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for John McCaffrey
March 15, 2011
Mary,
We just heard about Jack's death, as we left for a trip on Feb 24th and did not return until today. We are so very sorry for your loss. Everyone truly loved Jack - what a great guy he was.
Fondly, Martha and Pat Kearns
tina canepa
March 8, 2011
I had the pleasure of meeting Jack last year at a Galileo reunion. Although I did not go to Gal. my boyfriend at the time, Pete La Rocca, was very close to Jack. There wasn't a day that went by when Pete did not praise this wonderful man. I have heard about Jack since 1962, and I feel honored to finally see him again after all these years. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends, and to all the Gal. students who benefited so much from this great man. God Bless, Tina Canepa
Jack D'Angelo
March 6, 2011
Jack: My master teacher, my daughter Joan's typing teacher and SMC Alumni, whose children are friends of my son Jack. A Catholic man who could always be called upon to do the proper thing.What could be more San Francisco than that.The D'Angelo family and San Francisco will miss you but will always love and remember you. Famiglia McCafferi his Irish humor and warm greetings and smile certainly made him a I I I (3i) kind of Guy.
Charlene Fachner Mori
March 6, 2011
I was saddened and heartbroken when I heard about Mr. McCaffrey. What a great teacher he was. I had him in typing for 3 years and loved every minute of it. Not only a great teacher but he was a wonderful person, loved by everyone. We will miss him dearly at our reunions. My prayers are with the family. God Bless you Mr. Jack McCaffrey, you will be missed.
Charlene Fachner Mori (1966)
Peggy Murphy
March 4, 2011
Mary, John and Katie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. "Uncle Jack" was the best. He made me feel like I was part of the family the day I met him, along with Kevin. His love of life, family, and friends made him glow.
Kevin always loved a gathering where Uncle Jack would be, it meant some fun and laughter talking St. Mary's versus USF sports. Cherished moments for sure.
His forever smile will be in our minds and his spirit remains within us all.
God Bless All of you,
Love, Peg and Kevin Murphy
Sel
March 3, 2011
Mr & Coach McCaffrey was one of the same person to me as he was our class advisor for 3 years and when I played on Gal's 112's basketball team he was our coach and infact we had won the City's championship 1 year. He was so proud of that accomplishment but not as happy, proud and beaming so broadly as when his children were born. He was smiling from ear to ear and passing out cigars to fellow teachers on Bay Street. Unfortunately, some of us students couldn't convince him to give us one. I wonder why? We promised not to smoke them but he just smiled.
At times, it must have been an interesting teaching experience for him at Gal. Coaching basketball & teaching typing ...In basketball, we're taught to keep our hands up on defense; slide your feet from side to side; use your posterior aka Butt to screen out opponents for a rebound. And,there he is, as I can envision it, in his Typing class attempting to teach his students probably some of which were jocks who had 10 thumbs the basic and finer points to typing. It must have been an uphill effort at times. Reminding the students & jocks to keep their hands on the typewriter; quit moving their feet and keep a good posture in their seat. Maybe, that's how he had developed some pre-mature gray hairs.
My condolences to his family. Thank you Coach McCaffrey for serving the urban kids of San Francisco for so long & well. You were and are a Galileo Lion King.
Tom Burns
March 3, 2011
He was JV baseball coach when I was at Galileo 1974-77. Such a nice man.
March 3, 2011
Mary and family - we are saddened by this news. Our prayers are with you.
Ray Laing & Margaret Farley
March 2, 2011
Dear Mrs McCaffrey Katie and John,
Mr McCaffrey had such a large part in my childhood, and I have been truly blessed to have had him in my life. Our thoughts are with all of you.
Patrick and Ronna O'Toole
Steve Powers
March 2, 2011
Dear McCaffrey family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you lost a great one. My father was always very fond of Jack as all of us were. I will miss him in Tahoe on the beach and on his walks. God Bless Steve Powers family
Bob
March 2, 2011
He was a great teacher at Galileo.
