Stefano “Steve” Rebagliati
OBITUARY
Stefano “Steve” Rebagliati
December 30, 1930 – July 6, 2026
Stefano passed away peacefully on Monday evening at the age of 95.
Born in Italy, Stefano grew up during the second World War, and later served in the Italian Army before working as a carpenter in his native country. In 1958 he immigrated to the United States and settled in Oregon, where he met his future wife, Margaret, the mother of his two sons. In 1960 they moved to San Jose, California. There, Steve worked tirelessly alongside his family building homes and investing in real estate. Driven by a deep desire to provide for his loved ones, he often said his goal was to “live the American dream.” He did exactly that–swinging a hammer and working on the homes he owned well into his 90s.
He loved traveling and, more than anything, being surrounded by family. In the later years of his life he split time between California and Hawaii, where children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren regularly joined him for holidays and celebrations.
He is survived by his sons Tony and Dave, grandchildren Stephen, Stephanie, and Daniel, and great-grandchildren Nolan and Preston. He was predeceased by his wife Margaret. Steve will be remembered for his generosity, determination, and unwavering devotion to his family.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation on Friday July 17, 11:30 a.m. and funeral service at 12:30 p.m. At Darling & Fischer Memorial Chapel. Burial to follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park, 300 Curtner Ave., San Jose. Reception to follow, location tbd.