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1921
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2022
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Florence Tufo Obituary
June 9, 1921 - May 10, 2022
Blessed and brightened the world for 100 amazing years with her kind loving heart and beautiful smile. Florence passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side. Beloved wife of her late husband Vincent Tufo for over 70 years, her childhood sweetheart, her hero. Their first meeting was when they were 13 years old in North Beach, a special one of a kind love. How we loved to hear stories of their youth, which will forever be cherished by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. An inspiration to all of us with her generous heart of gold, unconditional love, positive attitude, and always finding the good in others.
Our dear mom had the gift of expressing herself by writing from her heart so beautifully. We will each cherish our personalized "Rainbow Poems" created for our own individual experience. "We Wish You A Beautiful Bright Rainbow" and will forever treasure ours as we do you.
Florence was born in San Francisco to Antonetta and Victor DeBello on June 9, 1921. Cherished mother of Vincent Tufo Jr., Susan (Robert) Christensen, and David (Barbara) Tufo. Loving grandma of Bobby (Lynette) Christensen, Kelly (Brian) Green, Angelina (Jeff) Rous, David (Tori) Tufo, Denise Guzman, Tina Lowe, Vincent (Melody) Tufo lll. Fabulous great grandma to Raquella, Anthony, Ashley, Amelia, Nathan, Chayse, Logan, Sophia, Vincent, Richard, Shay, Jenna, Vince lV, Liam, and her many precious great great grandchildren Willow, Meadow, Priscilla, Bella, Freddie and Chuckie.
* A very special thank you to our dear caregivers, Nesi, Vasa, and Lini for your tender loving care for mama.
* Thank you Mission Hospice. You have been wonderful, especially Celeyce and Tess.
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Patricia Lynn Maddox
May 7, 2025
Still miss & thinking of you auntie Florence. With all my love to you & uncle Vince & the rest of the Tufo's. Always, xoxo. Trish
Patty Christensen
May 6, 2025
Very thoughtful woman, always smiling and happy she always made everyone feel comfortable.
Patty Christensen
Patricia (Trish)
May 6, 2023
Auntie Florence, always in my !
Ron Sosnick
May 20, 2022
May her memory be a blessing
Larry Franzella
May 17, 2022
Truly a great Lady, her warmth and smile always brightened any room. So many wonderful memories. Rest in Peace
Tufo Family
May 15, 2022
Family and Friends,
Public Visitation
Chapel of the Highlands,
Wednesday, May 18, 10:00am-12:30pm
Funeral Service,
Italian Cemetery, 1:00 pm
Patty and Al Ciraulo
May 15, 2022
Florence will be missed by so many people. Always enjoyed her stories about her and Mom during their many shopping days. She gave so much time and love to her family. 101 years such memories!
Love, Al and Patty Ciraulo
Linda Galassi
May 15, 2022
My deepest condolences for the loss of your sweet Florence. I will always remember those late afternoon lunches with her in her kitchen. We had many wonderful talks and will always remember her warm and generous .
Rest in peace dear Florence.
Paulette
May 15, 2022
Mama Tufo thank you for excepting me into your family, you are always so kind and sweet to me, gave me nice hugs and welcomed me with warm smiles every time you saw me. Thank you for the good times at Easter.
I am gonna miss you dearly and that big beautiful smile
You are now back with the love of your life and I know you´re happy and in a better place.
RIP
Mark & Betty Lillie
May 15, 2022
Florence Great Lady! Nothing better than watching a baseball game at San Bruno Park with Florence and Vince. We can still hear her cheering Let It Rip Bobby! May she rest in Peace. Love, Mark and Betty Lillie
Patricia Christensen
May 15, 2022
I know you all will miss her. She was a shining star in your family and to all she met. I know she will be writing up in heaven to the angles and singing their praises. May you all have piece now and gratefulness for a wonderful Mother and Grandmother. & Great,Great. My heart and love goes out to all of your family. Especially my sister Sue. Love always Patty
Patricia Maddox Tufo
May 15, 2022
My aunt was like a second mom to me. Always helping me with school work. Always helping with my first baby. I will always cherish my moments & talk with her. Love you Auntie Florence. Now you can smile down to us with Uncle Vince. All my love Trish xo
Albert ciraulo
May 14, 2022
I will miss auntie Florence and uncle Vince now their in heaven with mom and dad and all the visitation valley gang love you Albert ciraulo
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