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Frank McGinty Obituary

McGINTY, Frank - Born Feb 14, 1944 in Philadelphia, PA, died Feb. 24, 2005 of heart disease. He was the son of Joe and Phyllis McGinty (deceased); brother of Mary Anne Hague (She who must be obeyed) of Santa Rosa; brother-in-law of Dave, his sailing partner on "Higher Power;" uncle of Michelle Schnittjer (Chad) of San Bruno and Doug Hague (Katie) of Los Angeles; great-uncle of the amazing miracle baby, Ella James Hague; and friend to many from Donahue's Marina Lounge. Frank was a graduate of the University of Maryland and a decorated captain in Army Military Intelligence where he served in Germany and Viet Nam. He moved from West Chester, PA, 25 years ago and worked as an investigator in the SF DA's office. Frank loved San Francisco and walked all over the city. He was a storyteller extraordinaire, a Civil War and SF history buff, avid reader, sailor and friend of Bill W's. A Memorial Mass will be said at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, SF on Saturday, March 5 at 10AM. For those who would like to donate in Frank's memory, the family suggests the American Heart Association, March of Dimes, or the charity of your choice.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Mar. 1, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Frank McGinty

26 Entries

Susan Mueller (Pilcher)

February 24, 2025

Thanks for the memories of Frank.
A great guy and a great friend.
Hard to believe it's been 20 years!

Susan Mueller (Pilcher)

February 23, 2022

Prayers for my friend Frank and Mary Ann too.

Susan Mueller

February 24, 2020

Mary Ann:

I was so pleased to see Frank's name and a reminder of the good times we had and what a wonderful guy he was.

I think of you often, Mary Ann, and how much he loved you! Keep in touch

Susan (Pilcher) Mueller (Otter's mother!)

Susan Mueller ((Pilcher)

February 23, 2019

Mary Anne: I was so pleased to hear from you -- and to remember Frank and all the good and funny times we had together. He did love that big dog of mine, Otter -- and Otter just love Frank too!

Frank was one great guy and I will always remember him. Thank you so much in including me in remembering Frank.

And you, Mary Anne, please keep in touch.

I did see Joe Long's name above and know that is now gone -- and he and Frank are undoubtedly having a laugh about "the good old days."

Susan Mueller (Pilcher)

Mary Anne Hague

March 29, 2006

Frank,

My darling brother, I am still heart broken that you are gone. Although, I still cry frequently I do smile at some of the memories and stories of you. You left such a large hole in my life that I wonder if I will ever get over your sudden death but I know you are probably saying : "Let it go Mar. I am at peace and with Joe and Phyllis. I will see you in the future and our bond is as strong as ever." Kiss and a cross, my wise and funny brother. Love, Mar

JOE LONG

March 29, 2006

FRANK,ALTHOUGH IT'S BEEN OVER 13 MONTHS SINCE YOUR PASSING,I THINK OF YOU EVERYDAY AND STILL VALUE YOUR IMPUT.YOUR ARE STILL AND WILL ALWAYS BE PART OF MY LIFE.SEE YOU AGAIN SOMEDAY PARTNER...

Donna Brady

March 29, 2006

Dearest Frank (aka "The best looking guy in the ICU"):

While still "a work in progress," you managed to teach us how to live, how to experience the joyful "ups" and survive the occasional "downs," how to give and the fact that it is o.k. to receive, how to love and be loved, and ultimately how to die. Throughout it all, and to the very end, you made us laugh through our tears. I have been flooded with memories of the joy of you, of the complexity, contradictions, wisdom, goodness, humor and inner strength that you mastered so well. Although a brief moment in time, I will always treasure our year together in Munich. Your gift to all who knew and loved you was that you made such a profound difference in our lives. Well done, Captain McGinty, well done!

I will always love you.

Douglas Hague

March 28, 2006

I thought of you as a constant in my life. Someone I would see every once and a while. Someone who would always have a story that would amaze, even dazzle. Your take on this world was unique, even for our family. I know that you got hit pretty hard in Vietnam. But I also know that you were not afraid of change. One of the greatest experiences of my life was going to the track with you at Golden Gate. When I take a chance, in life, or with luck, I will remember you. I will always look for ways to give up fear, AND strength. This is what you told me. That last secret you whispered in my ear, the day you passed.

Love,

Your Nephew.

Cahlene Cramer

April 11, 2005

Dear MaryAnne,

When I heard from my nephew, Gray Blevins, that Frank had passed away, I was very sad. My heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family and friends. I met Frank in Munich in 1969. I was visiting my sister and brother-in-law for the summer after high school. Frank was my "date" for the Officer's Ball. Why on earth he would agree to escorting a 17 year old we will never know! However, he was a gentleman and very gallant. He was also a bit of an Irish rogue....with a twinkle in his eye and ready to push the bounds. I have thought of him through the years and told people the story of what happened at the Ball that night for it still makes me laugh and be grateful to someone with such a wonderful sensitivity to people. I am diminished by his loss. And I'm mad at myself for not contacting him when I found out he was in San Francisco about 8 years ago. How I would have enjoyed seeing him again. From the entries in this guestbook, I can see how his life touched many in a very positive way. My prayers are with him on this new adventure and with you who are left behind for now.

