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Jerrold Bocci M.D.

1937 - 2020

Jerrold Bocci M.D. obituary, 1937-2020, San Francisco, CA

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Jerrold Bocci Obituary

Jerrold C. Bocci, M.D.

November 2, 1937 - January 9, 2020

On January 9, 2020, Jerrold C. Bocci, died from complications of glioblastoma. Jerry loved life, and he embraced the anti-cancer therapies with hope and strength. He was confident he would play golf, again, and return to his ophthalmic practice. It was not to be.

The third son of Thomas L. Bocci and Eda I. Bocci, (nee Giorgi), Jerry grew up in Colma/Daly City. He was a graduate of St. Ignatius High School (Class of '55), did his undergraduate work at Santa Clara University, attended medical school at UCSF, and completed an ophthalmology residency at UCLA. Jerry served his county in the US Army at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. When he returned to Northern California to begin his medical practice, he immediately joined The Olympic Club and procured 49'er tickets.

Dr. Bocci practiced ophthalmology in San Francisco and Daly City for fifty years. He was a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Board Certified, a member of the Academy of Ophthalmology, served as president of CMRI. He was on the staff of St. Mary's Medical Center and Seton Hospital where he served as chief of the Division of Ophthalmology for ten years.

Jerry was a physician, golfer, duck hunter, music lover, dancer, traveler, stamp collector, avid reader, lover of fine food, wine, and a good cigar. As a member of The Family, he served as captain of his camp and was chair emeritus of the Wine Committee.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara; nephew and good friend, Rick Bocci (Debbie); sons, Chris Bocci and Tony Bocci (Jeanette); daughter, Pam Bocci; grand daughters, Sofia and Mirabella. As well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Those who knew and loved Jerry will miss him. Bonne nuit ma chere.

Please make charitable donations to Coming Home Hospice, 115 Diamond Street, San Francisco, CA 94114 or to the charity of your choice.

Friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on January 31, 2020, Friday, 2 PM at St. Ignatius Church, Stanyan at Parker Ave, San Francisco


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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Jan. 17 to Jan. 29, 2020.

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Jean Harper

February 10, 2022

My sincere condolences to the family. I didn't learn about Dr. Bocci's illness and death until now. I was a patient for many years, referred by Dr. Deitz upstairs at Union Street. I will miss his old school professionalism and dry humor.

April 2, 2020

Dear Mrs. Bocci,
Ms. Gail Summers of the Stein Eye Institute told me of Jerrold's passing.
As President of the Stein Eye Institute Alumni, please accept my condolences.
Practicing ophthalmology for 50 was an impressive legacy. I am sure he will be missed by you, his family, his patients and friends.
Please consider joining us at the Alumni reception which is held annually at the American Academy of Ophthalmology. The next AAO meeting will be November 14 to 17 in Las Vegas. Although the reception is usually on Sunday evening, the date has not yet been set.
With best regards,
Bronwyn Bateman, M.D.
bronwyn.bateman.12 at gmail.com
303 916 1888

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Peter Patterson

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John Hurabiell

January 23, 2020

Jerry was not only my opthalmogist but a valued friend in The Family. He will be sorely missed by myself and his many other friends. He was certainly blessed to have Barbara as his partner.

CA and Jerry 2010

Carol Ann Nulk

January 22, 2020

Stephanie Benoit

January 19, 2020

Dear Barbara and family. It was a pleasure working with Dr. B on and off for 42 years. One only has to see how long his staff stayed with him, to know how respected and cared for he was.

His patients thought the world of him too. He was the ultimate professional and a skilled doctor.

I'm sorry for your loss but you know he'll be with you forever in your heart. I'll never drink wine again without thinking of him! I don't do cigars but that'll get to me too. :-)

Warm Regards,
Stephanie Benoit

Rosalie Zamora

January 19, 2020

I worked in Dr. Bocci's practice for 14 years until 1996. Although I never had the chance to go visit much, I have fond memories of him. My deepest condolences to the entire Bocci family and to my former coworkers....May Dr. B. rest in eternal peace.

January 18, 2020

Dearest Barbara & Family,

Rich and I are saddened by this news and extend our deepest sympathies. Dr. Bocci will always hold a special place in our hearts...truly a "one-of-a-kind" gentleman.

You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Marie and Rich

Steve Piser

January 18, 2020

Jerry bocci was an extraordinary man, whose infectious smile and classy presence lit up a room. His aura will never dim.

Susan Hogan

January 17, 2020

I will always only have the fondest of memories of Dr. Bocci from the many years I have worked with him. May peace be with him!

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