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Remo Ceragioli Obituary

Remo "Ray" Ceragioli Nov. 28, 1933 ~ Sept. 8, 2010 Resident of Walnut Creek Ray Ceragioli passed away on Wednesday after a long struggle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in San Francisco to Isola and Antonio Ceragioli. He attended St. Mary's Catholic High School in Berkeley, CA. After service in the Army during the Korean conflict, he returned to the Bay Area and married Betty Jean Steidlmayer, his loving wife of 49 years who predeceased him in 2006. Ray worked for the Toscana and Colombo bakeries for 33 years. He was an avid golfer, huntsman, bowler, and baseball fan, having served as pitcher on his high school baseball team and been granted a baseball scholarship to the University of Oregon. He was also a devout Catholic and served with his wife, Betty, as Eucharistic Minister at St. Mary Catholic Church in Walnut Creek, where the couple moved in 1958. Ray is survived by his loving children Dario and Gina; and by grandchildren Craig, Anthony, Beth, Charlie, Carina, and Kelsey. He was predeceased by his wife, parents, and brother Mario. A Memorial Mass celebrating his life will be said on Tuesday, September 14 at 10am at St. Mary Catholic Church, 2039 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek. He will be sorely missed by all his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to your favorite charity. Hull's Walnut Creek Chapel (925) 934-5400

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Published by Inside Bay Area from Sep. 11 to Sep. 13, 2010.

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Carol Castronova

September 17, 2010

Dario and Gina,
I'm sorry for your loss but I'm sure he missed your Mom so much and now they're together. I know they are both watching over you and your families.
I used to go up there unannounced and drink coffee with your Mom for hours. I always felt welcome and enjoyed the time I spent with them.
I have been thinking about both of you a lot recently and now I know why. I'm sorry I missed the service. You are both in my heart always. Love and prayers, Carol

Carol Castronova

September 17, 2010

Dario and Gina,
I remember lots of fun times with both your parents, Noni and both of you. I'm sorry I missed the service. Its kinda strange, but I have been thinking of you two lately and now I know why. At least they're together now. I'm sure your Dad missed your Mom lots. Take care. Love, Carol Castronova

Diane Stone

September 14, 2010

My Dearest Gina and Dario, It's hard to find the right words of love and support at this sad time....except I can truly say I know how you feel. Losing a Dad is an experience like no other, and you've lost a good one. "Mr. C" was so devoted to you both and to your Mom....I will miss his laugh,his smile and how excited he got watching a baseball game!!...with Love and affection.

Jim Ghelfi

September 14, 2010

Dario and Gina:
I have some great memories of "Uncle Ray" that I will always cherish.
He was a great man and I always enjoyed spending time talking with him. He spoke with such admiration of both of you and I want you to know that I will miss him.

Jim

Lynn Laiolo Kalcic

September 13, 2010

On behalf of my mother, Nelvi, my brother, Harry, and myself, we send you
our heartfelt support and prayers during this difficult time. I would like to think that Ray and my dad, Harry, Sr., can now cross paths in glory, to shake hands and have a chat about the old days. Dad had a great respect for Ray and his dedication to the bread business.

Jeanette Steidlmayer

September 13, 2010

Dario and Gina, God Bless you both.
Love you,
Jeanette Steidlmayer

September 12, 2010

Dario and Gina
I have known Ray most of my life.As a fellow graduate of ST.Mary's High and also as a great friend of my father(Andy Ratto).Ray was not only a fellow Italian but a kind and gentle guy.
I am sorry for your loss.Nothing but good memories are with me right now as I think of Ray.
Jim Ratto
class of 1967
St.Mary's
Corvallis,Oregon

September 11, 2010

Dario and Gina
I know that nothing I could say would make losing your father ( Uncle Ray ) any easier. I will think of him fondly and with cherished memories.
He will truely be missed by me and the entire Ghelfi Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Michelle Ghelfi

September 11, 2010

Dario and Gina,
I am so sorry and so sad at the loss of your father. I know how hard and difficult this time is for you both and also know that their is nothing possible I could say that would make you feel any better. I think of your dad "Uncle Ray" with great love and admiration.
I will miss him .

Michelle Ghelfi

Doug White

September 11, 2010

Dear Dario & Gina,

I am so sorry for your loss. I am very sad to think of your dad not being here. I always enjoyed my unnanounced visits to your mom and dad's house, where I was made to feel so welcomed. He would keep me updated on how you both were doing. He was so proud of you. I will miss these visits, the sign in the front yard, Parking for Italians Only, his polenta, chicken cacciatore, deep voice and kind heart. On my last visit he shared his marinara sauce recipe with me and I have made the recommended changes to my own. He missed your mom so much, but he would say he wanted to be here for you and his grandkids.
Your mom was like a second mom to me growing up, your dad, an Italian Uncle. Thank you for sharing them, they were very dear to me and will forever be apart of the fond memories in my life. Take Good Care and Keep in Touch. With prayers, sympathy and sorrow.

Bill Iannaccone

September 11, 2010

Gina & Dario,

I want to express my extreme condolences for the loss of your father! In the short time that I knew him, he was a very kind, loving and gentle man. I will always remember how much he cared for you both and wish you and your families all the the best for the future.

With love,

Bill Iannaccone

Lisa Fidler

September 11, 2010

My dearest Gina & Dario,
I can barely find the words to describe the deep sorrow in my heart for both of you and your children. Please know that you all are in my prayers!
Your parents had the most unwaivering faith, a true example to every catholic and i'm Very proud to have known them!
I take solace in knowing your Mom & Dad are together again... Laughing, dancing & ALWAYS watching over their family.
With love & sympathy, Lisa (Don & Penny also)

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