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Auguste Lapeyrade Obituary
Auguste Lapeyrade
Passed away suddenly 8/28/2012 in the arms of his caregivers after a 10 year struggle with debilitating Multiple System Atrophy. Born in Cambo-les-Bains, France on 1/1/1935. After growing up in the Basque Country, and following his military service in the French-Algerian War, Auguste immigrated to San Francisco in 1959.
Auguste is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years, Etiennette (born Sabarots), his daughter Marie-Nicole and partner Donald Holmes, his son Jean-Michel and partner Jeff Fountain, and his son Pierre and wife Shannon (born Cook) and 5 grandchildren: Chantal, Shaelyn, Teagan, Angeline and Nicolas. He is also survived by a large family both in the Basque Country and in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Auguste was an early member of the Basque Club of San Francisco and a founding member of the Basque Cultural Center in South San Francisco. Auguste was passionate about his garden maintenance and landscaping business he built and ran for over 40 years. A very accomplished and passionate Basque handball player (pilotari), Auguste played competitively into his mid 60's and was known to beat players many years his junior. Dad loved music and enjoyed singing old Basque songs from his homeland. When he became too ill to continue playing handball, Auguste turned to playing mus (Basque card game) as his primary social outlet. Dad's tremendous drive and long fight he waged against this crippling disease were an inspiration to all of us. Dad will be sorely and deeply missed.
Viewing to be held Friday 8/31
2-4pm at McAvoy O'Hara Mortuary 4545 Geary Blvd. SF. There will be a 7pm rosary followed by the funeral Mass on Friday 8/31 at Notre Dame des Victoires Church 566 Bush St. S.F.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to SDS/MSA support group 8311 Brier Creek Parkway Suite 105-434 Raleigh NC 27617 or to Mayo Clinic Department of Development Attn: MSA Research, 200 First St. SW Rochester MN 55905.
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September 30, 2017
So sorry don't know where else to express my deepest sympathy and condolences for the loss of Jean-Michel .
I used to work with his father back in the early 80's and got the pleasure of meeting Jean-Michel , he was such a nice ,well educated ,caring human being ,I never forgot when he used to teach me some English while we worked for his dad , so sorry for his departure and my deepest sympathies to his mother and siblings .Rod Helfer ,( cousin of Miguel Ybarra's wife )
Just remember that good people never die , they stay among us forever .
So sorry for your loss .
December 21, 2013
My deepest sympathy , I worked for Auguste in the early 80's and learned a lot from him and ,he was quite a gentleman very dedicated to his work .He always made sure that everything was done the right way . sending prayers .
Roderick Kurt Helfer (Karla Ybarra's cousin )
November 17, 2013
oh my cuisin I miss you so much and I hope you are with angels a d my daddy
Marie-Nicole Lapeyrade
November 17, 2013
Oh, by the way, as part of the Urazandi book project involving Basque immigrants in SF, they published and released a book in 2009, remember when we asked you a bunch of questions about your first few years here? Well the book finally came out and there is a wonderful photo of the pilotaris at Broadway... thought you would like to know.
Marie-Nicole Lapeyrade
November 17, 2013
This morning Nicolas said he could drive and that it was easy. He has driven his American Grandpa's tractor while up in Oregon and he says all you have to do is turn the steering wheel and brake to stop. Sounds easy to me. He also said that he could not wait until he is 16 , just too long to wait, he says. He is still only 5. He is changing so fast. I will keep you posted on his progress. The other day, his American Grandma told us she wanted him to be a priest, but I think he likes girls way too much for that. He says :" I like girls cause they are too pretty!" He is only 5. Like they say in the ol' country, "Ca promet!"
Oh, by the way, I am changing all of my official paperwork to read, "Marie-Nicole" instead of just "Nicole"; I knew you would be happy to hear that. Love and miss you more than you will ever know, my dear one.
Marie-Nicole Lapeyrade
November 17, 2013
Nicolas, now 5 years old asked a nine year old girl, Noelle, if he could kiss her ! Thank Heavens she said "No." How did I find out? Noelle told her Mom and me on the day it happened, Veteran's Day !. Good Lord, is this what your lil' angel has become? A real life Gigolo, Casa Nova? Age 5? Really? Anyway, you taught him well. You would be proud. Love you and miss you.
Nicole
September 29, 2012
Dear Dad
Nicolas said he wanted to get shoes with springs so he can jump all the way to Heaven to see his Aititxi
Aimee Custodio
September 6, 2012
Our sincerest sympathy for the loss of Mr. Lapeyrade.
Aimee C. - PHH
Dian Cook
September 2, 2012
May our Father's Eternal Light embrace our loved one and gently carry him into the Kingdom of God.
Ron and Dian Cook
September 2, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Mary Pittner
August 31, 2012
Peace is coming down from your father above. He has raised a family that are true givers, showing their love for life by helping others. By knowing Nicole, she has passed on his faith and love, Thank you Sir for allowing us to share your faith throw your daughter.
August 31, 2012
Toute la famille du Pays Basque vous accompagne en cette douloureuse épreuve. Puissent nos prières et nos tendres pensées vous apporter un peu de réconfort et de paix. Otto restera à jamais dans nos coeurs. Muxus à tous.
Teresa Horton
August 31, 2012
Rest in paradise.
Teresa Horton
August 31, 2012
May god bless you and know that your father is with our holy father and will be watching over you together.
mayo pascua
August 30, 2012
so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing today. I remember you and your family as our neighbors living in Lakewood Ave. I remember that your house and any house that your father took care had the best looking yards and lawns. Prayers and well wishes for your family at this time of sorrow.
August 30, 2012
Intel friends are thinking of you and your family at this sad time. May you find some comfort in your wonderful memories of Auguste.
Jamie Bonnette
August 30, 2012
Nicole,
Thinking of you and your family at this time.
Love,
Jamie
Rose Priven
August 30, 2012
I am sending my deepest sympathy to your entire family.
August 30, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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