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Salvatore Joseph Maleti II

1945 - 2019

Salvatore Joseph Maleti II obituary, 1945-2019, Stanford, CA

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1945

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2019

Salvatore Maleti Obituary

Salvatore Joseph Maleti II
Nov. 15, 1945 - Mar. 5, 2019
Resident of Santa Cruz
Sal, as he was better known, was born in San Jose to Salvatore (Sammy) and Irene Maleti and passed away unexpectedly on March 5th at Stanford Hospital. The second of 4 children, he attended school in San Jose, graduating from Lincoln High Class of '63, of which he was very proud. After serving in the Army Reserves, in 1967 he married Carol Bertozzi of Santa Cruz. Since she would not move over the hill, he was happy to move to Santa Cruz, where he lived the rest of his life. He had two sons, Salvatore Joseph (Joe) Maleti, III and Steven James Maleti.
While commuting back & forth to his job at San Jose Friction Materials, Sal had his eye on a "big rig" and decided to purchase one. He drove for Roy C. Davis and Hildebrand Trucking. He then worked for several years at Granite Rock. In 1979, he started his lifelong career in real estate. He became a broker, and as Sal Maleti Real Estate, developed many projects in Santa Cruz and Scotts Valley, and was most proud of the Soquel-Morrissey Center building. He also worked along side his life-long friend, Chuck Perry of Charles Perry Real Estate.
He had a strong passion for cars, and he took great joy going to NASCAR races with his son, Joe. Over the years he was an avid outdoorsman and was privileged to be a guest at the Santa Cruz Gun Club, having many cherished memories there.
Sal counted his blessings for his wonderful sons and was devastated when his son, Steven died at seven months old. He had two more blessings added to his life...his grandchildren, Isabella and Michael, that he loved and adored more than he could ever imagine.
He is survived by his wife of almost 52 years, Carol Maleti, his son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Alex Maleti and his grandchildren Isabella Maleti and Michael Maleti. He also leaves his sister, Pat Mann, his brother Ron Maleti and his sister, Barbara Perry and her husband, Steve Perry, as well as many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death are his parents, Salvatore (Sammy) and Irene Maleti, and son, Steven.
Sal had a memorable personality. "Once met, not forgotten". He always had an opinion to give and enjoyed trailblazing his own path, no matter where it led. He was loved by many and his presence will be greatly missed. At his request, there will be no services, however his family is planning a celebration of his life for a later date.
One of Sal's favorite charities was Lucile Packard Children's Fund. Donations made in his memory would be appreciated (or your favorite charity): Lucile Packard Children's Fund, 400 Hamilton Ave, Ste 340, Palo Alto, CA 94301-1805. If you would like to send condolences to Sal's family, share a memory or light a candle please visit www.scmemorial.com


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Published by Santa Cruz Sentinel on Mar. 17, 2019.

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LINDA SEGAL

March 12, 2021

It has been two years since our family lost Sal. Each holiday, each family gathering (even though we haven't had many due to Covid) is a reminder of how big a presence and a gift he was for us all. He added life and humor to all our lives. We miss him now and always will.

Joe Hall

March 23, 2019

Over the years I had the pleasure of working with Sal on various projects he submitted to the Santa Cruz Planning Department. He and Chuck Perry were a great team and we always looked forward to reviewing their latest development projects. I will miss Sal and meeting him at various times throughout the city and pass on my condolences to his family.

Bob D'Adamo

March 22, 2019

With Sal's passing, my condolences to the Maleti families.

March 21, 2019

Carol and family,
So sorry for your loss
Love and prayers!

Don and Georgann Caponigro

March 21, 2019

Only had the pleasure of meeting Sal via phone calls. Very sad indeed to hear of his passing. I felt like I knew him well and He was a very good man. So sorry. May He rest in peace and tranquility!!
- H. Patrick

Dick Stubendorff

March 19, 2019

Carol and family,

I am sad to hear of Sal's passing. Over the years I always considered him and you good friends. I hope you find comfort in knowing that many people out there have the same feelings and that he was not only successful in business but more importantly in life.

Dick Stubendorff

Burney

March 18, 2019

When someone we love falls asleep in death the memories we have of them become our treasure may those treasures of a life well lived bring comfort to you during this difficult time I am so sorry for your loss

Phil & Linda Segal

March 18, 2019

It has been two weeks since losing cousin Sal so suddenly and too soon. Sal was an honorable man who said what he meant and meant what he said. He was passionate about issues he believed in. Brave and undaunted, he lived life to the fullest, on his terms, until he was deprived of life. Above all, Sal was a devoted family man and loyal friend to many. We will continue to love and miss Sal, and his example of how to live life.

March 18, 2019

Carol and family,

So sorry to hear about Sal, and I hope you and your family find peace in the memories of what a great guy he was, he had a lot of friends and family that treasured him. Seems like yesterday we were all in school, and now we have families and grandchildren. I think grand kids are the frosting on the cupcakes of life, treasure them and they will help you though this time of sadness - Jeff Bays Gabrio

March 18, 2019

Carol and Family,

So sorry to hear the news, I hope your family finds peace and that you all are doing better real soon- Jeff Bays Gabrio

ROBERT BORELLI

March 18, 2019

CAROL AND FAMILY IAM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS...LOVE AND PRAYERS

AC Smith

March 17, 2019

I worked in residential real estate in and around Santa Cruz County for a decade or so in the '90s 2000s.
Had occasion to represent a buyer in a transaction where Sal had the seller, and subsequently ran into him a number of times around town (once he knew you, he never forgot you).
Said simply: Sal was a stand up guy. He always seemed to me like a man used to making his own way, not following the crowd. And I never doubted that his word was his bond.
I respected him, and will miss his presence.
My heartfelt thoughts to his family, and all who he had touched over the years.
Santa Cruz will miss him.

Shannon Wayne

March 17, 2019

I remember Sal as a very funny, social man and a very loving and supportive grandfather to his grandchildren. I cheered with him and his wife at baseball games and he once accidentally stole our folding chairs from a game and then of course returned them which turned out to be quite comical! He always was friendly and smiling at pick ups from school or from play dates at our house. Such a great personality and so helpful. He and Carol did a fantastic job raising their son Joe, with whom, along with Alex, Michael and Isabella, we are great friends. We are so sorry that Sal passed away. We hope his surviving family members can find peace and closure. We are so glad we were able to know him.

March 16, 2019

My heart goes out to the family during this most difficult time, for your deep loss. May you find comfort in prayer and gain strength knowing that God "hears your prayers" and that he feels your deepest pain. (Jeremiah 29:12,13; Zechariah 2:8)

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