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Fred Gavello Obituary
July 13, 1935-July 22, 2012
Resident of Castro Valley
Fred J. Gavello Jr. passed away Sunday July 22, 2012 in Castro Valley after a courageous battle with cancer. He was passionate about family and enjoyed spending time in the Yosemite Mountains. Fred graduated from Hayward High School and served in the United States Coast Guard. Fred then proudly followed in the footsteps of his father and worked for Oakland Scavenger for 37 years. Some of his fondest memories were of coaching baseball for his sons and their teammates. Fred is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Peggy; their sons Tom (and his wife Jamie) of Danville and Tim (and his wife Beth) of San Jose and six grandchildren, Riley, Rachelle, Joseph, Thomas, Victoria, and Anthony. He is also survived by his aunt, Pierina Pertino of Fremont. Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Clara as well as his brother Joseph. In honor of his request, services are private. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to your favorite charity.
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Memories and Condolences
for Fred Gavello
Rosemarie Smith
July 29, 2012
Dear Peggy and family,
I was so sorry to hear about Fred's passing. He was a great person and was always very kind to me when I worked in Hayward at O.S.C. Peggy please accept our condolences.
Rosemarie Smith (LUSSORO) and John.
John Francisco
July 26, 2012
I am so sorry to another veteran of our industry pass. I have fond memories of Fred being a fair,dedicated,and hard working boss.Always a pleasure to work with.He will be missed and never forgoten John Francisco
July 26, 2012
I will always have many fond memories of Fred. Sorry for your loss may God give you comfort.
Frank and Marilyn Cresci
Don and Janice Keller
July 26, 2012
Dear Peggy and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. He was a good friend since high school and I will always remember that great trip we took to Michigan the year we graduated from high school.
Our prayers are with you and your family,
Don and Janice Keller
July 26, 2012
Please accept our condolence. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have fond memories of Fred. He was a great person.
Mary Giovannetti & the Di Giulio Family
Leroy & Mary Francisco
July 25, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Joetta Silva
July 25, 2012
Dear Peggy and Family,
So sorry to hear about Fred's passing. I will always have fond memories of him. He was a wonderful person.
Joetta (Fazio) Silva
John Cosso
July 25, 2012
Please accept our condolence. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Peggy and your family. John and Rose Cosso
Dave Calvao
July 24, 2012
Dear Gavello Family..... I express my deepest sympathy in your loss.....Fred was one of the best bosses I've ever had....easy going personality will be greatly missed......Dave Calvao
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