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Walter Biondi Obituary
Passed away on December 7, 2013 peacefully in his home with his daughter by his side. He was born on September 10, 1918 in San Francisco, California and grew up in North Beach. A third generation San Franciscan, Walter was one of five brothers (Artie, Rialto, Frank, and Virgil) and a sister (Flora). He went to Galileo High School where he met the love of his life, Johanna. They were married in 1940. After the war broke out, he was stationed in Bremerton, Washington in the Navy where he was a corpsman. After the war he went to work for a dental lab where he learned his trade as a dental lab technician working till he retired at the age of 62.
Walter and Johanna had a daughter, Barrie, in 1946. He was a self-taught harmonica player and always carried it with him to "play whenever the mood struck him." He enjoyed playing at senior centers and convalescent homes on a regular basis well into his 90's. Walter's favorite pastime was trap and skeet shooting. He continued to enjoy shooting, as well as teaching, well into his retirement years at the Pacific Rod and Gun Club. He had many wonderful years and met some incredible people through his gun club membership. Walter is preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Johanna and survived by his brother, Virgil, his daughter, Barrie, and his grandson, Nick. He was 95.
Donations may be made to Hospice by the Bay in lieu of flowers.
A private burial ceremony will take place; however, a celebration event of Walter's life will be announced in January.
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Memories and Condolences
for Walter Biondi
Alan Marcus
September 11, 2023
a Belated condolence....Such a nice man. I was his delivery boy during the summer in about 1975. Drove his blue chevy pick up like an idiot.... but was given "permission" since I had to get the relined denture to the 450 Sutter bldg from Ocean ave in 15 minutes. His partial denture frameworks were legendary. RIP
Susan Mack
March 3, 2014
Walt was a patient in Dr. Ortner's dental office for many, many years. As a former dental lab tech myself, I had a great respect for Walt. May his memory be a blessing.
Leigh Frazier
February 24, 2014
I took trap shooting lessons with Walt and he was a patient and enthusiastic teacher. I'm sorry to hear of his pasing.
Steve Killpack
February 18, 2014
I am sad to learn of the loss of this fine man. Walt was a sincere friend to me. I will always treasure our many years of friendship. He taught me to shoot skeet, was among the first to wish me well when my children were born and even taught my boys skeet. I will honor him by being more like him, his kindness and goodwill towards all.
Carl Sato
February 16, 2014
Rest in peace my dear friend, thank you for the great times we spent together. I will see your face and hear your harmonica music forever.
Naomi Nishi
January 7, 2014
Walter is the optitome of a true gentleman with the love for family and friends that is truly an inspiration. For the past few years, Walter joined our annual New Years Day get together and we had such a blast! He came with such positive energy and we always looked forward to his harmonica playing. His playbook was incredible but he could play each and every one!! Wow! We truly missed him this past new year but we felt his spirit among us. My mother and I were truly blessed to have known him....he will always be in our hearts.
January 5, 2014
Barrie,
Missed receiving Walter's Christmas card and his yearly news. My husband used to shoot with Walter when he visited San Francisco. I am Diane Lipman Baxter and my mother was Arline Lipman. We will both truly miss Walter. He was a true gentleman and always so caring and thoughtful.
Diane and Bill Baxter
Jeanine and Gunard Mahl
January 4, 2014
My husband, Gunard & I, have known Walt for years. Both of us are past Presidents of the Pacific Rod & Gun Club and treasured Walt's friendship and support of the Club. Walt played his harmonica at our Easter breakfast for years. He always serenaded me with "Jeanine, I Dream of Lilac Time" as my Dad named me Jeanine because of that song. He will be truly missed.
Sean Miranda
January 3, 2014
Walter took me shooting as a young teen at the Rod and Gun Club. My children called him Uncle Walt per his request and got a bag of chocolate every Halloween. We shared gophers between our lawns and Walt always had a solution for getting rid of them. Walter will be greatly missed and I am honored to consider him a great friend and neighbor!! God Bless You Walter, you will be in my prayers.
Kevin Rushton
December 16, 2013
I will remember you as a mentor and many years of friendship. I rarely heard you say an unkind word about anyone. You carried yourself with class and grace, I am grateful to have known you.
Richard Dunckel
December 12, 2013
My deepest condolences. Walt honored us by saying the eulogy for my late father-in-law (his gun club friend George Tokugawa). Walt was a gentle giant of a man with a heart to match. His kindness and smiles enriched us all. His harmonica seemed to be a part of him and he played it well. They don't make men like him any more. He was one of a kind and will be missed. Richard Dunckel
December 11, 2013
Dear Barrie, Janet told me about your dad. I was so sorry to hear that. We have such wonderful memories of him visiting our family. He was always so kind to my mother and daughter Angela, and always entertained us with his harmonica. He was always such a joy!
Our sincere condolences. Marilyn (Savelli)Cornejo
Sandra Vannucci
December 11, 2013
Walt will be deeply missed. He' been my parents neighbor and friend since the '60s. I'm so glad I was able to spend a little time with him recently. Rest in peace my friend.
Belia Wartens
December 11, 2013
Berry Nick: I Want to extent my condoleces to you and all your family. nsentx We loved visiting with your dad at the office he was such a gentleman and inspiration. I joyed talking with him on the visits in the office. He will be missed.
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