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for Andrew Kelleher
Patrick Kissane
November 25, 2017
I am at present in San Francisco (11/25/17) on holiday from Australia where I live. I have been trying to contact family members in California, descendants of Ando Kelliher who emigrated from Co.Kerry in the 1920's. I believe Andrew Kelliher (deceased) may be my first cousin. Deepest condolences to the family. Patrick Kissane ([email protected])
September 5, 2009
I was a Student at Wallenberg High School when Andy was a PE Teacher. I often was late for school because I recieved no support at home. Andy would call me every morning to encourge me to ge up for school. Not until I had children of my own could I appreciate his amazing dedication. I never forgot this man. He was a quiet hero in my life. He will never know the impact he has had.
Andy Thank You!!
Greg Krauss
Amy Foster
August 19, 2009
Dear Kelleher & Lewis Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers go out to you. Mr. Kelleher was a warm and kind person and we always looked forward seeing him and your family. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
With Love,
Amy & Steve Foster
Kevin Connolly
August 17, 2009
Dear Kelleher Family,
I am really sorry about your loss and all of our loss of Andy. Andy and I should have met in our teens, but we did not meet until our 50's. Our dads knew each other in the 1950's. I was a student at St. Joseph's until June, 1958. Andy came in September,1958. We finally met about 10-15 years ago at a St. Joe's Alumni Day of Recollection. We were not strangers. We would see each other in the following years at the annual Day of Recollection. It was always a pleasure to meet him again. He was as others have said, a kind, considerate man focused on you rather than himself. I have to believe there are many, many lives touched and shaped by this good man. God Bless
Wallenberg Alumni
August 17, 2009
First of all, on behalf of the first two graduating classes (1984 & 1985) of Wallenberg High School, I wish to convey our deepest condolences and sympathies to the Kelleher Family. We were so blessed to have had Andy in our midst during those years. He truly cared for all students and his effect made a positive difference for all. May God bless his soul in heaven. And his memory serve as a bright light to shine throughout our lives.
Jerry & Donna Gianni
August 16, 2009
Elizabeth, Donna and I feel deeply sad about your loss. It is difficult to understand why when life ends that it actually begins living out Gods word. Andy was an inspiration to all of us and will send the loving grace to you and your family to understand why. We feel honored just to know him.
Sugar Carlton
August 15, 2009
Elizabeth - my deepest sympathy om your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Kristen Roath
August 15, 2009
Elizabeth,
I've been thinking of you and Melissa all week. I'm so sorry I'm not home to help.
Nicki Fowler
August 14, 2009
My dear Elizabeth;
So sorry to hear of Andy's passing. So now, he will be at peace.
My very sincere condolences to you and your family...stay brave and well.
God Bless and keep you.
Ryan Jackson (SI)
August 14, 2009
Melissa and family I am truly sorry for your loss. I can't imagine how you must feel.... please know God and his angel Andy are watching over you and you have been granted strength to endure this before you even asked. Andy had a heart of gold and a spirit that inspired many by his example. You were very lucky to have him.
Laura Hurley
August 13, 2009
To the family of Andy Kelleher,
Sorry to hear about the passing of a wonderful man.
He was my son's PE teacher at Wallenberg and would always ask about him, Chris Hurley who is now a Math teacher at Presidio M.S. I worked as an administrator in SFUSD and knew him from the many meetings Assistant Principals had to attend.
Jack O'Shea
August 13, 2009
Dear Elizabeth & Mellissa & Family. I was a couple of yrs ahead of Andy in the sem & to me he has always been such a beautiful, loving & peacegiving man of God. He will be sorely missed at our alumni days but will be forever remembered w/ much love & many prayers for the family he leaves behind. Until we meet again in heaven. Jack O'Shea Rhet class of '61.
Colleen Holsinger
August 13, 2009
We are greatly saddened by Andy's passing. Colleen will always remember his kind, gentle way and his contagious laugh. Bob is grateful for his genuine interest in his teaching career, though we were seldom able to get together. Our prayers go out to his family. Heaven has one more true angel. Love, Bob, Colleen, Bobby, Michael, & Katie
Ali Cattaneo
August 13, 2009
Our family has had the priviledge of knowing Andy from back to the St. Raphael School days. Our children were lucky to attend the Sports Camps in the summer and have great memories. Recently Andy volunteered at St. Raphael School while I worked there as secretary. Andy loved working with the kids and they loved him. He was on the Principal Advisory Board and brought great faith, wisdom and many years of education experience to the board. We will miss Andy in many ways - most especially seeing him in church and as a reader on Sundays. Thank you Andy for the impact you had on so many - heaven has another great man. Our love and prayers to Elizabeth and family.
