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Richard Alberti Obituary
September 4, 1942 - January 28, 2020
Richard Alfred Alberti was born on September 4, 1942 to Alfred and Louise Alberti, in Oakland, CA. He passed away peacefully with his family by his side on January 28th, 2020 in Modesto, CA. Richard spent his childhood years in Niles, CA, where his parents grew vegetables, until moving to Modesto in 1953. He and his family then farmed in West Modesto where the family farm is currently in its 4th generation. Richard graduated from Modesto High School in 1959, and San Jose State in 1964.
His youthful years saw Richard enjoying the music of B.B. King, Fats Domino, Doo-Wop, cruising McHenry with his friends, the San Francisco 49ers and The San Francisco Giants, which he enjoyed until his last day. He was looking forward to watching the 49ers win the 2020 Super Bowl.
Richard served in The Army Reserves, The United States Army, until the 30th day of September 1971. In the following month, Richard married Sally on October 16th, and they remained lovingly married for 48 years. They raised three children, whom he loved dearly: Jennifer, Anna Lisa and John Alfred. Richard worked in pharmaceutical sales for over forty years until retiring in 2009. Throughout his career, he continued to farm until his passing. He was an avid golfer, loved to drive his Model A, had a love for trains, played senior softball, loved his group of friends, loved to travel, especially to Italy and Ireland, and loved his dog, Buddy, too. Richard's laugh and smile was contagious, his sense of humor and jokes, one-of-a-kind.
Richard was preceeded in death by his parents, and survived by his wife, his three children, his son-in-law, Daniel Fox-Walker, and his beloved grandson Lincoln, whom he adored, and his sister Louise.
Services will be held at Good Shepherd Catholic Cemetery on February 10th at 11am, located at: 3200 N. Dakota Ave, Modesto 95358, followed by A Celebration of Life at The John Alberti Ranch, located at: 300 Grimes Ave, Modesto, 95358. All are welcome.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: Woodland Avenue Firefighters Association, C/O Chaplaincy Program/Rod Flora 3300 Woodland Ave, Modesto 95358.
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Al Fagundes
February 11, 2020
I am heartbroken. I am a lucky man to have known him. Richies love of life was contagious. I smile through my tears when I think of those times we spent watching Monday Night Football. What a fan, and what a man. Thank you Richie! Gods speed. May angels take you to your rest.
Melinda & Charlie Lambaren
February 11, 2020
Richard was a great friend in Modesto High School. Charlie & I will miss him terribly. He had a wonderful smile.
Gene Fiscalini
February 10, 2020
Rich was one of my very best friends in high school and I'm sorry he's gone. I'm happy to say that we had a nice visit at the MHS reunion a few months ago. RIP old friend.
Carl Gagliardi
February 4, 2020
Rip my friend
Michelle Adams-Autrand
February 3, 2020
Sally & Family,
I can't tell you how sad & shocked I was to hear of Richard's passing. Our families have known each other for years but I have been lucky the last few years to get to know you better. It was always nice to talk about the memories of our families.
I will miss his smile & friendly hello.
May you find peace & may Richard Rest In Peace.
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