Angelo "Hank" Frank Massetti

Funeral information

Home: Madera, CA Place of Birth: Fresno, CA
Date of Death: February 26, 2010 Birthdate: August 13, 1919
Age: 90

Service information: Thursday, March 04, 2010 11:00 AM St. Joachim Catholic Church, Madera, CA

Visitation: Wednesday, March 03, 2010 02:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. with a Vigil/Rosary to follow at 7:00 PM at Jay Chapel, Madera, CA

Interment: Calvary Mausoleum, Madera, CA

Biography

Angelo Massetti, born on August 13, 1919 in the Scandinavian Colony District of Fresno, passed away peacefully in his Madera home on February 26, 2010 with his family by his side. He was 90 years old. Born to Giovanni and Rosa Massetti, Angelo was raised on a ranch in Madera. He is preceded in death by his grandson, Kyle Lauck and three brothers, Secondo, Joe, and Fred.

In 1935 Angelo, along with his brothers Fred and Joe, started their own radio business, a partnership that lasted for over 50 years. The day after the Pearl Harbor attacks in 1941, Angelo enlisted in the U.S. Navy reserves, closing their business for the duration of WWII.

During the three years of his service, Angelo was stationed in Australia, New Guinea and the Philippines. Angelo specialized in ship and shore installations of radar, port direction, and supersonic; he held the rank of Chief Radio Technician.

In October of 1945, Angelo returned home and resumed business with his brothers, closing the shop in 1988.

Angelo was a devoted member of St Joachim's Catholic Church. He was also involved in Knights of Columbus, ITLO American Club, VFW, Young Men's Institute, and Elks Lodge and was a past member of the Madera Golf and Country Club. In 2008 he received the National Catholic Elementary Schools Distinguished Graduate Award for his notable service to the Catholic Church.

Angelo's dedication to his family is a reflection of his own kindness and generosity. His courage, strength, and ultimately his acceptance these last weeks were an inspiration we hold dear. We will miss him but we also celebrate his life. He lives on in each of us through his example of hard work, determination, dignity, humor, kindness, forgiveness and love.

His family would like to thank all of those who cared for him, especially Dr. Allan Nassar. They are also grateful for their friends and relatives for their love and immeasurable support.

He is survived by his wife Gloria of 64 years; his daughters, Janet and her husband Steve Lauck, Carol and her husband Bill Walters; son, Bill and his wife Karen; his grandchildren, Stephanie Lauck, Jennifer Massetti-Still, Alison Massetti-Hopkins, Anne Lauck, Brett Massetti, and Megan Massetti.

Visitation will be held at Jay Chapel in Madera on Wednesday, March 3, 2010, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Recitation of the Rosary will be held in the chapel at 7:00 p.m. that evening.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joachim's Church in Madera on Thursday, March 4, 2010, at 11:00 a.m.

Remembrances may be made to Hinds Hospice, 1616 W. Shaw Ste. C-1, Fresno, CA 93711; St. Joachim's School Fund 310 North I, Madera, CA 93637; or Madera County Historical Society, P.O. Box 150, Madera, CA 93639


Jay Chapel March 1, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

J. Gary and Carol Ann Adams March 1, 2010
Our sincere condolences on the loss of Angelo. May God give you His grace and peace as you face the days ahead.

MaryAnn (Pedras) Methenitis March 1, 2010
My sympathies go out to all of the Massetti family. Our families go back a long time and I was honored and privileged to work with you all at Madera Radio Dispatch. Our families go back to when my brother Melvin worked at Radio TV Hospital. Our lives continued to intertwine as Janet went to school with my sister, Emily. Bill, my Mom loved you so! Carol, I think you were a couple of years ahead of me. And Mrs. Massetti, many years of various activities with clubs that you and my family belonged to at St. Joachims. Wonderful, loving and truly many memorable memories of you all. May Angelo now look down on all of you here on earth and his guiding light will shine on everyone as you encompass the days ahead. My love to everyone and my deepest sympathy to everyone. Love, MaryAnn (Pedras) Methenitis

Sheri, Ernie & Kyle Cabllero March 1, 2010
Bill, Karen Brett and Carol Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss. Keep in your hearts the wonderful memories of your Dad. You will miss him but you will also always remember him. Take care and if you ned anything, please do not hesitate to call. Sincerely, Sheri and family

Larry & Pat Sunia March 1, 2010
We express our sincere sympathy to the family of Angelo. Please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Michael Bottini March 2, 2010
Carol & Family I am sorry for your loss. I remember that you and your family were all so close when we were growing up. Your house was always a great place to gather & the generosity and hospitality by your family will always be remembered.

Norman & Karen Ogletree March 2, 2010
Our deepest condolences, Mr. Massetti was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.

Tanya Cam March 2, 2010
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Massetti family. My prayers are with you. Bill, Karen, Jennifer, Alison, Brett, and Megan you are all in my prayers.... Tanya Cam

Janet Mora March 2, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Massetti family. Hold tight to those wonderful memories and take care of each other.

Randy Durbin March 2, 2010
Bill, Karen, and family, I am so sorry for the loss of dad and grandfather. I know he has been such a big part of your lives and you have been so lucky to have him with you for so long. He must have had a strong will and a great many reasons (all of his family) to be with you for so long. What an inspiration for us all to follow. My thoughts are with you and your memories. Randy Durbin

Jim & Linda Haze March 4, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. May God comfort you in your loss. Although we did not know your loved one, we know and love Cecilia Massetti, and light this candle in her name.

Jack Lynch March 4, 2010
My family sends our regrets on the passing of a fine man.We all go back a long way and I have fond memories of him. Janet,keep strong and know that you have old friends that love you.

Marge Accornero Raudstein March 6, 2010
Gloria and family. Please accept my sympathy during this difficult time. Your loss is heaven's gain.

Hector Gutierrez March 8, 2010
On behalf of my father, Adolfo M. Gutierrez, he wishes to extend his condolences and deepest sympathies to the Massetti family.