Tony and Ali Cattaneo and family
Sydney Reyff
August 13, 2009
I am a teacher at St. Raphael School where Andy would come into my 8th grade literature classes to tutor groups of students; he was the consummate teacher who would call and e-mail his charges to remind them of their assignments! His creative approach to Antigone and even Sophicles was beautiful - he was a natural 'people person', wonderful with children, and always a problem-solver (and he never said "no"). I feel blessed to have shared that big smile and some time with him. My prayers are with his family.
Leon Radomile
August 13, 2009
Dear Mrs. Kelleher, Melissa and family:
Please accept our most sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved Andy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Yours in Christ,
Leon and Lanette Radomile and family
Dan Onorato
August 12, 2009
I was a classmate of Andy's at St. Joseph's Seminary. I saw him last at our class reunion at Capp's Restaurant in North Beach last December. Though he was not in the best of health, he greeted old friends like me with enthusiasm and genuine interest. I remember him for his upbeat and unpretentious spirit, his sense of humor, his dedication to serving people, especially students in his role as principal, with respect and understanding, and his overall kindness. My cousin worked with him as a school counselor and had nothing but respect and praise for him as a principal. My condolences and prayers are with his family.
Kathleen King
August 12, 2009
Although I met him later in life, Andy made a deep and lasting impression on me. He was a kind, gentle, and intelligent man who will be missed by many. With love and prayers to his family from Kathleen King
Jim O'Malley
August 12, 2009
On behalf of the O'Malley family, we are very sorry to hear the passing of Andy. My wife, Kathy, always looked forward to his phone calls and words of advice, encouragement and hope and we will always be deeply grateful to Andy for his kindness and concern.
Patrice Jackson
August 12, 2009
I have many fond memories of Andy and will miss him. He taught me about being a good, thoughtful, generous, diligent member of a team. This is a team player at work (GWHS) and in life. I have never know such a selfless person. God has always walked with Andy and I am a better person in knowing him. Have fun up there. I know you will be greatly missed down here.
Katie O'Malley
August 12, 2009
I'll always remember Andy for being very tall and always having a huge smile on his face at every family function! He was always very sweet to me and easy to chat with no matter how long it had been since we last met. Now along with my Mom, and Aunt Aine our family has one more angel in heaven looking over us! Sending you all my love!!
Maureen Albritton
August 12, 2009
Andy is such a wonderful part of Saint Raphael Parish School, the kids will miss him so much. He was so generous with his time to our students. As each member of the staff and community hears of his passing our hearts ache for him. He was truly a special man to each of us here. We will cherish his spirit of giving!
Jennifer Quinn
August 12, 2009
I have fond memories of playing in the backyard of the Kellehers, as I went to kindergarten with Melissa, and my brother went to school with Eimear. Andy was a wonderful man, and to his family, my deepest condolences. You will all be in my prayers. I only wish I could be there on Friday to show my support and say prayers with you. Andy will truly be missed.
Patti Bisazza VanDis
August 12, 2009
The Ruane and Bisazza families will surely miss Andy. He was such a gentleman. Thanks to him and the other Ruane cousins for organizing the reunions. He always asked for others and never complained. All great memories..so happy to be related.
Katie & Nate Youel
August 12, 2009
To the Kelleher & Lewis Families,
We're so very saddened about this. My favorite memories of Mr. Kelleher are fun ones - Melis' 21st in Florence & sunfilled sundays in healdsburg. We're thinking of you & sending our most loving thoughts & prayers.
Love,
Adin Eichler
August 12, 2009
As one of Andy's colleagues at George Washington High School, I wish to express my deepest condolences at your lost.
I enjoyed Andy's sense of humor and admired not only his diligence but also his conscientiousness.
He will be in my prayers. Requiescat in pace et in amore.
Bob/Judy Curran
August 12, 2009
Both my wife, Judy and I are saddened by the passing of Andy. I knew him for a short period of time in the seminary and then at SF State. We, as well as John, would attend Newman Club events. He had a successful career in education and can now watch over all of us. Peace to John and the rest of the Kelleher clan. Bob and Judy Curran
Bob Marquise
August 12, 2009
John,
I was sorry to hear about your brother passing.He will be in my prayers this weekend.
Jo Anne Quinn
August 12, 2009
To the Kelleher Family,
As a former grade school classmate of Andy's brother, John, at St. Cecilia, it saddenes me to know that we have lost another very fine Cecilian. May the memories of all the good times you had with Andy sustain you...
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