BORN

1942

DIED

2012

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Nicoletti, Culjis & Herberger Funeral Home

5401 Folsom Blvd

Sacramento, California

Eugene Andreuccetti Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 29, 2012.

Passed away September 28, 2012 at the age of 70. Gene was born in Sacramento, CA to Emilio and Olga Andreuccetti on August 8, 1942 and grew up in the Delta area, on Grand and Sutter Islands. He is survived by his wife, Mary Andreuccetti, daughters, Tracy Lawson (Terry) and Kelly Prudek (Fred); 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Gene graduated from Courtland High School (Courtland, CA) in 1960 and Humboldt State University in 1966 with a BS degree in wildlife mgmt. and range science. In 1966, he began a 32 year career working for the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), later named the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS). From 1966-67 he held a number of conservationist positions for the agency throughout California. From 1977-81 Gene was Asst. State Conservationist for Washington State, based in Spokane, WA. During this time he served as Dir. of the National Resource Conservation Act Response Center in Athens, GA and also co-led the agency's emergency assessment team following the 1980 eruption of Mt. Saint Helens. While living in Spokane, Gene met Mary and they married in 1982. They moved back to Sacramento, CA where Gene served as the Deputy State Conservationist and later held the California State Conservationist position from 1982-88. From 1988-95, Gene's career took the couple to Washington DC where he served in various capacities including Director of NRCS's Conservation Planning Division and Assistant Chief for the South. Gene's final NRCS position (1995-1998) was a return to the Sacramento area, where he served as Regional Conservationist for the West Region.

Throughout Gene's life, he demonstrated a love for the land and its wildlife. This was reflected in his involvement in Ducks Unlimited and California Waterfowl Association (CWA), where he was an active life member. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, spending many happy hours with friends and family in the great outdoors. As a much loved husband, father, grandfather, relative and friend, he will be deeply missed. Friends and family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian burial, Monday, October 8, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Anthony Church, 660 Florin Rd. Reception to follow the service at St. Anthony Parrish hall. Remembrances may be made in his memory to CWA, 1346 Blue Oaks Blvd, Roseville, CA 95678 -Nicoletti, Culjis & Herberger, directors

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December 16, 2012

Steve Quesenberry

Gene helped me get the RC&D Coordinator position in NJ in 1987. We had the opportunity to meet just twice after that. He came to NJ as part of the State review process. As he always did, he was busy taking notes during my RC&D presentation. I stopped and asked him if I was talking too fast. He just waved his hand. I asked his group if they had brought enough pens and paper. My State Conservation looked like she would crawl under the table. But I survived the encounter, especially when Gene came up to me and hugged me. We then started our typical conversation.

We met next in St. Paul at the RC&D convention. Lola (my wife) and I entered the main hall. Gene looked up from the crowd of 'important' people he was in. He excused himself and came over and hugged Lola and I. We still remember the looks on the faces of those 'important' people. We then started our typical conversation.

Every time Gene and I met the conversation immediately turned to hunting and what shotgun we were using at the time. People thought we were talking about NRCS or some world shattering news. But it was our love of hunting that kept bringing us together.

Lola and I will keep Gene alive in our memorys.

Steve and Lola Quesenberry

October 26, 2012

Pat Andreuccetti

I'm here with Mary looking @ pictures for the CWA show in December.

Larry and I miss Gene being here

October 22, 2012

I met Gene at Humboldt State while he and I majored in Wildlife Management. We had some great times over the years including while I livied with my family in Grass Valley and Gene was the District Conservationist. He was a wonderful person in his professional and personal life. Very thoughtful and kind.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mary and her family.

Dave and Dianna Connell Nevada City, CA

October 21, 2012

Larry/Pat Andreuccetti

We enjoyed so many wonderful outings with Gene and Mary and shared many wonderful dinners and celebrations at each others' homes. We will ALWAYS remember those special times spent together.

In the many e-mails we received from friends and family, the central theme was that Gene was a caring, respectful man who cared more about how you were doing rather than his situation. He was a “real ‘gentleman.'”

