died on 22 October 2013 at Hayward, CA, USA, at age 99; age 99.¹
     Her married name was Borg.¹ She was living in 1977 in Sonoma, CA, USA.
Obituary: on 27 October 2013: BORG, Grace Margaret, 99, passed away October 22, 2013 in Hayward, CA, she was just 6 months shy of her 100th birthday. She was born in Mosta, Malta on April 6, 1914. She was married to Tony Borg who is deceased and also a sister to her only brother Carmelo Calleja also deceased. Grace enjoyed life to the fullest and she loved to travel. She leaves behind many nieces and nephews and she will greatly be missed by her niece Doris Scarborough, who she raised and took care of her at her home in Hayward for the past year. On behalf of the family, we would like to thank everyone who supported her during her life.¹

     Anthony N. Borg was born circa 1903 in Mosta, Malta. He married Grace Margaret Calleja, daughter of (?) Calleja.¹ Anthony N. Borg died on 9 October 1977 at Sonoma, CA, USA.
     He lived at San Mateo, CA, USA.
Obituary: on 10 October 1977: BORG, Anthony N. In Sonoma. Oct 9, 1977, dearly beloved husband of Grace M Borg of Sonoma; loving brother of Tessie, Charles and Paul Borg, all of Malta and the late most Reverend Dun Ghirgor Borg, Archbishop of Mosta, Malta, Joseph. Reno and Carmen Borg and Nazia Shiberras; survived by many nieces and nephews; a former resident of San Mateo; a native of Mosta, Malta; aged 74 years. Anthony N. Borg was also known as Tony Borg.¹

     Carmello Calleja died before 2013.¹

     Doris Calleja was born.¹ She married (?) Scarborough.
     Her married name was Scarborough. Doris Calleja was living in 2013 in Hayward, CA, USA.

     (?) Scarborough married Doris Calleja, daughter of Carmello Calleja.

     Charles Borg was born in Malta. He married Battista Deguara, daughter of Giuseppi (Joseph) Deguara and Antonia Desira.¹
     Charles Borg and Charles Borg were possibly the same person likely.

     Battista Deguara was born in 1886 in Malta. She married Charles Borg.¹
     Her married name was Borg.¹

     Giuseppi (Joseph) Deguara was born in Naxxar, Malta.^1,2 He married Antonia Desira.¹ Giuseppi (Joseph) Deguara died at Qormi, Malta.
     He was living in 1921 in Malta. Giuseppi (Joseph) Deguara was also known as Pepe Deguara.

     Carmelo Deguara was born on 28 July 1888 in Qormi, Malta; age 33 in 1920 census; age 45, CA, in 1930 census; age 51 in 1940 census.¹ He was issued a Maltese Passport to travel to Malta on board the Olympic; to arrange his marriage on 19 March 1921. Declared destination was New York, NY, USA. He married Antonia (Nina) Abela, daughter of Philip Abela and Bernarda Farrugia, in 1921 at Malta; age 23 and 22 in 1930 census.¹ Carmelo Deguara died on 31 January 1964 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA, at age 75.¹ He was buried at Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, CA, USA. Biography Nina Vella: According to his daughter Nina, his was one of the first four Maltese families in San Francisco (Sant family preceded him and were friends). He drove street cars for Market Street Railway until 1922. He ran a hog ranch in Colma (now South San Francisco, on Highway one) from 1922 to 1941, then retired. Listed in 1925 San Francisco City directory, living at 1737 LaSalle Ave (actually his mail address). In 1927, family were living at 1115 Mendell in San Francisco.

