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Martin Bastiani Obituary
Friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at St. Dominic Catholic Church 2390 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94115 on Friday June 19, 2015 at 1:30 PM immediately followed by the Committal Service also at St. Dominic Church Columbarium. A reception will follow in St. Dominic's Hall after committal.
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Patrick Cadigan
June 10, 2022
God Bless Marty, always the Gentleman!
Judith Garvey
June 10, 2020
Still visit Marty and say a prayer every visit to St. Dominics. Rest In Peace Marty. You are in good company.
Nordine//Raymond Buckley
June 11, 2019
Remembering the good times at the College of Marin with Bob V, Al Dineri and a few of the SF gang hope the crazy times were fun
Roger Battaglia
June 11, 2019
I have nothing but great memories of Marty and his Mom and Dad, and this goes way, way back to Bastiani's Pharmacy at Divisadero and Chestnut in San Francisco. Marty was a true gentleman, a true family man, and a great cop.
William Kidd
June 10, 2019
Great memories of a great guy. Rest in peace
September 3, 2015
A true gentleman and fantastic cop. It was a pleasure to have met and known him.
Eileen Burke (Joe Burke's daughter)
August 8, 2015
A class act; an extraordinary gentleman;the best at political bantering;amazing husband and father; dear, dear beloved friend. We will miss you but always remember you with love and will savor fond memories. Marcy and Annalisa.......we love you and will always be here if you need us.
Judge David Hagen and Peggy Sullivan and Brian, Katy, and Colleen
July 7, 2015
Marty, sad to see you go. You were always a voice of comfort at work.
You are now at that big hockey ring in the sky.
Dave Albright
June 29, 2015
Marcy and Annalisa - I was saddened to learn of Marty's passing. My late husband, Richard Bechelli, thought the world of him and fondly remembered that famous drug store with the soda fountain. It was a Marina landmark. My prayers are with you. Marty will long be remembered not only for his service with the SFPD but for his outgoing and friendly style.
God bless you all.
Barbara Bechelli
Paul Rapicavoli
June 23, 2015
I used to see Marty everyday at the Hall of Justice. I always addressed him as Inspector, out of respect, and he always corrected me and said to call him "Marty", but I never could. A true class act from the Good Old Days of San Francisco. Rest easy, Inspector. You will be missed by many.
Linda Walker
June 22, 2015
Dear Marcy,
Ralph and I were so sorry to hear about Marty's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Annalisa. We have so many wonderful memories of being with you and Marty over the years. He was such a fine man, husband and father. Love, Linda and Ralph Walker
dr. steven sloan
June 21, 2015
Marcy and Annalisa,
I'm sorry to hear of your Marty's passing. Although I never had the honor of meeting him, I've learned he was a truly beautiful and loving soul who lived a life of integrity, dedication to family and service to our community. Please let me know if there is anything I can ever do for you. Our prayers are with you today and always,
Dr. Steve Sloan
June 19, 2015
A famously kind and compassionate police officer and dear friend for over 60 years.
Bill Newsom.
June 19, 2015
Our love and prayers go out to the entire family. We love you Marty!
Love,
Brenda and Sean McCrea
June 19, 2015
Class act. No other way to say it.
J.Monroe
Adrian Ivancevich
June 18, 2015
Truly one of the kindest and most decent persons I have ever had the pleasure to deal with...personally and professionally.
June 18, 2015
We wish we could attend the service. You and Marcy are in our prayers and daily thoughts. Have courage and take the time you need to heal. Love to you! Emily, Per, M M and P
Jim Pera
June 18, 2015
RIP, Marty. You were truly one of the best cops and nicest individuals I ever had the privilege to know in my many years in the SFPD.
My condolences to the Bastiani family. Marty was a great man.
June 18, 2015
Annalisa: Sending love and prayers to you and your Mom. What a huge loss for all San Franciscans - a good and wonderful man.
Anne Farrah
June 18, 2015
A very special man and a great loss. My condolences to all of Marty's Family.
Pat Celaya
Susie McFarland
June 18, 2015
He was such a wonderful man, he always said "Hello" in the hallway when I saw him. So sorry to the family for their loss of such a wonderful man!
Anna Brown
June 18, 2015
Marty was such a gentleman. It was great to have worked with him. My condolences to the family.
June 18, 2015
Condolences to Mrs.Bastiani and daughter
Annalisa for the loss of one terrific fellow and
great friend. Herman & Gail Papa
Pete Siragusa
June 18, 2015
Marty will be truly missed. I enjoyed working along side of Marty in Sex Crimes and we bantered always about St. Ignatius and Sacred Heart. He was one of a kind. Unfortunately I can not make the services, but will be thinking of you and your family.
