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Fanchon Almirol Obituary

Fanchon Almirol
June 30, 1948 - June 5, 2022
On Sunday, June 5, 2022, Fanchon Suzan Almirol, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, great aunt and friend passed away at Pine Ridge Care Center, San Rafael, CA. Sue was 73 years old.
Fanchon, more affectionately known as Sue, was born and raised in San Francisco, CA. She was the eldest of 7 children. Sue graduated from St. Paul's Catholic High School, received her bachelor of Juris Sacrae from Great Western University and was an ordained reverend with Great Western Brotherhood. Fanchon took great pleasure in international travel with Egypt being her favorite destination.
As a reverend she was dedicated to helping others achieve their highest potential and through her business, Colon Care Center in Napa, Ca., assisted people combatting health issues.
Sue was preceded in death by her brother, David Almirol, and her father Eugene Almirol. She is survived by her mother, Virginia Almirol, and siblings Stanford (Diane) Almirol, Theresa (Eugene) Vitorelo, Anthony (Susan) Almirol, Mark (Marti) Almirol and Jeanann Almirol. Fanchon is survived by several nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews.
She will be deeply missed by family, friends, and loved ones.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Oct. 14, 2022.

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terry

October 6, 2023

I miss you every day! I miss your calm, empathic presence. Your wise,
common sense advice. Fly free, sister......

Tina Greco

October 21, 2022

Sue was a big cousin who always took the time to counsel me as a young woman. She was a beautiful person who is now absent from the body but ever present with her maker. Renewed and transformed. I will see you again cousin!

Terry

October 14, 2022

A supportive, caring sister whose words of encouragement will be sorely missed. Enjoy your well deserved freedom!

Lois Brisbois

October 13, 2022

I met Sue through our mutual connection to Great Western Brotherhood. She had been a dear friend for many years. When I visited Napa she welcomed me to stay with her many times. What fun and great discussions we enjoyed. Sue was someone in service to many, with her ability to really losten.. I miss her and our long phone conversations. She lives on in my heart and mind.

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