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Steven Martinelli Obituary

Steven John Martinelli
June 7, 1965 ~ April 29, 2021
Steven John Martinelli, late of Burlingame and San Mateo County resident for his entire life, entered into rest in Santa Clara on April 29, 2021. Beloved husband of Lisa Martinelli. Loving father of Michael Kevin and Jack Robert. Cherished son of Janet Martinelli and the late Albert Martinelli. Dear brother of Lauretta Fraser and brother in law Grant Fraser. Dear uncle of Sarah (her husband Matthew Buckley) and Stephanie. Son in law of Robert and Beatrice Tomasello. Brother in law of Anthony and Ellen Tomasello and uncle to Olivia. Also survived by his aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.
A native of San Francisco, California, age 55 years.
A member of the Peninsula Italian American Social Club in San Mateo, the Monte Cristo Club in San Francisco, Italian Catholic Federation Branch 173, and as an avid hunter belonged to the St. Germain Gun Club and the California Waterfowl Association.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at 2:00 PM with the visitation beginning at 1:00 PM at Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church, 1721 Hillside Drive in Burlingame. Interment will be at the Italian Cemetery in Colma. His family appreciates donations to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org or to the California Waterfowl Association at www.calwaterfowl.org.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from May 1 to May 9, 2021.

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Larry Martinelli

December 22, 2021

So sad I tried to call you--please call 530 887 9465 Love you Larry and JoAnn Martinelli

Louis

July 18, 2021

Rest In Peace my friend! I will miss you.

Vince Masetti

May 21, 2021

May Steves soul be at peace with our heavenly father. I pray for Lisa , Mike and Jack at this difficult time and offer my condolences to you and all. May Steves gentle soul always be in our hearts.
I love you Steve,
Rest in Peace

Lana

May 13, 2021

I'm a long-term customer to Steven's gardening services. It's a devastating news of Steve's passing. My sincere condolences to Steve's family. It was truly a pleasure to work with him: all jobs well done with friendly smile. He will be missed dearly.

Diane Masetti

May 12, 2021

Dear Janet and Lisa: I don't know the words to say. Steven was always so friendly and always had a smile. Too young! Hugs, Diane

Teleflora's Peaceful Zen Garden

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American Heart Association

May 3, 2021

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Laurie Hudelson

May 1, 2021

My deepest condolences to you Lisa, Michael and Jack! I have fond memories of your family at all of the Hudelson celebrations over the years! My heart breaks for your loss!

Laurie Hudelson

May 1, 2021

My deepest condolences to you Lisa, Michael and Jack! I have fond memories of your family at all of the Hudelson celebrations over the years! My heart breaks for your loss!

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May

15

Memorial Mass

2:00 p.m.

Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church

1721 Hillside Drive, Burlingame, CA

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