Dean A. Elias

Dean A. Elias obituary

Dean A. Elias

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Dean Elias Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Duggan's Funeral Service - The Duggan Welch Family on Sep. 16, 2025.

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Dean Ambrose Elias was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and lived in San

Francisco, California. A hardworking man, Dean retired as an employee of the City and

County of San Francisco. He was also a veteran of the United States Armed Forces.

Dean is the beloved son of Josef and Victoria, who preceded him in death.

The family invites you to join them for the Repass at 1945 Restaurant bar and Lounge at 5 Leland Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94134 between 2:30 and 5:30 pm.

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Sep

27

Memorial service

1:00 p.m.

Duggan's Funeral Service

3434 - 17th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110

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