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James Anderson Obituary

James Patrick Anderson A San Francisco native of 78 years, left us peacefully on March, 24th after a short illness. He is survived by: George A. Pleasant (Donna) of Belmont, Daniel T. Pleasant of San Francisco, and his Niece, Marie T. Pleasant of Belmont. James lived his whole life in and around San Francisco. He was a student at Mission Dolores Grammar School, Riordan High School, and City College of San Francisco. A life-long parishioner of Mission Dolores Basilica, he played the organ there many times on a guest basis. He was a familiar character in the Mission and around the City. He always ate out at restaurants and frequented the local pubs. Some of his favorites included The Elixer, Double Play, and Muddy Waters. James had a long career with the San Francisco Parks and Recreation Department and was a proud member of his Union Local. Special thanks to his caregivers: The Taraval Care Home, Eden Villa and Pathways Hospice for their care and advice. Friends may call on Thursday after 2:00 pm and are invited to attend the Vigil Service at 8 PM at DUGGAN'S FUNERAL SERVICE, 3434 17TH St. near Valencia St, and the Funeral Service on Friday at 10:30 AM thence to Mission Dolores Basilica where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM Committal Cypress Lawn Memorial , Donations preferred to Hanna Boys Center, Box 100, Sonoma, CA 95476-0100

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Mar. 26 to Mar. 28, 2012.

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Sigrid

November 29, 2022

Jimmy was a gentle person and a gentleman I admired for reasons including his graciousness, kindness, and patience. I met him through my family as a kid. He had us to his place for Lucca Ravioli, helped my grandparents in their earlier and their later years, came to our house many years on Christmas Eve - sometimes bringing friends, and sometimes playing the piano. He was a role model for his generosity, loyalty, and appreciation of and love for so many people.

October 16, 2016

Linda & Julian Irias

April 4, 2012

The friendship between Jimmy and our family goes back to the 1940s, when Jimmy and Julian were classmates at Mission Dolores. Though often separated through the decades, we kept in touch from time to time and always seemed able to take up where we left off. Our sincere condolences to his family.

David Carson

March 27, 2012

May he rest in peace with all the other members of our family. I have nothing but fond memories of Jimmy visiting our home during the Christmas season and being so nice and generous to me.
may God continue to hold him in the palm of his hand.

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