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1936
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2017
Ferdinand Tapia Obituary
May 14, 1936 - Jan 1, 2017
Ferdinand Tapia, San Francisco, CA, passed away New Year's Day unexpectedly, at 80 years old. He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Catherine; his children Paul; Gerard (Sheri); Robert (Milena); Eleanore; & his 7 grandchildren, Michael, Marie, Amaia, Evelyn, Gabriella, Jacob and Nadia. He will be deeply missed & fondly remembered by his family, his many friends & his beagle Charlie. He was a proud member of the Basque Cultural Center. In lieu of services, there will be a celebration of life at a later date.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Jean Leon & Mayte Ocafrain
January 11, 2017
We deeply regret the passing of Ferdinand . We will keep him and his family in our thoughts and prayers and remember him as a smiling, gentle man . RIP Ferdinand! Courage to his wife, children and family.
Jean Leon and Mayte Ocafrain
Annie Goyhenetche-Etcheverry
January 10, 2017
Gure doluminak familiari ! Ferdinand beti gure gogo bihotzetan izanen da. Hain zen gizon perestua!
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