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Steven Giraudo Obituary

Steven Michael Giraudo Steven left us on December 4, 2012 at St. Mary's hospital after emergency surgery for a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm. When hope was lost we made the tough decision to remove care and let him go - as were his very often expressed wishes.

In accordance with his wishes there will be no funeral or viewing but a party at a later date in celebration of his life. His one request was it to be "open bar." That was dad.
Donations to the charity of your choice are preferred or to www.caringbridge.org which has been to helpful to him after his wife's stroke. Also, we ask that you consider donating blood as they used several units of blood to keep him with us and, although it was not enough, it could save someone else's life.

For more on his life and to leave the family a memory go to www.caringbridge.org/visit/stevengiraudo

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Dec. 6 to Dec. 9, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
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January 3, 2013

Deeply felt condolences to the Giraudo Family. I have fond memories of standing on the corner at the 10th Avenue bakery and Steve coming out with Kaiser rolls hot from the oven to give to those of us waiting to catch the #10 Monterey, coming home from SI (when it was on Stanyan Street).
Eric Goosby; Zuretti Goosby,Jr, Kevin Goosby and Jackie Goosby

December 25, 2012

Our deepest sympathy for the loss of Steve goes to all of the Giraudo family. We have many wonderful memories of Steve from our days in SF. Best Regards from Donald and Pamela Bouey

December 14, 2012

The Giraudo Family,
Steve, you will be missed for being a the good friend of ours. Although it was forty-five years ago, you were a great support of our basketball team family.

The Donahue's

December 13, 2012

I've known Steve since we were 10 years old when my family moved back to 5th Ave.He was the best friend a man could have.His loss is like losing a brother and I miss him dearly, my condolenses to his great family......Bob Bagnod

Gloria and Gary Pardini

December 10, 2012

Our sincere sympathy to all the family.
Gloria Pardini and Gary Pardini.

Joe and Bev Giraudo

December 10, 2012

We were shocked and saddened to learn of Cousin Steve's passing. We remember him as a kind and gentle man who cherished the good times with his family. We so enjoyed the Bagna Cauda parties he and Maryellen hosted at their home.We send compassion and encouragement to Maryellen and family to get through this very difficult time. Joe and Bev Giraudo

Frank Lettieri

December 9, 2012

Steve was from the old school . A man of honor and his word. I worked with Steve for many years . I operated the Mr. submarine sandwich shops and we bought all,of our rolls from Boudin. In the bread business the bakeries picked up the stales and this was always an issue. Steve's dad was always fighting to keep the returns at a minimum and would always say . Order what you need . Your returns are killing me. Steve was always there to manage and repairr hurt feelings. He understood how hard the bakers and drivers worked and loved the bread business . He was always around when we ran out of bread on busy days and would be at the bakery on 10th ave to open and give us the fresh wonderful smelling fresh rolls. I will always remember that wonderful smell.

We all worked hard, but we had a great time and thankful for what we had.

My thoughts and prayers are with Lou and Steves family.

Good bles

Frank Lettieri

Elida & Earl Harris

December 9, 2012

Growing up with Steve was so special. The great times we would have in Acampo, CA. and when I moved to San Franicsco, many great memories there too.
Strength and love go to Maryellen and his children and grandchildren. He will be missed so much as he was a fabulous man, father, grandfather, husband, cousin and friend to so
many. Love, Elida Manna Harris and Earl

John & Katrina Angeli

December 8, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with MaryElen & family. A real loss of a good guy!

Ann Lehman

December 8, 2012

RIP Steven ~ you were my classmate at Star of the Sea...I was Ann Marie Puccinelli way back then.
My deepest sympathys to the family of this dear man...may the Lord comfort you all in this time of great loss.

December 8, 2012

Wonderful memories of Steve and the bread business. Wishing his family only the best. Susan Meunier

Manna Family

December 7, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Giraudo Family

Lisa Baratta

December 7, 2012

Always remember going to Steve & MaryEllen' house for xmas eve when I was younger. Glad to have all of those great memories of the family when both of Steve's parents were still around. I am saddened by what has happened to both Steve and MaryEllen this year.

Noel Cimino

December 6, 2012

So long ole buddy.
From an SI friend.

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