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Shirley Barisone Obituary

Shirley M. Barisone Jan. 5, 1927 - Sept. 25, 2010 Beloved wife of the late John Barisone for 45 years; loving mother of John, Tom, and Ed; dear mother-in-law of Susan, May, and Joan; cherished grandmother of Angelina (Stephen), Tommy (Amber), Eamon, Meaghan, Amelia, Anthony, Nick, and John Vincent; devoted great grandmother of Brooklyn, Gianni, Marco, and Maurice; many loving nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. A native San Franciscan who lived her whole life in S.F. (Mission District); attended St. Peter's Grammar School and High School and graduated from SFSU. She was one of the original SFPD woman officers from 1948-1956. She then pursued a teaching career and taught for over 50 years. She vacationed at Camp Mather every year for 75 years with family and friends, in addition to her many stays at Russian River and the family summer home in Sonoma, as well as her trips with the Doelger Center. Founding member of Friends of Camp Mather; member of the Olympic Club. She will always be remembered by her family and her many dear friends for her boundless energy, thoughtfulness, hospitality, and kindness. Friends may visit Tuesday after 3:00pm and are invited to attend the Vigil Service Tuesday 7:00pm at DUGGAN'S SERRA MORTUARY, 500 Westlake Ave., Daly City. Please call the mortuary for the day and time of the Funeral Mass. Committal Italian Cemetery. Remembrances may be made to the following: Retired Sisters of Mercy, 2300 Adeline Dr., Burlingame, CA 94010, St. Peter's School, 1266 Florida St., SF, CA 94110, or St. Paul's Restoration Fund, 221 Valley St., SF, CA 94131.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Sep. 27 to Sep. 28, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Barisone

19 Entries

Lee Sullivan

October 13, 2010

What many might not know about Shirley is that she had an astonishing memory and a fondness and true dedication for the SFPD that transcended her leaving the dept (even as John remained). I appreciate all that Shirley shared in our correspondence and in our visits. I am proud to have been her friend and grateful that she shared her life experiences with me. Rest in peace!

October 6, 2010

Dear Tom and May, Manny and I express our sincere sympathy to you both. Shirley was active and a pleasure to have known her. God Bless.
Fondly, Helen and Manny Agorastos

Stephen Hurst, MD

October 4, 2010

To the Barisone Family,

Please accept my condolences on Shirley's passing. She was always fun to visit with, and I was honored to be chosen to care for her orthopaedic needs.
I am certain that you have fond memories of her to keep with you always.

Gail Barber

October 4, 2010

How will I remember Aunt Shirley? She was strong, caring, and loving. She had a big heart. I will always remember the moments in our childhood when we would spend family times together. Or, my sisters and I riding in the car with our parents (Jerry & Connie) through the city as a family, and seeing the young Barisone family riding bikes through Golden Gate Park. Aunt Shirley and Uncle John were the epitome of what family meant when it came to knowing what was important to keep a family together, and they were a wonderful example to follow. I miss them both, but know they are smiling down on the fruits of their labor, and the legacy they have both left behind. Thanks for the memories. I love you. RIP. ~Gail (Schroff)Barber~

Mary Jane Dorazi

October 1, 2010

To the family of Shirley; my condolences. I knew her through Doelger Center and Camp Mather, she enjoyed and loved the Camp for many years.

Ray Scarabosio

October 1, 2010

Barisone family....You already know how special Shirley was to you, she was truly an inspiration to all at Camp Mather.... Even with her nagging health issues she tirelessly walked the cabin to the lake road day in and day out....She also peppered me when I made a "pedro" mistake as her partner....man I'm going to miss her.....she was one of the great ones!

Claudia

September 29, 2010

Calm quiet persistent force of nature.
Instead of raising her hand and speaking her mind to the group she would whisper into my ear: I don't understand why; it is so simple; let's just do this; why can't we do this...
The way she said it or just because she was Shirley it always seemed reasonalable and right. Everyone who knew her will miss her deeply; I have learned a lot from Shirley and I will remember her spirit of caring, giving, doing, appreciating, and laughing.
If Camp Mather could say it for itself, it would say: Thank You Shirley.
Love and hugs to the Barisone Family

James and Kimberly Owen

September 28, 2010

"Grandma Shirley," as she was known to many of us not on her family tree, was always eager to help us, to give us advice, and to regale us with her stories. Her grandchildren and children have been kind to share Grandma Shirley with the world. Our last goodbye to Shirley came with the latest send off of her grandson, Eamon, on his next round of adventures, and now Shirley is off for her next set of adventures, in the Great Beyond. Our condolences go out to John, Susan, Eamon, Meaghan and Amelia and all who knew her as family.

Requiescat in pace, Shirley. God be with you.

Ted Pallas

September 28, 2010

Tom and Family
Our thoughts and prayer are with you and your family at this most difficult time.

Lissa Matross

September 28, 2010

Eamon always spoke of Grandma Shirley with such love that we could see how special she was. Our thoughts are with you.

Norene Owens

September 28, 2010

What a fabulous, active, intuitive spirit! We count ourselves fortunate to have shared her family, her table, and a Montana trip with her. We were the recipients of her special brand of kindness and support when our children were small. Her gifts live on in our dear friend John and all her family. She was a blessing and I know she'll continue to pray for us all. Wishing you peace in the knowledge of a life truly well-lived.

Greta

September 28, 2010

I want to send my deepest sympathies to Angelina and her family at this time of sorrow. I heard that Shirley Barisone had a great life,
but she will be missed dearly.

Mark Fisher

September 28, 2010

My sympathy to the entire family. Angelina spoke very highly and often of her grandmother. I know she will be missed dearly.

SFRPD Staff

September 27, 2010

Cherishing all the memories that we shared with Shirley! She was always full of life. Thank you for all your dedication.

September 27, 2010

Shirley, John and the family were great friends to my family, the Dan Dempsey family. She was always supportive of Camp Mather, kept in touch with my mom and sister throughout the years and was particularly supportive during my sister Marsha's recent illness. She will alwayys be remembered as a great person, a great friend to Camp Mather and a loving mother and friend. My deepest sympathy to the Barisone family.

Jan Dempsey

Gina Nilan

September 27, 2010

Dear Barisone Family,
so sorry to hear of your loss. I am so glad though to have had such a wonderful visit with her at camp Mather this year. She told me things about myself that I didn't even know. She will always have a special place in my heart. God Blessyou and God Bless Shirley. She will be greatly missed but is now at peace with the Lord. My love to you all.

The Angels

September 27, 2010

Shirley was a wonderful woman, she will be greatly missed. Much love to the whole family.

Bernie/Elle Family

September 27, 2010

Shirley was our Camp Mather matriarch. It will not be the same without her. She is in our thoughts and prayers.

Lisa Payne

September 27, 2010

Dear Barisone family- I am truly sorry for your loss. Shirley was a wonderful & thoughtful person. I enjoyed her company many a time. I will remember Shirley fondly. Rest in Peace Shirley.

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