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Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 25 to Jan. 26, 2006.

James A. Drucker Born July 8, 1941, passed away January 23, 2006 surrounded by his loving family after fighting a brave battle with cancer. He has gone to join his beloved mother Esther, father Arthur (Bud) and brother Dennis, and will be missed by his sister Mary. He will be deeply missed by his adoring wife of 38 years, Shirley; daughters, Anne Longworth, Kristen Rudger, and Susan Drucker Hunsaker; and sons-in-law, Guy Longworth, Aaron Rudger, and David Hunsaker. His grandchildren, Jacob, Emily and Jimmy Rudger, Daniel, Andrew and Suzanna Longworth, Mary Caroline, and Richard James Hunsaker will miss their Papa. Papa's greatest source of pride and joy were his grandchildren and they will cherish their wonderful memories of him. Jim was a native San Franciscan. He was educated at St. Ignatius High School and the University of S.F. A successful businessman, he owned and operated Franciscan Lines charter bus company for 33 years. He is a former president of the California Bus Association. A member of the Olympic Club since 1977, Jim served on the board of directors from 1995-1998, the final year he had the honor of serving as club president. He also enjoyed membership at Spyglass golf club. Jim loved the game of golf and spent many happy hours enjoying his favorite pastime. Many of his closest friendships were formed on the golf course. In recent years Jim and Shirley traveled widely in Europe - particularly enjoying the golf courses in England and Ireland. A recent special trip was to Rome where they visited the Vatican on Easter Sunday. His strong Catholic faith was a great comfort to him during his illness. Most of all Jim loved his family and they will miss his love and friendship daily. He was an honest, kind, loving, generous person whose loss will be widely felt. Friends are invited to visit at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 27, 2006 with a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. at SNEIDER AND SULLIVAN FUNERAL HOME, 977 So. El Camino Real in San Mateo. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Sat, Jan 28, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 1040 Alameda de las Pulgas in Belmont. Committal at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Colma. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Drucker Family Scholarship Fund, c/o St. Ignatius College Preparatory, 2001 37th Ave., SF, CA 94116.

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February 2, 2006

Walter Ware posted to the memorial.

February 2, 2006

Denis Richardson Sr. posted to the memorial.

January 29, 2006

Bob Callan posted to the memorial.

14 Entries

Walter Ware

February 2, 2006

Dear Shirley,Anne, Kristen and Susan:

I can't fully express to your family my feelings about Jim's passing. I will forever be in his debt for the many life and business lessons that he taught me. I repsected him for his talents, and most of all the love that he had for all of you. I had the opportunity to receive a letter from him this past October and it meant the world to me. He was an amazing man, with many friends, and I will miss him dearly. May God bless all of you.

Denis Richardson Sr.

February 2, 2006

Shirley, Jim is on my mind the moment I wake up in the morning. I used to pray to my Dad every day when I was preparing to go to work. We also lost him much too early at age 66. I told you years ago that he was the kindest, most gentle and honest person I ever knew. Bill Jerry and I were the luckiest brothers in the world to have had him as our father. Since Jim has passed my first activity of my day is to pray and talk to Jim. Jim had all of those charistic of my Dad and many more. I sure hope that the pain you and your wonderful family are going through eases a little day by day. You know that you have many friends who love you very much and will do anything to help you day by day or minute by minute.

Love, Janice & Denis

Bob Callan

January 29, 2006

Dear Shirley and Family,

I first met Jim at SI when he became a formitable member of the golf team. Shortly thereafter I also met Dennis and Bud. What a trio! The love and affection they had for each other was very apparent. The words at the service were very accurate. He was a wonderful person. Very loyal and honest with everyone he came in contact with. I will miss him, especially at the past president dinners. God Bless.

