Gene M. Benedetti, the founder of Clover Stornetta Farms, loving husband to Evelyn Benedetti, father of six, grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of seven has passed.

Although he is physically gone from us, he will never leave us. His legacy will live on.

It will live through Clo the Cow, Clover’s mascot whom Gene created, the partners of Clover and the family of employees.

It will live through Gene and Evelyn’s six children, two of whom are following in his footsteps at Clover.

It will live through Gene and Evelyn’s 12 grandchildren, three of whom are following in his footsteps at Clover.

It will live through his love for community and generosity to give to those less fortunate.

It will live through his heroic efforts in WWII and the invasion of Normandy on D day.

For those who were fortunate to know Gene know that this larger than life man will always be with us.

During Gene’s passing several articles were written about him and his many accomplishments. Please read and enjoy and carry his legacy on.

In addition to the articles, a book was written about Gene a few years ago. It is a great testament to the man that he was, and the lives he impacted. We invite you to read this book and be enlightened. The Life and Times of Gene Benedetti: Never Think About Yesterday or Worry About Tomorrow