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Cyril Gilfether Obituary
Gilfether, Cyril Robert, 96, born April 11, 1906 in San Francisco, died November 6, 2002. Longtime resident of Piedmont, CA. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Gilfether. Devoted brother of Sr. Mary Bernarda, SNJM. Loving father of Robert F., Bernarda M., James P., and Thomas M. Gilfether. Cherished father-in-law of Margaret, Joann, and Catherine Gilfether. Adored grandfather of Shannon McBee, Kevin Gilfether, Karin Link, Michele, Kristin, and Kerry Gilfether. Great grandfather of 4. Uncle of Frank Casey Brennan. Graduate of St. Mary's College, Moraga. Longtime devoted parishioner of St. Leo's Catholic Church, Oakland. Past President of East Bay Council of St. Vincent de Paul Society. One of the founders, and 25-year director of St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room, Oakland. Past president of the Laurentian Institute, member of the Serra Club, Knight of St. Gregory, resident of Mercy Care Retirement Center. Vigil service Sunday, November 10, 2002, 3:00 p.m., Albert Brown Mortuary, 3476 Piedmont Ave., Oakland. Mass in celebration of his life, Monday, November 11, 2002, 10:00 a.m., St. Leo's Church, Piedmont Avenue and Ridgeway, Oakland. Private interment. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room, Oakland, or St. Mary's East Bay Scholarship Fund, Inc. 5644 Broadway Terrace, Oakland, 94618.
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Kerry Gilfether
November 13, 2002
Cy was my grandfather. Grampy, as I called him... he was a wonderful man, we will all miss him very much. I'd like to say we weren't expecting this... he'd been in the hospital many times before, facing death, but pulled out of it and to everyone's suprise and joy. But it was time. He was feeling tired and streched. I hope he rests in peace. I know in heaven he will be beside God, probably stirring things up. I love you Grampy.
Marianne & John Poppas
November 11, 2002
I first met Cy when he volunteered at BACS with the Alzheimer's and Frail Elder program.. He brought many a happy smile with his music and friendliness.I'm sure that he is doing the same thing right now......
Barbara Chabot
November 10, 2002
I worked with Cy several years ago, when I was the Excutive Secretary for St. Vincent De Paul, Oakland. Cy was always kind to me and I much appreciated his words of support and advice. The world is a kinder place because of him.
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