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John Murtagh Obituary
April 22, 1958April 4, 2015
John, "Sean" Francis Murtagh, Died suddenly on April 4, 2015, age 56. Son of Mary and the Late John Joseph Murtagh, Beloved father to, Karina and Triana, beloved brother to, Ann Marie, Danny (Sandra), Jimmy, Brian (Kirsten), & Linda, beloved uncle to Christopher, Andrew, Sean, Aidan & Collin as well as a friend to all he met throughout the years. "Sean", as everyone knew him, was a very outgoing person with a presence that was always warm and welcoming. Everyone was either his friend or friend to be. He loved people, pets and the great outdoors and spent a lot of time fishing and diving in the ocean. He also loved the finer things in life and worked hard to achieve many of them over the years. He always had a smile for you, no matter who you were and was always expected to be that guy who dragged a stray pet or lost soul through the door along with him. You would always be surprised each time Sean arrived in a new car, truck, motorhome or motorcycle that he just had to have. If there was something new on the market, Sean had to have it, even if only for a while. When he bought a new toy, you know it had to be the most expensive one available with the latest gizmo's on it. He loved his work and took great pride in his craftsmanship on the job and always loved to make his project a show piece for all to look at, even if it was tucked away in a machine room where nobody goes. His warm loving nature and radiant personality will be dearly missed as well as all of the gifts and talents he brought to this world. To Fran & Matt, Thank you! Sean, as you go forward to meet those who have gone before you, Godspeed.A memorial mass will be held for Sean in San Francisco on Saturday, April 25th, 2015 at 10AM at St. Brendan's Church located at 29 Rockaway Ave.
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Danny Murtagh
April 11, 2025
Sean, it´s been ten years since you went home. We still miss your smiling face and cheerful demeanor. Godspeed and god bless you. Danny
Cindie Emery
April 29, 2015
Thinking of you every day....
Vicky Venglinsky
April 26, 2015
Sean and I were close friends during Junior High School. He had a sweet and gentle nature and my entire family adored him. My deepest condolences go out to Sean's family and children. We were all fortunate to have known him, even for such a short time.
Al Bath
April 25, 2015
Sean and I met in Aptos Jr High and I'm pretty sure there are teachers that will never forget some of the activities that we were allegedly involved with. Sean was a good friend and even though I haven't seen him in years, I will miss him.
Bonnie and Peter
April 24, 2015
Our sincere condolences to The Murtagh family.
April 23, 2015
Dear Mary and family,
My deepest sympathy and prayers for your loss.
Maureen Folan Beckwith
Judith Connolly
April 23, 2015
Kathryn and Judith Connolly sending our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Jeannette Whitehill (Harrison)
April 23, 2015
Sean and I dated while I was in high school...he was in the military. He was sweet, loving, and YES, would do anything for anyone who needed his help. Often, without a car, we walked most everywhere. Decades later we reconnected and I hired his daughters, Karina and Triana to party assist with me for a Santa's Workshop party. Sean, your smile always lit up a room, and now the stars are shining a bit brighter.
Hugs to the family and friends we knew >
April 23, 2015
My condolences are with you and all your family. All my love. Rosemary Rodriguez
George Murphy
April 21, 2015
During my times at the Embarcadero buildings Sean was a true inspiration. He was always there to help. He brought joy and laughter to all. My heart goes out to his family for this tremendous loss.
Valerie McNease
April 21, 2015
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Sean's passing. We worked for the same property management team at 555 California in the 1990s, as well as discovered we grew up in the same SF neighborhood. It was fun to share stories of our youth in SF, as well as discover that we had mutual friends and adventures. Sean always had a sunny smile and happy outlook. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Michael Montanez
April 21, 2015
Sean was an all around good guy and I will miss him. I will never forget his warm smile and great sense of of humor. Rest in Peace my friend.
Robb Martinucci
April 21, 2015
Sean will greatly be missed. He always had a smile on his face and always had time to say Hello. What a great man.
April 21, 2015
The Murtagh's you will always have the memories and now a guardian angel.
With sincere condolences
xoxoxoxo
Terry, Cyndy, Danica, and Jack Smerdel
Danny Murtagh
April 21, 2015
Sean,
May the road rise up to meet you; the wind be always at your back; may the sun shine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields; and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand.
Danny
April 21, 2015
Danny sorry for your loss i will keep you and your family in my Prayers
Mike Kern
Cindie Emery
April 21, 2015
I am so saddened & sorry to hear of Sean's passing. Haven't seen him in a very long time but he has always been on my mind. Glad to know he was happy in life & still the happy person we all remember. Wishing then entire Murtagh family many blessings & peace. RIP Seanzy~
ange wesley - beloy
April 20, 2015
Praying for peace for the family.
Ange Wesley (Beloy)
April 20, 2015
Mrs Murtagh & family, I am so sorry to hear of this loss. Sean was a great guy, tons of fun and always smiling. I met Sean when I was 13 years old; haven't seen him in about 20 years. It still saddens me to hear of his passing. This world was a better place with Sean in it. God Bless you all.
Matt Harrington
April 20, 2015
Brian, I remember when you and I were teenagers and how cool Sean was to us back then. He was always happy and easy going. He had a good heart and I'm sorry for your whole family.
Yvette Pierre Gilardi
April 20, 2015
I am a friend of Sean's from Jr. High School years! I Have a lot of fond memories of fun times with fun friends and Sean was the person that we all wanted to hang out with because his fun loving spirit and caring ways...May God Bless his Spirit in Peace and may God Bless your entire family during this difficult time!
Ken Harrington
April 20, 2015
Sean: I fondly remember the last time we spoke; may you rest in peace,,,always shining.
Chris Miloslavich
April 20, 2015
Growing up in Miraloma Park, Sean was one of those guys in the neighborhood that had a presence that stayed with you. Always with a smile or laugh. God rest your soul in peace old friend. And my sincere condolences to his family.
April 20, 2015
Danny, we were classmates way back in the Miraloma School days. I remember you coming from a large family as I did. Siblings are a gift from our parents and I can't imaging loosing a brother. My deepest regards to you and the entire Murtaugh family.
Steve Milovich
April 19, 2015
Condolences to Mary and the family!
Michael Nicholls and Andy Hilldale
Cazadero CA
Mike Powell
April 18, 2015
when i heard the news this past week i was sadden and in disbelief,sean was a friend and like a brother to me since i was 7 years old.I will be having a drink in his honor for many nights to come. my deepest sympathy goes to Mary and the Murtagh family.R.I.P. sean. Mike & Fini Powell
paul fitzpatrick
April 18, 2015
My blessing go out to the murtagh family,i have know them all my life ,I grew up in the same area of san Francisco.All of prayers and good thoughts are of the old days.Rip my friend and may the blessing of our irish be true .Truly Paul e Fitzpatrick,261 molimo drive , sf..........
Patricia Sundberg
April 18, 2015
When I read Sean's notice, I was very sad.
I have know this family for over 40 years.
My heart goes out to all of the Murtagh's with
love and you are in my prayers. God bless you and will see you soon.
Patti Sundberg
Paul Fitzpatrick
John Spediacci
April 18, 2015
Dear Murtagh Family,
I am shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of Sean. Sean and I worked at 555 Cal for 6 years together. He was a great guy and a lot of fun to be around. May he RIP.
John Spediacci
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