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Alfred Cafferata Obituary

Alfred (Sonny) Cafferata
August 24, 1934 - December 4, 2022
Alfred born August 24, 1934 in San Francisco, CA to the late Laura CAFFERATA and the late Ernesto CAFFERATA, passed away at the age 88, on December 4, 2022 in Healdsburg, CA. Alfred was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian D. CAFFERATA. He leaves behind his sister Yolanda Thompson, his Son David CAFFERATA and his wife Debora, 6 Step Children, Niece Carol Thompson and husband Tom, Nephew Joe Thompson and his wife Rose. 7 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and 1 great niece. Alfred, requested that their be no services and we ask family and friends to donate to one of their favorite charities.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Dec. 6, 2022.

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