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Nancy Tarantino Obituary
Nancy was with the love of her life Bert Huffman for the last 33 years. Because of her courageous spirit Nancy followed Bert up Kilimanjaro and Kala Patthar. They had numerous adventures throughout Bhutan, Thailand, and Europe. She also cycled many local miles with her friends.
Nancy's smile and distinctive laugh will forever be in our hearts. She found delight in the company of her nieces and nephews whom she loved to spoil. Nancy's warm gentle spirit made an imprint on the lives of all who knew her. Even in death, Nancy demonstrated her loving spirit by being an organ donor, helping those unknown to her.
Nancy is survived by her husband Bert Huffman, her mother Lydia Tarantino, her siblings Steve Tarantino (Concie), Terry Giorgetti (Rick), Chris McKeon (Tim), Annette Weed (Richard), Laura Tarantino, Tony Tarantino (Julie), Lisa Brodsky (Carl), and Angela Tarantino (Carl DeSalvo), and her many nieces and nephews, their spouses and children. She was predeceased in death by her father Anthony J. Tarantino.
A "Celebration of Life" Mass will be held at Holy Name Church, 1555 39th Avenue, San Francisco, on Saturday June 29th at 11:00 am.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to her favorite charity, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, at www.lls.org
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Marlene Eckert (née Weissman)
July 5, 2019
I was so saddened to learn of Nancy's passing. I had been thinking about her just around the time of her death because I arrived in San Francisco with 2 of my granddaughters that day and we went to Tarantino's for dinner the next evening ( I was unaware of the tragedy at that time). Nancy and I were in the same pledge class of Alpha Phi at UCSB and we were also both on the 7th floor of San Nicholas Hall our freshman year. Nancy was always so sweet and dear. I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
janet darcey
June 30, 2019
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janet darcey
June 30, 2019
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janet darcey
June 30, 2019
My time with the Tarantino family goes back to Aetna Springs Resort where they would ring a big dinner bell for us to eat in the main dining room..a hundred year old resort that was ready to fall down but beautiful...Anyway I know Steve..Terrry .. Chris..and Tony and lovely Lydia and the sweet Mr .Tarantino...I had to come for Nancy as coincidently my great aunt also worked at Biordis and loved working there ...God Bless you Nancy
Mary Ann Hurley Provence
June 29, 2019
Fondly remembering Nancy from the years we spent together at Holy Name. Nancy was loved by all and kind to all. At one of our Holy Name reunions, Nancy brought a stack of 8th grade graduation pictures that she had received from her HN classmates with loving messages ofstay sweet and have fun at St. Rose. I know she did both.
My condolences to all the Tarantino Family for this tragic loss. May you be comforted by all the wonderful memories of your loving sister.
I am sorry I am unable to celebrate her life with you today but I will be holding her and all of you in my heart.
❤
Mary Hurley Provence
Barbara Cave Clark
June 28, 2019
Wishing your family strength, love and light. I fondly remember our days as Alphi Phi's at UCSB. Nancy and I had some great times heading up to Lake Cachuma. Her energy and spirit will always be with us.
Barbara Cave Clark
June 28, 2019
Wishing your family strength, love and light. I fondly remember our days as Alphi Phi's at UCSB. Nancy and I had some great times heading up to Lake Cachuma. Her energy and spirit will always be with us.
Mary Mazzaferri-Fosse
June 26, 2019
So very sorry about Nancy's passing . I remember her at St.Rose. She was a kind person with a smile on her face and a twinkle in her eye. With deepest sympathy and prayers for her family.
Arlene Ciuffreda Hale
June 25, 2019
I am so very sorry about the passing of such a dear friend and truly wonderful person. Nancy will always be remembered.
Jill Ertola Shustoff
June 24, 2019
My deepest condolences on Nancy's untimely passing. May she rest in peace.
June 24, 2019
I remember our days together at Holy Name and then Saint Rose. Nancy had a ready smile and a warm welcome for everyone. My condolences to her family.
Julie Braun Martin
Janet Zarna
June 23, 2019
My deepest sympathy to all Nancy's loved ones. She was truly a kind soul, and will be forever missed.
Beth Grenfell-Devener
June 20, 2019
I went to St. Rose with Nancy & will always remember her with a smile & a laugh. I am so very sorry for your loss. With love, Beth Grenfell
June 20, 2019
We were so very sad to hear of Nancy's passing. Nancy was a wonderful person--sweet, kind, and always welcoming with a big smile. She truly touched the lives of everyone she met.
With deepest sympathies for all the family,
Terry O'Loughlin and Jay Helms
June 20, 2019
Nancy touched my heart from a very early age. She was always such a deeply beautiful person. I loved her smile and hugs. Biordi's was always a little nicer to work at when she was working next to me. I'm so happy that she left this world being able to give away the gift of life. Even though we were never close in a traditional way, I will miss her immeasurably.
June 19, 2019
Dear Bert,
John and I are so deeply sorry for this tragic, sudden loss. Our hearts are aching...Nancy lit up your life and had that quiet dazzling presence whenever we saw her--at the South End Rowing Club and when we popped in to Biordi to say hello (and also to buy...).
We wish you a long life, Bert, and our condolences to Nancy's family and loved ones.
Much love, Roberta Guise and John Rohosky
Laura Castelan Murphy
June 19, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. I was in Angel's class at Holy Name and I remember your family so well. God bless.
John & Joni Dillane (Cotter)
June 19, 2019
Sincere sympathies to her husband Bert, her Mother Lydia all the Tarantino families. Thinking of you all at this time of great loss and grieve. Nancy was an exceptional person so kind and helpful at work and always had a smile for everyone. Nancy left a great void and will be missed terribly, Sincere condolences from John & Joni Dillane and family.
June 19, 2019
We were neighbors of the Tarantino Family for many years on 36th Avenue. We are very sorry for your loss.
The Lewin Family
June 18, 2019
When I was a high school outcast, Nancy and Debbie adopted me and made me their friend. I will never forget her kindness, a kindness anchored in her loving family. What a beautiful, beautiful person. My deepest sympathies. Kathleen Purcell
Meegan Murphy
June 18, 2019
I am so sorry to read of this. All of the Tarantinos are firmly rooted in my heart, having had Laura as a classmate and friend for so many years. I wish you all solice in each other as you grieve. My heart breaks for you.
Meagan Murphy
June 18, 2019
There are no words to express our sadness at Nancy's passing. She was an exemplary woman in every way, even at a young age. We are all better for having known her.
Bill and Karen Kauser Ziebron
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