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Joseph P. Lacey
In San Francisco, December 30, 2006. Loving husband of the late Katharine Faye Lacey, dear father of Joseph, Michael, Katharine, Mary Ellen and James. Dear grandfather of grandchildren and great grandchildren; Melinda, Oliver, Alexandra, Shelley, Sarah, T.J., Kai, Heather, Max, Tyger, and Lila; dear father-in-law of Linda, Gib and Hiram; also survived by loving sister Helen, brother Robert, nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family and friends. A native of Oakland and San Francisco, aged 88 years.A Navy Veteran of WWII and Korea. Long time teacher in Newark, Watsonville and San Francisco districts and community activist.Private family services have taken place. Friends and family are invited to a Memorial Mass and reception, January 12, 2007, at 1 p.m., St. Ignatius Church, 650 Park Ave., San Francisco. Donations in his memory preferred to: Joe and Faye Lacey Memorial Fund for Children and Seniors, PO Box 1343, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045. Please send messages and favorite Joe Lacey stories to: the above address or [email protected]To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Steve Moran
January 17, 2007
Dear Jim; and Lacey family,
I met your Dad the one time at your home. He was a big man of heart and soul. I'm sorry for your loss, and I wish I could have been there for you, as you were for me when my mom past away. My prayers go out to you and your family.
God Bless,
your brother in law Steve
Frances Normoyle
January 15, 2007
Dear Lacey Family;
I did not know Joe, but I knew of him and I am a friend of Jim and Linda's. Joe was an amazing fella. He accomplished quite a bit in his 88 years. I'm just proud to be an American when I am reckoned with a person with such spirit and promise. I am sure you all will miss him terribly. Be VERY proud!
My condolences to the entire lacey clan.
Deborah Boero
January 12, 2007
I was so sad to hear about Mr. Lacey. As a paraprofessional working with special education students, I dread substitute teachers, but it always brightened my day (and that of the students) to see Mr. Lacey - our favorite sub! He was very caring with the students and they enjoyed his many stories about San Francisco.
To his family, you have my deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. Your father was a good man and will be missed.
Deborah Simmons
January 8, 2007
Mary and Family, with deepest my sympathy
Nancy Walker
January 8, 2007
Joe was a wonderful guy. If everyone on the planet contributed as much as he did with humor, compassion and good sense, the world would be a much better place. He was very special.
January 7, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Maria Johnson
January 7, 2007
This is Maria Johnson(Linda Lacey's niece) I wanted to send you my deepest sympathey for your lose.
May he rest in peace and god be with you in your darkest moments.
Sincerely,
Maria Johnson
beth greer
January 7, 2007
Dear Jim,Linda and family, Sorry for your loss. Jim, your Father sounded like an amazing man who will be deeply missed by many. Sincerely,Beth
Listen to this man, or else.
January 7, 2007
Young "Big Joe" in the center.
January 7, 2007
Foundation of Love, together again.
January 7, 2007
Working for the city he loved.
January 7, 2007
France lacey
January 5, 2007
My condolence to the family!
Helen Silva
January 5, 2007
Dear Lacey family,
Our condolences to you on the loss of your Dad.
We have many memories of Joe when he and my husband Ken coached for Holy Cross High School. It makes me smile that they are again together, probably plotting strategies. I'm sure your mom is rejoicing to have her Joe back with her. God's blessings to you all.
The Silva family
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