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John McDonagh Obituary

John Thomas McDonagh
Jan 20,1956 - Mar 20, 2021
John passed away unexpectedly on March 20, 2021. Born on January 20, 1956 in Sussex, England to Tom and Pat McDonagh. He leaves behind his parents; son Steven (Kimbra); grandchildren James and Jacqueline; siblings: Patsy (Martin), Michael (Barbara), David, Jimmy, and Kevin; and many nieces and nephews. He also had many aunts, uncles, and cousins in England and Ireland. Predeceased by wife, Karen Ann McDonagh. Memorial-DateTBD

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Apr. 1 to Apr. 4, 2021.

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Pepe

March 26, 2024

Opening day is just a week.. we enjoyed so many opening day games! Good memories!

Leoni Fabiani

June 8, 2021

To all the McDonagh Family, I send my deepest condolences on your loss. My heart is heavy...I adored Johnny, and he was always a kind and respectful gentleman to me. Fly with the Angel my old friend!

Ana Guerra

April 11, 2021

Gone too soon.

Kathy Castro

April 5, 2021

Johnny was Johnny! And if you knew him you understand. Rest in peace my friend. I will never forget the kindness you showed to my mother when we did the "big move" you were so wonderful and helpful and for this and many other reasons you are loved.

Kathy Castro

April 5, 2021

Rick Jacoban

April 4, 2021

Johnny was my friend, he brought much to the table that I had been can't be explained. You'd have to know the man to know. Will miss your witt and smile RIP Johnny!

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Steven McDonagh

April 4, 2021

I love you so much Dad... I miss you so much ..all the good and the hard times... I still can't believe you're gone. You're with Mom now. I love you.

Romi Perez

April 4, 2021

Johnny knew me from day one I lived next door to the Corrys many giants niner games enjoyed on Duncan st with him always had my back. I'm going to miss your cioppino you would make a lot RIP Johnny Mac ill see you when I get there

Rose Vela

April 4, 2021

Every time I would run into John always a pleasant exchange. Always friendly, humble & kind. Rest In Forever Peace ☮

Robert and Barbara Fallon

April 4, 2021

Our deepest condolences to Tom and Pat and all the Mc Donagh family on the death of Johnny. May he Rest In Peace

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Pepe

April 1, 2021

There are not enough characters allowed on this to say all I have to say about John.. Great Friend, Neighbor, Classmate, Acquaintance, coworker all of the non family relationships listed below..I know Liam, Daddy Nats and the Stork are dealing him in! Moon! Double Moon!

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