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2017

Dennis McGuire Obituary

Dennis V. McGuire

Dennis V. McGuire, 57, San Francisco - Born in San Francisco July 19, 1959, passed away February 17, 2017 in Sausalito harbor during a storm. He leaves behind siblings Kevin (Monica), Richard, Brian, Mary (Max), his son, John, and ten nieces and nephews. Parents, Bob & Jean, and brothers, Rob & Terry, predeceased Dennis. Friends and family remember Dennis' mischievous playfulness both as a child and as an adult: riding bikes down muddy Mt. Davidson hills with friends, getting on a rope swing soaring over the trees or popping wheelies on his motorcycle in St. Francis Woods. Dennis loved summers in Twain Harte fishing, water skiing and charming girls. He had everyone laughing as he'd run across TH Lake bridge knowing the lifeguards would soon bellow: Walk!!! He was a true friend, loved by many of us, and Dennis loved his son, John, very much. The family is having a private memorial.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Mar. 9 to Mar. 12, 2017.

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Paul Rapicavoli

March 3, 2022

I can't believe it's been 5 years already. I bump into a friend of Dennis's on a daily basis and we always talk about him. Dennis, you had a huge heart. Miss you, Bro! Go Mustangs!!

Dirk

September 8, 2020

A menace who lived way too long

Bonnie Ludd

March 4, 2019

Hey Dennis and Dennis' family, This is Bonnie and I hope Dennis is looking down on us, helping us to stay motivated and encouraged of our yet's to come, speaking in a positive retrospect. Being in an unsightly form, has its advantages and I hope he's expounding his goodness throughout our universe. On more of a traditional sense, I pray that this family stay blessed with the goodness Dennis' life illuminated. I thank you all for accepting my friendship with your brother, uncle or son, depending on the family member and pray for this family to continue to bind in the holy spirit with fruitfulness. In all good things, stay committed. From Bonnie, Dennis' Friend, who I dearly miss...

Judi (Glue) Simmons

July 3, 2017

Rip Dennis
Gone too soon
I will always cherish the good times and many laughs. Until we meet again my friend. Xoxo

Frances Fonti

May 3, 2017

Condolences to the McGuire family. My brothers and I grew up with the McGuire clan. We lived two doors down from the family. Dennis truly traveled/ran to the tune of his own music. One of a kind character that will be remembered. All the best to his family.

Frances Fonti

May 3, 2017

So sorry to learn of the passing of Dennis. We grew up with him and his brothers, we lived two doors down from the family. Dennis will always be remembered as a character running to the tune of his own. To all the family, condolences.

Andrew Fonti

May 3, 2017

I grew up with Dennis, I lived down the street from the McGuire family. Dennis was such a free spirit, full of life and laughs. It was I who rode bikes with him, popping those wheelies, and exploring Mt. Davidson. My thoughts and prayers go out to Dennis and Family.

Andrew Fonti

Lisa D Ellis Mccray Lisa D Ellis Mccray

April 23, 2017

That meeting Dennis mcCguire was a experiance that brought about a unexpected though acceptable dose of realty my view concerning Dennis was seen as versatile such as the multi shades in a rainbow.allthough it wasn't his goal or intention he helped me develope a clearer thought process because of my perceptions of seemingly differences or illusion?Thanks Denny!.

Patrick Riley

March 24, 2017

Dennis I will always remember how true you were.You was one of a kind.A big heart and a lot of love..May God bless u and keep you! Gone but never forgotten.

Greg Kelisky

March 18, 2017

I grew up with Dennis. He always had a friends back. He stood up for what or whom he believed in and he had a huge heart. Doin well or not, he always had a smile on his face..

Bonnie Ludd

March 16, 2017

You will be missed, Dennis!

Bonnie Ludd

March 16, 2017

Hello Dennis, Family & Friends. As a fellow rider of antics, I, Bonnie L., found a closeness and charming bond with Dennis. He loved people and was fired up about family. I enjoyed the love he embraced throughout the many times we shared going to help friends, taking commitments as bonds and the many travels that were scheduled, as well as unplanned. Many times, he valued and challenged a friend to look beyond the obvious. I hope the friends, where he is now, welcome him with the same joy and happiness he showed us.

To his family, I hope you relish his presence that Our Higher Power has allowed us to experience. May you enjoy the period that we shared with him and know he was a true - loved one. May our prayers continue to carry this family.

Paul Rapicavoli

March 14, 2017

I first met Dennis in 1972, when my family moved to our Portola Drive house. I stayed in touch with Dennis over the years and we always had some good laughs when we talked about the old neighborhood. Dennis, you had a good heart and I will miss you very much.

Denis Pinto

March 14, 2017

Heart felt condolences to the McGuire family. A childhood friend well remembered !

Charlie Farrell

March 12, 2017

Sorry for your loss . Dennis lived life the way he wanted to. He had a good heart. He will be missed .

Felicia Atkins

March 12, 2017

He was a good person he was my big brother and he took me my 5yearold grandson and nice out on his dad boat we had alot of good time's i truely miss him

Michael Flanagan

March 11, 2017

Dennis, Until we meet again, may God Hold you in the palm of his hand. God Bless, Jamie and Michael Flanagan.

Kevin McGuire

March 10, 2017

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pd-0h1vBABM

Video of my last boat ride with Dennis.

Joe Desmond

March 10, 2017

Rest in Peace my old roommate. Let us all remember the good days, the adventures and the many, many laughs

March 10, 2017

Such a young man, we are very sorry for his siblings and his son. He will be remembered as a guy loving life.
Chuck and Kathy

Darryl & Joni Anders

March 10, 2017

So very sorry for your loss. Our prayers will be with your family and especially his son. Much love and comfort to you all.

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