Mary Vella Rummelhart: My grandfather, Charles Deguara initially came to the US on July 19, 1910. He arrived on the Patris out of Greece. He was listed as Carmelo Deguara age 27, but he actually was 21. Born 1889. He resided in Qormi, Malta (they show C. Cunni, Malta). He did arrive at Ellis Island. There were a couple of other Maltese guys on the same ship .He was a wagoner in WWI. Lived in Monterey for awhile, either before the war or after and had a hog ranch with someone. I believe he lived there before the war and sold it when he went into the service. In 1921 in made a trip to Malta to get a wife! From what my Mom says, he knew my grandmother's family as they were from the same village. He went to her parents and said he wanted to make Antonia (Nina) his wife and take her to the US. I guess she said OK ; not sure if she had a choice. So they sailed from France on the Providence to Ellis Island, arriving on July 17 1921. Settled in SF and he started another hog ranch on Skyline near Westlake.They bought their first home on Mendell in 1927 (new) and moved there so that my mother could go to school as there were no schools near the hog ranch. I believe they lived on La Salle in the Bayview when they arrived in SF. My grandparents good friends were Joe and Dominica Vassello. Joe had purchased a house a few doors down from my grandparents on Mendell.Then he built a bigger house across the street on the corner. When my Dad came to this country he stayed with Uncle Bertu Vassello I believe.Through the Vassellos', he met my Mom. I guess he noticed her right away. My grandparents good friends were Joe and Dominica Vassello. Joe had purchased a house a few doors down from my grandparents on Mendell. Then he built a bigger house across the street on the corner.When my Dad came to this country he stayed with Uncle Bertu Vassello I believe. Through the Vassellos', he met my Mom.I guess he noticed her right away. My grandfather had a room he had built in his basement with a bathroom. The room had a stove, sink, bed, table, chair and cub boards. I know that he used the room to house a lot of the immigrants that came from Malta. Whether they were friends or family, I don't know.But I think he helped bring over my Grandmother's Brother Manuel and also her sister and husband, Manuel and George Ebejer and their five children.

He did well financially and owned some beautiful cars. He owned 4 homes between 1920 and 1940. He believed the United States was the greatest country in the world. He would talk about that all the time. He would get really mad at anyone who talked badly about this country, especially Maltese people. He would tell them to go back to Malta!!!
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     First Maltese in America (?) was among the first Maltese in San Francisco, CA immigration in 1910 in 1910. Carmelo Deguara emigrated from Malta on 19 July 1910 to San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹ He began military service between 28 April 1918 and 26 April 1919 American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) in WWI; he was a wagoner (horse drawn wagons.) He was naturalized on 7 June 1918 at Camp Lewis, WA, USA. He was a Electric RR motorman between 1919 and 1921. He and Salvatore (Sam) Deguara were listed in the 1920 US Census, Salvatore, age 44, wrecking comp. laborer; brother Charlie, age 35, electric railroad motorman; son, Gerolamo, age 20, none, in San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.²
Carmelo Deguara Departure Port: Marseille, France; on the Providence: Charles, 31 & Antonia, 21; to 1737 LaSalle, San Francisco, CA; naturalization at Camp Lewis, WA in jun 1917; Antonia, by marriage on 21 July 1921 at New York, NY, USA. He and Antonia (Nina) Abela were listed in the 1930 US Census age 42, rancher; owned $25,000 home; severely incorrect data; names different, ages different; includes a "son" Frank Deguara, age 11, CA in 1115 Mendell, San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.³ Research: 6 houses from Joe and Dominica Vassallo in 1930. Carmelo Deguara and Antonia (Nina) Abela were listed in the 1940 US Census age 51, hog rancher in 1115 Mendel St., San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.⁴ Research: next door in 1940. Carmelo Deguara received military draft notice in 1942 at 1115 Mendell St, San Francisco, CA, USA, age 52, Standard Hog Co. He and Antonia (Nina) Abela were listed in the 1950 US Census age 61, retired in San Francisco, CA, USA. Carmelo Deguara was associated; VFW #818 for 25 years.
Obituary: on 3 February 1964: DEGUARA—Jan. 31, 1964. Charles, beloved husband of Nina Deguara: devoted father of Nina Vella and Mary Akin: loving brother of Sam Deguara of Malta: grandfather of Mary, Charles, Rita and Frank Vella, Tom and Nina Akin: father-in-law of Frank Vella and Tom Akin. A native of Malta: aged 75 years. Twenty-five-year member of V.F.W., Post #818.
Friends are invited to attend the funeral Tuesday at 8:30 a. m., from Reilly Co., 29th and Dolores St. Thence to St. Paul of the Shipwreck Church where a Requiem Mass will be offered at 9 a. m. Interment Golden Gate National Cemetery. Rosary, Monday, 8 p. m. Goodwin & Scannell, directors. Carmelo Deguara was also known as Charles Deguara. He and Anthony Borg lived; 2nd cousin to Charles Vella. Carmelo Deguara was also known as Carmenu Deguara.¹

     Joseph F. Tanti was born on 26 March 1937 in Mosta, Malta.¹ He married Marian Bonavia, daughter of Joseph Bonavia and Carmela (?), circa 1962. Joseph F. Tanti and Marian Bonavia were divorced in April 1974 at San Mateo Co., CA, USA. Joseph F. Tanti married Frances Jean Ryan, daughter of Thomas Francis Ryan and Ellen (?), on 15 August 1975 at San Francisco, CA, USA.¹
     Joseph F. Tanti emigrated from Malta ship Nea Hellas; first went to Detroit on 20 February 1953 to San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹

