John Aprea, the character actor known for his work in “The Godfather Part II” and playing John Stamos’ father in “Full House,” died on Aug. 5 of natural causes, according to media reports.

The New Jersey native also starred on the short-lived ‘The Montefuscos,’ had two stints on ‘Another World’ and stood out in ‘The Idolmaker’ and ‘New Jack City.’ By Mike Barnes ...

He played Salvatore “Sal” Tessio in “The Godfather Part II” in 1974, and the father of a popular character on “Full House,” a sitcom. By Alexandra E. Petri John Aprea, an actor who ...