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Rena Ottria Obituary
Passed away peacefully at home on October 17, 2013 at the age of 96 surrounded by family and friends. Beloved wife of 68 years to the late Joseph; loving mother of Ray (Danna) and Carla (Louie); cherished grandmother of Mark (Jennifer), Joey (Piera), Ann (Rob), Tracy (Mike); great grandmother of Matthew, Bryan, Chiara, Rebecca, Nicholas, Lauren (Nolan); great great grandmother of Grant and Fenner. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Thank you Geraldine and family for your love and support. Jacquie and Claudia, whom she called her other daughters. She enjoyed family gatherings and entertaining friends. She loved yearly vacations in Yosemite with her family. She was active in the church and President of ICF Branch 258. She brought gifts and treats to care homes for the elderly for many years. A truly warm and caring person who was loved by all who knew her. Friends may visit Thursday from 3-9pm and are invited to attend the Vigil Service at 7pm at DUGGAN'S SERRA MORTUARY 500 Westlake Avenue Daly City. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 11am at Holy Angels Church 107 San Pedro Road, Colma. Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma.
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Sister Pat Davis
October 23, 2013
Dear Family of Rena,
I have many memories of your Mom and Dad. Always full of enthusiasm and energy, your Mom was ever ready to help and get involved! How blest we were to have both of them in our lives.They both gave so much to St. Elizabeth's Parish and the ICF!
Love,
Sister Pat Davis
October 23, 2013
So sorry to read of Rena's death. She and Joe were great people. We worked with them for many years in the ICF. Our condolences to her family.
The Kilcullen family
Carol Lucchesi Chiovare
October 22, 2013
Dear Ray and Carla, So very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I have so many memories of both you and your parents when we all lived on Ruby Avenue in San Carlos. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
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