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Alex Joseph Maffei Jr.

Alex Joseph Maffei Jr. obituary

Alex Maffei Obituary

Alex Maffei, Jr., Alex Joseph Maffei, Jr. passed away peacefully at home after a long illness. A native San Franciscan born to Georgina and Alessandro Maffei on November 23, 1930. He was preceded in death by his brother Alfred, and sister Priscilla Montalbano. Survived by Patricia, his wife of 59 years and his sister Frances Frediani as well as his children Robert Maffei (Mary), Debie Krueger (Bill) and Victoria Maffei. "Nonno" to his grandchildren, Andrea, Justin, Alex, Patty, Katie, Shannon and Michael; and to his great grandchildren Dezyrae, Cadence, Michael, Makenna, Stella and Amelia. He will be remembered for his love of life, his sense of humor and the smiles he brought to all he met. Attended Portola Junior High and Commerce High School. Was All City SF Baseball 1947-1949, pitcher for several baseball clubs coached by Vince Zuardo including Ellis Brooks Chevrolet semi-pro league and was known for his wicked curve ball. Alex worked for Planters Peanuts, Sun Valley Dairy (was the best milkman the Sunset District ever had), Nielson Freight Lines and Castle Labs. A true Son of San Francisco who was a lifetime sports fan that loved to play golf and spend time with his family. Member of the Italian Catholic Federation and SF Baseball Oldtimers. A longtime resident of St. Elizabeth's parish. A memorial mass will be held at 11:00am, Saturday, September 12, 2009 at St. Elizabeth's Church in SF, corner or Wayland and Somerset Streets. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Heart Association SF Chapter 120 Montgomery St. Suite 1650, San Francisco, CA 94014 www.thevolunteercenter2.net/org/1264493.html or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Foundation, 1390 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94102 www.leukemia.org. We will miss you Dad!

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Sep. 10 to Sep. 11, 2009.

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Victoria Maffei

September 27, 2009

Thank you to all of you that have left expressions of your memories for my father Alex Maffei Jr. I miss him so much every day. He was the kindest, sweetest man I know.
Dad, I miss picking up the phone to talk to you about "Dances with Stars". I miss you making my day with some crazy funny story, or just telling me you love me. You are so missed. There is a big hole in my heart. I wish I could hug you and say I love you too!
Toris

Erik Kennelly (Ciraulo mob)

September 25, 2009

Uncle Al,

I always enjoyed sitting down and discussing sports with you. You were a great tutor at golf as well. I loved your laugh and good natured sense of humor. You will be terribly missed! My deepest sympathies to the Maffei family and all that were close to you.

With fondest memories,

Erik

September 16, 2009

Dear Maffei Cousins,
Tina informed me on the passing of "Uncle Zio". On behalf of all your Chicago family, our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With our condolences,
Judy Santacaterina

September 16, 2009

I will miss your laughter. My Zio, Mr. Peanut, my dad's best friend, a ringer for the Rat Pack. I know you are now seated with the best watching over us. Love, Tina

Tom/Sue Ciraulo

September 14, 2009

To all the Maffei family; Tom and I would like you to know how very much we loved 'Uncle Al' and how much he will be missed by the entire Ciraulo family. Oh the many memories/stories and laughter, always the laughter. He was one of a kind, an absolute pleasure to know and the 'star' of many stories to be shared with the younger generation. We love him and all of you too. Always, Tom and Sue

Steven Herrera

September 14, 2009

On behalf of the Herrera Family,
I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the entire Maffei family on the loss of Alex. You are all in our prayers during this difficult time.

Michelle McFarland

September 11, 2009

Dear Pat and family,

My deepest sypmathies to you all. Al was a wonderful man so light of heart and always smiling. I will forever remember is beautiful voice and quick demonstration of the soft shoe in the lab. My prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

September 11, 2009

Pat & Family, I'm very sorry for your loss. Al was like a second father to me and I loved him dearly. I have fond memories of the times I spent with Al and will treasure them forever. Love, John Ryan

September 11, 2009

Nonno Its me your grandson named after you just wanted to let you know how much I love you and miss you. I will miss my calls to you to talk sports and every moment I spent with you. I know your in a better place now and the last year has been rough. The best quality you possessed was your kindness and your happiness for life. I love you and you will be remembered the best way I know how as a tattoo on my chest. Your life and legacy will never be forgotten.My first boy will be Alex Joseph Maffei the third. Love your grandson Alex Maffei!

September 11, 2009

Pat, Bob, Debbie and Vicky. What more can I say than I loved Al and love you guys like the extended family we have all been over the years. Love Gary Losada.

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