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1938
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2024
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Margaret McAuliffe Obituary
09/02/1938 - 11/08/2024
Margaret T. McAuliffe (Spillane), 86 years old, passed away peacefully at home with family and friends by her side, on Friday, November 8th, 2024 in San Francisco, CA. Devoted wife of Dan (Kiskeam, Co. Cork, Ireland); loving mother of James (Florida); caring mother-in-law to Kristin (Florida); and admired Aunt to the Spillane (Ireland), McAuliffe (Ireland), O'Regan, Sheridan, Baglin, Cronin, and Moriarty families (San Francisco). Margaret was preceded in passing by her brothers: Edward, Jimmy, and Jerry.
Originally from Polladoey, Aughnacliffe, Co. Longford, Ireland, an avid adventurer, Margaret emigrated to the United States in 1959. A truly dynamic force in the National and Local Irish communities, she was an especially proud member of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, where she earned National recognition for her charitable work for many organizations including the Irish Immigration Pastoral Center, the United Irish Cultural Center (founding member), Good Shepherd Gracenter, Rebel Cork Ladies Association, United Irish Societies of San Francisco, the Archdiocese Council of Catholic Women, and Archbishop Riordan High School. Margaret was also an influential member of Saint Philip's Church in Noe Valley for over 40 years. Her legacy will continue to be felt for generations to come as "that's the way Margaret would do it."
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that you make a donation to the Irish Immigration Pastoral Center, United Irish Cultural Center, the Good Shepherd Gracenter, or your charity of choice.
Friends may visit on Friday, November 22, 2024 at Duggan's Serra Mortuary, 500 Westlake Ave, Daly City, from 4-6pm with a Rosary Vigil at 5pm. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, November, 23, 2024 at 1:30pm at St. Philip the Apostle Church, 725 Diamond St, San Francisco, 94114.
The Funeral Mass will be streamed, please visit duggans-serra.com for the link.
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Memories and Condolences
for Margaret McAuliffe
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James Cowen
November 23, 2024
You were always so nice and thoughtful to me when I attended St. Philip school. I will always appreciate how good you were to me and my family.
Mary McSweeney and family Knocknenaugh Kiskeam Co Cork
November 23, 2024
Sincere condolences to Dan , James and all the McAuliffe family in Usa and Ireland . May Margaret's soul rest in peace . From Mary McSweeney and family Knocknenaugh Kiskeam Co Cork
Margaret & John Murphy Boherbue
November 19, 2024
Sincere condolences to Dan James and Kristin at this sad time. May Margaret rest on peace
Sharon Udovich
November 16, 2024
Dear Dan and James
I am so sorry to read of Margaret´s passing. I will always remember that strong Irish lady who always had a smile and kind word God bless her and her big Irish heart.
Mary & Tony McAuliffe Dromtariffe
November 16, 2024
Deepest sympathy to Dan James Kristin and extended McAuliffe family. I'm sure there is a special place for Margaret in Heaven. May she rest in peace
Danny & Betty McElligott (Kerry)
November 16, 2024
Condolences to Dan & family on the passing of Margaret.
Margaret was a lovely lady and a tireless volunteer to every organisation that she was involved in.
Rest in Peace Margaret.
Sr. Marguerite Bartling, RGS
November 15, 2024
We at Good Shepherd Gracenter were honored to have Margaret as a member of our Good Shepherd Guild for many years. She worked tirelessly to help others and was a good friend to all. We will miss her her cheerful personality and her delightful Irish brogue. May she be with Jesus the Good Shepherd who is bringing her home.
Erin Boylan
November 15, 2024
I got to know Margaret thru St Philips. Was a wonderful woman and was so sorry to hear of her passing. She will be remembered for all of the hard work she did for various organizations. Rest in peace.
Patrick S. Aherne
November 14, 2024
Margaret has always been a part of my family memory. I cannot remember a time when I did not know Margaret and Dan. She was a formidable woman. Her influence was great and Maggie, we knew you well. She was certainly one of the notables in my father´s life as the wife of his best friend. RIP, Maggie, you´ve earned your rest.
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