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Joseph Badame Obituary
Apr 24, 1928-Feb 18, 2013
Resident of Monte Sereno
Joseph passed away peacefully with his family by his side. Born in San Jose, Joseph grew up in the Santa Clara Valley where he helped his parents, the late Antoinette and Tony Badame, manage an orchard renowned for its peaches, cherries, and apricots. He went on to pursue a career in medicine, graduating from Creighton University Medical School in 1952. Subsequently he married the love of his life, Frances McNulty, who preceded him in death. After serving as a medical officer during the Korean War, he obtained an advanced degree in medicine and established a practice as a general surgeon in the Bay Area. He was a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Diplomate of the American Board of Surgery, and Member of the Santa Clara County Medical Association. Joseph touched and saved the lives of many as a surgeon in a practice that spanned nearly 40 years.
He loved to work with his hands and was also a master mechanic and machinist. Among the many things he designed and built were a tractor, backyard gazebo, go-carts for his children, and a sausage machine that was featured in the San Jose Mercury News.
Joseph was a man of many talents but he was also deeply devoted to his family. He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his children: Anne, Christine, Mary (Pat), Anthony (Melissa), Joe (Martha); grandchildren: Jennifer (Sean), Laura (Sohail), Lisa, Erin and Sophia, and numerous other relatives and friends.
Rosary will be held at 7:30 pm on Friday, February 22. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 am Saturday, February 23. Both services will be at St. Mary's Church, 219 Bean Ave, Los Gatos. Following the Mass, interment will be at Madronia Cemetery, 14766 Oak Street, Saratoga.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Badame
Mario, Maria, Alexandra, Elizabeth, and David de la Torre
March 6, 2013
To Joe, Martha, & the Badame family,
We send our deepest condolences, and we pray God blesses you with loving memories that will comfort you and remind you throughout the rest of your lives of the love and joy you have shared together.
Carlos, Maria, Ivonne de la Torre
February 23, 2013
Our deepest condolences to the Badame family. You are in our prayers. God bless you all.
Lisa Traikoff
February 23, 2013
Dear Anne and Christine,
I have fond memories of your parents from Oxford Ln. I remember your Dad making giant bags of popcorn for the neighborhood kids out playing on a summer night. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Lisa Traikoff
Mandar & Indira Joshi
February 23, 2013
Our heart felt condolences on your loss.
Marina De La Torre
February 22, 2013
To Joe & you Family
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Josephine Polos
February 22, 2013
My nephew was a wonderful man and was always there for friends and family. He always had a big smile! My heartfelt condolences to his family.
Josephine Badame Polos San Jose, Ca.
Sheryl Badame Fairbaugh
February 22, 2013
So sorry to hear of the passing of my cousin. My thoughts and prayers are with his children during this difficult time.
Carlos & Aida Fernandez
February 22, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tom Lockyer
February 22, 2013
Dear Joe: I know today must have been a very difficult day-- and tomorrow even harder. It is such a difficult experience to lose our Fathers, but it is something that each of us must go through-- in this journey. Ed and I are thinking of you and your family -- wishing you strength, peace, comfort and loving memories. Tom and Ed
Rinat Abastado
February 22, 2013
Dear Joe and family,
Our hearts are with you at this time.
How fortunate was last year were you deepened the connection with your dad; that your father passed knowing your deep love for him and his place in your life. I appreciate knowing you, and your commitment for the things that are important in life.
We send Dr. Badame our best thoughts on his ongoing journey. And we send you and your family our love at this tender time.
Vered Ben-Dor and Rinat Abastado
Bolivar De La Torre
February 22, 2013
To Joe and his family
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Eddie de la Torre
February 22, 2013
"In the Buddhist view, the bonds that link people are not a matter of this lifetime alone. And because those who have died in a sense live on within us, our happiness is naturally shared with those who have passed away. So, the most important thing is for those of us who are alive at this moment to live with hope and strive to become happy"...Daisaku Ikeda
Joe, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers...Nam Myoho Renge Kyo
Lisa de la Torre
February 22, 2013
Dear Joe,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear father. Please know that you are in all of our thoughts as you move through this very difficult time. I know that you had such respect for your father and I enjoyed hearing you talk about him. Please know that althought distance may separate us, always remember how much we care about you. Take comfort in knowing that you were a good son to both your father and mother. I know they must have been so proud and happy to have you as their son. Hope to talk to you soon.
Georg, Cecilia and Kiara Augenius
February 22, 2013
Dear Joe and Martha - Our sincere sadness in the loss of your loved one. May your faith that He is with the Lord, give you strength.
Cristina Fernandez
February 22, 2013
To Dr. Joe's Family: Our deepest condolences. You are in our prayers. Love, Cristina Fernandez and Jim Braidic
Jazmina Vasconez
February 22, 2013
Joe, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Martha de la Torre Badame
February 22, 2013
Dr. Joe, I promise to visit Mezzojuso with your Guiseppe as we discussed. I will miss our research sessions on San Jose history, your Sicilian ancestors, and our lively debates on everything from brining turkeys to proper gardening techniques. I loved making you Ecuadorean empanadas. You ate them with such zeal. Thank you for your companionship and affection. Your loving daughter-in-law.
Cynthia Evans
February 21, 2013
My sincerest sympathies and thoughts of love to all the family during this very difficult time. I pray that God will comfort you. You are all in my prayers.
Chaplain Richard Reuer
February 21, 2013
I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a grateful nation as an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one. (If you wish a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salute, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, Send for request to: Chaplain Richard Reuer, Honoring Those Who Served Ministry, 1206 6th St SW, Minot, ND 58701 or click on “CONTACT ME” to email me your mailing address.) (This service is free to all veteran families). Thank you for your serving from one veteran to another – Thanks!
February 21, 2013
So saddened to hear about Joe's passing. Know that all of the Enrights remember him with fondness. We are sorry we won't be able to attend his funeral to honor him and his friendship with our parents. Sadly our mother's brother passed away and we are attending his funeral on the same day.
Mimi Enright
Elvia de la torre
February 21, 2013
Dear Joe, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Elvia
Charlene Leone
February 21, 2013
I was sorry to hear about Joe's passing. My love and prayers to all the family at this difficult time. He was a wonderful man.
Darling Fischer Chapel of the Hills
February 20, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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