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Alvin Tura Obituary

Alvin "Al" Tura Passed away at home on July 20, 2006 due to cancer. Dearly beloved husband of Mona Tura. Devoted father of Karen Legault and Sue Van Den Broeke. Loving father-in-law of Ken Legault and Jordan Van Den Broeke. Cherished grandfather of Gina Legault, Nick Van Den Broeke, and Carly Van Den Broeke. A native of San Francisco, Al served in the Navy, in the Armed Guard in World War II. A member of IBEW Local #6 Retiree Club, SIRS (Sons in Retirement) #1, Peninsula Italian-American Social Club and the Sportsmen's Club of San Mateo. He was an electrician for 41 years. Friends may visit at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 23, 2006 followed by a Rosary Service at 7:30 p.m. at SNEIDER & SULLIVAN & O'CONNELL'S FUNERAL HOME, 977 South El Camino Real in San Mateo. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 24, 2006 at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 1 Notre Dame Avenue in San Mateo. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma. Donations preferred to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Jul. 22, 2006.

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Joanie Kay

July 26, 2006

May you find in all your memories a

constant source of comfort.



Al, the nicest man, friend and pal:

a blessing to have in one's life.



Lots of love and prayers to you,



Joanie Kay~

Debbie Laan

July 24, 2006

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Jill Ames

July 22, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. Al was the nicest person and best landlord I have ever experienced. He will be sorely missed.

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