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RICHARD BATTAGLIA Obituary
Richard Angelo Battaglia
Entered into rest on November 25, 2012 at the age of 79. Beloved Husband of Betty A. Battaglia for 54 years. Loving father of Lori (Richard) Herndon, Gina (Ed) Serrata, Gary (Laura) Battaglia and David (Robyn) Battaglia. Grandchildren that he loved and enjoyed so much Jennifer, Nick, Chris, Jon, Sydney, Kate, Jack and Angelina. Brother of Ronald (Carolyn) Battaglia and the late Linda (Barry) Beal. A native San Franciscan, who was raised in the North Beach area of San Francisco. Graduate of Galileo High School and Graduate of San Francisco State University. Veteran of the US Army. Past Chairman of Personnel Board of South San Francisco, Member of the Colma Creek Flood Control Advisory Board of San Mateo County, Past Chairmen of the South San Francisco Housing Authority, Member of the Board of Behavioral Science Examiners for the State of California, Member of the Board of Directors for the Salesian Boys' and Girls' Club and also the Man of the Year in 2001, Past Member of the St. Veronica's Church Parish Council, Eucharistic Minister, Past Treasurer and member of the YMI Council #32, Member of the Italian American Citizens Club of So. SF, Member of the Peninsula Italian American Social Club, Past Member of the San Francisco Italian Athletic Club, Past President of the Italian Athletic Building Assoc., Councilman & Mayor of South San Francisco and presently the City Treasurer of South San Francisco. A Special Thank You to Sam Bonnano, John Zuffo, Frank Battaglia, Leslie Augero and Philip Remollo for their friendship, kindness and support during the final stages of his illness.
Friends may visit between 3-5pm, Thurs., Nov. 29th at Garden Chapel, 885 El Camino Real, So. SF and again at St. Veronica Church, 434 Alida Way, So. SF between 6-6:45PM where a Vigil Service will be offered at 7pm. A Mass of Resurrection will be held on Fri., Nov. 30th at 12noon St. Veronica Church. Contribution may be made in memory of Richard Angelo Battaglia to the Salesian Boys' and Girls' Club, 666 Filbert St., San Francisco, CA 94133-2805. Committal Holy Cross Cemetery. Condolences may also be made at www.gardenchapel885.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for RICHARD BATTAGLIA
Carol & Tom Walsh
November 21, 2023
Always soooo much fun to be with... miss you Dick!
Carol & Tom Walsh
Penne Tognetti
December 10, 2012
Betty, Lori, Gina, Gary and David
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I will always remember working on Dick's campaign and the warmth I felt in your home. God bless you all.
December 7, 2012
Dear Betty and Family, Please know that we were shocked to hear the news. We hope everyone is remembering the good times, as we have many fond memories of Dick. Especially at Halloween dressed as Groucho Marx. One of our favorite memories. May he rest in peace. Love, Lorraine and John
December 2, 2012
Dear Betty and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. How special Dick was. Linda always spoke so highly of him and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
With our love,
Don and Cindy Pitcher
November 30, 2012
Gary and David - We're so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. May you and your families find comfort in knowing you're in the thoughts and prayers of so many.
~ Bill Bonifacio & Family
November 29, 2012
Dear Betty and especially the children. I am feeling your grief as any wife and children may experience. I believe more than anything that Dick treasured his family as much as any man could. The memory of all those special family times are what sustain us during sorrowful times. Peace and Love to you. Sharon Thomas and Family
Valerie Lambertson
November 29, 2012
Dear Betty
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You were dearly loved by a man who is now at rest. May all the many good memories bring you comfort.
Valerie.
November 29, 2012
Find comfort in knowing he is at last at peace. My love goes out to all of you.
Judi
Diane Huddleston
November 29, 2012
Betty,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
My deepest sympathies to your family.
Carol & Tom Walsh
November 29, 2012
Dear Betty & Family:
Words cannot express how sad we are that Dick has passed. He has left us with so many wonderful memories and good times that we will treasure forever!! What a great guy and family!!
Love and condolences to all, Carol & Tom xoxoxo
Lynda Edwards
November 29, 2012
I am so shocked to hear of Dick's passing. Love to you, Betty, and your wonderful family. He touched many lives and will live on through memories.
Best,
Lynda
Mandy and Zoltan Biacs
November 28, 2012
To Lori and family -
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and our hearts.
Nancy Chin
November 28, 2012
Dear Battaglia Family ~
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Mr. Battaglia's legacy & wonderful spirit will live on in his beautiful tight knit family & everyone he loved & touched!
November 28, 2012
A life well lived, Dick was a good neighbor and friend since the '50s and will be missed. Our condolences to Betty and the family, our heart is with you all.
Kamala & Dave Silva and the Wolfe Family
November 28, 2012
I love you Dad. loulee
Scott Larwood
November 28, 2012
Goodbye Dick. You were a great godfather to me. Thanks for all the good memories, e.g. Toto's pizza and bad movies on New Years Eve! Hope they are playing your favorite music up there, and not showing any sports!
Terry Ergas Catton
November 28, 2012
To the Battaglia Family:
I am so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. May you all find comfort in your memories and in each other. Love to you all...
Terry
Barry Beal
November 28, 2012
Betty. I'm so sorry! Dick was a wonderful person and a pleasure to have as a brother-in-law.
Nina Clima
November 28, 2012
So long, my kindergarten boyfriend. Will miss ya.
I kept one valentine for me.
Arlene and Fred Callegari
November 28, 2012
Dear Betty and Family,
Fred and I send you our deepest condolences and sympathy on the lost of your beloved husband and dear father. We Remember the beautiful times, when you and your family would visit Laura and Angelo. May he rest in peace.
sarah
November 28, 2012
nana betty, gina, lori, gary and david, keeping you in my heart and prayers. nanu dick was wonderful and will always be alive in my memories.
Larry & Joan Coleman
November 28, 2012
Dear Betty and Family:
Our deepest sympathy...Dick was a wonderful man who worked so hard for the SSF community. May he be at peace.
November 28, 2012
I am sorry for your loss.
Art Gates
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