Joseph F. Tanti was a member of the Maltese American Social Club and was Ass. Sec. 1964; Ass. Treas., 1965; Sec. 1964, 1989; Vice Pres. 1970; President for 11 years: in 1971, 1990, 2002 to 2005, 2008-2009, 2011-2013
Club member for 66 years in May 2022 in 1956.
He and Frances Jean Ryan were a in charge of meat department; Frances in accounts in 1978. Joseph F. Tanti was a member of the Maltese American Social Club and was Helped with remodel of new Maltese Club location between 1991 and 2019. He was a witness to the events related to Anthony Spiteri's History of MASC on 2 October 2004; For the 75th Anniversary of the Club, Tony Spiteri wrote a history of the Maltese American Social Club, recording club information from 1929 to 2004. Joe Tanti, then President, and the Board of Directors edited the original version. The first 7 pages, numbered with roman numerals, are an introduction. Forty-three pages are a year by year history of the club from 1929 to 2004. Pages 47 to 59 are various lists.

As of between 2013 and 2022, Joseph F. Tanti and Frances Jean Ryan lived at 908 Vanessa Ct, Windsor, CA, USA; josephtanti816@gmail.com. Joseph F. Tanti contributed his family's genealogy to MHS on 29 March 2013.
Joseph F. Tanti in 2022. Research.

     Frances Jean Ryan was born on 17 April 1940 in Chicago, IL, USA.¹ She married Joseph F. Tanti, son of Peter Tanti and Anna Tonna, on 15 August 1975 at San Francisco, CA, USA.¹
     Her married name was Tanti.¹ Frances Jean Ryan and Joseph F. Tanti were a in charge of meat department; Frances in accounts in 1978. Frances Jean Ryan was a member of the Maltese American Social Club and was Helped with remodel of new Maltese Club location between 1991 and 2019. As of between 2013 and 2022, Frances Jean Ryan and Joseph F. Tanti lived at 908 Vanessa Ct, Windsor, CA, USA; josephtanti816@gmail.com.

     Peter Tanti was born on 31 January 1895 in Mosta, Malta.^1,2 He was issued a Maltese Passport age 17 on 16 July 1912. Declared destination was San Francisco, CA, USA.² He married Anna Tonna.¹ Peter Tanti died on 17 June 1984 at Daly City, CA, USA, at age 89.¹ He was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     Peter Tanti was also known as Pietro Tanti.² He emigrated from Malta in September 1952 to San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹
Obituary: on 18 July 1984: TANTI, Peter — at rest July 17,1984; dearly beloved husband of Anna Tanti: devoted father of Victoria Grech, Michelina Bosso, Carmen Attard, Maryann Farrugia. Frank, Joseph and Manuel (Willie) Tanti; dear father-in-law of Joseph Bosso. James Attard, Charles Farrugia, Patricia, Mary and Frances Tanti and the late Carmelo Grech; loved by 23 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; dear uncle of Joseph and Jane Catania and many other nieces and nephews, a native of Malta; age 89.

     Anna Tonna was born on 9 May 1902 in Mosta, Malta.¹ She married Peter Tanti, son of Manuel Tanti.¹ Anna Tonna died on 12 November 1994 at Daly City, CA, USA, at age 92.¹ She was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     Her married name was Tanti.¹ She emigrated from Malta on 20 February 1953 to Detroit, MI, USA.¹
Obituary: on 15 November 1994: TANTI, Anna At rest In Daly City, November 12, 1994; beloved wife of the late Peter Tanti; loving mother of Victoria Grech. Michelina Bosso, Carmen Attard, Maryann Farrugia, Frank, Joseph and Manuel (Willie) Tanti; adored mother-in-law of Joseph Bosso, James Attard, Charlie Farrugia, Patricia and Frances Jean, Mary Tanti and the late Carmel Grech: cherished aunt of Joseph and Carmela Debattista; devoted grandmother of 23 grandchildren and numerous great and great-great grandchildren; Survived by many loving friends and relatives here and In Malta; a Native of Mosta Malta; Aged: 92 years.

