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Eugene Tagliaferri Obituary
Resident of Millbrae
Passed away at home March 9, 2012 from heart failure. He is survived by his loving wife Pat of 50 years and son Rex. Gene's first born son Robert Gene preceded him in death in 2001. He also leaves behind his only grandson Connor, daughter in law Patty, sister Madeline, sister-in-law Nancy and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Gene was born April 28, 1939 and lived his entire life in the home he was raised in. He was a big part of the Capuchino Green and Golden Era. After high school he went on to San Jose State to play football. Before the season started, he broke his ankle in practice. There went football. Baseball was just around the corner. After a good year in baseball, he signed a pitching bonus contract with The Kansas City A's. After a few years on the road, he had problems with his pitching arm and decided to call it quits. Gene then bought Newells Cocktail Lounge in San Bruno. Later bought the building too. - His next adventure came, Race Horses. He got a trainers license and started training and breeding race horses. This became his real passion. Pleasanton was his home grounds for his horses. He loved the Fair Circuit and especially Ferndale. Remembrance of Gene will be held privately by family and friends in their own loving way. We will miss him deeply.
Chapel of the Highlands, Millbrae
(650) 588-5116
chapelofthehighlands.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Eugene Tagliaferri
Jerry Scattini
March 8, 2022
It is amazing how fast life seems to be going by as it has already been ten years since Tag has passed. We all miss and remember his presents in our lives.
Jim Finney
March 15, 2021
I'd like to add a poem in his memory
Gene
A smooth passer
And not a bad fastball
A natural
Until he was broken
In so many places
That he couldn't use his grace
On any field
So he took on horses
And let them run for him
It wasn't the same
As completing a 30 yard pass
Or a neat strikeout
But when your horse is ahead
Running full out
You can forget everything
Jim Finney 2021
Bill Bowman
March 8, 2020
Tag will always be in my heart. He is the spirit of Caps Golden Era.
March 8, 2020
Gone but not forgotten. Jerry Scattini
June 6, 2012
orry to hear about Gene. We played baseball together in Lewiston and corresponded several times over the years. Isaw him in San Francisco the day of the 1989 quake. My condolences! Dave Hill
Mary Fisher/Green
March 25, 2012
My heart goes out to the family. It is so very hard losing a loved one.
Dave Muhic
March 18, 2012
Our family [Muhic] will remember Tag very well, from the bums alley games we played, my brother Bill playing on their 58 football team, and the many memories growing up in the same neighborhood. Brother John spent many hours with Tag and became close friends. our thoughts and prays are with you. Dave muhic
Bill Cole
March 16, 2012
Billy The Kid Cole was tags right half back and with Jerry Scattini in 1956 Tag was a cool quarter back .
I will always keep those memories in my life,Tag was a true gentelman.
My harte goes out to the familey.
March 15, 2012
Tag was one of those people that everyone just gravitated to. He always could make me laugh. He was the embodiment of the word: "COOL"
With deepest sympathy to his family.
Lance Hailstone, Costa Mesa, CA
Michelle Carson and Family
March 15, 2012
Dearest Pat - Our hearts go out to you and your family at this time, and in the days ahead. May your memories bring you comfort.
John & Gayle Dallara
March 15, 2012
Gean was a friend of ours later in life. I met him through my good friend Benny Muniz who was a partner of his in Newells Bar which I frequented quite often. He allways treated me good & gave me a lot of work on the side. I also became a partner of his in a horse they called Safeway Pat which he named after his wife. I can rememberhow happy we where when Safeway Pat got her first win for us. Like everyone else we will miss him. May he rest in peace.
Jerry Cresta
March 15, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jerry Scattini
March 15, 2012
Gene Tagliaferri was our leader and friend through grade school, high school, and junior college. A natural athlete, he looked as if he were performing effortlessly. As quarterback during Capuchino's golden years, he had the ability of a field general; he called the plays and found the strengths of each member of his team. He made better athletes of us all. Later in life, he told us that horses were the same as athletes; they were competitive, skilled, and motivated. But, "Most of all, Tag said, they had to have heart." To Pat and Rex and all your family, we know how much you will miss him. He will remain in all of our hearts.