Mel & Kate Romani

January 27, 2006

Dear Shirley & family,

We are sorry to learn about Jim's passing. Living in the Chicago area we did not have many times to get together. We have great memories traveling to the bay area several years ago. You and Jim were great hosts and showed us a wonderful time. We also remember Jim's eulogy at your Dad's funeral. That to us really demonstrated his character. You are in our thoughts at this time. Mel & Kate

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Paul Baffico

January 26, 2006

Dear Drucker Family:

My deepest condolences on the passing of Jim. He will be missed by everyone he touched. He was an inspiration and model for all of us in many ways.

Bill Richardson

January 26, 2006

Dear Shirley and Family,

My Brother Denis loved Jim. His passing left a big void in Denis and Jan's family.

I thank Jim for being a true friend to Denis and I know Jim has many old San Francisco relationships that we will all treasure. We have fond memories of the Drucker family.

Bill and Barbara Richardson

Pat Sullivan

January 26, 2006

Dear Drucker Family: During the weeks preceding the 1998 US Open at Olympic, I had occasion to visit Jim at the bus offices to discuss something about The Open. I personally enjoyed being out of the darn newspaper office and down in the gritty part of town. Jim was an inspiration to me -- I now drive a bus for United Cerebral Palsy of San Luis Obispo, taking the developmentally disabled to their rounds. It's a "people" job -- and Jim was a great "people" person.

Pat Sullivan

SI, 1961 (with Dennis)

SF Chronicle, 1979-2002

368 Jupiter Drive

Nipomo, CA 93444

Robert Cordodor

January 26, 2006

I worked for Jim when I was a teenager washing busses. I can remember washing his car about once a week. This was probably the best job a teenager could have. I am sorry for your loss.

Regards,

Robert Cordodor

Ralph Cicurel

January 26, 2006

Dear Shirley and Drucker family. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Jim. He was a great guy and will be missed by many friends. Our sincere

sympathy. God Bless.

Ralph & Louise Cicurel

Peter Grassi

January 26, 2006

Dear Family,

Please execpt our sincere condolence's on the passing of your loved one.

The Grassi Family

Cindy Passanisi

January 25, 2006

Dear Shirley, Susan and Family, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I will miss Jim around The Olympic Club. He spoke so proudly of his wife Shirley and his daughters, their husbands and grandchildren. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Sande McGarry

January 25, 2006

Dear Shirley & Family,

I am so, so very sorry for your loss. Having just spoken with Jim around the holidays, sounding better and positive, I can only imagine the profound sorrow your family must be experiencing. Since his retirement, whenever we spoke, his family and particularly his grandchildren were clearly at the center of his life and most certainly his heart. If men are measured in part by the wide reach of their friendships and how much they were respected and loved by others in life, then Jim will surely find himself in the most adoring of company in the great beyond. I will remember him most fondly.

Mia Slotsve

January 25, 2006

Dear Aunt Shirley, Anne, Kristen, and Susan,

My heart just broke in half when I heard about Uncle Jimmy. The last time I saw him was on at our Drucker Family Reunion 12/26/2004 and he was so happy! Honestly, I can't even picture him with out a smile on his face. Even Darren (my husband) shared how much he appreciated Uncle Jimmy who always made Darren feel welcomed and part of our family. Please know that although I/we may not make it to the service in SF, I will be spending time, on my knees, in my church during the time of his service. Hugs, Kisses, and Much love to you all, Mia

Denis Richardson JR

January 25, 2006

Jim,

I regret never telling you how much you meant to me. You treated me like a son and provided me with opportunity. I once heard someone decribe the great Bobby Jones as "a man of unimpeachable character who possesed a moral compass that never wavered from due north". That describes you perfectly. I have many memories of you and the great things that you did for people. I admired your passion for family, business and golf. You were a man who exemplified grace and compassion. I will always remember how great you treated my father. His admiration for you was tremdous. I will never forget that day at Olympic in '98, that is a memory that I will cherish for the rest of my life. Your family and friends miss you dearly. I miss you! Love you Jim! Denny

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