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Harold P. Callahan
May 26, 1928 - Nov. 30, 2012
Harold P. Callahan passed away on November 30, 2012. He was born on May 26, 1928, son of Perry W. and Bessie N. Callahan of Sebastopol, California. A graduate of the 1948 class of Corning Union High School, he also spent one year studying at Bethany Bible College. Following his military service in the 70th Field Artillery Regiment of the United States Army during the Korean War, Harold earned a bachelor's degree from California State University at Chico. In 1957 he became a Certified Public Accountant. Later, he successfully opened a private accounting business in San Francisco and served as President for the Society of California Accountants. A longtime resident of San Mateo, he faithfully attended First Presbyterian Church. Friends and clients remember Harold as a kind, honest man. He enjoyed a membership at The Olympic Club and cruising to many countries around the world, including the Antarctica.
Harold met his wife of 52 years, the late Dr. Lois A. Callahan, under a flagpole at Chico State. He is survived by his two daughters, Kristel L. Frank and Dr. Brenda Edwards; sons-in-law, Dr. Lassa Frank and The Reverend Tom Edwards; and his four grandchildren, T.J., Lauren, Toren, and Ashley. His beloved siblings are Paul Callahan, Fern Williams, Ruby Bates, David Callahan, and Wesley Callahan.
A worship service and celebration of Harold's life is being held on Tuesday, December 4, 2012.



Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Dec. 3 to Dec. 4, 2012.
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I was pleased to meet Mr. Callahan many times over the past 10 or so tax seasons as he had been doing my Aunts taxes for as long as I can remember. He was indeed a kind and gentle-man, always a wonderful smile on his face and in his voice when we met. I send my sincere condolences to his family, he was a lovely, lovely man.

Lori Carstens

December 13, 2012

Harold was my husband's uncle, and my entire family loved his frequent visits to Arizona. He was such a kind, genuine person. I was most struck by how he spoke with my children, so full of caring and interest in their lives from the time they were quite young. I know he adored his daughters and grandchildren, and was so proud of them.

I will not dwell on sadness, but on the happy memories we all have of get-togethers in Scottsdale with Harold at his favorite restaurant.

My prayers go out to his daughters and their families during this sad time.

Tracy Callahan

December 3, 2012

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