Richard Bruce Gabbani

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Richard Bruce Gabbani

Rick passed away at home in Santa Clara, California on September 11th, 2006 at the age of 56. He was born on July 15th, 1950 in Santa Clara, California. Rick was a member of the Retail Clerk's Union, Local 428 for 30 + years. Rick enjoyed trips to Reno, Lake Tahoe, Las Vegas and cruising to the CaribbeanMuch of Rick's life was spent playing sports such as golf, baseball and basketball. He was thrilled when his favorite major baseball team, the Boston Red Sox, took the World Series in 2004.One of Rick's most treasured memories was the trip to Disneyland earlier this year with his daughters, sons-in-law, grandchildren and Toni.Music was also one of Rick's passions. He could be found listening to Frank Sinatra or Tony Bennett and then swing over to the Who and the Beach Boys.Rick is survived by his loving wife of 27 + years, Toni, his daughters Courtney Quinonez and Casey Bragg, sons-in-law Rene Quinonez and Bobby Bragg. Parents Lee & Dorothy Gabbani, sister Lisa Britton, brother Ray Gabbani, brother-in-law Sean Britton and sister-in-law Veronica Gabbani. Loving son-in-law to Agnes Moniz. Rick so enjoyed his grandchildren; Alyson 7, Jonathon 5, Austin 3 and Ricky 3 months. Beloved uncle, cousin, nephew, brother-in-law and friend to many.A Rosary will be held on Monday, September 18, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at Lima Family Santa Clara Mortuary, 466 N. Winchester Blvd. Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 prior to the Rosary. Mass will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. at Queen of Apostles Church, 4911 Moorpark Avenue, San Jose.In honor of Rick's wishes, those attending his Rosary and Mass are requested to dress brightly (red, white and blue for Boston or tropical) and come to celebrate his life not his passing.In lieu of flowers, Richard requests donations are made, in his honor, to Father Jim Mifsud, Queen of Apostles Church, 4911 Moorpark Avenue, San Jose, CA 95129. Father Jim was Rick's Religion teacher at Archbishop Mitty High School, family priest and dear friend. These donations will aide Father Jim in his continuing effort to help those in need in our community.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Sep. 14, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Gabbani

9 Entries

Courtney Quinonez

October 25, 2006

Daddy,
I miss you more than words can say. Aly and J-man miss their Grandpa and talk about you all the time. Thank you for all the years of laughs and memories you gave us. And thank you for being the best dad and grandpa ever. We love you and miss you very much. Courtney, Alyson and Jonathon

Toni Gabbani

October 11, 2006

Rick: we miss you and will love you always. You brought such joy to us. We have many wonderful memories of you which we will cherish always.

Rich and Gayle La Roccca

September 15, 2006

Toni Ann,

Our love and prayers are with you, and your family. May the Holy Spirit comfort and cradle you during your time of loss.

Sue Gach

September 14, 2006

We were so very sorry to hear of Rick's passing. Our family grew up with Rick, knew Rick from our younger days at Washington Park and Recreation. I also worked with Rick. Our thoughts go out to his family. May he rest in peace.

The Gach Family

Gary & Char Bellardi

September 14, 2006

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Sarah Ludos

September 14, 2006

Toni and family,

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Rick, the cruise boy! I will always have fond memories of him sitting at my desk with Phil booking their next cruise. It was a true pleasure to know Rick, he was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this most difficult time.

Hector Torres

September 14, 2006

Rick, I will miss your funny sense of humor. May the lord Jesus Christ have you in his grace.

With Love, Hector

Linda Cary

September 14, 2006

Rick left his family with wonderful memories and a legacy of love. I'm grateful for the few times spent with Rick when we were able to visit our California family. Rick was a joy to be with and will be greatly missed.

Marcia Fine

September 14, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Gabbani Family during this time.

May the LORD hold you close to His heart and comfort you in this time of grief. I know Rick is in a better place and with his Father once again.

God bless all of you...Always in Him, Marcia

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