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Eugenio DiTano Obituary
Jan 8, 1928-Sept 29, 2012
Resident of Santa Cruz
Eugenio "Larry" DiTano passed away on September 29, 2012 at his Santa Cruz home, at the age of 84. Eugenio was born in Pieve San Paolo, Italy, the son of Guiseppe and Teresa (Pelli) DiTano. He grew up in Italy and came to the United States in 1950 as a young man. He spent a short time in Sacramento with his cousin before moving to Santa Cruz. He spent his life working on the north coast near Davenport as a carpenter for Pacific Cement and Aggregates which later became Lonestar, and also on the ranches of Louis Poletti and others as a carpenter, electrician etc. fixing anything needing repair. He became a Naturalized Citizen in 1958. Eugenio retired from Lonestar in 1984.
Eugenio was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and numerous other organizations. He was a life member of the Santa Cruz Elks Club, a member of Italian Catholic Federation, Sons of Italy, Marconi Club and 40 Thieves. He was also a member of the Davenport Volunteer Fire Department where he served as chief and helped to start the Davenport Fire Rescue. Larry was well known throughout the community as an active and willing volunteer. He could always be counted on to cook at the countless barbecues and dinners put on by the organizations he was a member of. He also volunteered his time fund raising for Santa Cruz High and Soquel High's Band He was an avid fan of the 49'ers, the Giants and the Sharks and he especially enjoyed youth athletics.
He is survived by his daughter, Marlene George and her husband David of Santa Cruz and his son, Michael DiTano and his wife Joelene of Santa Cruz; three brothers, Reno DiTano of Italy, Italo DiTano and Mario DiTano both of San Francisco; He is also survived by his five grandchildren, Allison George, Christopher George, Adam George, Brian George and Kevin DiTano. He was preceded in death by his wife, Josephine DiTano in 2004.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at Holy Cross Church 126 High St., Santa Cruz, CA on Monday October 8, 2012 at 11:00 am. A Vigil will be held at Holy Cross Church on Sunday evening at 6:00 pm. Visitation will be at Holy Cross Church on Sunday from 3:00 pm until service time. Entombment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery 2271 7th Ave., Santa Cruz, CA. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Santa Cruz High School Athletic Foundation, 415 Walnut Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95060.
Arrangements are by Benito Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel. Please visit www.pacificgardenschapel.com to light a candle or express your condolences to Larry's family.
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Memories and Condolences
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Pietro Martinelli
November 18, 2012
Larry or Renzo, as I always new him, will always be "il Paesano" and one in the same with the Martinelli family. He'll always be in my heart and memories whether I'm thinking about Pieve S. Paolo, Davenport, or Santa Cruz.
jeff scargill
October 9, 2012
I had some great brandys with larry
Liana Orsolini-Hain
October 7, 2012
I lost a good friend. Will miss you lots Larry!! A toast of homemade grappa to you.
October 5, 2012
Sorry for your loss. Larry was always a fun-loving guy.
Jim & Eunice Baker
Robert Pianavilla
October 5, 2012
Although I have not seen Larry for many years, thoughts of him will always bring a smile to my face. I don't remember him being anyhting but full of joy and layghter. Our condolences go out to the family.
Joyce Gregory-Alderman
October 4, 2012
Heartfelt sympathy to your family. Your father was a wonderful man and I have many fond memories from Davenport days. May our thoughts and remembrances comfort you in these days.
October 4, 2012
So sorry you all have our condolences.
Dennis & Louise Gregory
Ken & Terri Gregory
October 4, 2012
Dear Marlena & Michael - Our heartfelt sympathies to you and your families and Larry's grandchildren. Your Mom and Dad will always hold a very special place in our hearts! Ken & Terri Paterni Gregory
October 3, 2012
Dear Marlene
We wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to you, your brother and family on the death of your father . Few people have achieved the respect and high esteem which he enjoyed for so many years in this community. His absence will be felt by many for many years to come.
With deepest sympaty
Your cousins Gianfranco & M. Grazia Andreazzi San Bruno Ca.
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