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Emilie Devincenzi Serpa Emilie Devincenzi Serpa passed away peacefully on May 7, 2012 at the age of 74 surrounded by family and loved ones. Emilie is survived by her beloved husband of 52 years, Robert Serpa of San Mateo, CA. Devoted and loving mother of Susan Serpa and Sandi Smith and mother-in-law of Marc Smith of San Carlos, CA. Proud Nonnie of three wonderful grandchildren, Shelby, Haley and Zachary Smith. Survived by two of her sisters, Evelyn Noeth and Eleanor Pieretti and sister-in-law, Gloria Devencenzi of San Francisco, CA as well as numerous nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews. Emilie was predeceased by her parents, Domenico and Emilia Devincenzi and her parents-in-law, Frank and Florence Serpa, sisters Rose DeLucchi, Theresa Vitali, Lena Lodigiani and Elsie Wenzel and brother, Angelo Devincenzi, brothers-in-law, Aldo Lodigiani, Frank Vitali, Robert Wenzel and Enrico Pierretti. When not playing on the computer or video taping family events, Emilie most enjoyed spending time with family and friends, attending her grandchildren's school and sporting events, relaxing in Lake Tahoe and cruising. A member of the Italian American Women's Guild and parishioner of Saint Charles Catholic Church. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass on Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 11:00 am at St. Charles, 880 Tamarack Avenue, San Carlos. In lieu of flowers, a contribution to honor her memory may be made to the American Heart Association or Riley's Place at www.rileys-place.org. Friends may sign the guestbook at www.crippenflynn.com

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from May 8 to May 9, 2012.

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Dean,Ginger Prince

May 11, 2012

Dear Emily and Family
She led a wonderful life and everyone around her smiled
a little bit more.
I knew her in grammar school and junior high it was my good
Fortune to call her a friend. She will be missed!

Prince Family

May 11, 2012

Dear Sandi and Family,

It was a great sorrow to hear about Emilie's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are so greatful to your family for all your love and friendship throughout the years. Your Mom will be missed.

With love and sympathy,
Alma,Derek and Alexandra

Dolores Carrillo

May 10, 2012

Every time I make "Galliano" I remember the sweet lady who gave me this recipe. It was over thirty years ago, and I've not forgotten her. Emilie had a great sense of humor, and I want to say to Sandi and family how sorry I am for your loss.

mary griffin

May 10, 2012

Dear Bob and Family,
We are sorry for your loss we will keep Emilie in our prayers each day, and I'm so happy to have known her for so many years ,
With sympathy and love .
mary and jimmy

tina canepa

May 9, 2012

Dear Elinore and Family, Our sincere sympathy for the passing of your dear sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May God welcome her with open arms.

With Love, Tina and Angela Canepa

Michelle Camicia

May 9, 2012

We love you Em. You were such a special part of our life. I'm glad my boys got to have a lot of good times with their "Zia". Life will not be the same without you. We will hang on to all the memories and good times we have shared. You will have a special place in our hearts forever. We will all miss you.
Michelle, Tony, Domenic, Garrett and Matthew

Jolanta Neuert

May 9, 2012

Dear Susan, My sincere condolences for your great loss. With respect, Jolanta

Maurizio Callegari

May 9, 2012

Un caro abbraccio a Bob Susan e Sandra dai cugini italiani.
Vi siamo vicini
Maurizio Marina e Riccardo Callegari
Pino e Anna Callegari

Denise DeMartini

May 9, 2012

Uncle Bob, Sandi, Susan and Family, Auntie is leaving such a void in our family. I cannot imagine life without her in it. We will miss her strength, her smiling face and most of all her love. We all love you Auntie, Marty, Denise & Family

gloria downing

May 9, 2012

Dear Bob and Family.. We are so sorry to hear about Emily. She was a great lady who always had a smile on her face and always made everyone smile around her. May she rest in peace. The Downing Family..Jim, Gloria and Sadie,,,and Lu and Anna Ferrari

May 9, 2012

Dear Bob, Susan and Sandra,

We offer our deepest condolences and sympathy to you on the loss of your wonderful wife and beloved mother, Emily.

As many of her family and friends, we had such memorable moments together and so many laughs. All her wonderful emails with all the Kodak Albums of all her family were such joy to receive.

May she rest in peace.

Fred Callegari and Family

American Heart Association

May 8, 2012

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Yolanda Machi

May 8, 2012

Dear Bob, Sandra, Susan and family. We are so saddened for the loss of Emily. She was a very special lady and friend. I will forever remember the laughs we had talking about the good old days and remembering our Genovese heritage. We will miss her. She will forever be in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Yolanda and Joe

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