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Richard Share Obituary

Richard "Richie" Share 49, of San Francisco died November 21st, 2010, a week after he was diagnosed with melanoma cancer. Richie moved to San Francisco from Newton, MA. He was one of the City's most beloved bartenders, spending years at Cafe Tosca, then Tony's Pizza Napoletana. He was loved by his patrons - a friend said you were only a stranger to Richie once, and then a friend for life. When he wasn't behind the bar, he would slip on his leather pants to front one of his beloved rock bands. A celebration of Richie's life will take place December 12th, 2010 at Tosca Cafe in North Beach at 4:00 p.m.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Dec. 4 to Dec. 5, 2010.

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Glenn Mooney

December 27, 2010

I first met richard when he was a bartender in the beerness back in 94'then again at Tosca's and again at Tonys.He was a great person full of zest and spirit,very friendly and very likeable- you will surly be missed my friend!!My taughts and prayers go out to his family!! R.I.P.

Mahara Espinoza

December 26, 2010

I just heard of his death. Richard was not only a great bartender but a great person. He will be missed terribly! I love you Richard!!! I am so happy that I was a part of your life. You are amazing and I will NEVER forget you!!!!!!!!!

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Steve

December 14, 2010

All I know is that God's hammered right now on some of the finest cocktails ever known to Man! Richard wouldn't have it any other way. Will miss you, buddy. Also, I'd like one of your Negroni's and a Fernet waiting for me upon my arrival, please ...

Ben

December 11, 2010

Richie was a wonderful person and bartender. For many years, he made me the best cocktails I've ever had. He was a craftsman behind the bar, an alchemist of alcohol. In addition to his mastery of the mixer, Richie was a genuinely warm, friendly, kind person. I was shocked to hear about his loss, and my warmest sympathies go out to his friends and family.

J.L. Carroll

December 7, 2010

Encouraging, egaging and generous, Richie was a one of a kind who lived his life out loud.

Howard Mac

December 5, 2010

Condolences to all family and friends of Richie. I was absolutely shocked to read this. Richie was a helluva great bartender AND a beautiful human being. Friendly, artistic and funny, he never forgot you -- even if you stopped in infrequently (at Tosca) like I do. Saw him a few months back and his new spot, Tony's, and he was doing great, very happy. Rest in peace, brother -- you'll be missed behind the plank and everywhere else you are know.

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