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1933
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Italo Zarich Obituary
05/19/1933 - 06/23/2024
At 91 years old, our beloved Italo passed peacefully at UCSF Hospital surrounded by his devoted wife and loving family. A native of Chersano, Istria he was known for his kindness, humor, generosity, work ethic and his profound love for his family. Italo was a master tailor and clothier who began his profession at just fourteen years old. His adventurous spirit and desire for opportunity led him to be the first in his family to immigrate to the United States in 1955. Once in North Beach he met the love of his life, Liliana. Italo and Liliana were married on May 15, 1960 and purchased a home in the Sunset where they raised their sons Victor and Paul.
Italo worked at various fine men's clothiers before opening his own men's clothing store in Millbrae. Away from work Italo was a devoted husband and father who enjoyed listening to music, playing the accordion, and enjoying Liliana's fine cuisine.
Italo's greatest joy was being Nonno to his grandchildren who were fortunate enough to spend time with him almost daily.
Italo is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Liliana, his sons Victor (Monika) and Paul (Jennifer), his grandchildren Christina, Daniela, Antonio, Giovanni, and Gino Zarich. He is survived by his loving siblings Ennio (Marianne), Alma (Ernst), Maria (John), Silvanna and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by his parents Vittorio and Maria, his sister Bruna, brother Piero, and brother-in-law John Lucero.
Italo was loved and will be missed dearly. In his words, "It was a great ride."
Friends and Family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass on Monday, July 8, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 666 Filbert Street, San Francisco, CA
Interment to follow at The Italian Cemetery, 540 F Street, Colma, CA.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Italo's name can be made to the Salesian Boys and Girls Club, 680 Filbert Street, San Francisco, CA 94133, salesianclub.org.
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David Vallerga
October 31, 2024
My condolence to the Family, I worked with Victor for many years at EBMUD and wanted to say I´m sorry for your loss.
David Vallerga
Anita Nail
July 5, 2024
Sincere condolences to you Liliana and family. My prayers for you and the family to get through this most difficult time. Italo was a wonderful man and was so lucky to have such a loving family. Sincerely, Anita Nail
Electrical Inspection Division
July 2, 2024
To the Zarich family. We´re terribly saddened to here of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time.
Your friends and coworkers in the Electrical Inspection Division
Paul Sheridan
July 1, 2024
Good afternoon to Liliana, Paul and Victor. This is Paul Sheridan writing. I am so sorry for your loss. I never did meet Italo but I feel like I knew him because I heard so much about him all those years ago. Conor and my mother had told me about him over the years. What a great life he made. And all those lucky grandkids who knew their Nonno so closely, how fortunate they are. You mention Liliana's great cuisine and I have to respond to that. So many years ago, Liliana gave my mother Mary Lou a great recipe for a coffee cake. And we called it Liliana Cake forever, there was nothing like it. Conor and I requested it for all our special occasions! Please know we are thinking about you at this difficult time. Thank you, Paul Sheridan & Family
Tina canepa
June 29, 2024
Silvana and Maria and Familia, my deepest sympathy go out on the passing of your dear brother. He sounds like he was a wonderful man. My prayers and blessings are with you and May your memories always give you comfort. With Love, Tina
kaaren alvarado
June 28, 2024
Please accept my sincere sympathy, love and prayers. RIP!
kaaren alvarado and family
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