     Victoria Maria Tanti was born on 8 March 1924 in Mosta, Malta.¹ She married Carmel Grech, son of Emmanuel Grech and Rosa Agius, on 22 June 1940 at Mosta, Malta.¹ Victoria Maria Tanti died on 20 December 2014 at San Mateo, CA, USA, at age 90.² She was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     Her married name was Grech.¹ She emigrated from Malta on SS Atlantic on 24 January 1953 to New York, NY, USA.¹ She moved to circa 1956 to San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.
Obituary: on 28 December 2014: Victoria (Tanti) Grech March 8, 1924 – December 20, 2014 -- Born in Mosta, Malta to Peter Tanti and Anna Tonna. Married to Carmel Grech(deceased) in June 1940. Victoria arrived in America in 1953 with her first seven children, her eighth child was born in Detroit. After living in Detroit for three years, her family moved to the Portola District in San Francisco where she remained for the rest of her life. Victoria raised eight children Joseph – deceased (Angela), Manuel (Leslie), Peter, Sam (Patricia), John (Angela), Rosina, Frank, and Mary Ann (David) Davies. She also was grandmother to 17 and Great Grandmother to 32. She is also survived by her three sisters Michelina (Joseph – deceased) Bosso, Carmen (James) Attard, MaryAnn (Charlie) Farrugia and three brothers Frank (Patricia) Tanti, Manuel- deceased (Mary) Tanti and Joseph (Frances) Tanti. Also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews and in-laws.²

     Carmel Grech was born on 30 October 1920 in Mosta, Malta. He married Victoria Maria Tanti, daughter of Peter Tanti and Anna Tonna, on 22 June 1940 at Mosta, Malta.¹ Carmel Grech died on 17 September 1981 at San Francisco, CA, USA, at age 60. He was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     Carmel Grech was also known as Carmelo Grech. He emigrated from Malta on SS Atlantic on 24 January 1953 to New York, NY, USA.¹ He emigrated from Malta circa 1956 to San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA. He was naturalized on 1 July 1958 at San Francisco, CA, USA; Calif. Fed. Petition: All children's bd and bp given. He was a member of the Maltese American Social Club.
Obituary: on 18 September 1981: GRECH, Carmel — In S.F . September 17, 1981; dearly beloved husband of Victoria Grech, loving father of Rose Grech. Mary Ann Saccheri, Joseph. Manuel, Peter, Salvatore. John and Frank Grech, devoted grandfather of 11 grandchildren; loving son of Manuel and the late Rose Grech; loving brother of Maria Chetcuti, Frances Pardi, Rita Mallia. Teresa Muscat. Josephine Corso, Percy, Ben, Joseph, Victor and Nazzareno Grech, a native of Malta, aged 60 years; a member of Maltese American Social Club of S.F. Carmel Grech was also known as Charlie Grech.

     Carmen Tanti was born on 24 October 1927 in Mosta, Malta.¹ She married James Attard on 28 September 1957 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA. Carmen Tanti died in August 2022 at Concord, CA, USA, at age 94.
     She emigrated from Malta in September 1952 to San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹ She was naturalized on 19 August 1956 at San Francisco, CA, USA; from Tokyo, Japan. As of 1957,her married name was Attard.

     Maryann Tanti was born on 16 December 1930 in Mosta, Malta.¹ She married Charles C. Farrugia, son of Carmelo Farrugia and Rosario (?), on 22 June 1963 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.
     Maryann Tanti emigrated from Malta in September 1952 to San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹ As of circa 1963,her married name was Farrugia. She was a member of the Maltese American Social Club and was Supported remodel of Maltese Club in 1963 at San Francisco, CA, USA. Maryann Tanti was also known as Mannan. Maryann Tanti was also known as Manina. Research: in 2024 at 153 Nyla Dr, South San Francisco, CA, USA.

     Charles C. Farrugia was born on 17 July 1926 in Msida, Malta; also St. Venera. He married Maryann Tanti, daughter of Peter Tanti and Anna Tonna, on 22 June 1963 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA. Charles C. Farrugia died on 18 September 2016 at South San Francisco, CA, USA, at age 90. He was buried at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo Co., CA, USA.
     He emigrated from Malta in 1948 to Canada. He emigrated from in 1961 to CA, USA. He was a member of the Maltese American Social Club and was Supported remodel of Maltese Club in 1963 at San Francisco, CA, USA.
Obituary: on 21 September 2016: Charles Farrugia entered into rest on September 18, 2016 surrounded by his wife and children. Survived by his wife Mary Ann of 53 years, loving father of Roseann (Brian), and Pete (Deanna). Survived by his cherished grandchildren, James, Lauren, Marisa, Ryan, and Brody. Charles is survived by his sisters Josephine, Rita and Mary and preceded in death by his parents Carmelo and Rosario, brothers, Willie, John, and Gigi. Also, survived by many nieces and nephews.

