Photo courtesy of CLOSED-Crosby-N. Gray & Co. Funeral Home and Cremation Service
Foster City, California
Aug 30, 1932 – Jan 16, 2021 (Age 88)
With deep sadness we announce that John Florentz Chiapelone passed away peacefully at home in Foster City, surrounded by loved ones, on January 16, 2021. While we will miss him for all our days, we revel in the memory of his broad smile, towering presence, booming voice, and warm, generous...
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Trinity Alps, photo by John Bradshaw
Trinity Alps, photo by John Bradshaw
Dave Pirazzi
July 08, 2021 | LONG BEACH, CA | Friend
Trinity Alps, photo by John Bradshaw
Trinity Alps, photo by John Bradshaw
Dave Pirazzi
July 08, 2021 | LONG BEACH, CA | Friend
1973 Jamboree, photo by John Bradshaw
1973 Jamboree, photo by John Bradshaw
Dave Pirazzi
July 08, 2021 | LONG BEACH, CA | Friend
Heartfelt condolences to the entire Chiapelone family, and a big thank you for sharing John with Troop 156. He was a great scoutmaster and natural leader and gave countless hours towards developing young boys into men. I was one of those fortunate boys and, along with my closest friends, owe John a debt of gratitude that cannot be repaid, but must be paid forward. Scout troops wax and wane over time, largely driven by the involvement and dedication of parents and adult leaders. John inspired...
Dave Pirazzi
July 08, 2021 | LONG BEACH, CA | Friend
Group of 10 Memorial Trees
Mike Galisatus and Family
February 11, 2021 | Redwood City, CA
Our condolences to everyone in the Chiapelone family. We will miss his music and his smiling face.
Mathew and Rebecca Koshy
Mathew Koshy
February 02, 2021 | San Mateo, CA | Friend
In loving memory of an outstanding musician and nurseryman, who provided inspiration for many, served his community, and continues to be so loved by his large family.
Tia Holland (Friend of Jane Chiapelone)
February 02, 2021 | Friend
John - I'll see you in heaven I bet there's a cool nursery for you to run, I'll do the deliveries.
Dennis Granahan
February 01, 2021 | Friend
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Mick Prickett
February 01, 2021 | Friend
