Umberto José Fontana Briceño

Elizabeth,
I am so sorry to hear of Umberto's passing. My "gustatory memory" does not approach that of Umberto, but I will never forget the risotto dinner that he made for the three of us at my home shortly after my husband's death. Umberto was charming, generous, and empathic. The two of you made a great team. My thoughts are with you. Lynn

Querida Liz,My.husband and I are deeply saddened by the news of Umberto deceased. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I truly appreciate your telephone call. Warmly, Maritza

What a vivacious, big-hearted soul!

I love you so so so mich Grandpapa! I will really miss you. Even though you are not going to be with us, you will always be in our hearts. Just the other day, after visiting you in the hospital I was making a salad (I was at your house) and I attempted to cut carrots with a spoon. After that, I had a little debate with you in my head. Ev though you werent gone yet, I was amazed at how real it felt. I love you with all my heart forever! Love, Millsy May P.S....

Sorry to receive the news of your passing, Umberto. You are always the one who reminds me every time I go to a soccer game. We were on soccer teams together at Peddie starting from sophomore year til we graduated in '56. You were very quick and fast so you always played in the front line to score goals. I was a bit slower so I played fullback to protect the goal. It was just great. You rest in peace, my friend. May Please God bless your family.

Elizabeth,

I was sorry to hear about Umberto's passing. He has been such a large presence in my life and in the lives of the Beach boys. We will miss him and remember fondly his laughter, his handshakes, his opinions (?) and mostly how happy you two were.

Please stop in Asheville for lunch some day soon!

Blessings, Carla

Elizabeth, Gene and I extend our heartfelt condolences to you. We share some very special memories of our days in Caracas with you and your family. Love and hugs to you, Linda Desvernine

Elizabeth, I am so sorry to hear of the death of your beloved husband and friend. I will be thinking of you.

Umberto was a very good friend of mine but we lost contact when he left Venezuela. I have very fond memories of the good times we had with him and Liz. His intelligence and.finely tuned sense of humor were always a delight to share with our friends.My sincerest condolences go out to his family and especially Liz, who I know was.the light of his life, especially in the second phase of their life together.Larry Frank