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James Scallon Obituary
Sept. 28, 1959-Oct. 4, 2012
Resident of San Mateo
Jim Scallon, age 53, died unexpectedly on Thursday October 4.
Jim was born in West Union, Iowa, grew up in West Covina, CA, and for the past 20 years, called the Bay Area home. Jim did his undergraduate work at the University of Notre Dame, where he graduated at the top of his business school class. Jim continued his education at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned his MBA degree. He worked in finance for several top companies in the Bay Area.
Jim was a loving and devoted husband to Karen for 10 wonderful years, and an adoring father to three daughters, Alanna, Niamh and Roisin. He is survived also by his mother Eileen, his father Gene, two sisters Anne and Mary, brother Mike, sister and brother in-law Liz and Steve, niece and nephews, Brianna, Ryan and Connor.
Jim enjoyed pursuing his passion for learning about the natural world, on both the terrestrial and celestial levels. He spent much time studying native plants, geology and astronomy, and loved to share this enthusiasm with his three daughters.
He leaves his family with many cherished memories of joyful times shared on family vacations to Monterey, the Pacific Northwest and Yosemite, where he instilled through experience a sense of adventure and love of nature in his daughters. Jim was also extremely proud of his Irish heritage and was, of his generation, the expert on the Scallon family tree. He will be remembered for his curiosity, his strong intellect, and his ability to connect with children.
A wake will be held on Sunday, Oct. 14 at 7:30 PM and funeral mass will be held on Monday, Oct. 15 at 11:00 AM, both at St. Gregory's Catholic Church, 2715 Hacienda Street, San Mateo. In lieu of flowers, the family would like to request that you make a donation to either of the following, honoring Jim's love of nature and of his family: Post Peninsula Open Space Trust http://www.openspacetrust.org/donate/tributegifts.html or A fund that Jim and Karen's friends have established for the girls at Chase Bank, under the name of Karen Scallon. Please provide Karen's address.
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susan walcott
October 5, 2019
I miss you cousin. I see your face in my great nephew. You will never be forgotten. I still feel guilty that I had not gotten back to you of message you left me to review your resume.
Neil Blecherman
February 12, 2013
Dear Karen and Scallon family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a friend and wonderful man.
We met in Philadelphia, in line getting our student ID cards our first day at Wharton, and became good friends. He always had a smile on his face, even when he stored his possessions with a Philadelphia company during the summer between our two years of graduate school and the company sold his furniture. Jim took it all in stride, smiling all the way to the police station. He seemed to enjoy every day of school, every celebration and the company of everyone he met. At the end of our two years of school, he joined my family and me for our graduation dinner in Philadelphia and brought so much joy and fun to the celebration. A few years later, I was his designated driver for a very nice St Patrick's Day here in the Bay Area and we had a great time, making friends and toasting the town.
We lost touch several years after we both moved to the Bay Area, Karen, around the time when you two started dating. He spoke so kindly of you. I will always remember Jim's thoughtfulness and friendship. My heart and thoughts are with you and your daughters. May Jim's memory be a blessing.
Sincerely,
Neil Blecherman
January 15, 2013
Dear Mrs. Scallon and family: I met Jim at Notre Dame and again at a Bay Area ND club event in 1986. He was a very nice man and the thought of him brings a smile to my face. I am so sorry to hear of his passing and will be praying for everyone who loved him. Elizabeth Spinelli Balmert, ND 1982
Denise Bohling
October 19, 2012
Karen and family -
My heart goes out to all of you for your loss. You have been in my thoughts and in the thoughts of others in Digital Marketing. I hope the support of many family and friends are carrying you through this time.
October 18, 2012
Annie and the Scallon Family,
I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. What an amazing life James had. You will all be in my prayers.
Love and Friendship,
Laura Garcia
Tom Carroll
October 15, 2012
Remembering all the great times with SdVP YAG from Yosemite to wine country biking to skiing to American River rafting and St Pat's Day party trolleys (Jim's specialties) to all our great evenings, socials and volunteer events. Those times were a blessing Jim - thanks!
the Carrolls - Tom, Susan, Natalie & Conor
October 15, 2012
I'll remember Jim best for his service to the St Vincent de Paul Young Adult Group. Because of his leadership YAG was able to continue and thrive. Everyone including me who met through YAG and made friends, were married or had children are indebted to him. Jim is a loving and loved friend and brother in Christ who will be missed until we join him in heaven. St Vincent de Paul - PRAY FOR US!
Jim Glennon
October 13, 2012
Jim,
I've been talking with a mutual friend about the positive impact you had on our lives. You will surely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your beautiful wife and daughters.
Dan Mullaley
October 13, 2012
Jim, my drinking buddy in SF nearly 30 years ago. He and I enjoyed many a Irish Coffee at the Buena Vista.
Sandro Minella
October 13, 2012
Annie, you know you have an angel in the sky looking after you, right?
miss you Jim.
Susan Mullaley
October 13, 2012
"May you be in heaven a full half-hour before the devil knows you're dead". Going for a pint in your honor cousin. I treasure memories always of my brother Dan, you and I in the city and the many many good times we had and treasure the photo album you made for me of all the family Irish sites that you thought I did not pay enough attention to when I was in Ireland... may your days and nights be merry up in heaven like the new years eve you spent all night at our house... miss you and love you always... say hello to my mum and dad up in heaven and have a pint or a Jameson Irish whiskey... until we meet again some day.... wish I could be there for your wake, I know you always wanted me to promise I would be there and I hope it is all you dreamt of and I am so sorry that I can not be there.. I do so want to ... prayers and condolences to aunt Eileen, uncle Gene, Mary, Anne and Mike, and most especially your children and wife... you saw into my soul and I into yours Jim - and a beautiful soul you are... til we meet again...
October 12, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Scallon family. Such a tragic loss.
Celia Shepherd Glennon
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Scott Smaistrla
October 12, 2012
I am at a loss. Jim was a kind gentleman who had a passion for life and for his family and friends. His legacy will be through his daughters and the impact that he had on the lives that he touched. He will be missed...My thoughts and prayers are with his wife Karen and his daughters in this challenging time...
Tonie Cox
October 12, 2012
I'll miss you Jim; my memories of you include so much fun and laughter. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
With heartfelt condolences,
Tonie
John Brust
October 12, 2012
Writing with a deep sadness to great Irishman. I remember so fondly our friendship and conversations talking about the young adults at St. Vincent de Paul Church, Notre Dame football or so many other things. Thank you Jim. May God bless your wife and kids and comfort them every day of their lives. You are with us always.
David Bonacci
October 11, 2012
I miss you Jim. I'm praying for the repose of your soul and for your beautiful family who must be going through the most difficult point in their lives.
Brianna Scallon
October 11, 2012
I will miss you Uncle Jim. You will always be an amazing uncle. My love goes out to Alanna, Niamh, Roisin, Aunt Karen and every one else in our loving Scallon family. I love you guys! Uncle Jim, you will always be in my thoughts, prayers, and especially in my heart. I love you to the moon and back. Xoxo, Brianna
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