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Richard Parodi Obituary

Richard A. Parodi, D.D.S. At peace in San Francisco, July 17, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. Dearly beloved and devoted husband of Betty; loving father of Stephen (Amy) and Susan Rengstorff (Dan); doting grandfather of Ryan Rengstorff; dear brother-in-law of Joan Bisagno; cherished cousin of Irene Crescio, Carol Perez and Louise Redmond; adored son of the late Lena and Peter Parodi. A native of San Francisco, he was a graduate of Riordan High School, the University of San Francisco and the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He practiced dentistry for 41 years in the Portola District of San Francisco, the neighborhood where he was raised. Always humble and understated, he was a gentle and caring man. He is our hero and will be greatly missed. A Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Ignatius Church at 10:00AM on Tuesday, July 21, followed by Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family prefers donations may be made to The Family Link, 317 Castro Street, San Francisco, CA 94114. HALSTED N.GRAY-CAREW & ENGLISH (415) 673-3000

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Jul. 19 to Jul. 20, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Parodi

14 Entries

cecilia labrado

July 31, 2009

Dear Parodi Family,

I was so saddened to hear of Dr. Parodi's passing. God be with you all and remember that he is with God now.

He was a dear, generous loving man. Never complained, always anxious and very delighted to be able to serve his community.

Sincere thoughts,

Cecilia Labrado
ex-employee

Charlie Wambeke

July 27, 2009

Dear Parodi Family, Rich and I were childhood friends. Many a night I stopped by his lab in a downstairs room at his parent's home on the corner of Girard and Wayland Streets. He would often take a break from his late night dental school studies for a chat and a game of chess.
Charlie Wambeke - still in San Francisco

Rhonda (Christensen) Mullner

July 21, 2009

Dear Parodi Family-
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Parodi's passing. He has been my dentist since I was 12 years old. Even when I moved out of SF, I continued to see him. I will always think of him as a kind, caring, and funny man.

Please accept my sincere condolences during this difficult time.

John Monteverdi

July 20, 2009

On behalf myself, Anna Monteverdi and Arlene Margetich, I offer my deepest sympathies to Rich's family.

July 20, 2009

Dear Parodi Family: Our hearts are filled with such sadness for all of you at this time. We have known Rich and his family for over 60 years as our parents were merchants on San Bruno Ave and my oldest brother, Buzz went to school with Rich at St. Elizabeth's and then onto Riordan and then when he took over Dr. Shapiro's practice, we all became his patients too ......please accepts our sincere condolences,
The (Sil ) Bozzini Family

gina bissell

July 20, 2009

Dear Parodi Family,

I would like to express my condolences on behalf of myself and the Andreatta family. Dr. Parodi has been my dentist ever since I was a little girl. My father, "Doc" Andreatta had his chiropractic business in the same building with Dr. Parodi for many years, and they were good friends. I remember they would have lunch together once in a great while before my dad passed. I will miss Dr. Parodi very much-he was a wonderful dentist and a wonderful person. He always had a smile on his face whenever I came for my dental visits. He was also very good to my mom, Mary. Our family will miss him very much. May he be at peace now with the angels and our Lord Jesus. God bless all of you.

Gina Bissell (Gina Andreatta)

Susan Wong

July 20, 2009

To Mrs. Parodi and Family,

Dr. Parodi was our family dentist when we lived in the Portola neighborhood in the 1970's. I remember him as a very kind and professional man. He took very good care of us. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the memories you have be cherished in your heart forever. Dr. Parodi has now earned his angel wings in heaven. God bless your family.

Susan Musante Wong

Cecilia Martinez Family

July 20, 2009

Dear Parodi Family:
I would like to let you know that you have our greatest sympathy and our hearts are truly saddened. Doctor Parodi was more than just our family’s dentist for nearly 30 years; he was a wonderful friend. We always enjoyed seeing him and hearing his interesting stories about his family through the years. I believe I was only twelve when I first went to his office and that is why I will truly miss his priceless skill.
Indeed, he was the best dentist any patient could ask for; I’m grateful that I had the opportunity to visit with him and hear him whistling around the dentist chair one last time this past March. He was and always will be the greatest dentist I’ve ever had!
And, we know that his passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of all those who knew him. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cecilia Martinez-Rios & the Martinez Family

Wendell Olson

July 20, 2009

To the Parodi Family,

Our condolences to a great man... He has taken care of several members of our family and I will miss him greatly. I looked forward to his Navy sea stories everytime! He will be remembered always!

Wendell Olson and Family

Cliff Kupperberg

July 20, 2009

Dear Betty,

I know we have not been in touch for a while, but I want you to know how much I enjoyed the relationship I had with Rich (and with you). Rich was a fine man and I was proud to have him as a client.

My sincere wishes are for your peace and comfort. You deserve both for your dedication to insuring his happiness and well-being for such a long time.

Cliff Kupperberg

Richard Zanotti

July 19, 2009

Dear Betty and Family,
My cousin, Saundra, informed me today about Richard. He had been our family dentist for many years. My contact with him went back to 1950 and St. Elizabeth School. We use to go to morning Mass together. We we went to high school together. I kept contact with him when he was in the Navy. His father, Pete, sold us our first house. Richard secured the Olympic Club for our elementary school class's twenty-fifth year reunion. He was always generous and friendly. He will be missed by many.

Mary Gomes

July 19, 2009

I am proud to say that at the age of 16 or 17, I became one of Dr. Parodi's first patients and have remained one for over 40 years. As the years went by, I felt he was more of a friend than just my dentist and we shared many stories about our families. His kindness and love for his patients always shined through. He was a very special man. Although I never met any of you, I always felt I knew you through him. I will miss my visits with him so much. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Gloria San Filippo

July 19, 2009

To all the Parodi Family, we the San Filippo Family offer our sincere condolences on hearing of the death of a wonderful caring Dentist. He took care of most of our family when we lived in San Francisco. May he now rest in peace in heaven. The Joe and Gloria and Frank & Rose San Filippo, families.

Marlene Betsch-Rasmussen

July 19, 2009

Dear Betty, Stephen, Susan & Family,
Bob & I are so sorry to hear about Dr. P.'s death. I worked for him 11 1/2 years. We had some fun times at work. I always liked his ties. He always had a tie for any occasion. His patients thought the world of him. I lost a great friend. But we know that he's in a better place. Know that you are in our prayers. Wish I could be there, but you understand. With Deepest Sympathy,
Bob & Marlene Betsch-Rasmussen

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