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Randy Smith
June 17, 2012
Thinking of you and Linda - your old friend -
June 7, 2009
hi linda, was just out with aud..hope you are doing well! love babs
linda ratto
June 6, 2009
Thanks to all our friends who loved victor with such conviction. I miss him, I love him, I always will. It is the 3 year anniversary of Victors death today and it feels like yesterday. Our family is going to Mountain View Cemetery tomorrow to see him and after we will go to an old Italian restaurant and " Order Victor Style" This entails ordering EVERYTHING on the menu. Life is still beautiful but it lost a significant amount of shine when he left us. Love, Linda
Jennifer Holmes
June 6, 2009
I can't believe it's been 3 years. We miss you so much Vic. I hope you are entertaining the angels with your crazy humor.
Son Tran
January 12, 2009
Dear Linda and Family,
I am sorry and sadden to find out about the loss of Victor today. He is a good man and will be miss by many.
Son Tran
Castro Valley / Los Angeles
Anthony Lucero
March 10, 2008
I am sorry that I am signing this guest book almost 2 years later, but I just found out. I sent a few emails and phone calls to Victor over the past year and a half to say hello, and never heard back. I had feared the worse, but kept thinking that he must have moved somewhere and I am sure he is fine. So I am very sad today to find out this reality.
I met Victor when he sold my home in oakland in 2004, and I found him incredibly funny. So much so that I named one of my characters in a short film after him. He saw the film and jokingly said he wanted some royalties from it.
In the short time I knew him, he made lasting impression on me. He is missed.
My heart goes out to his family.
Abby Diamond
March 31, 2007
I just learned of Vic's death and I am so saddened. My heart goes out to you Linda and family. Vic and I met at Columbia Jr. College, 1975. Those were the good ol' days - we were just kids, really. I have such fond memories of Vic. When I picture his face, I will always see him smiling. Remember that big bushy ol' beard...?
Lucy Kohnen
September 10, 2006
I loved how much Victor loved Linda!!! Just seeing his face here makes me smile.
pat thomas
August 4, 2006
I didn't know Victor very well - but our paths did cross several times in the Bay Area Music biz over the years. He was always friendly and cheerful - which is a rare thing in the music business. Sorry that he's gone - my thoughts go out to his loved ones and those who knew him better than I.
Elaine Vestal
July 1, 2006
Dear Linda,
I am so shocked and saddened to hear about Victor. He was such a wonderful man and I will always miss him. My thoughts and heart are with you and the rest of the family. I love you guys so much.
Elaine
Joey D'Kaye
June 26, 2006
Victor was a good man. He will be missed.
joe barboza
June 24, 2006
hey vic...we love you
joe barboza of jayne doe
Ed Berman
June 19, 2006
The last time I saw Victor we talked the usual crap about how old we were getting. Today I think only about how young he was. For all he did, for all he gave, he deserved a way longer run.
Rest in peace Vic.
Laurie Mengel
June 19, 2006
Linda,
I am so very deeply sorry.
I was so shocked to hear.
My best to you and your family.
Much love,
Laurie
Elliot Cahn
June 16, 2006
I worked with Vic from time to time on his various music projects and always thought he was a very good guy. More recently, I've seen him only periodically but always enjoyed hearing about his career transformations. I'm very sorry to hear about his passing.
Vincent Anton Stornaiuolo
June 15, 2006
I just wanted to pay my respects, as I just learned of Vic's passing- I worked with Vic and Linda early on in the heydays of the Berkeley Square. My sympathies go out to Linda and Vic's kids. Take Care and God Bless.
Frances Neagley
June 15, 2006
My brother, Michael, worked with Victor at Berkeley Square in the 80's and I got to meet the gang and hang out there with them. Victor was always such a warm, vibrant person and made me (and everyone else) feel so welcome. As someone who was so much older than the rest of that crowd, it is hard to comprehend this untimely loss.
erik rader
June 14, 2006
i am deeply saddened to hear of this loss. victor was in many ways a mentor and a father figure to me during a time in my life when i was struggling to grow up too soon as a teenaged rock musician. more than some vic helped turn me from a backyard rocker into a pro. i am very sad that i had not had a chance to reconnect with and thank him. life is too short! don't put these things off. he taught me that the business of life is for today and not tomorrow. i give my heartfelt condolences to his family, and wish for them a pulling together in the warm presence of his memory.
with sadness -
Mary 'n Mike Panella
June 14, 2006
I am so sadddened to hear of Vic's death.I never saw him at any school reunions, but it sounds like he was out there doing what he loved and did best.And isn't that what life's all about? Livin' life to the fullest! Our sympathies,prayers and love go out to all his family and friends that his life touched.Our St. Mary's alumni class of '73 (Stockton) will wish him God speed to have gone so early from us all.But somehow I'd like to think God had much bigger business for him and his music up there.
Mary 'n Mike Panella
Sandi & Freddie Herrera
June 13, 2006
So sorry to hear the shocking news of Victor. From Stockton to Berkeley we've all come a long way and had a blast getting there. Prayers to the family and to you too Victor may your journey be swift.
