Karl Marion Geletich, Jr. peacefully passed away August 10, 2021, at the age of 84, surrounded by his loving family. Karl was born April 13, 1937 to Karl and Marie Geletich in Oakland, California. His parents immigrated to the United States from Yugoslavia in 1922. As a child, Karl attended St. Elizabeth’s Elementary School in Oakland, and is where he met Jo Ann Altomare. After a long courtship, they were married in 1960. Karl attended St. Mary’s College in Moraga and graduated with his bachelor’s degree. After college, Karl enlisted in the United States Air Force, and served four years.