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Jerry Tessaro Obituary
Stockton, CA
Dec. 17, 1917 - December 16, 2006
Jerry Day Tessaro, 88, passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2006 in Stockton, CA. He was born December 17, 1917 in Marysville, CA. He was very proud of both his 25 year Navy career and his 15 years of service with the Department of Corrections as a Supervising Cook. He was a Pearl Harbor survivor and had just returned from the 65th reunion of the survivors and the Groundbreaking for the USS Oklahoma Memorial in Honolulu Hawaii. He loved to share his many experiences. Jerry was a member of the Elks, SIRS #87 and the Italian Athletic Club. He was the beloved husband of Rita Tessaro for 28 years. Loving father of Roxana Horton and husband Jim of Lodi and the late Jerry William Tessaro; stepfather of Allison Canepa and husband Jeff of Lodi and the late Dena McHan. Cherished grandfather of 9 grand children and 12 great grandchildren. Dear brother of John Tessaro, Dee Ferrera, Kay Leoni, Ruby Lee, Harry Skuris, Pete Skuris and the late Rose Linardos and Nat Tessaro. Brother-in-law of John and Barbara Galgiani. He was "The Host" of all the family gatherings throughout the years. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service at DeYoung Memorial Chapel, 601 N. California St., Stockton on Thursday, December 21, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. Visitation will be held at DeYoung Memorial Chapel on Tuesday 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Comittal at Stockton Rural Cemetery.
Memorials to, Hospice of San Joaquin, 3888 Pacific Ave. Stockton, CA 95204.
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Judy Botts
December 21, 2006
Roxanne, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I have not seen you since we worked together at San Joaquin General Hospital, but I remember you well. May Heavenly Father put his protective arms around you to comfort you during this time and may your memories of your father remain happy and cherished.
Joyce Mandracken
December 21, 2006
Our deepest condolences to you and your family, Rita. My memories of Jerry shall forever remain with me, as he was a good and gracious neighbor. I always looked forward to seeing him outside and talking with him about your trips to Hawaii. Especially whenever he spoke about Pearl Harbor. Mahalo Nui Loa(Thank you very much) Lord, for letting me have a wonderful couple as neighbors.
Maria Adame
December 21, 2006
Ms. Roxi, I'm so sorry to hear of your sorrow. I can still hear your daddy's voice when he would call for you here at the office. It was always truly a joy to speak with him. God bless you and keep you safe.
Muriel Brandon
December 21, 2006
Roxanne, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My condolences to you and your family for your loss. you may not be working with us at YATC but you are in our hearts and prayers.
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Debbie Dial
December 21, 2006
Brian and I were very sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. My the Lord give your comfort.
Jason, Robyne, Cheo & Batie Tessaro
December 21, 2006
We remember Grandpa Jerry always smiling, laughing, and telling wonderful stories. He is truly a hero to many, a man of character and pride. He will be missed.
William Carter CWO/USN Ret
December 20, 2006
I only met Uncle Jerry once, but during that brief period of time, I enjoyed hearing his "sea stories" as much he enjoyed telling them.
Those who have served their country during times of conflict, fully understand the cost of freedom that that many of us take for granted.
Karen Skuris
December 20, 2006
My heart goes out to his immediate family in this time of sorrow. Uncle Jerry was someone I always looked forward to seeing at our reunions. At the last family reunion he talked his great niece Natasha into joining the Navy instead of the Airforce! Uncle Jerry will be missed.
Rose Mary & Pete Radotic
December 20, 2006
We will always remember Jerry as a kind and loving man, a true gentleman.
Dustin Tessaro
December 19, 2006
Jerry was a great man and a true pizan. There are no words to express the loss felt. He meant so much to my grandfather and my whole family. We'll miss him!!
Our prayers are with his immediate family. Dormire bene il mio amore. Vederla presto.
Jim and Jodi Horton
December 19, 2006
GrandPa Jerry,
My mermories of you are many with all of the fun we shared. I could not imagine the Canada fishing trip or the many fishing trips on the Delta without you being there. The way you yelled "Fish on" when you hooked into the big one or the way you set the hook was a lessoned learned for me. I will not forget the time pops told you, you were getting a bite when you were baiting your own hook. You grabbed your pole and set the hook only to realize that your, hook was in the boat. All of the holiday dinners you prepared were the best ever. The stories you shared about Pearl Harbor and your days in the Navy always captured our attention. We are very proud of all that you accompolished in your life. You will be missed by our entire family.
"Bert" Tessaro
December 19, 2006
My heart goes out to you in this time of sorrow. I will remember with great joy all the stories told at the family reunions. Uncle Jerry will be missed.
Judy Unger
December 19, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Jerry will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Louie Airola jr.
December 19, 2006
We of the Sirs Br. # 66 offer our
thoughts and prayers to the family.
Jerry was one of our members in good
standing,He will be missed by all
our Sirs.L.Airola Sunshine chair.
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