Debra Kiriu
June 13, 2006
To Tina, Linda, and family. We are all so sorry to hear of your loss. Although it has been several years since we last saw Vic, the warm and happy person that he was will forever be in our hearts. God Bless all of you. With sympathy, Debra (Bull) Kiriu, Jeff and Cheryl Bull, Lorene (Bull) Hoff.
Dave Scheff
June 13, 2006
I'm just shocked and so sad. Victor was always a great friend and treated the bands he managed and everyone at the club with great respect, humor and kindness. My condolences to Linda and the family, and to all of Victor's many friends, among whom I'm honored to be included.
Annie Sparks
June 13, 2006
We are shocked and so sad about the loss of Victor. He had the heart of a bear, especially when it came to Linda, whom he loved fiercely, and his family. I am praying for all of you, especially and look toward the memorial. I remember when I was pregnant with Theo and as big as a house, nervous about being at their dinner party. He totally just pulled me up to the table and started feeding me this bread with slabs of garlic, he totally took care of me and I'll never forget it. He was intuitive and kind and loved. Guess what he did with Grace at Christopher's birthday party 2 weeks ago? The same thing!! Just a heartbreak to know he is not here anymore. I love you Linda. God Bless You.
Elaine Morinelli
June 12, 2006
Linda and Nick, et al, I just saw Victor Sunday about 5 pm pulling some signs off the street after an open house. I hadn't seen him since his birthday party and I stopped the car to wave. I'm so glad I did. I am so very very sorry. A man like Victor is unique and he will be missed, even by us outside the family circle. I love you guys and if there is ever anything I can do or you need an ear, call any time. Nick, cheese donuts babe!
Rhonda Fideldy
June 12, 2006
I haven't seen Victor in years, so sad to say. But if you'd ask me who I'd like to run into, his name is at the top of the list. Victor Ratto, Mike McNally, two of my favorites, who I never see. I loved Victor in high school, and still do. My deepest condolences go out to his family. I can imagine the depth of your pain.
Rest in peace, old friend.
Nadine Condon
June 12, 2006
Linda, Nicholas and the rest of the family,
Victor was a gem of a guy. I always loved him. He was
always a breath of fresh air in the music business...down to earth and so open to everyone. This is sad and shocking news and there will be a big hole in your family. I will always remember his big smile and warm heart. God bless you all during this difficult time. Truly, he was good peeps.
Nadine Condon and Mark Parsons
Debby & Mike Catanio
June 12, 2006
So sorry to hear about Victor. Tina, I am thinking about you and your family.
babs keller
June 12, 2006
Linda, I am so sorry about Victor. I had just given him my card to give to you in line at Washington Mutual in Montclair...I really liked seeing him on the corner and saying hi, brought back great memories of the Square..and made me feel I would still see everyone again. Sorry I missed the Uptones Show and you guys. If there is anything I can do to make things a little easier for ya, just call, or just call anyways...Love BABS
Audrey Faine
June 12, 2006
I worked for Vic for almost 3 years at the Berkeley Square and, to this day, have never had a cooler boss. He was straight-up, funny, obviously intelligent, and had a heart of gold. My heart goes out to Linda and Nicholas and the rest of the family! I'm better for having known Victor and I hope and pray that he's at peace and knows how much he's loved and missed. Love you, Victor!!
JAMES A COOPER III
June 12, 2006
I think I met Victor once when I was going to school with greg..But it was a good introduction.. hey greg sorry to hear about your brother..very sorry. Our hearts go out to you. My friend. take care.
Love the Cooper's
Ruby and Bob Zanoni
June 12, 2006
Dear Tina, Joe,Greg,Linda, & Sons, It was our pleasure meeting Victor with his Mom, Laura (my best friend) along with Warren Sr. and Tina in Watsonville. It's hard to believe that such a young, vibrant, kind man has been taken from his beloved family. May he rest in peace and may God comfort you and yours.
Jennifer Holmes
June 11, 2006
Victor, what are we going to do without you? Who is going to be the godfather of this crazy sprawling clan? I went through your photos today, pulling out all the ones for your memorial - so much fun you had in this life! Every time I'd find a good one I'd say "This is classic Victor!" We're all so sad. But I know you will be with us in spirit.
Watch over Linda and Nick, they're so devastated.
Roz Lopez
June 11, 2006
We are so sorry to hear about Victor. We were, in fact, just talking about him on our way home from Berkeley tonight. We had lost touch with him, but were just saying how much fun he always was to be with and were happy to have heard from a mutual friend recently, that he was doing very well. Our love to Linda and the family, Roz & Carlos Lopez
Steve Barton
June 11, 2006
Victor will be sorely missed. I met him when he was with the Berkeley Square and my band Translator would play. He went on to become our manager. What a sad day when I heard about his passing. I miss him. I send lots of love to his family.
Steve Barton
Sally & David Wingard
June 11, 2006
So many memories from HS Victor played football,drove a VW bug & was always connecting. 10 years later Berkeley Square with glitter shoes & the punk scene. Add a bit of the band manager & the Sierra's too. Family always a priority and of course friends! I almost bought a $1 Million dollar house - I should have listened to you! Of course Summer Home Park!We miss you Victor!
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