William Boitano Obituary (1935 – 2023) – San Rafael, CA

William Frank Boitano, 87, of San Rafael, California, died surrounded by his loving family on April 1, 2023 after a short illness. Bill was born on May 11, 1935 to William and Hilda Boitano in San Francisco. Bill attended Marin Catholic High School, where he made lifelong friends and was a proud sophomore. Throughout his career, Bill has worked as a buyer in the plumbing and heating industry. He proudly served in the US Air Force where he developed a love for airplanes. Upon returning to Marin County, Bill met and married the love of his life, Marlene, and raised two children. He took great pride in coaching Little League baseball for many years along with his son Ken. Bill is survived by his loving wife Marlene Boitano at sixty, his son Ken Boitano, his daughter Debbie Boitano Macchello (Gerry) and his adored only grandchild John William Boitano. He is also survived by brother James Boitano, and his father, mother, and sister Deanna preceded him in death. Bill was a devoted husband, father and nonno. He was very proud of his Genoese heritage and loved all things Italian. He and Marlene enjoyed an active social life, including attending weekly masses at St. Isabella’s Church, playing league bocce, playing sports, watching the SF Giants, family dinners, and being the family handyman who was able to fix almost anything. Bill’s fondest memories were of his grandson’s vacations, barbecues and sporting events. Most of all, Bill appreciated spending time with his family, who meant the world to him. Bill is sorely missed from the many lives he touched and will never be forgotten. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Isabella’s Church in San Rafael, California. A private funeral will follow at a later date. The family is asking for donations in Bill’s memory to a charity of their choice.

Published by Marin Independent Journal on April 23, 2023.

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