Capt. Jack Kermoian SFFD, Ret.

Jack Kermoian Capt. SFFD, Ret. Born in San Francisco on July 27th, 1927, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family on April 1st, 2008 after a heroic battle with leukemia. Adoring husband of June Kermoian (devoted husband to the late Maryann Kermoian for 50 years). Loving father of Laura Leigon (Richard), Diane Frederick, Kip Kermoian (Patty) and Nancy Gazzano (Len). Brother of Seran Homrig, Ralph Kermoian (Pat) and the late Suran Kermoian (Jeanne), "Brother" Arthur Rogers (Eileen). Adored grandfather of Nicolette Maroulis (T.J.) and Shean Leigon. Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Navy veteran of WWII aboard a Destroyer Escort. A San Francisco firefighter for 28 years. He loved to entertain and cook Armenian foods, write poetry, wrote a book about his parents flight from the Armenian Genocide, had a great voice and enjoyed quiet moments in his garden with loved ones. Jack's generosity was legend. From broken pipes to broken hearts, he could repair it all. Of all the things in life the most important to him was family. Jack's devotion and dedication to family and friends will continue to inspire us all to live our best life. He endured many hardships with grace, honor and integrity. Friends may visit after 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 3rd and are invited to attend a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 4th at Keaton's Mortuary, 1022 E Street, San Rafael. Procession will be departing Keaton's at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 5th for an 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Sebastian Church, 3 Bon Air Road, Greenbrae. Committal to follow at the Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the S.F. Firefighters Cancer Prevention Foundation (SFFCPF), 1130 Mission St., S.F. 94103 (Tax Deductible), Hospice By The Bay, 17 E. Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Larkspur 94939 or charity of your choice.