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1934
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2023
Gary Paolinelli Obituary
July 26, 1934 - January 22, 2023
Sacramento, California -
Gary Paolinelli was born in San Rafael, CA to Gino and Evelyn Paolinelli. He is predeceased by both parents and brother Gail Michael Paolinelli.
Gary is survived by his wife Janice Mastbrook, children Susan Paolinelli, Gary Eugene Paolinelli, and stepdaughter Jean Pauley and step-grandchildren Jacob, Jade and Julie. He is also survived by his former wife Delores Paolinelli.
Gary Sr. attended California Middle School, CK McClatchy High School, and graduated from Sacramento High School in 1953. Gary Sr. served in the Navy Reserve. He received his Bachelors and Master's degrees from CSU Sacramento in Art Education.
Gary was a long time State of California employee having worked with the Department of Architecture and the California State Printing Plant. After leaving state service, Gary Sr. became a Special Education instructor for both Sacramento Unified and San Juan Unified School Districts.
From Memorial Day until Labor Day, Gary Sr. worked for California State Parks at Lake Tahoe during the years of 1992 through 2010. He worked at Sugar Pine Point and the Ehrman Mansion, and then at Vikingsholm on Emerald Bay. He joyfully brought history to life for those visitors touring the historical sites.
Memorial services for Gary are at the Sierra Vista Community Church on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., 890 Morse Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95864.
Donations may be made to the Earth Care Team, Sierra Vista Community Church, 890 Morse Avenue. Sacramento, Ca 95864, or Shriners Children's Hospital.
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Memories and Condolences
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Judy (Guidera) and James Lee
March 3, 2023
Susan and Gary, we're sorry to hear of your dad's passing. It's been several years, but he always had a big smile and a kind word whenever we happened to run into each other in the neighborhood. Sending our deepest sympathies and love.
Geraldine Nicholson
February 27, 2023
Gary, I knew you from your Skip´s Music days. I liked reading that your dad worked at the lake, one of my favorite places. And that he was a teacher. You must have been very proud of him. I send my condolences on his passing. Peace be with you and your family.
Janet Wilde
February 26, 2023
Gary, I was so saddened to read of the passing of your beloved father. He sounds like an amazing man. My condolences to you, Marcie and all those he leaves behind. A good life lived. May he rest in peace. (No services?)
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