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Mercedes Puccinelli Obituary

Mercedes Natalie Puccinelli "Nonni" Born at home on Christmas Eve 1927. Daughter of Luigi and Nilda Pasquali. Passed away peacefully in her home on November 17, 2010 after a very brief illness. Beloved wife and best friend for 62 and a half years to Ramon; adored mother of Mike (Julie), Paula (Brian), and Andrea (Brian-deceased); much loved Nonni of Patrick (Megan), Joey, Dave (Danya), and Chrissy Rabbitt, Gina, Jimmy and Mike Puccinelli, Frank, Kristin, and Melissa Olcomendy; Bis Nonni to James Bernard Rabbitt; leaves behind many loving and caring nieces and nephews and her wide circle of life long friends; preceded in death by her sisters Rose Pinotti, Armida Piagneri, Norma Marchi, and sisters-in-law Norma Puccinelli and Eleanor Petereit. Past president of St. Anne's Mother's Club, Presentation High School Mother's Club and an active volunteer for many charitable organizations. Nonni lived her life for her family and friends. Her Thursday night dinners were the highlight of her week. Anyone who was hungry could stop by, share a meal and a laugh. There was always plenty of both at her table. The family would like to thank the many doctors, nurses, and caregivers at C.P.M.C. Pacific Campus, that cared for mom with much love the past two weeks. Friends may visit Sunday November 21st from 4pm and are invited to attend the Rosary Sunday at 6pm and the Funeral Mass Monday November 22nd at 11am all at St. Brendan's Church, 29 Rockaway Ave, San Francisco. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma. The family prefers donations to Father Flannagan's Boys and Girls Town or the Salesian Boys and Girls Club.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Nov. 19 to Nov. 21, 2010.

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November 20, 2010

Our Zia Merc was truly the BEST! At our family get togethers you were the life of the party. Our children loved your energy and spirit -with a twinkle in your eyes we all knew she loved seeing all of us. We will miss you so but you will truly be in our hearts forever. Uncle,Mike,Paula,Andrea your family is in our thoughts & prayers.
JoAnn & Larry and Family

Vicki Ver-Cerbatos

November 19, 2010

I'm so glad I stopped by to see Mrs. Pucinellii at CPMC 2 weeks ago, while also visiting my mom (Bea Ver) after her procedure and who was next door to Mrs. P on the same floor. Your mom will be missed very much by her St. Anne's group of friends. I have fond memories of their get-togethers filled with your mom's laughter and silliness. Her energetic spirit was definitely catching. She's now in Heaven making the angels laugh! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Vicki Ver-Cerbatos and Family

November 19, 2010

Merc, (as I knew her) was my sister Julie's beloved Mother-in-Law. One of my greatest memories of her was her and Ray dancing at Mike and Julie's wedding. Granted Mike and Julie had not had their first dance yet but Ray and Merc took to the dance floor like Fred and Ginger! The sheer joy they felt that day was obvious to everyone in that room. Holidays will not be the same without her. Her words of wisdom and "telling it like it is" will certainly be missed. Her family was her absolute joy, yet she always made room in her heart for all of us in her extended family. It was truly a priviledge to know her, I was blessed to have her in my life and have I learned so much from her as a Mom. All My Love, Lisa Griffin

November 19, 2010

There is only one way to describe my Auntie Merce, the BEST!!! She was everyone's favorite, so full of love and laughter and will be truly missed by all her family and friends. Auntie Merce's morning phone call with my mom, Vilma, were full of news about her grandchildren, her great grandson, how Uncle Ray was, her kids, etc. and I know my mom's mornings will never be the same, as my Auntie Merce was everything to her. So be prepared Paula,Daya & Mike, as I am sure you guys will now be getting that call. Auntie Merce may no longer be with us, but she will forever be in our hearts......... All My Love, Chris

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