In loving memory of

RICHARD GARY ZANETTI
April 25, 1950 - February 24, 2012

Richard Gary Zanetti, 61, of Gwinn, passed away Friday, February 24, 2012, at his home.

Richard was born on April 25, 1950 in Ishpeming to the late Aldo and Anna L. (Bonaguro) Zanetti. He was a 1968 graduate of Gwinn High School.

Survivors include two daughters, Staci Zanetti of Marquette and Melissa (Melvin Joslin) Allie of Gwinn; four grandchildren, Isabella Zanetti, Megan, Madalyn and Michael Allie; one brother, Douglas (Jodi) Zanetti of Marquette and a sister, Nancy Zanetti of Denver, CO; his step-father, Edwin "Chip" Mattson of Gwinn; also several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held in the Canale-Gwinn Funeral Home on Friday at 6 p.m. with the Rev. John J. Boyle officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until the time of the service on Friday. Spring burial will take place in the Gwinn Cemetery.

Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are kindly asked to consider the St. Vincent de Paul Society food pantry, 111 N. Pine St., Gwinn, MI 49841.

Memories may be shared at www.canalefuneral.com

Tributes

Sheri Gerou wrote on Mar 15, 2012:

"To Dick's Family, I am so sorry for your losses. May God bless and watch over all of you."

Jim & Linda Walimaki wrote on Mar 3, 2012:

"Doug, Jim and I send you our condolences on the loss of your brother and your mom. We pray the Lord will give you and yours the strength too get through this difficult time. Most Sincerely: The Walimaki's"

Eric Erickson wrote on Mar 2, 2012:

"Nancy, Doug, Staci and entire family, May our Lord comfort and hold you close in this time of sorrow. My deepest sympathies in your loss. Eric Erickson and family"

Morris & Marie Adams and family wrote on Mar 2, 2012:

"To Richard's family, You's are in our thoughts and prayers."

jeannie tschury wrote on Mar 2, 2012:

"R.I.P."

Angela Sharkey wrote on Mar 2, 2012:

"Dear Zanetti Family- You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Reflect on the good memories you shared with Richard to help you get through this time. Love-Angela,David,Dylan and Drake Sharkey"

Robert, Lori & Hodie wrote on Mar 2, 2012:

"Dear Doug & Jodi, Our heartfelt condolences to you & your family on the loss of your brother & Mom. We are thinking of you & send big hugs your way. Sincerely,"

Shirley Barbieri Olson wrote on Mar 2, 2012:

"Our deepest sympathy goes out to all the members of the Zanetti family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of deep sadness."

Joe and Rose Vachon wrote on Mar 1, 2012:

"Doug and Jodi and Family, so sorry about your Brother Richard. Our hearts and prayers are with you."

Mark Gardipee wrote on Mar 1, 2012:

"Chip, Nancy, Doug, and Families, My condolences go out to you all. God be with you in this time of sorrow."

Mike & Sue Wilson wrote on Mar 1, 2012:

"Dear Chip and Zanetti family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."

Stacy Filizetti wrote on Mar 1, 2012:

"My thoughts and prayers are with all of you."

Cheryl,George,Bodenus,June Downing wrote on Mar 1, 2012:

"To Dicks Family, We are all so sorry to hear of Dick's passing he was a great guy and will be always remembered.So sorry we won't be able to attend."

Sally/Maury Morin wrote on Mar 1, 2012:

"Nancy and Doug, So sorry you have experienced so much sorrow in the last few weeks. May the Lord of comfort be with you and yours. Sally Nordeen Morin"

Ruth Forgette wrote on Mar 1, 2012:

"In your time of sorrow, it may help to think of Dick reunited with his beloved mother in heaven. Your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers."

Janet Saul wrote on Feb 29, 2012:

"My thoughts and prayers are with you all"

Sandi Hodge wrote on Feb 29, 2012:

"My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. The world is a little sadder place now without Richard in it! He will be missed."

Danielle Zanetti Haanpaa wrote on Feb 29, 2012:

"Dearest Zanetti family...thinking of you. Love, Danielle (Zanetti)Haanpaa and family."

Bobby Glenn Brown wrote on Feb 29, 2012:

"Dear Staci and family - So sorry to hear about the loss of your father - Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you - Remember the good time and great memories - Within 2 weeks Gwinn has lost to wonderful people - Sincerely & With much Love - God Bless Bobby & Don"

Nona L. (Peterson) Uren wrote on Feb 29, 2012:

"Sincere sympathy to the Zanetti family at this difficult time. Richard graduated with me. I'm sure he will be missed greatly. God bless you all."

Sue and Don Knetter wrote on Feb 29, 2012:

"Doug and Family, we were so sorry to hear about Richard and your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you."