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1927
DIED
2013
F. Gaan Obituary
Feb 4, 1927 - Feb 16, 2013
Resident of San Jose
Loving husband of Freda; father of Rita, Rick (June), and Rob (Erin); and step-father of Bea, Pat, Dee and Chris; cherished grandfather of 8; great-grandfather of 2; and friend to many world-wide.
Born the youngest of 9 in Shanghai, China. Immigrated to his beloved USA in 1956 and fully embraced the American Dream. After a long career in accounting and business consulting, he volunteered enthusiastically at O'Connor Hospital. A lifelong singer, he loved karaoke and an active social life. He had a passion for history, politics, and his Rams and Dodgers sports teams.
Visitation 5-9pm (6pm rosary) Feb. 26 at St Martin of Tours Church 200 O'Connor Dr., San Jose. Memorial mass at 1pm Feb. 27 at the St Joseph Chapel inside O'Connor Hospital 2105 Forest Ave., San Jose.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his name to O'Connor Hospital Foundation - Spiritual Care Services Fund.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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