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San Francisco, California

Giovanni "Papa Gianni" Giotta

May 1, 1920 – June 11, 2016

The Patriarch of the Giotta Family was called Home by Our Lord last Saturday. He was known as "The Espresso Pioneer of the West Coast" as founder of the Internationally known "Caffe Trieste" in San Francisco's North Beach in 1956....

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So very sorry to read of Papa Gianni's passing.
April 2010, we were on our honeymoon and chanced upon Caffe Trieste at the right time - the Saturday Concert. Some local regulars took us under their wing and introduced us to Papa Gianni. It was a wonderful afternoon. We met him that one time only, but he left an indelible memory on us and it felt as if we'd been close friends for decades.
Rest in peace, Papa Gianni.

Paul Bacon

August 09, 2016 | Houston, TX

April 2010 - we met Papa Gianni the one time only and felt as if we'd been friends for decades.

Paul and Kris Bacon

August 09, 2016

To Fabio and all of the family our deepest condolences.

From Anita and Dino Belluomini

dino belluomini

June 23, 2016 | San Francisco, CA

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Dino Belluomini

June 23, 2016 | San Francisco, CA

We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family.

Robert Yorio

June 22, 2016 | Menlo Park, CA

Saturday Concert with Papa - loving as always!

Nancy Gold

June 18, 2016

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pasquale dianda

June 17, 2016 | Redwood City, CA

May the bereaved family be comforted by the God of all comfort. Please accept my sincere condolences.

June 15, 2016

Dear Sonia and Family
So sorry for your loss. He is now at peace in God's arms and all of your memories will be with you forever. You are in my thoughts.

Love
Donna Scarpa Gates

Donna Scarpaq Gates

June 14, 2016 | Novato, CA

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