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David Arcellano Obituary
October 29, 1958 - July 22, 2017
David M. Arcellano known as RC to his friends, died suddenly, age 58 in San Francisco on July 22, 2017. He was born in San Francisco on October 29, 1958 to Rodrigo E. Arcellano and Lucrecia Aquino Arcellano both who predeceased him. He is survived by his sister, Linda Arcellano Shaw of Peekskill, NY; brother in law Thomas Shaw; and nieces Catherine and Elizabeth Shaw. Other family who survive him are his cousins Cora and Manuel Decena and their children. He is also survived by his GSA family and many good friends.David was a 28 year Leukemia Survivor after undergoing a bone marrow transplant in 1989. He was a Lowell High School graduate. He earned his BS in Accounting from Golden Gate University. He was a Financial Management Analyst in the Office of Telecom Services in the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), General Services Administration (GSA). David, an avid sports fan, played basketball in high school and later took up running and golfing. He was a devoted fan of the Warriors, the San Francisco Giants, the San Jose Sharks and was a collector of sports memorabilia. He enjoyed giving his annual barbecue to which many came and loved his annual trip to Las Vegas with some of his GSA buddies. David was also a foodie and kept abreast of the current food trends in San Francisco.
David was generous to a fault and loved it when people had a good time as a result of his generosity. He had a humorous side to him and enjoyed springing surprises on unsuspecting friends. David was greatly loved and will be deeply missed.
Friends may visit on Thursday, July 27, 2017 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Driscoll's Valencia Street Serra Mortuary, 1465 Valencia St, SF. A service will be held on Friday, July 28, 2017 at 10:30 am at Driscoll's Mortuary. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Colma. Donations may be given to The Leukemia & Lymphona Society.
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Mel Gaoaen
December 26, 2017
My deepest, deepest condolences to RC's family and friends.
I had gone to school with RC at Lowell in San Francisco. He was always a fun loving guy and would tease me that I had received a "B" grade from a teacher that was known to give all of his students an "A" grade for just showing up. It was our own inside joke. Regrettably I had not kept in touch with RC for quite some time after moving from San Francisco over 25 yrs ago.
RIP RC, the world is a little less happier without you...
rox
August 9, 2017
RC the best husband of convenience a girl could ever want. You could always make me laugh arce, we've had many a memorable time. I still hate abba and i will always ok almost always win our annual bets. The most important thing is that i will always love you and as i told you some time ago i can not imagine my life without you but now i must. Hey baby I made sure you got one of my hats before you left at your standing room only service. Know you'd hate to be in heaven without one. You remember D let me know that heaven is for real and you get wings. Baby let me know you made it ok. Love you the rest of my days. And yeah you'll always be younger than me my dancing queen.
Sharon Hunter
July 28, 2017
Condolences to the family.
June Dumphy
July 27, 2017
Though I didn't know you well RC, ( I didn't know your name was David ), I did know you were a good man! You will be missed! You touched my heart. Much aloha and rest in peace!
June Dumphy
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July 27, 2017
We are blessed that you were a part of our lives. We will always remember the shared times and laughter. You will be missed but never forgotten. Rest In Peace dear friend.
William Liu and Sharon Chang
July 26, 2017
To the Arcellano family, May happy memories of your love one and the words of John 6:40 (a real hope) provide you with much comfort.
Eileen Doherty
July 26, 2017
RC, you were everyone's friend, but managed to always make me feel I was the only one when we were together. Easily one of the best people I'll ever know. Until we meet again, I'll know it's you when I hear, "I'll Stop The World And Melt With You" in the distance.
Love, Eileen Doherty
Helen Shekter
July 26, 2017
Rest in Peace Dave. I remembered you as one of the first person I met when I came to work in GSA. Thanks for your generosity to you annual BBQ.
Sandra Haynes
July 25, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
July 25, 2017
You will be missed. Rest In Peace my friend
Margie solano
Bonnie Macaraig
July 25, 2017
You made this world a better place, and alway gave more than you ever expected back. I am honored to call you my friend.
Bonnie Macaraig
July 25, 2017
People like you are what make this world a better place. You gave more to others than you ever expected back. I'm honored to have called you my friend.
Joy Valentin
July 25, 2017
Rest In Peace my dear friend.
GSA Friends
July 25, 2017
RC was a very special co-worker and friend. He had a great sense of humor and was someone who always had a smile on his face. We are thankful that God allowed you to come into our lives. We are all better people because you shared so much of yourself with us. We will all truly miss you good friend. May your soul rest in peace. We pray for you, your family and your GSA family.
Karen Hoover
July 25, 2017
This is really a tough one. Knowing you all those years, talking about the Giants, kidding each other, and trying to talk you into umpiring softball. You will be so missed. You were one special guy - take care my friend.
Karen Hoover
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