Paul Filice
Obituary
To know Paul Filice, was to know a legend. He could walk into a room full of strangers and walk out with a new friend or two. If you put him in a room by himself, he would have a party. He had an infectious personality and charming smile. While he was taken from us too soon, he's leaving behind a legacy of his loves: 49ers, pasta, wine, cigars, tomatoes, skiing, fishing and most importantly, family.
With angels aplenty waiting for him to come home, he passed peacefully on October 28, 2021, at the age of 70, surrounded by his wife and daughter. Born in Gilroy on September 22, 1951, the youngest of four children, he was preceded in death by his parents MJ (Michael John) and Marian Filice. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Mary, daughter Regina Taber and son-in-law Michael Taber. He was Nonnuzzu to his two beautiful granddaughters, Lucille Marian and Margaret Norma. He will be missed by his siblings, Diane Bozzo, Michael Filice (Leslie) and Tim Filice (Janice) as well as a plethora of nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends.
Growing up in a wine-making family and as the proprietors of San Martin Winery, Paul cared for the vineyards which became his life-long passion. Ultimately, his cancer diagnosis in 2015 led to his retirement. His tremendous faith in God and always positive attitude aided him in his fight.
The family is grateful for the care he was given throughout his battle. Doctor Jeffrey Wolf at UCSF, Doctors Michael Koontz and Roger Shiffman at Pacific Cancer Care in Monterey and Dr. Emily Guerard at Cancer Care Specialists in Reno and nurse Melissa Wells.
Memorial Mass to be held at 11:00 AM at St. Mary Church, 11 First Street Gilroy on November 8, 2021.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks to please consider making a gift in Paul's memory.
Please visit: www.makeagift.ucsf.edu/grandmmti
Or send a donation payable to "UCSF Foundation"
UCSF Foundation
PO Box 45339
San Francisco, CA 94145
Published in Gilroy Dispatch · November 2, 2021