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Paul Renzi Obituary
Preceded in death by his first wife of 16 years, Muriel Demers, his older brother Renzo and nephew Allen Umber Renzi. He is also survived by his younger brother, John, (Betty), four nieces and their children.
Paul was born in New York City on February 25, 1926 into a long line of classical musicians, dating back to Italy. He started his professional career at the age of 17, after attending Julliard and Queen's College. Paul performed as principle flautist, alongside his father, oboist, Paolo in Arturo Toscanini's NBC Symphony, as well as the Symphony of the Air. He was the principle flautist in the San Francisco Symphony for over 50 years, and a professor of music at San Francisco State University.
Besides his love of music, Paul was an avid reader and a fan of opera and baseball-playing catch until he was eighty, with his buddy, Herb.
A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday January 6th at 7pm at Duggan's Serra Mortuary, 500 Westlake Ave, Daly City. Friends and colleagues are welcome to come and share stories of Paul.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The American Diabetes Association or The San Francisco Boys and Girls Club.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Rufus Olivier Jr.
November 7, 2023
He was a great friend and mentor, what a way to start my career. I´ll be forever grateful and will never forget him. Rufus Olivier
January 5, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
John and Betty Renzi
January 5, 2015
Rest in peace my dear brother. As were were growing up, I remember the hours you spent dedicated to practice and perfecting your play. Those hours sure paid off because your music brought joy to everyone who heard you. Your playing was brilliant! Your loving brother, John
Johnny,renee,Vince,Erica sollini
January 3, 2015
Laurinda and family,
Friends who love you surround you...
Andrea Renzi Harvey
January 3, 2015
May your hearts and minds be filled with wonderful memories of joyful and loving times together as you celebrate a blessed life well lived.
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