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1921
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2024
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Frank Ruggiero Obituary
10/21/1921 - 08/14/2024
Late of Millbrae and San Mateo County since 1974, entered into rest at his home on August 14, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Norma Ruggiero for 64 years. Devoted son of the late Emil and the late Regina Ruggiero. Loving father of Susan Celentano (Ray), Judy Aro (Dave) and Paul Ruggiero (Linda). Also survived by his 9 grandchildren and their spouses along with 6 great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Pre-deceased by his 3 brothers Raymond, Emil, Jr. and Robert.
A native of San Francisco, California and always proud of his Italian American heritage; age 102 years.
A veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II; a member of the Salesian Men's Club, SF Old Timers Baseball, the Peretti Group; a gate supervisor for the SF 49ers for 50 years and was an avid sports fan.
Family and friends may visit on Thursday, August 22, 2024 after 4:00 PM at CHAPEL OF THE HIGHLANDS, El Camino Real at 194 Millwood Drive in Millbrae, with a Vigil Service at 7:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, August 23, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Saint Dunstan Catholic Church in Millbrae. Committal will follow at the Italian Cemetery in Colma.
In Lieu of flowers his family prefers donations to the charity of your choice.
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Christopher Olson
August 23, 2024
100th Birthday!
Christopher Olson
August 22, 2024
Kristine and I, as well as Matthew send our thoughts and prayers for Uncle Frank and family. Uncle Frank was a wonderful uncle to the three of us and always treated us as if we were his children. God Bless You Unc!
Elena
August 20, 2024
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August 20, 2024
Elena
August 20, 2024
Sending the entire family all my love!! What a legacy is leaving behind!
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