Charles immigrated from Msida, Malta to Canada in 1948 and then to the United States in 1961. Charles worked at Macy's as a warehouseman for 29 years before enjoying retirement. He was an avid stamp, baseball card collector and enjoyed bowling, bingo, and watching the SF Giants and SF 49ers. He spent many of his Sunday's playing cards with friends at the Maltese American Social Club. He was a man of tremendous faith and volunteered as an usher at St. Veronica's Parish for many years. He was a loving son, brother, husband, father, and nanu. We love you and will miss you.¹

     Michelina Tanti was born on 15 December 1926 in Mosta, Malta.¹ She married Joseph I. Bosso on 26 December 1959 at San Francisco, CA, USA.¹ Michelina Tanti died on 26 December 2019 at age 93. She was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, CA, USA.
     Michelina Tanti was also known as Kelina Tanti.¹ She emigrated from Malta on 20 February 1953 to San Francisco, San Francisco Co., CA, USA.¹ Her married name was Bosso.¹
Obituary: in January 2020: Michelina Bosso December 16, 1925 – December 26, 2019

Passed away peacefully at the age of 94. Born in Mosta, Malta to Peter Tanti and Anna Tonna, she arrived with her family in the United States in 1953. After a couple of years in Detroit, she moved to San Francisco where she met Joseph I. Bosso. They were married on December 26, 1959, and enjoyed a wonderful life together with their 3 children in the Portola District at Saint Elizabeth’s Parish. On her 60th wedding anniversary, Michelina is now reunited with her loving husband Joseph who passed in 2013. Michelina is survived by sons Joseph M. Bosso (Natalie), Steven Bosso (Dana), and daughter Liz Rodriguez (Ricci). Devoted Nana to grandchildren Jason, Danielle, Michelle, Benjamin, and Veronica. Sister to the late Victoria (Carmel - deceased) Grech and Manuel (Mary) Tanti, survived by sisters Carmen (James – deceased) Attard, Mary Ann (Charles – deceased) Farrugia, and brothers Frank (Patricia) Tanti and Joe (Frances) Tanti. Also survived by her many nieces and nephews.
Michelina was a deeply religious woman and lived her life simply, happily, and true to her Catholic faith. She had a special devotion for Saint Anthony. Mom made our home a happy one with plenty of good meals, laughter, and care. She loved her dogs and her “grand-dogs” and “grandcats”. Above all, Michelina always put her family first and we have been so blessed to have her in our lives.
Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma.

     Joseph I. Bosso died circa 1923 at San Francisco, CA, USA. He married Michelina Tanti, daughter of Peter Tanti and Anna Tonna, on 26 December 1959 at San Francisco, CA, USA.¹ Joseph I. Bosso died in 2013.
      Obituary: on 10 February 2013: Joseph I. Bosso Passed away peacefully at the age of 90. Lifelong San Franciscan, born in the Bayview District to the late Luigi and Assunta Bosso. Graduate of Saint James High School, 1941. Proud employee of the Southern Pacific Railroad, 1941 - 1984. Long time active member of Saint Elizabeth Parish.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years Michelina, sons Joseph Bosso (Natalie) and Steven Bosso (Dana), and daughter Liz Rodriguez (Ricci). Joseph was a very devoted Nanu to grandchildren Jason, Danielle, Michelle, Benjamin, and Veronica. He is also survived by his sister Mary (the late Reno) Tonegato, his cousin Mario (the late Jeannie) Bosso, and his nieces and nephews.
Joseph was a deeply religious man and lived his life simply, happily, and true to his Catholic faith. He was a very talented craftsman and could make and fix and grow just about anything. Joseph enjoyed sharing his vivid memories and stories from his childhood and working on the railroad. Above all, Joseph always put his family first.
Joseph's family appreciates the compassionate and devoted care he received from his doctors Kris Kealey and Felix Millhouse as well as the entire staff at the Cardiac Care Unit at Seton Hospital.
Friends are invited to visit after 4PM on Monday, February 11 and are invited to attend a Rosary/Vigil Service also on Monday, February 11 at 7PM at the chapels of Valente Marini Perata and Co., 4840 Mission Street, SF. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, February 12 at 10:30AM at St. Elizabeth Church, 459 Somerset Street, SF. Private Committal to follow at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery. Memorial contributions preferred to St. Elizabeth Church 449 Holyoke St., SF 94134.
Published in San Francisco Chronicle on Feb. 10, 2013.