Elio S. Bertolucci

October 22, 1925 - June 21, 2018

1925-2018 Elio S. Bertolucci passed away June 21 2018 at the age of 92 surrounded by his family after a short illness. He was born in Napa, CA to Raimundo and Eletta Bertolucci on October 22 1925. Elio was raised in Napa and started his life working for Earl Stewart at Stewart’s Dairy. He then moved to the Luiz dairy where he met his wife of 70 years, Marguerite, and had 2 children. Elio entered the service in 1946 and spent his tour in Korea. After being discharge, he started his auto mechanic apprentice ship with Vanderschoot Oldsmobile and continued his career for over 50 years as a GM technician. Elios hobbies were RVing and wood working in his shop. He made many different items he proudly gave as gifts during holidays. As a member of the Sirs Roving Roosters RV club and several past RV clubs, he and his wife spent many miles on the road in their RV with their RV friends fishing, site seeing and touring the country. Elio is survived by his wife Marguerite of 70 years, sisters Gina Ranney and Edna Mae Gibbello, his son Ray (Claudia) his daughter Gail his grandson Michael (Lisa), great grandson Stephen. Our hearts are sad today, but we have to remember how lucky we were to have had Elio in our lives. He was a great Husband, Dad, Grandpa, and great Grandpa who will be dearly missed by all. Service will be held at Claffey and Rota Funeral Home June 28 2018 at 11:00 am, followed by a graveside service at Tulocay Cemetery. Following the graveside service, you are invited to a reception at 3224 Twin Oaks Dr Napa. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Kaiser Hospice Foundation, or hospice foundation of your choice.