Eugene Sousa - NAPA

Eugene J. Sousa, 80, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, June 24, 2009.

He was born on June 29, 1928 in Vallejo, to Joseph and Maria Sousa.  He graduated from St. Vincent’s High School in 1946 and married Shirley Baker on Dec. 17, 1950.  The couple made their home in Napa.

Gene, the owner of “Napa Bowl” since 1947 was a respected businessman for 62 years.  The landmark Napa Bowl is currently operated by his son Dan Sousa and grandson Jason Sousa.

He is survived by his children Geneen (David) Houle, of Kenwood, Daniel (Kathy) Sousa, of Napa, and Lindell (Robert) Young, of Napa; grandchildren, Carrie (Mike), Kit (Kelly), Jason (Lauren), Alicia and Katelyn; and great grandchildren, Rachael, Daniel and Camille.  He was predeceased by his lovely wife of 36 years, Shirley in 1987.

Gene was loved by all who knew him and will be missed by family and all whose lives he has touched..

A funeral liturgy will be held on Wednesday July 1, at 1 p.m., in the Tulocay Funeral Home Chapel with private interment to follow as well as a celebration of his life gathering with family and friends in Tulocay’s reception hall.  Visitation will be on Tuesday, June 30 from 12-8 p.m.