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Max Zizumbo Obituary
Jun. 12, 1970 - Nov. 15, 2018
San Jose
Max Zizumbo, of San Jose, California entered into eternal rest on Thursday, 11/15/18 at the age of 48. He is survived by his son, Benjamin Zizumbo (Ben's mother, Sylvia Zizumbo), his mother, Teresa Izumi (husband, Wally), brother Hugo Zizumbo, sister Julie Belveal (husband, Charlie, nephews, Nick and Jack), step-brother Wally Izumi and extended family and friends.
Max was born on June 12, 1970 in San Jose. He graduated from Yerba Buena High School in 1989. After graduation, he joined the US Army where he served in the Gulf War with the 101st Airborne Division. His marriage to Sylvia in 2004 was followed by the birth of their beautiful son, Ben, in 2006.
Max was proud of his service and will be remembered for his love, sense of humor and lifelong passion for the SF Giants and the Dallas Cowboys. He will be missed by his family and friends and will forever remain in our thoughts and prayers.
A memorial will be held on Tuesday, 11/27/18 from 6:00 pm-9:00 pm at Bay Area Mortuary Community Chapel, 1701 Little Orchard Street, San Jose. A private funeral will be held for Max at the San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, Max's family requests that you donate to your favorite veterans organization.
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Ken Cain
March 7, 2023
R.I.P. Max. To his family I wish you to know what a good friend he was when he was in my life. He always made me smile, laugh, and just feel better even in demanding circumstances.
Richard Urias
November 29, 2018
So sorry for your loss Teresa. My prayers are with you.
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