Emilio Ambrose Bosetti
August 8, 1929 - January 13, 2025
NAPA - Emilio Ambrose Bosetti was born August 8, 1929 and passed away peacefully at home after a long and fruitful life in his beloved Napa Valley on January 13, 2025. He was 95 years old.
Buzz had many wonderful personal qualities. He was a man of great energy and strength. He could perform, even quite late in life, physical labor that would exhaust much younger men. He was artistic, and creative. He could fix almost anything. He was a creative and perfectionistic cook, and instilled a love of and ability to prepare fresh, healthy dishes in the Italian tradition in all of his children for which they thank him daily. He was a good teacher and he taught his children to be analytical and resourceful -- two of his best attributes.
Buzz could always be counted on in a crisis. From roadside automobile breakdowns, to plumbing disasters, to equally messy romantic breakups, he was there and always made things better. In this he was the quintessential father. That was what he wanted to be, what he and Dory dreamed of, and planned. He achieved it, and we will always love him for it.
Buzz was well known for his warmth, generosity, and most of all for his outgoing and friendly nature. To him, there were no strangers, just friends he hadn't met yet. His circle of friends
expanded his whole life, and those friends were very important to his happiness, especially in his advancing years. The family would like to express deep gratitude to Buzz's dear friend, Carlos Hernandez, who was like a son to him. Carlos brought unwavering support and companionship, sharing countless joyful moments with Buzz, watching football, grilling steaks and salmon, and laughing together. We also wish to thank Mary Allen, his longtime neighbor and retired physical therapist, whose constant care and presence were a great source of comfort, recalling a time when neighbors truly felt like family.
We would like to extend our gratitude to the many Napa Valley physicians, nurses, dentists, and other caregivers who supported Buzz throughout his long and vibrant life. They met his vivacity with love and his worries with understanding. We are particularly grateful to his wonderful internist, Dr. Rony Kako, and his compassionate hospice physician, Dr. Alex De Moraes.
We are also profoundly grateful to Buzz's incredible team of caregivers, CJ, Lindy, Kesa, Maricela, Nino, and Suzy, whose kindness, music, stimulating conversations, humor, patience, and warmth enriched his life every single day. A very special thanks goes to Rocio Flores, who lovingly cared for Buzz daily with unmatched devotion for over two years. Rocio first met Buzz and Dory 20 years ago and formed a close bond with them, only to return like an angel from Peru to Napa when Buzz needed her most.
Buzz is predeceased by his sister Louise Navone, his wife Dory, his son Peter, and his daughter Diane McLaughin (surviving spouse Jim McLaughlin). He is survived by his sister Anita Ghiringhelli, and his children John Bosetti (Nancy Jameson), Julie Wayman (Mark), and Brenda Bosetti (deceased partner Ted Hullinger) as well 5 grandchildren, Katie and John McLaughlin, Isabella and Joseph Bosetti, and Sophie Wayman. He felt lucky to have known and shared in the love of many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, and grand, grand nieces and nephews.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He had no enemies, and many friends, He hated none, and loved many. His children and their descendants will try to echo his humor, his warmth, his humility, and his belief and trust in the fundamental goodness of humanity so that this great and good man will not be forgotten.
A funeral service and reception are planned. For those who wish to attend and to leave condolences for Buzz, please go to the website buzzbosetti.com where updates will be posted.
Instead of flowers, Buzz would have been grateful for donations made to Eye Surgeons International at www.eyesi.org, a charity he cared deeply about, or a charity of the donor's choice.
Good bye dad. We love you.
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