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John Zaccaro Obituary
Passed away March 21, 2007 at the age of 72. He was born Oct. 2, 1934 in New York, and had been a longtime resident of Rancho Palos Verdes. Mr. Zaccaro is survived by his daughters, Jessica (Enrique) Zaccaro-Santiago, Dina (Philip) Allen; grandsons, George Austin Allen, John Carter Allen; fiance, Suzanne Owen; brothers, Joe, Bernie, Sal; sister, Anne Marie. Memorial Mass will be offered Wednesday, March 28, 2007, 3pm, at St. John Fisher Catholic Church in Rancho Palos Verdes. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to: The Sierra Club, Angeles Chapter, 3435 Wilshire Blvd., #320, Los Angeles, CA 90010-1904, (213) 387-4287. Please sign the guest book at www.dailybreeze.com/obits.GREEN HILLS MORTUARY
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Barbara and Ted Bindrim
March 29, 2007
They must have needed one of the world's best Multi-taskers in heaven and chose you too soon, John. You put a lot of living into life and a lot of life into living!So glad we stayed in touch from those good ole high school days. Walk with the angels.
Barbara and Ted Bindrim
Becky Gallagher
March 28, 2007
My heart is saddened by the news of your dad's passing. Though I am unable to make his service, my prayers are with you and your family. I will always remember your dad's energy, love of life, and deep love of his family. Sending you my love-
bruce hensel
March 27, 2007
i can't believe it. i loved him so much. so full of life. so full of vigor. i have not talked to him in two years. i am so sorry about that. my favorite memory of him was when we watched the nba finals together. he was a mentor, a friend. i will always think of him and always be available to anyone who ever knew or loved him.
Mark Williams
March 26, 2007
Mr. Zaccaro was an inspirational force while I was growing up; I admired him very much and was saddened to hear of his passing. My deepest condolences to Dina and Jessica.
wendy sabatini
March 25, 2007
My deepest condolences go out to the Zaccaro family. I had the pleasure of having Mr. Zaccaro as a friend and customer of United Airlines. I will truly miss his laughter and smile deeply.
Marion Ruth
March 25, 2007
Your parents were two terrific people that should be with us today!
Lucky you to have their good genes!
All the Ruths send you good wishes.
Charles McCord
March 25, 2007
Here's to you old friend. We covered a lot of ground. From your Mom's meals in your kitchen, high school, college, NYC, LA, business (real and funny)and special visits with you and Joyce at the "ranch".One rich and full life!! God Bless you buddy.
Charlie McCord
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