AS many of you know, Gene loved to hunt and fish, but his passion was upland game and duck hunting and for many years Larry was able to hunt with him. Gene was like a brother to Larry and they had many great times and hunts together. Larry's last hunt with Gene was on September 1, 2012—opening day of dove hunting. Also there to enjoy this hunt were Wayne and Don Cortopassi, Rick Squaglia and Gene's son-in-law, Terry. We all had a great time hunting and going to breakfast at Whimpy's in the Delta afterward. This was Gene's last hunt and he was really happy that day even though he was having some medical challenges.

Gene was involved in the California Waterfowl Association (CWA). Due to Gene's great expertise in wetland conservation and wildlife resources the CWA appointed him as Director on the CWA Board and he won “Director of the Year” in 2006. We were privileged to be at that dinner and watch Gene accept his award.

Gene also was the chairman of the CWA Pocket/Greenhaven Chapter Dinner Committee for the past several years. He will be sorely missed. The upcoming CWA dinner on December 6, 2012 will be held in his honor/memory.

Gene was a wonderful, thoughtful, loving, caring, giving person. He was kind to all and again we say, what a gentleman he was! Many will miss him greatly, including the two of us. He was loved by all who knew him (family, work, hunting, etc., etc., etc.).

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October 20, 2012

David Simpson

Gene was a fan of baseball and organized a tournament I played in. When it was over and the SO Boys lost, he generously provided the libations. I would run into him occasionally at a Stockton Ports game and always enjoyed talking to him. He was a fixture in the conservation community and a mentor to so many. I will always remember you Geno!

October 12, 2012

Art Pearson

I am very sorry to hear of Gene's passing. I was employed by the old SCS and new NRCS for over 30-years. I can truthfully say that I never worked under a kinder, intelligent better liked person and Supervisor than Gene. I will always remember his kindness and tolerance toward all. My Prayers are with you.

October 11, 2012

Judy Boe

Dear Tracy and Family:
Alan and I were so sorry to hear of your Father's passing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Judy

October 9, 2012

Mike Slater

Dear Mary, Larry, Pat and Family,
We are sorry for your great loss. Gene was loved by so many friends as well as family. He was a very kind and gentle man. We will miss him.
May it help you to know that you are all in our hearts and prayers. We hope all of the wonderful memories you all have of time spent with Gene will carry you through and take away the hurt you feel in your heart now.
May God be with you during this difficult time.
Our Love,
Mike & Kathy Slater

October 9, 2012

Charlette Epifanio

Gene helped me get my career with SCS/NRCS started. He was the face of SCS/NRCS to me and I liked it! I thought he as a kind, compassionate person who liked his job and cared deeply about the land. I was sold!

I will miss him. I am glad to have known him.

My heartfelt sympathy to Family and friends.

October 9, 2012

Kip Yasumiishi

You can tell a lot about an individual in the way that one conducts themselves on the golf course. Gene was a man of humor and integrity. Sincerest condolences.

October 9, 2012

I first met Gene at the Oklahoma training session in the early 1970's and he was one of my favorite conservationists since then. He was a great man. Pat and I extend our deepest sympathy.

Bob Eddleman

October 8, 2012

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Barbara Hardmeyer

October 8, 2012

AJ Dodd

Gene was the best neighbor I have ever had. Always a warm greeting and a helpful hand. AJ

October 8, 2012

We just worked with Gene at the parish festival; he was very kind, hard-working, and friendly. We extend our sympathies to his family. Colleen Branagan & Ned Dolejsi

October 8, 2012

VINCENT ANDREUCCETTI

"Gene's inspiration to everyone he touched made for richer lives. The cherished time I spent with Gene hunting will never be forgotten. Hunters have a unique bond; something only another hunter understands. Gene taught us all: LIVE FREE, LIVE WITH INTENTION, and ALWYAS LIVE WITH LOVE FOR THE LAND AND ALL GOD CREATED"

October 6, 2012

Pearlie Reed

Gene was very helpful to me in my career at USDA. And I know of many others he helped in california and across the United States. A job well done!
Pearlie S. Reed, Washington D. C.

October 6, 2012

Nadine Scott

Gene was always a gentleman! He will be missed in the conservation Community. Nadine Scott, former chair, California Association of Resource Conservation Districts (CARCD).

