Lucia Caruso

Lucia Caruso

Lucia Caruso Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Nov. 18 to Nov. 19, 2013.
Lucia V. Caruso

Resident of Sonoma, CA.


June 21, 1932 - Nov. 15, 2013


Lucia was born in San Francisco, Ca. to parents, Domenico Villeggiante and Salvatrice Villeggiante. Lucia was the youngest and last surviving of three brothers and one sister. Lucia Graduated from Balboa High school in 1950.


Lucia is survived by her loving husband Joe Caruso of 55 years. During that time she had two loving Daughters, Renee (Dominic) and Regina (Michael). She also has two Grandsons and one Granddaughter, one Great-Grandchild along with several loving Nieces and Nephews, Sister-in-Law, God-Children, and extended family and friends.


The Vigil Service is Thur. 11/21 at 5:30pm followed by a Rosary at 7pm. The Funeral Mass will be at 10am on Fri 11/22. All services to be held at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Martinez CA. Please contact Queen of Heaven Cemetery and Mortuary at (925)932-0900 for any questions.



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November 18, 2013

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Mary Feccia

December 1, 2013

Dearest Joe, Gina & Renee. We are so sorry to hear of Lucy's passing. My mother, Eloise has many stories of their 65 year friendship, especially their teenage antics and driving about town in the blue jewel. Our Love & Prayers to you all.

Ginny Breen (Merle)

November 20, 2013

Dear Regina and Renee,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your wonderful mother. Many happy memories spent at your house as well as down at the restaurant. Thinking of you and your families. Much love- Ginny ("MERLE")

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