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Robert Zoccoli Obituary
Apr. 16, 1933 – July 20, 2018
Resident of Santa Cruz
Robert "Bob" Zoccoli passed away following a lengthy illness on July 20, 2018 at his home in Santa Cruz. He was 85. Born in Santa Cruz on April 16, 1933, the son of Robert Ottavio Zoccoli and Augusta Alba (Natali) Zoccoli. He grew up in Santa Cruz where he attended Holy Cross Elementary School beginning in Kindergarten and graduated from Holy Cross High School. Bob was a life-long resident of Santa Cruz.
Following high school he enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served from 1952 through 1956. He was stationed aboard the USS Princeton and also at the Naval Post Graduate School, Monterey, CA. Bob was the long-time owner of Zoccoli's Deli where he worked from 1956 until his retirement in the mid 1990's.
Bob was an avid sports fan, loyal to his favorites, the Giants and 49'ers. He traveled to all fifty states and Europe. He especially enjoyed his visits to the Hawaiian Islands and traveling in his motorhome. He also enjoyed golfing, league bowling and playing cards with his friends. Bob was very social and enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his family and many friends.
He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, Italian Catholic Federation, Druids, Marconi Club and the Santa Cruz Elks Lodge.
He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 62 years, Ann Zoccoli; his sister, Silia Previtali; daughter, Pam Cassady (Shawn); sons, Russell Zoccoli and Craig Zoccoli (Patty); grandchildren, Caitlin Bickell (Jodee), Matthew Cassady, Kelly Cassady and Cassie Zoccoli. He is also survived by his great grandchildren, Hayley, Ethan, Kolton, Hayden and Alison and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Zoccoli and Augusta Zoccoli; his sister, Nelli Sherman and his brothers in law, Lloyd Sherman and Joe Previtali.
A vigil service and recitation of the holy Rosary will be held at Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel on Sunday July 29, 2018 at 6 pm. Visitation will be Sunday from 3 pm until 6 pm at the chapel. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 126 High St, Santa Cruz, CA on Monday July 30, 2018 at 10:00 am. Entombment will follow at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, 2271 7th Ave., Santa Cruz, CA.
In lieu of flowers contributions are preferred to Hospice of Santa Cruz or Italian Catholic Federation, Branch 21 charities.
To express you condolences or share a remembrance with Bob's family please visit www.pacificgardenschapel.com.
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Darlene Tetzloff Foster
August 4, 2018
Will truly miss our talks Unkle Bob, but For those who follow the Lord there's never good-buy but see you later...love you Unkle Bob Auntie Ann,Your in my thoughts and prayers. HUGS Love you
Daria Stark
July 30, 2018
To Bob's Family, He was such a warm, friendly genuine person who's deli had the best Italian food around! My mom would always pick up a few things there. He will be missed.
Condolences, a Radicchi Sister, Daria Radicchi Stark, Folsom CA
Barbara Ray-Wagner
July 30, 2018
Bob was a great family man and dear sweet person.
My condolences to Ann and the family,
Barbara Ray Wagner
georgia magnabosco
July 29, 2018
my condolences to the family and prayers rip always had a smile will be missed
July 28, 2018
Rest In Peace Mr Zoccoli
I have fond memories of sandwiches and cookies I would buy then run across the street to Penniman Title and devour. You always had a kind word, and soon I looked forward to talking with you. I would stop in on the way home from Holy Cross sometimes just to say Hi.
Thank you for those memories.
Rest In Peace and Thank You
July 27, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends, and the loving promises of Almighty God that there is a hope of seeing your loved one again. My condolences.
Paul Matteucci
July 26, 2018
Our codolences to the Zoccoli family.Bob was a great family man and fine businessman.He knew what it meant for small business to work together for the good of the Santa Cruz community.It was a pleasure to know and serve Bob,his faimily,and his business.We thank Bob for his loyalty and friendship.
The Matteucci family and Arrow Citrus Company
July 26, 2018
Our codolences to the Zoccoli family.Bob was a great family man and fine businessman.He knew what it meant for small business to work together for the good of the Santa Cruz community.It was a pleasure to know and serve Bob,his faimily,and his business.We thank Bob for his loyalty and friendship.
The Matteucci family and Arrow Citrus Company
Tricia Armstrong
July 25, 2018
Bob, you were larger than life. What an amazing character. You have touched the lives of many and I dare say we have all been left better for it. May God Bless you and look after Ann during this very sad period of adjustment and sorrow. To the family, may your grief ease and your memories never fade. All my love, Tricia (Greer) Armstrong
Mary L Camera
July 24, 2018
Condolences, prayers and our respect to Bob and his family. May he rest in peace.
Pat, Sam, and Mary Camera
Karen Haberstroh Bailey
July 24, 2018
To Uncle Bob's Family:Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of healing. He will be remembered for his love of family and life. Love, Karen Haberstroh Bailey and Jim Gappert
Diane Bianconi
July 24, 2018
Robert was one of the nicest men I have every met & so enjoyed knowing him for so many years he will be so missed & our Prayers & Love go out to all of the family at this time God Bless You
The Bianconi Family
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