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Irene Cimoli Obituary
Irene was born in Seattle on March 24, 1931 to Ethel and Julius Zinn. In her early teens the family moved to San Francisco. She graduated from Galileo High School and married her high school sweetheart, Gino Cimoli. Their daughters, Cheryll and Linda were born in San Francisco.
The life of a baseball player's wife afforded Irene the opportunity to travel to many cities inside and outside the U.S., so daughters could watch their dad play ball.
In 1961 the Cimoli family moved to Tiburon. Irene later secured her real estate license and, until her retirement, worked for Ceccotti Reality in San Rafael.
Irene was a loving and attentive mother, grandmother and great grandmother, rarely missing an occasion to boast of their achievements. She embraced her "McLaughlin" heritage and could recite an Irish proverb on cue. Irene had a contagious sense of humor, a zest for living and a confident attitude which carried her through a successful life. She was not reluctant to voice her gratefulness for life's treasures, friendships and family. Her smile was captivating.
Irene relished her friendships with her peers from Galileo High School, many of which lasted more than 70 years. She was always available for lively, engaging conversation and lingering lunch event or a weekend getaway. She developed a passion for golf and especially enjoyed time spent with friends and family at her favorite hideaway in Palm Desert.
The world has lost a wonderful women, who left us a legacy of laughs, fond memories and love. She will be profoundly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Irene was predeceased by her husband, Gino Cimoli, her brothers, James and Jerry Graham. She is survived by her daughters Cheryll Keast (Terry) of San Anselmo, Linda Cimoli (Ron Close) of Petaluma, her brothers Rich Zinn of Vacaville and Michael Graham of Oregon, as well as three grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephew.
A private family interment will be held in Santa Rosa, CA.
A Celebration of Friendship will be held at 12:30 p.m., Saturday, March 23, 2019 at the McInnis Golf Course Reception Hall, 350 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael, CA. Please contact any family member or the funeral home if you plan to attend.
Assisted by Monte's Chapel of the Hills, San Anselmo (415) 453-8440
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Annie Horne
February 21, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Deborah Bianchini (Armes)
February 17, 2019
Linda and Cheryll, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family
Lizz
January 19, 2019
My heartfelt sympathies go out to your family during this difficult time. I hope the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring much comfort. Just knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.
January 14, 2019
I am sorry regarding the loss of your loved one. May the God of Comfort, continue to comfort the family, during these difficult times. May he, continue to give support and loving kindness to all. 2 Cir. 1:3&4
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Shea
January 13, 2019
I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. May God comfort you in your grief and with his promise at John 6:40.
Robin
January 8, 2019
All my life, Irene was always someone I could depend on for encouragement, but never more faithfully than over the last several years. Seems as we grew older, we grew closer. It is clear to me why she was so very loved by so very many...for so many reasons. I miss her, but can call upon my many memories of her as if she were still here with me...us. Much love to her wonderful family and many life-long friends during this time. Ciao!
December 25, 2018
God is a God of all comfort and he will comfort the family's in this difficult time...So sorry for your lost...My condolences to the family's...
December 25, 2018
Psalms 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
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