Oscar De Jesus Gottardi
December 19, 1943 - February 19, 2006
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Oscar De Jesus Gottardi
December 19, 1943 - February 19, 2006
Obituary
Oscar De Jesus Faustino Gottardi was born December 19, 1943 to Olivia and Numa Gottardi and brother Ramon. Oscar immigrated from Cuba to Miami, FL on July 8, 1961. Oscar was honorably discharged from the United States Army in May 1963. Oscar was married to Arlene Campbell on October 3, 1964. They welcomed Oscar J. Gottardi II in Evanston, IL on January 26, 1970. Oscar earned a Bachelor of Arts from Northeastern Illinois University in 1977. Arlene and Oscar became foster parents to Margaret Callahan in 1981. Oscar married Tina Tadros on May 10, 1985. In 1988 Oscar relocated to Orange County, CA to continue working for the government at the Internal Revenue Service. Oscar retired from the I.R.S. in January 2005. Oscar passed away peacefully Sunday, February 19, 2006 in Aliso Viejo, CA. Oscar De Jesus Gottardi is survived by loving son Oscar J. Gottardi II; loving daughter Margaret Zapata and family; beloved brother Ramon Gottardi and family, cousin Mercy Lamazares and family and many friends. Oscar was dearly loved by many, and he will be deeply missed by all.
A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 22, 2006 ~ 2:00 P.M. at O’Connor Laguna Hills Mortuary, 25301 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, California 92653.
70 responses to Oscar De Jesus Gottardi
John Zelic says:
February 24, 2006
Oscar your father was one of the friendliest people I have ever met. He is in a better place now and we are all better for knowing him.
Kathleen Vulpitta says:
February 26, 2006
Anyone who was blessed to have Oscar in their life knows that with his passing they have a part of him that will never leave them. Oscar touched many hearts and had the magic to make each one of us a better person. Oscar you were my second father and I am a better person because you were part of my life… I will never forget you Oscar! and Lil Oscar you are my brother, and I am always here for you, I will love you…forever and unconditionally! Kathy Vulpitta
Vera Boozer says:
February 26, 2006
Dear Oscar: I was so sorry to lose you, and so “early” in our lives . . . I always hoped that our breach, now of about 2-3 yr duration, would be mended. Alas, it was not meant to be . . . I applaud you for all the good deeds you did and good feelings you sowed. Many thanks for your many smiles. And sorry for any grief that I personally may have caused you. Best wishes to Oscar Jr. in life ahead. Love Vera
Chrissie Clausner says:
February 27, 2006
Oscar was always so full of life. Gentle and charismatic. We loved him and will miss him dearly.
Jeanette Lujan Shupe says:
February 27, 2006
Although I haven’t seen Oscar in approximately nine years, I remember him as always being helpful whenever I required assistance. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.