Frank L. Spadarella

Frank Spadarella Obituary

Frank L. Spadarella Mar. 12, 1925 - Oct. 4, 2009 At peace, Frank Spadarella, beloved husband of Ida; father of Tony and Robert (Regina) Spadarella; grandfather of Bernadette (Jim) Christensen and of Frank and Nicholas Spadarella; great-grandfather of Caramia and Isabella Christensen; uncle of Georgia Enoch of Texarkana, AR; son of the late Antonio and Caroline Spadarella; a native of Brooklyn, New York, aged 84 years. A well-known local restaurant owner [Toto's Restaurants] and fine art photographer, Frank was also a philanthropist and civic leader. He was one of the founders of the Italian-American Museum of San Francisco, a past president of the Daly City Chamber of Commerce, past president of the Mission Lions Club, a founder of the Lions Club Eye Foundation, and a member of the San Mateo County Human Relations Board. He was a proud member of the Opus Club and the Cuore di Napoli Club. Frank was also a proud WWII veteran (U.S.C.G..). Private services were held. Donations please to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation 120 Wall Street, 19th Floor, New York, NY 10005; or to the Palo Alto VA Hospital (GPF #2278) Spadarella Memorial, 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1290.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Oct. 18 to Oct. 19, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Frank Spadarella

8 Entries

Lorraine Spaterella

July 20, 2019

I was going through old photos and came upon photos that Frank had sent to me. It brought back memories of meeting he and his family at Totos during a family visit to CA in 1993. Frank was my father-in-law's cousin and we took a chance of meeting him during our trip. Well, we not only met Frank, but his entire family. They were so hospitable and made us feel so happy to have met them. While Frank was giving us a tour of his restaurant, I stopped to admire a photo of a small boy standing in an archway with the sun illuminated behind him. At the time, I did not realize that all of the photos in the restaurant were his creations. He promised to send me a copy and at the time I remember thinking that it was such a nice gesture but one that would not come to fruition. Well, lo and behold, several weeks later a package arrived with not only the photo but a lovely hand written letter from Frank stating how nice it was to meet our family.
My husband Bob Spaterella passed away 4 years ago very suddenly. It has taken me this long to go through family photos and I am so glad I did. So many good memories are captured in photos. Frank was a testament to that ideal. It was truly my pleasure to meet Frank and his family those many years ago. The photo he sent me still hangs in my home.

October 23, 2009

Ida, Tony and Bob, All the wonderful memories and friendship from the years past will never be forgotten - here's to Frank, may he rest in peace with our Tony. With our deepest sympathies, Joan & Nancy Simat & Rod Catalano

Susan Marks

October 20, 2009

Ida, Tony and Bob,
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Frank. All of you were such an important part of my young adult life and are always in my thoughts, especially now.

With love and sadness,

Susan Falconi Marks

October 19, 2009

I have wonderful memories of Frank and the "Bacala Club"

Good food,Fine wine, etc.

Joe Ramos
Rancho Mirage,Ca

Mark O'Malley

October 19, 2009

Hello Bob,

I'm so very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I lost mine one year ago this Wednesday. My deep felt sympathy and prayer go out to you and your family.

Your friend,

Mark O'Malley
Aptos & Lincoln High
[email protected]

Gerry Cannon

October 19, 2009

Tony...Sorry to learn of your loss. Best wishes to you and your family.

Rita & Roy Huntsman

October 18, 2009

I remember the first Toto's Pizza on 24th and Mission back in the 50's when Frank's father ran the business. Haven't really tasted Pizza that good since. The Toto's on Junipero Serra was very good. RIP

Cathy Hernandez

October 18, 2009

I never knew Mr. Spadarella personally, but I grew up in Daly City and have wonderfully fond memories of dining out at Toto's Pizza. You always got the feeling when you entered his restaurant that it was all about family and you were treated that way. Thank you for the many years of loyal service to the community and for all of the wonderful meals enjoyed at Toto's. My condolences to his family who I'm sure will miss him terribly.

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