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Joseph DEL PONTE Obituary
DEL PONTE, Joseph P. 'Papa'
A resident of Sacramento, passed away peacefully on April 3,2012, surrounded by his loving family. He was 86. Born March 26, 1926, in San Rafael, CA. As a young boy during the Depression era, he sold newspapers on the corner; those earnings helped with family expenses. After later moving to Sacramento and attending Sacramento High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1944, becoming a member of "The Greatest Generation". After his discharge, he met and married his beloved wife, Gloria. They were married 55 years before her passing in 2002. He worked for the Sacramento Police Dept. for 20 years before retiring as a sergeant. Though he became an avid cyclist late in life, he and Gloria enjoyed a lifetime of traveling and golf. He attended countless events and milestones of his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A kind, loving and generous man, his family was a tremendous source of pride and love, they will miss him greatly. Joe was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Ruth Del Ponte; his wife Gloria; daughter Patti Jo Del Ponte; brother Edward Del Ponte; and sister Angelina Quinn. He is survived by his daughter Linda Wallace (Vern); grandson Jeff Wallace (Kim); granddaughters, Shelly Bautista (Marco) and Gina Monaco; great-granddaughters, Alexandra Bautista and Jaye Wallace; brother Robert Del Ponte (Roberta); sister Patricia Collins; and many nieces and nephews. A Visitation will take place on Monday, April 9 from 4-7pm and Funeral Service on Tuesday, April 10 at 11:00am, both will take place at Nicoletti, Culjis & Herberger Funeral Home, 5401 Folsom Blvd., Sacto. Interment will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Vitas Hospice. Rest in Peace, Papa, we love you. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation in his name to Vitas Hospice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph DEL PONTE
Kaitlyn (Bravo) Chavez
April 17, 2012
To all of the DelPonte family I am so sorry for your loss. I came across this while I was looking for my own grandfathers obituary on the exact same day. Its crazy how things happen in life. When I was younger my mom and Patti worked together. And for a few days every summer I would go and stay with Gina and Patti. I have so many great memories. It has been so long since I have seen Gina and hope this makes its way to her. Again, Im so very sorry for the loss you all feel. I totally understand what you are going through. Like I said my Grampa died the exact same day. Love, prayers, and warm thoughts to you all.
Barbara Hopper
April 16, 2012
Dear Linda and Vern and family - remembering how close and dear your dad was to you, I am sad for you now that he has passed on. Know that I am thinking about you as you grieve, but I am sure you are going over some wonderful memories that will always be with you.
Deborah Carreon
April 13, 2012
Dear DelPonte Family,
Sending Condolences To All of You, Mr.DePonte was a very Honorable Man &the photos tell his life story,He Loved his Family.
As a little girl,I Loved Patti & spent alot of time with her.He was very sweet & loved his Milkshakes!
Sympathies & Prayers to you all,
Deborah Carreon & Tenorio Family
Mike & Cindy Libbee
April 10, 2012
Dear Linda, Vern, and family -
Mike and I were saddened to hear of Uncle Joe's passing. He will always hold a special place in our memories. He brightened our holidays each and every year with his telephone calls and well wishes. May God bless you and your family during this time and always.
R. L. Davis
April 10, 2012
Joe has gone 908 from this shift, but he is 909 on the heavenly shift where he is greeted by his brothers in blue.
Gina Monaco
April 10, 2012
A candle of unity for Nona, Mom and Papa..Love Gina
Gina Monaco
April 9, 2012
Papa-there is not one memory of my life without you in it. You will forever be missed and always be loved and remembered by your family for many generations. All my Love, Binkie (Granddaughter)
Kerry Bagwill
April 9, 2012
I am so saddened to hear of Joe's passing. What a huge loss to those of us still here on Earth. I have so many great experiences and memories with him, Gloria, Patti Jo, Linda, Vern, Gina, Jeffrey and Shelly that I will always cherish for the rest of my life. Joe treated me like a daughter and I will miss his big heart, kindness, generosity and great sense of humor. My deepest condolences to all of his family and friends. His legacy will live on in all those who were fortunate to know this wonderful man. Until we meet again... Rest in peace.
John Pond
April 9, 2012
What a wonderful man... Joe and Gloria were customers at Sheldon Golf Center, and after Gloria's passing, Joe continued to come in, have some coffee, and share his good spirit with us. Such a gentleman. You are missed, Joe...
Robert Denham
April 8, 2012
Our condolences to Linda and Vern and all of Joseph Papa Del Ponte's family and friends. Rest in peace.
Robert and Sharen Denham
Andrea Francis
April 8, 2012
I love Papa! I will always remember his funny comments! ("All I need is a bed, a microwave, and a pisser").
It was so nice to have dinners with him and Gina--especially since my own grandparents passed away during my high school years. Papa always gave me and Gina that priceless Grandpa humor and advice. Rest in Peace "Papa."
The Brody Family
April 8, 2012
Dear Del Ponte Family,
We've been neighbors with Joe for over 40 years. He was such a nice man and quite the character! We'll miss seeing him doing his yard work, riding his bike for hours around the neighborhood and having humorous chats with him. The place won't be the same without him! What a lovely family he left behind--we're so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Joe.
Ian Carah
April 8, 2012
A grateful nation mourns its loss. Rest in peace, Sir.
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