Denis O'Connor Obituary

Denis O'Connor At rest on November 19, 2011. Dearly beloved husband of Rose; beloved father of Michael (Katie), Tom (Liz) and Kevin; proud grandfather of Denis, Eilise, Erin, Kevin and Annie; dear brother in law of Breda (Michael Buckley), Norma (the late Michael Nolan), Patjoe (Rose) McElligott, the late Ned (Nora) McElligott and Annie Marie (Ned Relihan); also survived by many nieces and nephews in Ireland and Australia. A Charter Member of the UICC and a longtime member of the Kerry Club. A native of Gneeveguilla, Co. Kerry, Ireland. Friends may call after 6:30 p.m. (TODAY) and are invited to attend the Vigil Service on Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. at St. Stephen's Church, 601 Eucalyptus Dr. and the Funeral Mass on Wednesday at 1 p.m. Committal Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery. Donations preferred to St. Anthony's Dining Room or St. Stephen's Church.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Nov. 21 to Nov. 22, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Denis O'Connor

14 Entries

Marleen Hein

November 15, 2020

Dear Rose, Michael and Katie, Tom and Liz, and Kevin, It is hard to believe that young Denis is no longer with us here, but his spirit lives on. As I mentioned in my first message, I can still see him in Grandma's living room in San Francisco, a young gentle exceedingly pleasant young man. We all enjoyed his company and later the company of his bride, Rose. He brought with him the humor and civility of Ireland. He was also a commection to his Uncle Denis who was also a generous kind man, and my loving parents, Tom and Margaret Dunne, all who have gone on ahead of us. I am sure he is looking with pride down on his large family. You are all in my thoughts. Fondly, Marleen (Dunne) Hein.

December 5, 2011

Dear Rose, Michael, Tommy and Kevin,
I am deeply sorry to hear of Denis passing. What a truly kind and gentle man he was. My hearfelt sympathy to all of you.
Diane Holland

November 30, 2011

Dear Rose and family, Our sincere and deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donie & Noreen Lynch, Causeway, Co Kerry

November 27, 2011

Dear Rose, Michael, Tommy, and Kevin,

With great sadness I learned of the passing of Denis from my good friend Kay. I remember Denis when he first arrived from Ireland and visited the Flynn family in San Francisco. We called him "Young Denis" to distinguish him from his Uncle Denis, married to my grandmother. He was even as a young man a quiet gentle thoughtful person and a great favorite of our whole family. He was so proud to introduce his bride Rose to us when they returned from Ireland. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers, knowing what a loss he is.

Fondly,

Marleen Hein (Dunne), Margaret's daughter.

November 25, 2011

Denis was one of life's true gentlmen, He saw the person, not the appearance,perception or bias, and he enjoyed the interaction.People were accepted based on how they behaved.

He has left lasting memories of the best of human nature. This is reinforced through the family he has left behind.
Deepest sympathies to Rose,Michael, Tommy and Kevin and their families. The world was a better place because of Denis. Let us cherish these memories and wish him joy on his future journey.
Thoma, Mairead, Roisin and Cian Mc Elligott,
Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

November 23, 2011

From the moment i met you on sunset boulevard in 1985 until his passing he was a gentleman in every sense of the word i always enjoyed my time with him tracing relations and talks of home etc.
You are among a generation of true gentlemen fast disappearing
You will be missed Thank you for the fond memory's
Tom O' Connor
Palo Alto & Boherbue Co Cork

John, Anne & Robert O'Shaughnessy

November 23, 2011

Dear Rose, Michael, Tom and Kevin,
I am so sorry for your loss, I have such fond memories of Denis from my trip to San Francisco, he was such a kind and gentle man, I still make the pork chop recipe he showed me how to make.

November 22, 2011

Rose, Mike, Tommy, Kevin and family..Denis will be in our hearts and memories forever. All our love and devotion. Kevin and Janet Kinahan and family.

Stephen Lynch & Family

November 22, 2011

Rose , Mike , Tommy and Kevin ,
So sorry to hear Denis has passed .
He was a rare Gentleman .

November 22, 2011

Don't take all the suckers money at blackjack up there Denny....thanx for all the fond memories......we will miss you.......Kevin, Lauren and the rest of the O'Sullivan family

November 22, 2011

Oconnor family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Denis was such a gentle and kind man, those of us who knew him were blessed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Lots of love,
Tommy and Tara Niland and family xx

Kitty and Margaret Dillon

November 22, 2011

Dear Rose and Family,
This is truly sad news for all of us. Denis was and will always be loved by those of us who had the honor of calling him a friend. I know your loss is heavy but hopefully the prayers sent your way will help ease some of the pain. God is good and faith is a gift for you to rely on to get you through the next few days, weeks and indeed months. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you and our dear friend, Denis.

November 22, 2011

Dad, We will miss your sense of humor and generosity love always.....Tommy O

Danny & Betty McElligott

November 22, 2011

Dear Rose, Micheal, Tommy & Kevin,
Sad condolences on the passing of Denis.
I have many good memories of Denis and my father, talking in your kitchen.

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