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Dominick Ignatious Dunne

Dominick Dunne Obituary

Dominick Ignatious Dunne Born in Dublin, Ireland, passed away peacefully Dec. 27, 2008 at his home with his family by his side. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Philomena, his children: Carol, Dominick Jr., Peadar, Mark, Gareth along with their spouses; six grandchildren; sisters: Maureen, Kathleen and Edith; sister-in-law Sr. Theresa and numerous nephews and nieces. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. He touched people with his love of life and great sense of humor and big smile. A Celebration of his Life will be held at Church of the Good Shepherd in Pacifica at 11am, Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009. A reception will follow at Fiddlers Green, Millbrae. The family wants to express gratitude to the Kaiser Medical Center staff and Hospice care of Anntoinett Keegan. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations in Mr. Dunne's name be made to the American Heart Association.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Jan. 1, 2009.

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Rev. Thomas ONeill, SJ

January 1, 2009

What a joy and privilege it was to come to know Dominick. I will be with you on Saturday to help celebrate his memorial Mass. He is at peace with the Lord, and you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Fr. Tom O'Neill, SJ

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