Frederick Charles Piazza passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025, at the age of 80. Fred was born on March 5, 1945, in San Francisco, California, to Paul and Juanita (Daykin) Piazza. He grew up in the Bay Area and married his high school sweetheart, Betty Ann George, at Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church in Mountain View. In 1980, they moved to Colorado, where they spent the remainder of their 62 loving years together.
Fred had a sharp mind and a natural affinity for math and problem-solving. He studied engineering and began his professional journey at Go Power in Palo Alto, California. Known for his meticulous planning and precise execution, Fred applied these traits both professionally and personally – whether working on home projects, tuning up his cars, or tending to his yard. He also pursued a wide range of interests throughout his life, including martial arts (kung fu), skiing, and cheering on his beloved San Francisco 49ers.
His career brought the family to Colorado, where he worked for Super Flow and fell in love with the Rocky Mountains. He shared that love with his family, often taking them skiing across the state. Fred was deeply involved in his community – serving for many years in the Men’s Club and as an usher at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. He and Betty were longtime members of the Italian cultural club, where they formed cherished friendships and traveled extensively with fellow members.
Fred maintained an active lifestyle well into his later years, enjoying racquetball, golf and a passion for both mountain and road biking, which he continued faithfully into his early 70s. He was a man of integrity – ambitious, dependable, and fair. Above all, Fred was devoted to his wife, Betty and took immense pride in his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Fred is survived by his wife, Betty (George) Piazza; daughter, Lori (Piazza) Gigantelli and her husband, Jim; son, Michael Piazza and his wife, Kristi; grandchildren: Marissa Gigantelli, William Gigantelli, Emery Gigantelli, Elina Gigantelli, Kady Barstow, Maggie Piazza, Molly Piazza; and great-grandchildren: Josie Barstow and Henry Barstow; and brothers, Paul Piazza, Gary Piazza, Earl Pidcock and Eddie Pidcock.
He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
A memorial service celebrating Fred’s life will be held on Friday, September 5, at 5:00 pm at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2650 Parish View, Colorado Springs. A reception will follow at 6:30 pm at Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano, 1805 Briargate Parkway, Colorado Springs. Family and friends are warmly invited to join in honoring Fred’s memory.
You will be deeply missed, Freddie! Sonny and Shirley
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I’m so sorry to hear this news! Hugs & prayers to you all…
Neal Williams and Mary Helsaple send our sincere regrets on the loss of our friend and colleague Fred Piazza. Fred was a remarkable and admiral colleague who we cherished knowing for decades. Fred was instrumental in all our successes in the SuperFlow business and greatly admired for his hard work and dedication to an exceptional work ethic, shared by his life companion Betty. To his many wonderful family and friends, you have our heartfelt sympathy at this time and send our love to Betty, Lori and Micheal.
Fred PIAZZA was an outstanding man with high integrity, devotion and dedication to family friends and work. Fred was always there to help get the job done. He was a most reliable, ethic and compassionate individual. He had a quirky and quiet sense if humor. It hid his abundance of tireless energy and commitment to getting things accomplished. The world was better with him in it and we will miss him. Sending Love and support to Betty who worked and played by his side yet forged her own path as his dearly loved companion. What an inspiring example of love and devotion to family for us all.
We were saddened to hear of Freds passing. I agree that the world was a better place for him in it. His devotion to family and friends was an inspiration to others. He was a good man and I’m glad to say I knew him. Bravo to a life well lived. Betty and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you and we’re here for you.
Fred hired me at SuperFlow as an assembler and delivery driver back in 1984. I credit Fred with challenging me to further my education which ultimately led to where I am today. Fred was good to me and believed in me when he really didn’t have to. I’m thankful for the years I sat under his management. To Betty, Mike, Lori, and surrounding family, I am terribly sorry for your loss…
I love the picture as it shows him full of life and vigor. The little time I knew Fred his determination, tenacity, and never-give-up attitude was impressive. I thoroughly enjoyed witnessing the little friendship that my dad (Tim) and Fred had at Morningstar. My dad would always stop and talk to Fred, encouraging him, and congratulating him on how far he “walked”. I will never forget Fred as he allowed me to see my dad act in ways I had never seen before. Thoughts and prayers to all who loved and will miss him.
We will keep you close in our hearts Uncle Freddy❤️. You will be deeply missed!
Love, Lisa and Jim