Diane and Jerry Scattini
Paul Tapia
March 15, 2012
I played against Tag in football and baseball in 1957 and 1958. He was always a fierce competitor, but a great guy. I was the other quarterback in that historic 68 to 45 football game at Jefferson High School. Some sportswriter did a 40 year anniversary story about that game. Tag came up to Jeff and we met and had our photos taken and all that crap for the story, but the thing I remember most about that day was how much Tag made me laugh with his stories and recollections about sports and life in general. Like everyone he touched in life... Tap will miss Tag. Paul Tapia, Santa Rosa
denyse barr
March 15, 2012
March 14,2012
Gene Tag was my favorite tennis partner's and friend's dear husband. I always liked him because he called a "spade a spade" and was a loyal husband and father and provider. Gene was the real McCoy!! He always made me feel at home when I visited Pat. Sometimes he would cook in their kitchen or barbeque and always had wholesome good-tasting fresh food to offer me if it was around dinner time. {very Italian} He and Pat were always generous and gracious. Gene always reminded me of my father who also was very loyal,generous,and told it like it was!! He was worldly like my dad but stayed loyal to his family. I remember Gene and his tearful eyes at his dear son's Memorial and how he on the exterior didn't seem to show his emotions but dearly loved his two sons, wife, and family and was devastated to lose Rob, as we all were. I recall Rob and Gene frequently going into their hot tub together and I always thought how nice it was that they had that special time together as father and son. Longevity in his marriage and love for his family demonstrated his fine character and steadfastness in a world that no longer believes in commitment!! My heart goes out to his dear wife, my friend, Pat and Rex, and remaining family. My prayers are with you all. May Our Lord keep you and bring you peace in your time of sorrow.
Denyse Barr
March 14, 2012
Patty and family...I really regretted hearing of Tags passing.He was a special friend and i hold many fond memories of our time together.
Love to you and your family
Gary Toogood
Robert Asbury
March 14, 2012
Even in his youth Gene loomed larger than life. Back in our Little League days Gene and Jerry Scattini caught sight of the professional model infielder's glove I showed up with and immediately convinced me that I'd make a far better catcher than an infielder, and as long as I couldn't use an infielder's glove behind the plate, they'd gladly watch over it for me. And so I donned "the tools of ignorance and squatted behind the plate, and of course to ensure that it wasn't stolen while I was behind the plate, they watched over it by using the glove when I was behind the plate and I was happy to see them use it.
To me, Gene was always larger than life, and though we lost track of one another after my graduation and stint in the service, I followed his career throughout my time overseas.
To me he and Jerry will always be two super athletes that took the time to befriend a newcomer and make him feel welcome.
My only regret is the fact that after returning home from overseas I failed to contact him. In a way, in making me feel included and important, Gene helped mold the man I later became.
Bob O'Hara
March 14, 2012
When I think of Capuchino High School and the Class of 58, Tag automatically comes to memory. He gave me many great memories with his wit, skills and athletic prowess. He will be missed in person, but will live with his classmates.
Tommy Edwards
March 14, 2012
Tag made a mean rack of lamb! Many great memories in Ferndale, Santa Rosa and Pleasanton race tracks.
Bill Bowman
March 14, 2012
Gene was our de facto leader and one of the finest athletes to ever play on the Peninsula. He was not only a great physical athlete but a leader. When Tag ran the football team, you knocked yourself to succeed. I was on the field when his leg was broken and it still makes me sad to think of what it might have been.
Godwin & May Woon
March 14, 2012
With Sympathy..Our thoughts are with you
Dick Maynard
March 14, 2012
Tag, Thanks for the memories. I blocked for you in football and caught for you in baseball. You were a sports leader for many of us. Thanks Tag!
Gene Tagliaferri
March 14, 2012
I fondly remember Gene from Capuchino High English class. He was a really nice guy and a teriffic athlete. My condolences to the family. Rest in peace our special class of 58 friend.
Colleen 'Stretch' Long
Mike Bunker
March 14, 2012
Tag graduated from CAP as I became a freshman. Tag was in my brother Dan's class and I would attend the football games with my dad during his time at CAP. He was a hero to me at the time. Over the years I would run into him (especially later at his bar in Milbrae) and we would discuss baseball and Wally's career etc. He really liked my dad and my dad liked him. I used to not plan very well and occasionly, especialy early Sunday mornings, would stop in to cash a check as the bank was closed! I guess you could say he was my first ATM!!!! I have great memories of TAG and I will never forget him!! He was a nice guy. Mike Bunker
Mike Bunker
March 14, 2012
Tag graduated from CAP as I became a freshman. Tag was in my brother Dan's class and I would attend the football games with my dad during his time at CAP. He was a hero to me at the time. Over the years I would run into him (especially later at his bar in Milbrae) and we would discuss baseball and Wally's career etc. He really liked my dad and my dad liked him. I used to not plan very well and occasionly, especialy early Sunday mornings, would stop in to cash a check as the bank was closed! I guess you could say he was my first ATM!!!! I have great memories of TAG and I will never forget him!! He was a nice guy. Mike Bunker
David Parks
March 14, 2012
My family send its condolences. God bless you Gene.
Al Steenvoorde
March 14, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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