Richard Joseph Piazza
Richard Joseph Piazza, born Dec. 1, 1936, died March 1, 2019, peacefully surrounded by his family in San Mateo from complications of ALS.
He was 82.
Richard Joseph Piazza
Richard Joseph Piazza, born Dec. 1, 1936, died March 1, 2019, peacefully surrounded by his family in San Mateo from complications of ALS.
He was 82.
“The best.” Rich was born in San Francisco to Sam and Marie Piazza. He attended Poly High, City College and Cal Poly. He loved football and was proud to be in the Poly High Hall of Fame. Rich traveled the world with his wife and friends, loved surfing and playing tennis; but more than anything spending time with his beloved family and friends both here and in Maui.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years Carolyn (nee Clifford); children Thomas (Leslie), Richie and Theresa; grandchildren Ali, Daniel, Victoria and Sam; great-grandson Ryker; sisters Peg and Marge; nephews Scott and Steve Brunner and Steve Johnson and cousins Alan, Michael, Charlene and Sonny.
A memorial mass and celebration of his life will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 11, at Our Lady of Angels Church, 1721 Hillside Drive, Burlingame. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Forbes Norris ALS Center, 2324 Sacramento St., San Francisco 94115 in Rich’s honor would be appreciated. Arrangements by Chapel of the Highlands.
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