Cornelius Bertolone

Cornelius Bertolone - "Corn" was born Jan.1,1908 in Cirie, Italy and departed Nov.13,2007 at the age of 99. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Rose Bertolone, and 2 sisters, one brother and his first wife of 46 years, Della Bertolone. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 35 years, Bernice Bertolone, His daughter and her husband, Cordell and Lennie Silva, his step daughter and her husband Cheryl and Richard Macche, his grandchildren, Ann DaPrato, Charolette Mitchell, Robert Macche, 5 great granchildren,and several nieces, newphews and cousins. Cornelius Bertolone was an avid golfer all of his life, and was an honorary lifetime member of Santa Rosa Golf and Country Club. He won many club championships in his younger days. When he was in his 80s he and his wife, Bernice were featured in Golf Magazine, in an article about how seniors also enjoy golf. During WWII he worked in food distribution for Levy Zentner Produce Co. He was employed there for over 25 years. Later he worked as an appraiser for Great Western Bank where he retired. Corn was an avid reader. He enjoyed reading novels and National Geographic Magazine. He and Bernice traveled with the "Spirited Seniors." to many places They also enjoyed relaxing in their beautiful flower garden.