Stephen Paul Magnani

It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the sudden loss of STEPHEN PAUL MAGNANI on September 28, 2017 at the age of 71 years.  Devoted husband of Nannette Magnani.  Cherished father of Damien Magnani (Renea), Vanessa Carewe (Tyler) and Sarah Magnani.  Adored grandfather of Isabella and Victoria Magnani; and Dylan and Addelyn Carewe.  Beloved brother of Linda Bellatorre and the late Jeffrey Clifton.  Loving brother-in-law of Rose Marie Smith (Alex) and Yolanda Austin (Daniel).  Survived by several nieces and nephews.

Steve was born and educated in San Francisco. While growing up in the Marina District, he worked at Lucca Deli, where his passion for cooking started.

He graduated from SF State with a BA in Hotel and Restaurant Management.  During the 1970s, Steve broadened his culinary horizons while living and working in Switzerland.  Upon his return to the US, he began working as a sous chef at Au Relais in Sonoma, and where he met the love of his life, Nannette.  Together, they enjoyed 38 years of marriage and raised a beautiful family.  Steve was most proud of being the chef/owner of La Famiglia Deli in Petaluma for 12 years.  After closing the deli, he worked at Amy’s Kitchen, from which he recently retired after nine years.  In his spare time, Steve enjoyed riding his Harley, traveling, working out, his chants with friends rooted in the Nichiren Buddhist faith, reading a good book, attending his grandchildren’s sporting events, and rooting for the Raiders.  Above all, Steve loved his family.  He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 1:00 pm at Sgi USA Redwood Coast Community Center, 2455 Bennett Valley Rd., Santa Rosa.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to COTS or RCU Community Fund, Attn. 2017 North Bay Fire Relief.  Private Inurnment.

Sgi USA Redwood Coast Community Center