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William Brando Obituary

BRANDO WILLIAM "Wally', age 96, March 3, 2005, born and raised in South Phila. devoted husband of the late Lucy (nee Esposito) of 62 yrs, beloved father of Joan Astrella and Anthony (Dolores), loving brother of Margaret Bocelli, Anthony (Marge) Brandolo and the late Dora Palladino, Susie Crowthers and Angie Gentekos, adoring grandfather of Lisa (Bill) Albertson, Richard Astrella, Anthony (Arlene) Brando, Steven (Kathy) Brando, Melissa (Tommy) Gordon, Lauren Brando, Michell Brando and the late Karen nee Astrella (Tony) Duva; also survived by 13 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Viewing Sunday eve 7-9 and Monday 8-9 A.M. from BALDI FUNERAL HOME, 1331 S. Broad St. (Ample Parking on Premises) Funeral Mass 9:30 A.M. Monday St. Nicholas of Tolentine Church, 9th and Watkins Sts. Int. SS Peter and Paul Cem. In lieu of flowers donations in his name may be sent to Cure Autism Now, 5455 Wilshire Blvd., #715, Los Angeles, CA 90036.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News from Mar. 5 to Mar. 6, 2005.

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David Horne

April 22, 2023

Wally was my foreman at Nicholson File Company back in the 1970s. He was well respected as he could perform everyone's job in his department better than they.

I was in my early 20s at the time and moved away from Philadelphia in 1975.

I was pleased to learn that he lived a long life.

DENISE FANTINI

April 9, 2005

Tony, I am so sorry for you lose and I also know that no matter what people say about the age of our parents and all of the oh well he had a full life, It still doesn't take away or make the lose and hurt any less. My deepest sympathy to you and your family

Diana Dougherty

March 9, 2005

What a great guy. Always had a smile and friendly hello. Will always remember how proudly he wore his Phillies hat. Michael and I will always have great memories of our visit to Philadelphia thanks to great time we had at the Phillies game. Love sent from Jack Diana,Anna,Debbie,John and Michael

Brando Reunion 2003

March 6, 2005

Steven Valenti

March 6, 2005

I have wonderful memories of Sunday visits with my Grandma (Dora), Dad (Rocco) and Brother (Rocco) and many others to Uncle Wally and Aunt Lucy's home on 11th Street, where everyone was always welcome, and the food was amazing. We extend our condolences and love to all the Brando Family.

Steven Valenti and Family (Michelle, Alex (4) and Leo (8 mo)), Long Island, NY.

james and lillian gentekos

March 5, 2005

to our dear uncle wally the youngest man we ever new and the greatest dad and man and unc as we called him he will always be in our hearts we love you unc xoxoxoxo

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