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Philip Balesteri Obituary
Philip Michael Balesteri passed away on 8/11/10 at his home in Paradise Park, Santa Cruz, CA. Philip was born in Santa Cruz, CA on April 24, 1946.
Philip is survived by his wife Dawn Balesteri, with whom he really enjoyed sitting on their deck and watching the animals and the river, his son Anthony Anderson of Indiana, his three daughters, Tiffany Diangson of Eugene, Or, Megan Balesteri of Eugene, OR and Tess Balesteri of San Diego, CA.
He was very proud of his six grandchildren. Philip also left behind his mother, Frances Balesteri of Santa Cruz and five brothers, John, David, Steven, Paul and Peter Balesteri. He will me missed.
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Memories and Condolences
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lucia balesteri
September 12, 2010
Auntie Frances and my Cousins
I am so sorry to read about Phil. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I know he will be missed.
Your Cousin Lucy and Family
August 30, 2010
Phillip, you were such a gentle man, your presence will certainly be missed by more people than you would ever imagine. May you rest in peace. God Bless Dawn, your children, your mother and all family and friends.
Barbara Green
Tiffany Diangson
August 23, 2010
Thank you Steve. Did you know my dad? We will miss him so much.
Steve Sills
August 22, 2010
To the Balesteri Family. I am sorry for your loss.
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