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Bernie Paganucci Obituary
October 28th, 1939 – November 15th, 2019
Bernie Paganucci, born in San Francisco on October 28th, 1939, passed away peacefully at his home in El Dorado Hills with his children and longtime friend, Clara by his side.He was the firstborn son to Arthur & Sophia Paganucci, followed by his brother George. They eventually made their home in South San Francisco where Bernie attended Balboa High, Class of 1957.
In 1964 he married his sweetheart, Nancy Bell in Brisbane. Many cherished memories were made raising their three children in Belmont. He enjoyed weekends at our family getaway in Felton, trips to Lake Tahoe and family vacations to Disneyland.
He worked for The San Francisco Chronicle and Examiner as a Circulation Manager for 30 years before starting a small business in the Foothills, where he eventually retired.
Bernie loved a great party and entertaining family and friends, especially during the holidays. He was a car aficionado, owning more than 100 cars throughout his life. He loved fishing, playing baseball, collecting sports memorabilia, was a faithful 49er and Giants fan, great teller of stories and loved a good home cooked meal, his favorite restaurant being Joe's of Westlake.
Bernie's pride and joy was being a father and especially what followed, his seven grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by parents Arthur & Sophia, his loving wife, Nancy and brothers-in-law, John Bell and Alexander (Rocky) Bell. Bernie was the beloved father to Peter, Christina (Bill), Alexandra (Anthony), adored grandfather to Brett, Danielle, AJ, Nick, Vinny, Isabella and Sam. Cherished brother of George (Dixie), caring brothers-in-law Pete (Judie), Pat (Barbara). Heartfelt appreciation to Clara Ottria for the excellent care & compassion she provided to our father. Also survived by his aunts, nieces, nephews, several cousins and many close friends.
Family & friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life on Sunday, December 8th, 2019, 2:00 pm at Chapel of the Pines, Placerville, CA. A luncheon will follow at the Diamond Springs Hotel, Diamond Springs, CA.
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Rich & Mary Fatooh
December 2, 2019
Please accept our deepest sympathy
May God bless your family at this very sad time.
Thomas Rupp
November 27, 2019
Our deepest sympathy expressed to the beloved Paganucci family whom I have had the pleasure of knowing for over 35 yrs through my friendship with Tina-
Bernie was a kind, funny and caring man, who Continuously had a smile on his face!
His love for his family was ALWAYS evident
Over the years Ive enjoyed speaking with Bernie about Cars- Sf 49ers and Giants whom we both loved!
RIP Bernie
Love
Tom Rupp and family
November 27, 2019
Thank you Don and Priscilla. My dad thought highly of you guys.
Don Leary
November 25, 2019
My condolences to the Paganucci family.
I worked with Bernie for many years at the Chronicle and Examiner. He was a good man and always had a smile on his face.
He spoke often of his family and was very proud of his children.
Rest In Peace my Friend!
Priscilla Avelino
November 24, 2019
Dear Paganucci family please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your dear father. Bernie was my supervisor for many years at the SF Chronicle. He was one of the funniest, nicest people I have ever known. I will always remember his laugh. I to will miss him and will always have the most fond memories of him. Rest In Peace dear Bernie.
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