Richard Daniel Hegarty

Richard Hegarty Obituary

Richard Daniel Hegarty Embraced by his God, January 20, 2005; beloved husband of Carol Hegarty, cherished father of Ellen Hegarty Calderon and the late Rich Hegarty, adoring grandfather of Mary Hegarty Calderon, brother of Stephen, Charles, Patrick, Madeline, Anne, friend to all.

Longtime Child Advocate, proud member of the U.S. Marine Corps American Legion, and the Knight of Columbus. Retired Santa Clara County accountant.

Friends are invited to a Vigil on Monday, Jan. 24, at 7:00 p.m., at Lima Family Mortuary, 710 Willow Street and a memorial mass on Tuesday, Jan. 25, at Queen of Apostles Church, 4911 Moorpark Ave., at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Santa Clara Mission cemetery.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Jan. 23, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Hegarty

14 Entries

Alexis Lazzeri

February 15, 2005

My sister and I loved Dick so much. Although he was only our child advocate he was a very special person in my life. He was always so funny and I will definelty miss him. I love Carol with all my heart and I know this is hard for her. RIP Dick

Ronald Malmgren

January 29, 2005

Richard was an inspriation to me he kept trying to be a better man every time he could. I will miss having coffee with him and the sound of his voice will be remembered untill I meet him again

My deepest regrets for your loss but know he gave much to others and may that comfort you

Kate Hegarty

January 28, 2005

Carol and Ellen,

We were stunned to hear the news of Dick's death.My heart has moved from my own grief over Bob's "leaving" to what your family must be feeling. It seems so trite to say that all I have to offer is prayers for you all at this time. Rest assured that they are being sent your way. Take care of that precious little Mary. She was surely the light of Dick's life. Will try and write more later, when we are both ready.

Much love,

Kate

Jason Ryba

January 25, 2005

I met Dick for the first time this past year in Omaha. Bridget and Bob always spoke so highly of him. It was an honor to meet someone so loved. He will be very much missed by Bridget and I.

Jason Ryba (Bridget Hegarty's husband)

Patricia (Pat) Lindsey

January 24, 2005

So sorry to hear about Dick. I am one of his first cousins. My father was Michael C. P. Hegarty. Haven't seen Dick since we were pre-teeners. Keep up with the family through Mary Catherine, Danny's wife. You have my prayers and sympathy.

Jimmy Hegarty

January 24, 2005

Carol,

Was just on the phone with my Mom, Mary Catherine. She wants you to know she loves you and is thinking of you and your family in this time of grief. All of us here in Omaha are so sorry for your loss.

God bless you,

Jimmy Hegarty

Bridget Hegarty

January 24, 2005

My thought are prayers are with you all. I was very close to Dick and I will miss him tremendously. Dick was the light in my dad's world and now they will live peacefully together in eternity. I thank God for the time I had with him.

colleen hawley

January 24, 2005

Carol and Ellen, I am so sorry about Dick. It has been years but I always remember your Xmas Eves spent at

our house. He can visit my Dad now. My best, Colleen Hegarty Hawley

Dave, Dani, Tony, Alicia & Alexis Lazzeri

January 24, 2005

Dearest Mary, Ellen and Carol,

Our thoughts and Prayers go out to you. We will miss that "Big Bear Dick." We couldn't help but to LOVE this big teddy! We LOVE you Carol.

Love Dave, Dani, Tony, Alicia, and Alexis

Mary Pat Simpson(Langdon)

January 23, 2005

I was so shocked and saddened to hear the news. Carol, my deepest sympathy to you and your family and my prayers are with you as well.

Charles Hegarty

January 23, 2005

My heart goes out to you, Carol and your family. Even though We have not been close, We too feel a tremendous loss. Our love and prayers, Charlie and Debbie Hegarty& family.

Ann Schlemmer

January 23, 2005

I was granted the wonderful experience of meeting my brother for the first time in mid October of 2004. I did not know him very well, as we never got another opportunity to meet again, but I feel so fortunate that we had the time together to talk. I so wanted to experience a future relationship with my brother, and even though this was not possible, I am happy for the time we did have. May the Good Lord embrace him and grant him peace.

Ann Schlemmer

Susie Cowger Christensen

January 23, 2005

Carol and Ellen, I am so sorry for your loss. It was so good to be able to see Dick this past year in Omaha. What a kind soul he has.

You are in my prayers.

Susie Cowger Christensen

Bob & Micki Cowger

January 23, 2005

We are so sorry for your loss.

That big old lovable bear will be missed. God bless you.

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