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1940
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2019
Armando Dianda Obituary
Armando is survived by his loving wife Sandi; son Elio Dianda and his wife Jennifer; daughter Sharise Novotny and her husband James; three beloved grandchildren, Brittany, Anthony and Lucca. Armando was a passionate Italian man, very proud of his heritage, strong in his beliefs, extremely loyal to his family and friends, and a true patriot. Armando will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
A service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, June 15 at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church
4450 Granite Drive
Rocklin, Ca. 95677
Reception immediately
following Mass
Cante Ao Vinho
5250 Front Street
Rocklin, CA 95677
In Lieu of flowers, Armando requested donations be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Armando Dianda
Kris Cummings
July 23, 2019
Sandi and family, I just now read this that my Sandi messengered to me. I can't begin to tell you how often I've thought about you and Armando. I'm so sorry for your loss, he was the best!
Kris
Joseph Caturegli
June 14, 2019
My Condolences to you Sandy Dianda and Family
Marie and Bill Gomez
June 14, 2019
Dear Dianda Family:
So sorry to hear of Amando's passing. My husband remembers him fr North Beach and I met him @ the Fair Oaks Cafe. (Still miss u Sharise and Sandy)
Amando was always gracious and smiling. RIP our friend. Blessings to all his family.
June 13, 2019
Condolences to the Dianda family. We will miss Armando's warm and friendly smile, his quiet demeanor. We had the priviledge of getting to know him and tasted his great baking skills in his biscottis and almond torte. He was so proud of his Italian heritage and community, we will remember him fondly.
Esther & Tennyson
Roseville, CA
June 13, 2019
Armando was such an important influence in my life. A friend, a mentor, a customer, a occasional golf and drink buddy (sorry again, Sandy). He made my life and my career so much richer. I will always carry his memories and will always be grateful to have met him.
All my love to Sandy,Sharise and the rest of the family.
Rodney Clark
Susan Pineschi
June 12, 2019
Sandi & family: We were so sorry to hear of Armando's passing. Our sincere condolences. Alan & Susan Pineschi
Di Nitto
June 11, 2019
Dearest Sandy & Family,
Our sincerest sympathy to each of you. Armando's passing is a great loss to everyone who knew him. He was such a kind & Wonderful Man with a great smile. He will be truly missed.
Our Love & Prayers,
Arlene & Stephen
F&D
June 11, 2019
Our sincere condolences to the family. May you find comfort in knowing that God collects our tears and is close to the brokenhearted ready to comfort us in our moment of need. - Psalm 56:8
June 10, 2019
We laughed together, we loved together, and we cried together. We are family always! Will miss your smile and laugh. Floriano and Carol Dianda
Sue Young
June 10, 2019
Armando will be deeply missed by so many. He always made you feel so at home and comfortable. The world just won't be the same without him. God rest his sole. God bless the Dianda family.
pasquale dianda
June 10, 2019
Once brothers ,always brothers. no matter what has happened during our lives ,I will miss you. Love you my dear brother. My sincere condolences to Sandi and all the family.
June 10, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Marie Noe Roberts
June 9, 2019
Dear Dianda Family,
I was so saddened to read of Armando's passing.My sincere condolences to all of you. I worked part time at Dianda's Bakery during High School. 1968-1971 I will always remember Armando as kind & a good guy. RIP God's Speed
Pinkie
Paolo Dicicco
June 9, 2019
This is Paolo DiCicco, your dad was a wonderful person to me I'll never forget him I just found out today at church, my blessings go out to you and hope you have peace of mind that he is with Christ
June 9, 2019
Dear Sandy and Family
Very sorry to hear of Armando's passing. He was a fantastic person.
Met him at Crystal Springs Golf Course back in the early 90's. I was honored to be one of his friends.
We enjoyed spending time with you both in Palm Desert.
Our sincere sympathy goes out to all of you.
Bob & Carol Gallucci
Toni Perdue
June 9, 2019
May you find strength In faith and each other. May the lovely memories of your husband, father ,grandfather give you peace and comfort until you are all together again. Love and light-
Pauline
June 9, 2019
From the first day I met Armando and Ganzo at the dog park he made me feel like family. Being Italian myself, I loved his stories about his family, the bakery and Italy. He was so kind making his homemade biscotti and almond torte for me and my parents to enjoy! You will be truly missed. Love, Pauline and Cooper
Carolyn Keegan
June 8, 2019
Sorry to hear of his passing. May God comfort his family at this sad time. Very charming character.
Bernadette Aguilar
June 8, 2019
I did not know Armando until he moved to Rocklin, Ca, but shopped for more than 25 years at Dianda's bakery. I met Armando and Gonzo at the dog park in Rocklin. When I met him I shook his hand as Diandas bakery is legend in my family. He is missed amongst his dog park people.
Paul & Toni Cardinale
June 8, 2019
I have Been friends with Armando for over thirty years.we have traveled to Arizona, Palm Desert, Hawaii, Lucca Italy,He was my best friend.Someone you love becomes a memory,that memory becomes a treasure. Love you, Armando.
Lisa Bocci
June 8, 2019
Armando, my neighbor , and always a good Friend. You will be missed greatly. May you rest peacefully with your Mother and Father now.THANK YOU for treating me as a daughter always. Forever in my heart.
June 8, 2019
coloro che amiamo e che abbiamo perduto non sono più dove erano, ma sono ovunque noi siamo... ciao ARMANDO.
Peter Reali
June 8, 2019
Our deepest condolences for your loss.
The Reali family.
I too lived in Lucca Italy
Scarlett Justice
June 8, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Dianda family. He will be missed.
Scarlett Justice
Larry Biasi
Joane Bertolucci Kelley
June 8, 2019
We lost a great man! Prayers for your family. He lived for his family. #SempreFamiglia Love you all, The Bertolucci Kelley Family
Sharise Novotny (Dianda)
June 8, 2019
For a Dad Who Taught Life Lessons
There's a big hole in my heart now that you're gone.
You taught me life isn't a sprint - it's a marathon.
At this point in the race, I want to collapse
But you taught me to not let my fortitude lapse.
So I'll arise and keep on going
Without the man I saw as a king.
The hole in my heart will always be there
Losing you now just doesn't seem fair.
Goodbye, Dad. Watch over me
So I can feel your presence daily.
June 8, 2019
My sincerest condolences to Diana family and friends for your loss. May God's promise found at John 6:40, give you strength and hope in the days ahead.
Louise Vicino
June 7, 2019
I never knew this gentle man Armando, but I lived in San Francisco and we would buy our cakes from the Dianda Bakery. That family knew how to bake those cakes. Thank you Armando and all your family for the joy of eating your St. Honore cakes and all the other cakes we used on holidays.
Louise Vicino
Petaluma CA
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