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Joseph Torre Obituary

Joseph "Leo" Torre Entered into rest on February 14, 2008, age 88 years. Beloved son of the late Margaret and Joseph Torre. He was a native San Franciscan and long time active in the affairs of the Italian community and his beloved city, as well as an active parishioner of SS Peter and Paul Church. Leo worked as an insurance broker and travel agent and was a longtime employee with the City & County of San Francisco as an auditor. Friends may visit on Tuesday, from 2pm to 8pm with a Rosary at 7pm at HALSTED N. GRAY - CAREW & ENGLISH, 1123 Sutter St., SF. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, 11am at SS Peter and Paul Church, San Francisco. Private Interment. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 1900 Powell St., #120, Emeryville, CA 94608. Complimentary Parking (415) 673-3000

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Feb. 17, 2008.

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Carla Healy

February 22, 2008

Dear Leo,
We will remember your sense of humor, warmth, and welcoming manner. We reminisce about the lovely lunch we had together last September, and hoped we'd visit again one day but God had other plans. May you find peace.
Love, Carla and John

marc Bacigalupo

February 19, 2008

Dear Leo, It was a pleasure to know you. We will miss your warmth and friendship. Love, Marc and Judy.

Lena and Giuli Ferrando

February 18, 2008

Long time friend,we will miss you
God bless you

George and Vicki Torre

February 17, 2008

Dear Leo,
What a pleasure to finally meet you and share a very enjoyable lunch in your beautiful city. We are so sorry to have know you for such a short time. God bless you and Godspeed on your new journey.
Love,
George and Vicki Torre

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