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James Licavoli Obituary

James Licavoli Passed away July 27, 2007, in Daly City, age 68. Survived by his wife, Madeleine; stepson, Greg Rougley, and numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews. Born in Salinas. Raised in Redwood City. Served in the US Air Force. Graduated from SF State University. Retired from SF Juvenile Probation Dept. (25 years); director, Log Cabin Ranch (12 years); chief investigator for Attorney Melvin Belli (eight years); partner in Sam Brown Group (11 years); member, California Association of Licensed Investigators. Memorial Mass, August 4, 10 am, St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1571 Southgate Ave, Daly City. Donations may be made to St. Andrew Conference of the St. Vincent, de Paul Society, 1571 Southgate Ave, Daly City, CA 94015.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Aug. 1, 2007.

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Edward Cottman

June 16, 2017

I was a student at Hidden Valley under Mr. Licavoli, and it is because his tough love and guidance that I turned out to become a decent kid. Eventually growing into a well mannered, respectable adult in short "I owe Mr. Licavoli my life". I just heard of his passing, I wish see the look on his face as sees my life's accomplishments. I will never forget you and Mr. Conrad, two men whom I quietly thought of as Surrogate Dads along with the other counselors who gave me great advice, and especially the fatherly love you gave "A swift kick in the rear-end!" Love you much Mr. L-RIP".

You saved a kid, and helped create a man.

Nina Palato

August 26, 2007

Sister Nina with love to my baby brother Jimmy.

August 26, 2007

Sister Stella Ghio with love and fond memories.

Rod and Jan Cardinale

August 18, 2007

Sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Junefaye Cardinale

August 18, 2007

Your Bro. Sal's wife that met you only once but you'll always remain in my heart as a wonderful man.Your Bro. Sal loved you very much and he sees you in heaven with all his brothers and sister.

Velma & Joy Lambert

August 16, 2007

Jim was such and outstanding and caring person to all that he came in contact with. He will be missed.

Ernestine Cade-Hill

August 7, 2007

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and family. He will be missed by all the Probation staff who knew him.

Jim and Buffy Tucker

August 6, 2007

With fond memories of our days working together for the Court, We offer our prayers for Jim and his loved ones whom we have not seen for some years.

Greg & Kathy Gonnella

August 5, 2007

What a privilege it was to meet such a gentle man! I was fortunate to attend the Ed Gonnella family reunion in August 2000 and enjoy the scenery of Colorado with all of them and got to make his acquaintance. Madeleine I know you and all who were close to him cherish the wonderful life you had with him. He is truly missed. You're all in our prayers.

Gloria Chee

August 2, 2007

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Vince Tong

August 2, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and friends.

Al HARPER

August 1, 2007

My prayers go out to your family.
Lic will missed

Barbara 'Benetti' Radmacher

August 1, 2007

I remember Jim so well from Sequoia High School, with a smile on his face and spot in his heart for all those that knew him. He was very special, and I feel so fortunate to have known him and to say he was my friend.

Dennis and Zephyr Sweeney

August 1, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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