Lawrence Richards
March 2, 2011
As a 10 year old brat, I sat on home plate and refused to move...holding up a ballgame at Balboa Park. Mr. (Jack) Mcaffrey was my coach. He patiently removed me from home plate so that the game could proceed. I never forgot that...and that was in 1954...I remember his patience and his love for all his players. I pray for the repose of his soul and ask God to bring him into eternal peace and rest.
B. L.
March 2, 2011
My condolences to his family. Mr. McCafferty was a great human being, he took considerable interest in me when I transferred from S.I. to Galileo and played football on his (1964)team. He always had a warm smile and a positive outlook. God bless Jack McCafferty.
Rob Pheatt
March 1, 2011
McCaffrey Family,
We send our love and prayers to you. Jack was a wonderful man, we will miss his great sense of humor.
Rob and Jessica Pheatt
March 1, 2011
Mary, please know we are praying for you and your familly. We will miss Jack terribly.
Jeff & Ginny Pheatt
Brian Pisciotta
March 1, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this time. Jack has had a obvious and profound affect on many people in San Francisco, Marin, and all parts of the world. May his legacy will live on through each of you... especially JP.
February 28, 2011
Mary, we are so saddened to hear of Jack's passing. We will forever miss his chats on the beach in Tahoe. It won't be the same without him. Such a kind and gentle man. Our prayers go out for both Jack and especially you Mary. Hang in there. Love,
Bob & Claire Norton
February 28, 2011
A COACH,MENTOR,FRIEND.Mr.McCaffrey was a instrumental person in directing all those he met.My sympathy to the family.Fernando Gomez class of 1970.
Katie & Robert Cambruzzi
February 28, 2011
Captain Jack was a great guy who left a great legacy. St. Mary's is a better place because of him. He will be missed but his spirit is always with us. We are toasting him across the miles and see him smiling on all of you. Much love to you all.
LILLIAN NG
February 28, 2011
I have wonderful memories of Jack McCaffrey as our class advisor during time at Galileo. He was not afraid to say what was on his mind and he always had the best interests of his students at heart. He always pushed us to do our best and he was responsible for a lot of my achievements during high school. Jack will always hold a special place in my heart. My sincerest condolences to Mrs McCaffrey, and his children. Love, Lillian Ng
Julie Calleja
February 28, 2011
Thinking of you and your families, Katie and Johnny. I'm so sorry for your loss.
February 28, 2011
You and your all your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marguerite and Phil Damewood
February 28, 2011
Our deepest condolences and sympathy to the family of Mr McCaffrey. He was a great teacher,coach and person. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Sharon and Steve Moresi
Dan McInerney
February 28, 2011
Mary &family,Jack sailed out to the horizon & we on the near shore said"He's gone",but a great cry went up from the far shore'Ahoy,here he comes;he's coming home".
Gary Gilliard
February 28, 2011
Coach McCaffrey will live in the memories of the class of 1972 and many more students at Galileo H.S.. To us he was a great teacher, coach, mentor and friend. Jack was Galileo, and he taught us so much about learning and growing up. Every time we meet at reunions or any social gathering, we talk about Jack. His ears are always ringing, and they always will. Rest in peace Jack! On behalf of the Class of Galileo 1972- Gary Gilliard, Boys Vice President.
February 27, 2011
Our deepest sympathy Mary to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Maurice, Vivian & Judy Franjieh
Steve Williams
February 27, 2011
My condolences
February 27, 2011
Thinking of you and sending love to you and your family. Peggy & Tom Prescott
February 27, 2011
I feel so lucky to have so many memories of "Mr. McCaffrey" and his warm smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you Johnny, Katie, and Mrs. McCaffrey.
Love, Kelly O'Toole Beck
Kelly Beck
February 27, 2011
I feel lucky to have so many great memories of "Mr. McCaffrey" and his smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you Johnny, Katie, and Mrs. McCaffrey. Love, Kelly O'Toole
February 26, 2011
Our deepest conolences to you Mary and your family..Prayers and heartfelt sympathy..
Cyrus and Lolita Hajian
February 26, 2011
What "(It's) a wonderful life" and family
Love to all,
Tom & Jude
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