Robert L. Schenone

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Robert Schenone Obituary

Robert L. Schenone Passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends, December 5, 2007 in Redwood City at the age of 72. He was born July 4, 1935 in Stockton, CA. He was preceded in death by his parents Andrea Schenone, Michael and Josephine Stagnaro. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Helen (nee Kauffman); their three children, Michael, Gary (Karen) and Patricia McDonald; sisters, Carol (Ron) Loiacono, Donna (Bob) Fraher; brothers and sisters-in-law, Al and Norma Guaspari, Mel and Joan Kauffman. He was the very proud grandfather of Gary Jr., Stephanie, Alyssa, Michele, Billy, Julianne, Noelle, Nicole, and Jaycie. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Bob grew up in San Francisco, graduating from Galileo High School in 1953 and USF in 1957. After serving three years in the Army, he began a 40 plus year career in the insurance industry. Starting as an underwriter for Safeco Ins., he moved his family to Southern California to become executive vice president of Merit Plan Ins. Co. He was instrumental in launching their new personal line products that are still used today. Returning to the Bay Area in 1970, Bob began this long association with civil Service Employees Ins. Co. as their senior vice president of marketing. Retiring in 1988, he started Schenone Insurance Services. This family business became the focus of his life over the last 20 years. With the loving support of his wife, Helen, he lived his dream of working with his children, building a thriving insurance brokerage that is a staple in downtown Menlo Park. Bob made many lifelong friends along the way. His sense of humor was only outdone by his endearing humility. He made everyone feel special and he valued each and every one of these relationships. He will sorely be missed by many but forgotten by none. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service and reception on Sunday, December 16, 2007 at 10:00 AM in Woodside. Adults please call (650) 245-8366 for dress code and location. Memorials in Robert's name to The ALS Association Greater Bay Area Chapter, 565 Commercial St., SF, CA 94111 preferred.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Dec. 11, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Schenone

11 Entries

Kim Noisat-Litzenberg

December 26, 2007

To the Schenone family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many wonderful memories of your family, may god bless you all.

Kim Noisat-Litzenberg

Geri McDonald

December 16, 2007

Helen, Gary, Mike & Patty; Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Bob was such an amazing individual who always had a smile on his face. He brought joy to all of those around him. He will surely be missed.
All our love,
Joe & Geri McDonald

Shirley Roybal

December 16, 2007

Mike, Gary and family, you have my deepest symphathy for your loss. I am sure your father will be watching over you daily.

Gian L. Osorio

December 14, 2007

To the Schenone family,

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Bob was a wonderful man who always had a quick wit about him. His good nature and love for his family and his work were always evident; and it is clearly shown in his children. May God Bless you...Gian L. Osorio and Family

Steven Cresci

December 13, 2007

I am sorry to hear Bob has passed away. Linda and I always enjoyed the times we spent with Bob and Helen at CSE agent functions.
Bob had an impact of my life in a way that he was a mentor to me. He pointed me in the direction of joining Toastmasters, going for my CPCU designation, and starting my own insurance agency. I have a lot to thank Bob for.

Bonnie Addario

December 12, 2007

To the Schenone Family.....

As you know Bob has taken care of all of our insurance needs for many years.

His honesty, integrity, caring ways and love of his family, friends and customers was evident in everything he did.

Our family will miss Bob for many years to come and we will remember him with a smile.....

Bonnie and Tony Addario & Family

December 12, 2007

We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Our family has been one of Bob's many clients for many many years and always found Bob to be a responsive, professional, caring and supportive individual for all of our family endeavors. I enjoyed the many, albeit brief conversations that I've had with him. He was a special human being We will miss him. Our thoughts are with his family.

Tony Addario

Debbie Lindsey (Wood)

December 12, 2007

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Bob was my first "boss." I worked for CSE Insurance Co in the 70's right out of high school. I was promoted by him to work for the brokerage dept and he tried to encourage me to get my own license, telling me that I was too smart to work under someone else's. Well, Bob, I thank you for having faith in me. I went back to school and have a Bachelors degree in Nursing. I have been an RN for nearly 20 years. I have and always will remember you.

Annetta Sullivan-Giambruno

December 12, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss- Bob was a great guy and I have many fond memories growing up with him in my life - I will miss him

Bethany Fraher-Collondrez

December 12, 2007

Uncle Bob was and always will be a great man. He had a way of lighting up a room each time he walked into it. His hugs were always warm to the touch. His sense of humor always put a smile on your face. Never was there a time when he did not greet you with open arms.
Uncle Bob you will be greatly missed, I love you ~ I love this family...

"Forever he will be remembered a wonderful man and will Forever Always be in our hearts.

paula maurano

December 10, 2007

I am so sorry to hear of your family's great loss. Bob was a wonderful man and always showed the greatest integrity and compassion in his everyday actions and demeanor. I have many fond memories of Bob that I carry around inside of me as a tribute to what a great guy he was! So sorry for your loss.

Paula Maurano

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