Eleanore Howard Obituary

Eleanore J. Howard
May 19, 1941 - January 30, 2021
Eleanore was born April 19, 1941 to Nell and Walter Howard. A life-long resident of The City, Eleanore grew up in the Mission District and remained in the neighborhood her whole life, continuing a tradition established by her grandparents, Bridgit and Michael Walsh, over 100 years ago. She attended St. James Grammar school and was a proud graduate of the Immaculate Conception Academy. Walking down Dolores Street to school with her cousin, Nancy Ingram, were fond and often shared memories.

Her interest in business led to a long career in banking. Fond memories of work and friendships were important highlights at Crocker Bank. Eleanore was appreciated by colleagues for her integrity and strong work ethic. She was an active member of St. James Parish following a commitment of support that spanned three family generations. Going to see Broadway shows at the Curran, Orpheum or Golden Gate theaters were treasured evenings for Eleanore and those who joined her. Eleanore's heritage was Irish and English, and she loved to travel to Ireland and England with her sister Carol to visit family and to enjoy a martini at Duke's Hotel and dinner at Rule's.

She will be greatly missed by her cousins, all of whom treasure memories of growing up in the mission with Eleanore. Wonderful memories that included playing in Dolores Park, trips to the New Eagle Market, to Lucca's for raviolis, and Saturday afternoon walks to Mission Street for a movie at the New Mission or the El Capitan. Embraced by younger cousins, she was given the nickname "The Duchess of Dolores Street" – a title she dearly loved.

Eleanore was preceded in death by her sister Carol, her loving parents and many Irish aunts. She is survived and will be missed by her cousins; James Newhoff, Michael Newhoff, Nancy Ingram and Bill Clune, as well as the many second and third generation cousins who will fondly remember "The Duchess of Dolores Street".

In remembrance of Eleanore's life, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to St. Anthony Foundation.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Feb. 10 to Feb. 14, 2021.

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Sonia maria

May 3, 2021

Eleonor would tell me stories about the Dolores mission neighborhood all the time. Rest In Peace dear Friend I will remember and keep in my heart all the advices you gave me. Sonia Maria

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Ann (Newhoff) Shanahan

February 15, 2021

Eleanore will always be remembered as a loving member of our family. We had many holiday gatherings together and fond memories of Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter celebrations since I was a child. Eleanore and Carol came to visit us twice in England. We had a wonderful time visiting the Lakes District, the English countryside and London. We shared the love of the Royal Family and many fun adventures and conversations which led to Eleanore's nickname, "The Duchess of Dolores." I will miss our phone and email conversations. Eleanore, you earned your wings!

Geraldine Ryden

February 13, 2021

Eleanore was my friend from first grade through graduation from ICA. We have been corresponding for years, most recently by emails. In January she told me she had been sick for two weeks and that she needed a miracle. On January 23rd she said the chair was working well and asked for continued prayers - including the miracle. Her graduation picture was great and she loved it. She said this was our year - time to celebrate! We shared so many great memories over the years. I always loved the pictures of her discovering snow for the first time when she went with our family to Squaw Valley. Our phone numbers were almost the same - only the prefix was different. Mine was Atwater and hers was Mission. I sent a note to David hoping to hear how she was as her emails on the 23rd were very concerning. Tonight I checked the Chronicle and saw the notice just after attending Mass virtually here. I will look at it again tomorrow morning when we pick up the newspaper. We had a lot in common as my mother was born in Dublin, Ireland and I have been able to travel throughout the country visiting our many cousins - again that was something Eleanore and I talked about frequently. She was a dear friend and truly loved her family, celebrated life and cherished all its blessings. We are all blessed to have her be a part of our lives.

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