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Brian Boland Obituary
May 30, 1974 - September 26, 2016
Brian Boland, 42, of San Francisco, CA, died on Monday, September 26, 2016. He is survived by his beloved partner, April Dela Cruz, and their son Donovan.Brian also is survived by his parents Jim (Jean) Boland, Elizabeth (Mark) apHugh and Kim Royse. Loving brother to Thomas (Mindy) and niece Danika of Boulder Creek, CA: sister Gretchen and niece Isis of San Francisco, CA; and sisters Siobhan, Kate and Isabella. When son Donovan was born three years ago, April's parents (Ben and Norma) and her extended family welcomed Brian into their warm and loving arms. Brian also has many family members and close friends across the country who will miss him deeply.
Brian is a lifelong San Franciscan. His first job was managing a paper route at the age of 12. He was a talented carpenter and proud member of United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local 22. Most recently he put his skills to use at Kaiser Permanente. Brian was a kind, loving and loyal friend to many. His generosity and dependability will be remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Friends and family may visit after 5 p.m., Friday, September 30, St. Philip Church, 725 Diamond St., S.F. where a vigil will be held at 7 p.m. A funeral mass will be held Saturday, October 1, at 10 a.m. at St. Philip Church. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, 1500 Old Mission Road, Colma, CA.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Brian Boland Memorial Fund, c/o Calibre CPA Group, attn: William Voorhees, 7501 Wisconsin Ave., Suite 1200 West, Bethesda, MD 20814.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Boland
October 4, 2016
Jim and the entire Boland family, the deepest condolences from the entire REIG team at Ullico. Sincerely, Herb Kolben.
Angela Dodd
October 2, 2016
My sincere and deepest sympathy Mary, Jim, April and Families on the death of our dearly loved Brian. I cannot tell you how sorry I am to hear the sad news.
I have prayed for you many times and there is little more one can say in the face of such sorrow. I have heard such lovely things about Brian. We know that he is with God and at peace. We pray for you and for so many who loved him and who miss him, and we ask our God to give you the strength, hope and courage to live through these lonely times. Thank God for our faith that assures us that life is only changed, not taken away, and we will be with our loved ones again. All the Dodd family send their loving sympathy.
Angela, Eastpointe, Michigan
Les Kauffman
October 1, 2016
Our condolences to the entire Boland family from the staff and members of Local 5 PA Bricklayers. We will have you in our thought and prayers.
Carpenters Local 22
October 1, 2016
Brian will be forever respected and remembered among his Carpenters Local 22 brothers and sisters. Our thoughts are with the Boland family, April and especially Donovan.
Frank & Janette Masterson
September 30, 2016
Our deepest sympathies to Jim and all the Boland family at the passing of Brian,may Gods comfort see you through this very difficult time
September 30, 2016
I received a voice mail Wednesday about the passing of my best friend, Brian. My world, as for many others, changed. No longer would I get to have the pleasure of having such a wonderful, caring, and loving man in my life. I know that his family is grieving deeply on their loss and my condolences go to them.
I knew and worked along side of Brian for many years in my 26 rears with Rehn Plumbing (now retired). I had the greatest respect for his skills as a carpenter and him being such a head strong man. There was nothing he would shy away from and he mastered the ground he stood on. He, like myself, spoke from the heart, and that sometimes got us into awkward situations on the job, but that was Brian.
I last saw Brian at my home in San Leandro a week or so ago, and he always talked about getting a home for April in the East Bay and raising his son. He loved them deeply and wanted the best family life that he could provide.
I sure miss you brother, I really do.
Bill Jarvis
Life long friends
Alberto Rivera
September 30, 2016
I will miss u with all my heart bro. We grew up together, met when u were 15 and I was 17 at Cala Foods. U were a brother to me...always there when things were bad for me and I needed an ear. I'm so happy u were in my life and I got to share many good times with u. All the cap sessions and horsing around we did, the one on one times we spent eating dinner, watching movies, fixing ur truck, all great memories. There's too many times to write about, I'd need a book. I will watch over your son and lady like u would say u would do for me.
