Obituaries

Condolences

• 10/01/2021

  Gary P. Gilroy

  Mr. Amouroux was the most "American" American I have ever known. My family was fortunate to have him as a wonderful neighbor. His children were some of my earliest students and they represented their parents in a first class manner. We are sorry to hear of his passing but happy to know he can once again visit with my folks in Heaven along with all of his other loved ones who have gone on before him. Bud and his family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Love the Gary & Dena Gilroy Family

• 10/01/2021

  John Amouroux

  All I can think of these past few days is what a fortunate man I am to have had Bud as my father. While he was a man of many words, and I mean MANY, most of what he taught me came through his actions, how he loved and sacrificed deeply for his family, how he treated others, how he followed his principles and never wavered, and how he loved his country. I loved him, still love him, and will miss him so much now that he is gone. But I take great satisfaction in knowing that he led a good, full life, and that he lived his life well enough to touch so many, so greatly. Rest in Peace, Dad.

• 10/01/2021

  B Mell

  "Bud" was a truly *great* man -- larger than life in so many ways. He had a big heart and a big smile and was friendly, kind and generous. He had a memory for dates like a magnet with steel. He was a devoted patriot. After meeting Bud you couldn't help but like him and after talking with Bud, you always felt happier than before. My sense was that if you ever needed help, he'd be the man to call and he would come through, regardless of the circumstances. He had an innate sense of right and wrong and he had impeccable character and unwavering integrity. He had his own way of doing things and was extremely "organized". He was so proud to have served our country as a Marine. I will miss him and everything about him.... his firm handshake, bright eyes and nod, his loud laugh, his big heart and his welcoming demeanor. Brian Mell, husband of Mary Jane Gilroy (daughter of Mike and Regina).

• 10/01/2021

  Arthur & Ginalyn Nonoy

  Lit a candle in memory of Rudolph John Amouroux

• 10/01/2021

  Rod Stanley

  The world is a lesser place with the passing of my Uncle Bud. *** It doesn't seem that long ago that I was a kid and you were taking John and me to Great America to spend the day on the roller coasters. And I remember the day that you had to discipline Carlotta, Terri’s doll, but I can't remember exactly why. And the super bowl parties when Uncle Ernie and Aunt Lou and the rest of the gang were all there and you showed us how getting down on your hands and knees and bowing and waving your hands could help the Raiders score. Hard for me to think I won’t hear “Hello American!” from you again and won’t get that powerful, enthusiastic handshake. I guess I’ll never know how you remembered all those dates – like my birthday, and the date my parents moved to Moraga, and date the Supreme Court handed down it’s decision on Brown vs. Board of Education. And no more speeches beginning with, “Unaccustomed as I am to public speaking….” Hard for me to fathom this and very sad. You were a great man who touched us all and made us proud, made your country proud. You will always be a figure who's integrity, warmth, intelligence, and charisma I can only try to aspire to. To live a true life, and an honorable life. A good man that I am glad to have known, glad to have grown up knowing, and fortunate to have been part of your extended family. *** I like to think that somewhere, not that far away, my uncle is shaking the hands of people he used to hang with. Catching up. Reminding them of small facts that are hugely significant to them. And maybe, if they are lucky, he’s assembled a group of family and friends and is beginning a speech. God speed and farewell, Uncle Bud! I will miss you greatly.