Name: Visitation for Alfred Dominic Fregosi
Start: 2023-11-29T01:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-11-29T04:00:00.000Z
Location: Sneider & Sullivan & O’Connell’s Funeral Home and Cremation Service

Alfred Dominic Fregosi
September 11, 1913 - November 19, 2023
Alfred Fregosi passed away last Sunday at home, with his daughters and caregiver by his side. He loved life and is remembered as a wisecracking, caring and loving father, grandfather, and friend. Alfred is survived by his daughters Christine Fregosi, Joanne Masseno (Rick), Janet Fregosi (Kwablah), and grandchildren Josef Fregosi, Seon and Gina Masseno, Mable and Semanu Attiogbe.
Al was born in San Francisco to Joseph and Virginia Fregosi. His Italian parents started J. Fregosi and Son Florist, and Al continued running the business until his retirement. He was in one of the first graduating classes at Balboa High School, pitched for a city league baseball team, worked for Bank of America, and served in the Navy on Okinawa in World War II. He always said that the best thing to happen during this time was meeting and marrying his wife Blanche.
Alfred was an avid golfer and fan of the SF Giants, Oakland A's and Warriors. He was a member of the Italian American Social Club and the Geneva Excelsior Lions Club. After retiring, Al and Blanche enjoyed traveling, gardening and spending winters at their place in Mokuleia. Throughout the social and physical changes of his 110 years, he surprised us all with his adaptability. In his 90's when Blanche became terminally ill, he stepped into his role of caregiver beautifully and he even learned to cook for her. His secret to living beyond 100 was "everything in moderation".
Alfred's family gives heartfelt thanks to his caregivers Agnes, Alphonse and Martin Santos; Maribel Martinez; Patti McKellar and Sister Anne Marie of Pathways; Dr. Diana Jao; and all the other friends and caregivers who have enriched his long life.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation on Tuesday November 28 from 5-8 PM at Sneider and Sullivan &O'Connell in San Mateo, and a funeral mass on Wednesday November 29th at 10:30 AM, St. Bartholomew's Church in San Mateo. Internment will follow at the Italian Cemetery, Colma.
Memorial donations may be made to Pathways Hospice, Habitat for Humanity or the charity of your choice.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Nov. 22 to Nov. 23, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Alfred Fregosi

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11 Entries

Sally M Piper

November 16, 2024

I knew Al Fregosi through his daughter, Janet. When I saw him, he always said something that took me by surprise for a moment and then made me laugh.
His loyalty and commitment to family and friends will always be remembered.

Karen Malliaras

November 29, 2023

Purchased flowers for my wedding from J. Fregosi and Sons. They were the best florist in the Excelsior back then

Kelly Nelson-Wright

November 29, 2023

Dearest Uncle Al, you will be missed beyond measure. Thank you for being a true gentleman and a genuinely kind person, with a remarkable joy for life and an inspiring generosity of spirit. Aunt Blanche will be so glad to have you join her in heaven... She has undoubtedly missed you, while we had the pleasure of your lovely company for a wonderfully long time!

With all our love,
Kelly Wright and family
(Jeff, Maia and Peter, Kevin, Kirsten, Nora and Callum).

Sally M Piper

Planted Trees

Tim

November 26, 2023

So many great memories! He was one of a kind. Here's a favorite picture of Uncle Al, having breakfast with family in a crowded coffee shop, and of course, with no complaints.

November 26, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Balboa Alumni Association

November 25, 2023

Our deepest condolences from the Balboa Alumni Association.

Joseph Machado

November 25, 2023

I purchased four prom corsages from Fregosi and Son Florist.
Joseph Machado
Balboa Class of `77

Sally Gordon

November 23, 2023

I learned so much from both Al and Blanche. I loved them both dearly and will miss him dearly.
Love to you all.
Love
Sally

Joan Tezak

November 22, 2023

Chris, Joanne, Janet
It was always so fun to see your Dad when he came to our family gatherings! His personality lit up the room!
With sympathy
Bill, Joan & Sage Tezak

Trish Larson

November 22, 2023

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.

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