Alexander Sandino "Sandy" Cozzolino passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 16 at his home in Millbrae, surrounded by his family. Born on Feb. 12, 1924, son of Italian immigrants Salvatore and Natalina, he is survived by his loving wife Lupita "Lou," children Cathleen, Alexander (Sharon) and Julie (Jim); grandchildren Doniella, Matthew, Angela, Suzanne and Anthony and siblings Mike, Molly, Marie, Flora "Peach" and Jim.
Early years were spent with his siblings working the family farm in Millbrae where his home is now located on a portion of the original farm. As a member of the early farming community in Millbrae he enjoyed lifelong friendships with the farming, business and residential community. His greatest joys in life were his family, farming, golfing and running his business. He also enjoyed hunting with family and friends and was known as a "crack shot." He is a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, having served with the "Seabees." Sandy valued the simplicity of life and took comfort and joy in being with the people he loved. His pure delight in living touched all that knew him. Throughout the adventures of his life, he was widely known and respected by all who had the pleasure of his company and he will be greatly missed.
The funeral will leave the Chapel of the Highlands, El Camino Real at Millwood Drive in Millbrae on Thursday at 9:45 a.m. for St. Dunstan's Catholic Church in Millbrae where a funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Committal will follow at Skylawn Memorial Park in San Mateo. Family and friends may visit on Wednesday after 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Chapel of the Highlands, with a vigil service beginning at 7 p.m. His family appreciates donations to the Saint Anthony Foundation in San Francisco.
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