October 5, 2012

Debbie Roach

Gene will greatly be missed. He had the biggest heart and always cared so deeply for his family and friends. I will always remember my visits and talks with him and how he helped me with my challenges when I was growing up. Gene will always have a special place in my heart, he was my Godfather and a very special friend. My prayers to Mary for her loss.

October 5, 2012

Stacy Mitchell

My sympathies to the family. I hope it helps you to know that Gene was appreciated and loved by many of the thousands of people he came in contact with during his years with the agency. His kindness and twinkling eyes will long be remembered.

Blessings on his memory and on the family and friends who are missing him so much.

October 5, 2012

Marina Barajas

My deepest sympathies to you Mary and the family. Gene was a great leader and very special person. I still remember the first time I met him and he ask me were I came from. I told him I was raise in Courtland,
CA and while we were talking he ask me if I knew Olga the postal women I said of course my family and I know Olga (R.I.P). He had a great smile and said that my mother. Since then Gene always remember me and knew I was from Courtland. Gene you will be miss.

October 5, 2012

Judy Johnson

Gene was the kind of man every Mother hopes her son will grow up to be. All who knew and worked with him will remember the light he shined on them. A true treasure lost.

October 5, 2012

Will miss your kind and gentle heart. Rest in Peace..... Rachel Lopez

October 5, 2012

My thoughts are with you. I for one will miss seeing this man at our St Joseph's social club. He was a fun friend.

October 4, 2012

Grandpa Spaghetti was the name my children used when they were young... Gene's love for his family and friends was unconditional! He was passionate about many things and I admired that in him. He always took the time to know what I was up to. He believed all people were good and was proud of his family! He always made you feel special! Grandpa Spaghetti .... you will be greatly missed and your memories cherished by all of us! Say Hi to Brandy for me! I love you, Step-Grandaughter Terra :)

October 4, 2012

Carl Bouchard

Gene, you were a friend and colleague and an occasional car pool rider when we needed you for a fourth to use I-395 car pool lanes. You will be missed. To Mary and family, our condolences and prayers. Carl & Janet

October 4, 2012

Warren Lee

I was fortunate to work with Gene in many capacities over the years and enjoyed them all. He was a consumate gentleman and a good friend. We miss you Gene, but will keep loving Mary.
Warren and Barb Lee

October 4, 2012

Dennis Pate

Sorry to hear of Gene's passing. I crossed paths with him on numerous occassions in various positions with NRCS, and always enjoyed working with him.

October 4, 2012

Greg Maroni and Staff

We are very saddened to hear of Gene's passing. He was very dear to all of us at Dr. Maroni's office. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mary and family.

October 4, 2012

Sylvia Done

Gene was one of the kindest and most genuine people I've ever met. He will be greatly missed.

October 4, 2012

Rebecca de la Torre

Gene was my State Conservationist when I joined SCS. He was so approachable and went out of his way to shake your hand and talk to you. What an impression that made on a little teenager! He was truly a sincere and genuine leader, passionate conservationist and, most of all, a vivacious person that touched our lives and spirits. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to Mary and the family.

October 2, 2012

Phill Blake

One of the most sincere, personable human beings and mentors I have known. Gene was passionate about his work and always available to talk and offer his valuable, and humble perspective. We lost an icon and fervent supporter of conservation. Warm regards and prayers to Mary and family.

October 2, 2012

Dale

What a guy! He touched many lives, and will be greatly missed.

My heartfelt sympathy to the family.

October 2, 2012

Sharon Nance

Your love of life was infectious. Thanks for sharing both your smile and your soul. Be at Peace.

October 2, 2012

Julie & Avelino Irinco

Our deepest sympathies to Mary and the rest of the Andreuccetti family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you,.

October 2, 2012

Jason Jackson

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October 1, 2012

Gene was a practical, dedicated conservationist, my mentor, and a truly unique person. I was privilaged to know and work with him. He will be missed by many of us.

His family has my deepest sympathies on his passing.

Gene Kelley

October 1, 2012

Carolyn

Thanks for the smiles.

October 1, 2012

Phil Hogan

Gene in the late 1980's when he was State Conservationist.

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October 1, 2012

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