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Anthony Cresci Obituary

Anthony (aka Tony and Brother) Cresci

Passed away in Castro Valley, CA on July 30, 2014 at the age of 94. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Pauline, his daughter Margaret, two infant sons, and brothers and sisters-in-law Peter and Angelina Cresci, Nunizo and Mary Cresci, and Dominic and Virginia Cresci, Frank Cresci and sister and brothers-in-law Rose and Harold Hill and Julian Lavin. He is survived by his loving daughter, Maria; sister, Mary Lavin and many nieces and nephews.

Tony was born to Frank and Maria Cresci in North Beach. After graduating from Galileo High School, he enlisted in the US Navy. A Pearl Harbor survivor, he served aboard the USS New Orleans during WW II.
After the war, Tony worked with his brothers, Dominic and Frank at Cresci Brothers, #2 Fisherman's Wharf and retired just short of his 80th birthday.

The family wishes to thank his caregivers who lovingly provided him assistance and brought much joy and friendship to him these last years. Family and friends are invited to attend the Vigil at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 5, 2014 at Green Street Mortuary, 649 Green St., S.F. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, August 6, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Church, 666 Filbert St., S.F. Interment will be at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma.
In his loving memory contributions may be made to the Holy Name of Jesus Memorial/Foundation Fund, 1555 39th Ave., S.F., CA 94122; The Salesian Boy's & Girl's Club, 680 Filbert St., S.F., CA 94133; The Wounded Warriors Project or to the charity of your choice.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Aug. 2 to Aug. 5, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Cresci

15 Entries

Lonny Lopiccolo

June 16, 2023

My Dad, Joseph Lopiccolo was cousin to Tony with his brothers Carlo, John and Vince Lopiccolo. All from Taylor Street, North Beach.

I knew the family as a child. Fond memories of the Wharf and the family. Dad´s parents were Francesco Lopiccolo and Francesca Giammanco Lopiccolo

May Tony rest easy in Gods care. Condolences and

Michael Anderson

July 27, 2020

It's been 6 years now since Tony departed this world, and 41 years since I met him at the Wharf, but that meeting will always be a highlight of the several months I spent in the USA back in 79. He was a really nice and happy guy, and I wish his family all the best in coping with his loss. His smile was one in a million.

A great American

August 25, 2014

I am a 62 year old Australian who passed through San Francisco in 1979. Tony had been on Quantas commercials, so I tried to find him at his workplace. I found him OK, and he was a hell of a nice guy. I was just looking through my old photographs when I saw his picture, so I Googled him and I found his name and the fact that he just passed away on 30 July, 27 days after my wife did the same. RIP Tony. You left a great impression on this wandering Aussie, and you were a fantastic advertisement for your country.

Uncle Brother Cooking crabs at Cresci Bros.

Tony Cresci

August 17, 2014

Analisa and Francesca Del Prete

August 13, 2014

Maria, with this note comes a heart filled with love and sincere sympathy at the passing of your father. May you and your family find comfort in knowing that during this difficult time you are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless

James Sears

August 11, 2014

I worked at Cresci Brothers in the 1970's. I have very fond memories of Tony, he truly was one of a kind. My deepest sympathy to the Cresci family on your loss.

Gino Zalunardo

August 7, 2014

Kathleen Cresci

August 7, 2014

Thank you Uncle Brother for everything I learned from you. I always looked up to you and proud to call you my Uncle. You were always caring and loved making everyone happy. You always made customers feel special too. They always came back and asked for you.
You are one of a kind and a very special Uncle to all us. I love you. May you R.I.P. Uncle. You will be missed. You are in my blood forever. Xo

Denna Zalunardo

August 4, 2014

Thank you Uncle Brother for the love you gave to your nieces and nephews all through the years, we will always love you and Auntie Pauline. Love Denna

Margie Gomes

August 3, 2014

I worked at Fisherman's Wharf for 45 yrs. so of course I knew Tony, as well as Domonic and Frank...all 3 were great down to earth guys. I think Tony was the most photographed man in SF, with his rakish mustache and red, white & blue crocheted hat. Like many, many others, I will always remember him fondly.

Lawrence Lazio

August 3, 2014

an all around great guy at both my father and I enjoyed doing business with and playing golf. Truly one of the great San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf personalities.

Vita Migala-Rodriguez

August 3, 2014

I met Tony at Bank of America, Columbus Branch, when I was working the merchant's window back in the early 70's. He would bring crab cocktails and sour dough bread for us to enjoy while we were taking care of his banking. He was a very kind and special man. I will remember him always. My sincerest sympathies to his family. May your happy memories of him bring you comfort during this difficult time.

Michael Wilson

August 3, 2014

Dear Cresci Family my thoughts and prayers are with you. I was introduced to Tony, Dom, and Frank by my grandfather Tom Cattolica when I was 13. I worked for them for 4 years at #2. Many fond memories as it was my 1st job working through high school. Between Tony and my grandfather shaping a young teen to learn work ethics and what it means to work hard for what you want. It was my pleasure to have had the opportunity to have known Tony. God Bless.

Toni Candia NeSmith

August 3, 2014

Bless his heart and find comfort in knowing of the great eternal reunion he's having with all of his family members and friends who crossed over before him. He is being delighted in his peace. from the Candia Family of San Francisco.

Rick GIORDANO

August 2, 2014

I first met Tony through my Grandmother who would transport me as a young boy to the "wharf". She would pull up to buy crab and wave at Tony who would come up to her car and they would cheerfully greet each other like old friends. He then supplied her wth a whole cracked crab with sliced lemon which we would consume sitting on a dock together and talking. My first taste of cracked crab! I was about five years old. That was to be the first of many crab consumed by my nonna and I sitting on a dock on the wharf. A special time between nonna and I that Tony was always a part. Fond memories of Tony and my childhood talks with my Nonna Marguerite. God bless Tony!

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