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Karen Jones
July 4, 2024
My name is Karen Jones. I am the daughter of Hazel and Bill Young. My parents were Balboa high school friends with John. They were all partying together until they were quite old. When I look at my parent´s photo album I see pictures of the Buffas. My mother´s maiden name was Hansen, she went to Balboa, but my father went to Poly. I can still hear them singing the Balboa song at their dinner parties.
Karen jones
July 4, 2023
John was my mothers school mate, they remained friends for the rest of my parents life. They had frequent dinner parties, and always sang the balboa song. My mom was Hazel Hansen and married Bill Young, he went to Poly. They were Bill and Hazel Young
Karen Young Jones
July 4, 2021
I am the daughter of Hazel and Bill Young, John´s classmates of Balboa. Do you remember their frequent get togethers with Ruth and Jerry Stubo, etc. I have a picture of the group in their later years. You can find me on Facebook, or here for a reply
Marta Jamshidi
August 8, 2011
Uncle John was one of the funniest and generous people. He was my father's best friend, all the way back to Balboa High. I loved it when they, and another North Beach old timer, Hank Jackson, got together and told stories about the old days in San Francisco. There just is nobody like them anymore - sad for all of us. My sisters, Mary Consolo and Kristina Memarian, and I will always treasure that we were priviledged to have him as out godfather.
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Karen Jones
July 27, 2011
John and Marge Buffa were my parents very dear friends from Balboa Highschool. They had many get togethers throughout the years. My parents were Bill and Hazel Young. I remember the parties well, as you could hear the laughter outside. They all had a wonderful time together. They all sang their Balboa Highschool song at the table. It's sad to think those special people are probably all gone now. Karen Jones
Bob & Jeanne Hanssen
July 14, 2011
We remember the "good old days"
July 12, 2011
Johnny you were a very good person. You put me in my place when it was appropriate. You gave me a free drink whenever you felt like it. But, most importantly, you were my friend. So long pal, I'll see you on the other side.
Bob Hanssen, Jr.
July 12, 2011
I met John when I was very young. My Dad introduced me to him at the Zanzibar. Over the years we would see him at different places and times. Then I didn't see him for more than 15 years. I walked into Negri's with my girlfriend and there was John! I ordered our drinks and when John put the drinks down he said, "So, how's your Dad?" I was floored that he remembered me! There will never be another Johnny Buffa! Rest in peace. John.
Frank & Rosalie Gau
July 12, 2011
John was an all round good guy and the nicest bartender I ever knew. The Zanzibar was my hangout. I met my wife Rosalie (Alexander) Gau there. She was one of his coctail waitresses. We had many memorable experiences there with our friends and buddies. Rest in peace, John.
bobby(rod) rodriguez
July 11, 2011
John-you taught so many of us in north beach how to treat customers and fellow workers-you were a role model for bartenders-you were definitely the nicest bartender that ever lived-thanks for the advice and friendship..your smile and heart will never be forgotten...
Janette Steger-Snell
July 11, 2011
I will never forget how much you improved the lives of so many people by just knowing you. I will miss you very much and I feel so blessed to have been your friend. Thank you for that.
John & Julia Ecker
July 11, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Never met a more gracious man than Johnney, so wonderful and kind. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends who will miss him dearly.
Bill Baber
July 10, 2011
It has been twenty years but it was a pleasure to work with John at Negri's . I was also from San Francisco and loved his stories. He was a class act and a true gentleman... RIP John.
Tim Steger
July 10, 2011
I am glad to have met you, you always made going to work fun with your words of wisdom and the stories from the eventful life you led. you will be missed by all who knew you.
July 10, 2011
I will miss him forever. He was my "Tuesday Night Stop" at Negri's. He opened his home many times to his Occidental family for birthday's, holiday's and parties in general. We loved him! God bless you Johnny. Thank you for all of your kindness and generosity. I will never forget the parade we had for you on your birthday! Priceless! Much love to his family.
Melissa Stubbs
July 10, 2011
I am so glad that I got to work with such a great man, Negri's has never been the same!! Johnny, you will be missed dearly!!
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