Gino Pepi was a member of the Occupy Oakland Labor Solidarity Committee, 2011 – 2013.
Tribute to Gino Pepi by Jack Heyman and Richard Chen
of the Transport Workers Solidarity Committee,
October 11, 2015, Oakland, California
Gino was born and raised in San Francisco. As a young man he became convinced of the need of an equal and just society, and dedicated his life to socialism and to the struggles of the working class internationally. He worked hard to enhance the living conditions of all Bay Area workers especially B.A.R.T workers, fought against racism and discrimination, defended immigrant workers and women’s rights, and participated in countless efforts to stop wars and environmental destruction. When Gino wasn’t fighting tirelessly for the rights of the oppressed, he would dive deep into his other passions, Zydeco dancing and Photography. Through dance and music Gino made a long lasting group of friends that shared his joy and passion for the sounds of Louisiana. Gino enjoyed life to its fullest. He embraced all challenges with humor, honesty and with a strong sense of solidarity.
We will remember you Gino.
This city will remember you.
Your friends, family and comrades will always remember you.
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