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Eugene Gard Obituary
11-1-1929 11-23-2013
Beloved husband of 61 years to Dale T. Gard; loving father of Michael Gard (Diana), Richard Gard, Karen Donohue, Angela Johnson (Shawn) and the late Marianne Hartnell; loving Papa of Amber Hartnell and Aaron Hartnell, Kristina Hitchcock, Brendan Gard and Matthew Gard, Daniel Donohue, Katrina Donohue, Marie Raffo, Laura Raffo, Jeffrey Johnson and Hannah Stapleton and 6 great grandchildren.
A retired Chiefs Operator with the SFFD and a member of the Firefighter's Local 798; lifetime member of U.S.S. Iowa Veteran's Assoc. and lifetime member of the retired Fireman and Widowers Assoc.
Friends and family are invited to attend the Vigil on Saturday, December 7th 12:30pm, followed by the Funeral Mass at 1:00pm at St. Cecilia Church 17th Ave. and Ulloa Sts. S.F. CA. Private committal at Golden Gate National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations preferred to SF Firefighters Toy Program or St Anthony Dining Room.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eugene Gard
mark donnelly
December 3, 2013
Gene found my fathers "firemans" badge under the back seat of Division 2's buggy that was lost for over a year. My older brother retired with that badge. God bless and thanks for memories.
Eileen helbig
December 2, 2013
My Deepest Sympathy To the Gard family.
Lisa White (Gard)
December 2, 2013
I just found out about this today. I am so sorry for the loss. Will be praying for everyone of you and you may find some peace. Love to all. RIP Uncle Gene.
Sharon Kelly St. Clair
December 2, 2013
Thinking of you during this sad time. I will always be grateful to your Dad for watching over my Mom after my Dad passed. He and your Mom checked up on her often and would always see if she needed something. When you feel sad just remember all the good times. I will not be able to attend the funeral as I will be out of town. My prayers are with you all.
Kevin Carroll
December 1, 2013
May this be a time of abundant blessings and sincere gratitude for a life well lived. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Becky Gonzales
December 1, 2013
Dear Gard family,I feel your pain and loss. I have too many memories of your parents and the entire family to mention, just no that each and everyone is in my prayers. Love Becky, Bob and Francie
harry brophy
November 28, 2013
GENE WAS A FINE PERSON. hE WAS GREAT AT HIS JOB. i ENJOYED HIS COMPANY. gOD"S SPEED gENE
Frank Cercos
November 27, 2013
My deepest condolences to the Gard family. Gene was a terrific Cheifs Operator and a wonderful man. I will miss him. Frank Cercos A.C.Div.2 ret.
James Scott
November 26, 2013
Rest in peace Gene My best to the family Gene was a true gentleman
Jim Scott (ret opr)
Hannah Stapleton
November 26, 2013
I miss you Papa! Thank you for loving me to the end.
D. Robinson
November 26, 2013
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband, father & grandfather.
Karen Gard Donohue
November 26, 2013
Nothing was left unsaid. Thank you for all the gifts you've given me throughout my life. The gifts that no amount of money could buy. God gave me the BEST DAD EVER! Thank you for holding my hand when the words couldn't come out anymore. You will always have a special place in my heart - that place only a Dad can have...
November 26, 2013
We were so sorry to hear of your loss, pleae accept our deepest sympathies
Carol, Earl, Barara, Susan and Patti Holsworth
Hannah Stapleton
November 26, 2013
I miss you Papa! Thank you for loving me.
Kay Ryan
November 25, 2013
To the entire Gard Family: So sad to hear about Mr. Gard. When I think of him, I can see him in his chair with a pipe in his mouth. When I saw him there, I knew that there was going to be no "Dark Shadow" watching with Karen. The countless times I would see him outside 41st Avenue washing his big blue station wagon with all the stickers from the different states the Gard family traveled too. We all use to argue over who got the back seat after our Ballet lessons.
My thoughts and Prayers are coming your way.
Kay, Lee, Peter, Ryan & Jessica
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