With deepest sympathies,

Cahlene Cramer

Betty & Mike Cotter

April 5, 2005

Frank MCGinty how we love you. You were one of a kind. You were a friend to Mike for forty-eight years and I had your friendship for forty-four years. Thank you for that friendship we cannot tell you how much it has meant to both of us. We miss your calls Frank, but we still talk about you and laugh over old stories that we remember. You will never be forgotten. God Bless!

Gray Blevins

April 4, 2005

Frank:

You were one of my dad's best friends. You told me once that my dad said something to you that only a true friend could say. I have no idea what it was. Frankly I'm glad that it's still between you and Dad. He loved you more then you know.

The time we spent in SF was not only educational but enjoyable. I'll never be able to go there and not think of you. You told me I was a good man and a good friend and I don't take that lightly. Thank you for everything.

Wendy Fiorucci

March 28, 2005

Uncle Frank, you gave me my first 'real' tour of the city. I am glad we crossed paths often on muni, your crazy stories always made the ride seem shorter! You will be missed by all those who knew and loved you.

warren pechin

March 17, 2005

You were a friend and class mate Frank,and all we could do then is make each other laugh. I know that your laughter will be heard for years to come. Your Friend, Peach

Michelle Schnittjer

March 9, 2005

I miss you so much already. You were "Uncle Frank" to so many people. I'll miss your stories, sense of humor, and kind face the most. Thanks for being a great uncle and showing me how much San Francisco has to offer.

Love,

Shell (AKA "Girl")

Susan (Pilcher) Mueller

March 7, 2005

Frank:

How much my big dog Otter loved you -- and what good care you took of him when I traveled. I know he was there waiting for you with a great big smile and a wagging tail. As you know he had some Irish Wolfhound in him -- and you know how you Irishmen stick together!

Goodby, my wonderful friend. You will always be in my heart. God Bless!

Susan

Henry Hunter

March 7, 2005

Frank,

You were a great guy, a great cop and a good friend. you'll be missed by all who knew you.

Karen Linsley

March 6, 2005

I will miss you Frank. We spent almost half of my life together (off and on....) our relationship survived the devastation that alcoholism causes, and grew, in sobriety, into the kind of friendship that I have rarely found. Thank you, for your loyalty, your humor and your wisdom. Love, Karen

PS: MaryAnne, and anyone else who wants, I came home and found photos, email me if you want to see them.

joe long

March 6, 2005

Frank,you will be sorely missed by so many.I enjoyed your friendship for 25 years,and some of my best memories are when we shared a radio car in the D.As office.We worked some great cases together.We shared alot,riding around together for 9 hrs a day.I'll be talking to you on a daily basis,and will continue to keep you in my prayers.

Semper Fi Mac

Dave Hague

March 4, 2005

Frank,

Thanks for sharing your life with me and all the great stories. We spent a lot of time sailing the SF bay and had lots of time to talk about life and how fortunate we were to be in the city you loved. You were like a brother to me. Sailing "Higher Power" won't be the same but sail I will because I know you'll be with me.

Love,

Dave

Mary Anne Hague

March 4, 2005

Little Brother,

I'm going to miss your daily phone calls, fascinating stories, keen wit, Irish charm, intelligence, live and let live attitude and the love you gave to your family and friends. You left us sober, thin and with gorgeous long gray hair.

SF won't be the same without you. Hi to Joe and Phyllis. Send me a sign! Love, your "younger" sister "Mar" - a final kiss and a cross little brother.

Joan Mac Arthur

March 3, 2005

To Frank my great friend and traveling companion of 20 years, I can't believe that you are gone. I miss you now and always will.

Your friend, Joan MacArthur

Maura Lee

March 3, 2005

Frank, I hardly knew you but what I knew, I loved.

There is a hole in my life. Bless you, my favorite Irish.

john majka

March 3, 2005

as a fellow pennsylvania native and army veteran it was a pleasure to have had the opportunity to work with frank for 17 years-thanks frank-god bless-john e majka, chief, 1984-1996-san francisco district attorney

Larry Griffin

March 2, 2005

Frank, you were a true man for all seasons.

Always your friend

Larry Griffin

Dale and Vicki Schnittjer

March 2, 2005

Frank was such a likable and caring gentleman. We felt like he was part of our family, too, when our son married his niece, Michelle. He will be missed at family gatherings but we'll keep him in our hearts and will fondly remember his stories!

Love,

Vicki and Dale

Tony Nichols

March 1, 2005

Chestnut Street already misses you Frank...there'll be many `cups of joy` hoisted yo your memory.

tonynichols from Windows

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