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CLAUDE DELFOSSE
Claude Delfosse, father, husband, brother, entrepreneur, died on July 11, 2013. Born in Paris in 1940, Claude was an adventurer in his early years, a vintner in his later years; always a risk-taker; a whiz at crossword puzzles; a man of few words who could nonetheless command the attention of a room. After graduating from the prestigious École Nationale Supérieure d'Arts et Métiers in Paris, he worked as an engineer in South Africa, travelled around the world, and came to America on a Fulbright Scholarship. He continued his education at California Institute of Technology and spent his career in the technology sector. Upon retirement, he fulfilled his dream of starting a winery-Delfosse Vineyards & Winery-in central Virginia. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Genevieve Delfosse; his three children, Laurent Delfosse, Olivier Delfosse, and Oriane Delfosse; and his six grandchildren. Memorial services will be held on September 14 from 4 to 6 p.m.at Delfosse Vineyards & Winery in Faber, VA.
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Maurice Franck
December 23, 2013
I had the pleasure to represent DelFosse wines, for a too brief period. Working with Claude was always inspirational and mind broadening. He will be missed in many realms.
Gérard Martin
September 15, 2013
Mrs. Delfosse and family,
Francis Delfabro et moi même, Gérard Martin avons été très attristés par la nouvelle du décès de Claude. Nous avions gardé un très bon souvenir, durant nos études communes, d'un Claude amical et sympathique. Nos chemins se sont séparés trop tôt. Au revoir Claude!
Tim & Linda Arnette
August 25, 2013
Mrs. Delfosse and family,
We are sorry for the passing of Claude. We got to know him from our visits to your vineyard and the wine festivals around the state of Virginia. Claude always had a twinkle in his eye, a ready smile, a more than quick wit, clever and thoughtful comments, and an ease and comfort about him. We always looked forward to seeing him, and he will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tim and Linda Arnette
Kenneth and Mary Nidiffer
August 22, 2013
Genevieve and family,
Mary and I are deeply sadden by news of your loss. We have delightful memories of Claude and are thankful that we had the opportunity to get to know him. Thank you again for the superb hospitality you and Claude provided us while I worked at the Software Productivity Consortium
Warmest regards,
Ken and Mary Nidiffer
karin preville
August 15, 2013
Une grande pensee pour toi tonton et surtout pour tes proches . Des kilomètres nous séparent mais notre coeur est près de vous. Pleins de pensées de la france. Je garde de toi de merveilleux souvenirs et je ne t oublierai jamais. Adieu tonton
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