You will never be forgotten ...see u on the other side, bro. I love u BDUBL.
King B and The Cold World Hustlah forever.
Jim Salinas Sr.
September 30, 2016
May you rest in God's eternal peace my brother. May God comfort your loving family God bless them always! We shall miss you! Thank you for being such a loyal friend to everyone you encountered along the way! Time to put your tools down fellow Carpenter and go and enjoy your rewards because you earned them!
September 30, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to the Boland Family. Our thought and prayers are with you.
Officers, Members and Staff of BAC Local 5 New York
Terry Therese terence and christina Masterson
September 30, 2016
It was truly a Blessing and a honor to have met you Brian in Oct of 2015 last year . You came to Pacifica to meet us we had a long catch up day watching the ocean on a beautiful fall day . A genuine kind man . You made Terry a very happy uncle that day he was so happy to have you in his life and looked forward to future visits . We know as you traveled to meet us unexpectedly then , that you travel again unexpectedly to meet your Saviour in heaven . We will miss you more than you ever knew . Deepest sympathy to all the Boland and Masterson family .
Shirley
September 29, 2016
I'll miss u. We were apprentices I. We would alternate driving to Stanford. . I had a 72 chevill u had something Simaliar . I think your first car ?! Always a holy Toledo ride. May be you wouldn't appreciate me saying that but nothin but love!
Me big shirl for life. Not the greatest carpenter
You - wrapper Brian talk about sister and brother. Always lookin out for sis , anyways I love you and have great story's
Donavan I'm glad your here . Your father was a good guy
Dan McCall
September 29, 2016
Condolences to the family of Brian Boland. Prayers to the family.
Dan & Pam McCall
Retired President of BAC Local #8 Il
September 29, 2016
Our deepest condolences go out to April, Donovan and the whole Boland family.
Love,
Martinez Family
Adrienne Renee Urizar-Manriquez
September 29, 2016
Our Deepest Condolences to Apri, Donavan and the whole Boland family during this difficult time but please know he loved and spoke of all of you with thee upmost love and respect. Our family will miss him dearly as he became an extended part of our family. We are very grateful that he was a part of our lives and we got to have a friend like him. Much love and many blessings to u all, Louis, Ms. Urizar, Jose (Pancake) Renee, NyElla and LillyAnna.
Mr. & Mrs. Chris Laughlin And Family
September 29, 2016
To The Boland Family, Our Payers And Sincere Sympathy Are With You At This Most Difficult Time. May Your Memories Bring You Comfort. The Laughlins
Jenna Weller
September 29, 2016
My deepest sympathies to the Boland family. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
September 29, 2016
Our deepest sympathies to the Boland Family. May the love of God and those around you comfort you through the days ahead.
Joshua & Tatia Marks
Mount Airy MD
Ed Hill
September 29, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the entire Boland Family.
Bobbie Haut
September 29, 2016
My deepest sympathies to the entire Boland family. Thinking of you, wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain.
September 29, 2016
Very much like a brother I never had- he definitely was one! My thoughts and prayers to my sis Gretchie, her baby Isee, and all of her family. May they find strength and peace in knowing he is in God's Kingdom with a new journey. We have been blessed with him in life and now with his watchful eyes as an Angel.
Diana Carrington
September 29, 2016
Fond memories of Brian and his siblings in San Francisco. An all round good guy who brought a smile to your face. Praying for his eternal life and his family at this very difficult time.
Dave Martinez
September 29, 2016
I met and worked with Brian at RMR Construction. We became good friends as it was so easy to do with him. His passing is heart wrenching to me and I will miss him. It was a pleasure and honor to have known him. He was a good homeboy. I love you bro May God Bless Your Family and May He Comfort Them in this time of grief.
September 29, 2016
My condolences to Mr Boland's family. May the peace from God which surpasses all understanding be with you. Php. 4:6,7
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