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Anthony Sperow Obituary

Anthony James Sperow"Tony the Barber"
June 4, 1932 - December 24, 2021
Tony passed away at the age of 89, surrounded by his loving family in his last days. He was a barber in SF for 65 years, cutting hair with his Dad and three brothers in the early years. He was a proud US Navy veteran, accomplished musician, devoted member of Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, Past Master of Colombia-Brotherhood Masonic Lodge. His quick wit, love of family and friends, and generosity will always be remembered.

He is survived by his loving wife, Demetra (Dee) of 59 years, his children David (Joni), Claire (Charles), and Thomas. Cherished by his grandchildren Victoria, Stephanie, Rustam, Raisa, Lulu, and Zsa Zsa. Also survived by his siblings Angeliki Trujillo (Herb) and Basil (Faye). Predeceased by his parents, James and Kalliope, and siblings Euclid, Belizar, and Katherine.

Visitation at 6 pm; Trisagion at 7 pm on Wednesday, December 29th, at Sneider Sullivan & O'Connell's, 977 S. El Camino Real, San Mateo. Funeral will be held on Thursday, December 30th, at 11 am at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church in Belmont, followed by the Makaria luncheon in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, his family appreciates donations to the church (www.goholycross.org).

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Dec. 27 to Dec. 28, 2021.

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Ken Peterson

December 30, 2021

An amazing man. He will be missed.

Michael Read

December 30, 2021

We never got the chance to duet on our saxes. Another Sperow friend missed. Michael Read (Mikaculus)

Christopher Abraham

December 28, 2021

Love you Tony always loved our talks and your stories I will truly miss you and your smile

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Memorial Events
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Dec

29

Service

7:00 p.m.

Sneider & Sullivan & O'Connell's Funeral Home

977 South El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94402

Dec

30

Service

11:00 a.m.

Church of the Holy Cross

900 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont, CA 94002

Dec

30

Service

1:00 p.m.

Church of the Holy Cross

900 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont, CA 94002

Dec

30

Interment

12:30 p.m.

Skylawn Memorial Park

Highway 92 at Skyline Blvd., San Mateo, CA 94402

Funeral services provided by:

Sneider & Sullivan & O’Connell’s Funeral Home and Cremation Service

977 S. El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94402

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