God bless you Marty
Judith Garvey
June 18, 2015
I am truly sad to read about Marty and surprised as it seems like it was just yesterday that I saw him either at the Hall or at another funeral. Marty was one of the nicest inspectors at the HOJ who was so helpful in answering all of my questions on cases. He would always drop whatever he was doing to assist. I am glad I had the opportunity to work with him as he is a legend and a really good man. I just hope he was able to enjoy some of his retirement as it seemed he was always working!
June 18, 2015
When there are no words to soften the pain, may your spirit be touched by the love that surrounds you and your fondest memories of Martin.
Condolences to the Bastiani family.
-The San Francisco Police Museum, Archives & Learning Center
www.sanfranciscopolicemuseum.org
June 18, 2015
Our deepest condolences, Marcy and Annalisa. Marty was legendary to folks everywhere: in the Marina, in North Beach, at SFPD, our "Scoutmaster" at Sexual Assault Detail and beyond. I have met officers throughout California who had met and fondly remembered Marty and would ask about him. He will be sorely missed but remembered for a long, long time.
The William Kidd Family
Al Casciato
June 18, 2015
I am so fortunate to have known Marty a truly fine gentleman. On November 4, 2010 we both sat with a Story Corps producer who wanted to interview two long time officers about San Francisco. Needless to say Marty dominated the interview because he was San Francisco. He will be truly missed.
frank lee
June 17, 2015
marty was a nice guy and a legendary police inspector. it was an honor to work with him at sex crimes for 7 years. RIP my friend.
Maggie Ortelle
June 17, 2015
Marcy and Family,
My deepest condolences on the loss of a terrific guy. He made a lasting impression on the SFPD.
Donna Loftus
June 17, 2015
Marty, I am lucky to have known you. I am proud to have called you my friend, although you always felt more like family. My condolences to Marcy and Annalisa. He was a good man and will be missed.
Donna Loftus
June 17, 2015
Marty, I was lucky to know you. I am proud to have called you my friend, but actually you always felt like family. Rest in Peace Marty. You will be missed.
Patrick Cadigan
June 17, 2015
I had the pleasure of working with Marty for a few years. He always had a good joke or something nice to say. Never a bad word or ill comment.
He was ALWAYS sharply dressed and well groomed.
I remember Marty would come to GW and try to argue the case was ours.
We always loved seeing Marty.
God Bless you my friend.
May the Choirs of Angels take Thee to Thy Rest
Gary Constantine
June 17, 2015
Truly one of the Good Guys, and I enjoyed listening to him tell me about the Old days in the Department. May you rest in peace, Marty
June 17, 2015
Rest in peace Brother.
John Kranci, SFPD, SOLO M/C, (Ret.)
June 17, 2015
A friend and buddy for many years since high school College of Marin Had many laugh together with Paul and Bob going to miss you. Sorry for your loss Marcy and Annalisa Ray Buckley and family
KC
June 17, 2015
RIP Marty, A great cop and very respected man..
June 17, 2015
Marty, a true friend since 1948. Rest in peace. My condolences to Marcy & Annalisa.
Paul Torrente & Family.
June 17, 2015
I am thinking of you Annalisa. I read your father's obituary and he was a wonderful man. Shane Briant
Robin Matthews
June 17, 2015
SO sorry to hear of Marty's death. He was an icon in the San Francisco Police Department and was a real sweetheart. He'll very much be missed.
Sandi Bargioni
June 17, 2015
Marty was another one of those cops that I knew my entire career. Always a gentleman, with a kind word for everyone. I only wish he had more time to enjoy his retirement. Thoughts and great memories go to Marcy, and his entire family. Just a great guy.
Sandi Daly Bargioni, SFPD Retired
Dan Leydon
June 17, 2015
Rest in peace, Marty. Your fifty five years of service was an incredible accomplishment. My condolences to Marcy and Annalisa.
Milt Mulligan
June 17, 2015
Having known you since 1944 I now realize what an impact you had on so many people. God Bless.
June 17, 2015
We lost another great San Franciscan. Marty was a loyal friend and we will miss seeing him at the SFIAC dinners. Give Paul, Bob, and Tom Vigo a big hug for us Marty. You and your family are in our prayers. Much, much love from the Vigo family.
Jere Williams
June 17, 2015
Marty, you were a gentleman and you will be sorely missed. God bless you
June 17, 2015
Marty set the example for all of us in dedication to public service and with that essential personal dimension so often missed. God bless you and Marcy and Annalisa. Dan and Anne Malone in Williamsburg Virginia.
June 17, 2015
Bastiani Family. We are so sorry for your loss. If you need anything, please let us know. Love, Tommy and Larry
Bill Hamilton
June 17, 2015
We will all miss you Marty. My sincere condolences to the Bastiani Family
Augie and Enza Nevolo & Family
June 17, 2015
Marcy and Annalisa we are so sorry to hear of Marty's passing, he was a wonderful friend and neighbor. It seems like only yesterday when both of our families moved in to our homes so many years ago and introduced ourselves to each other. We will always cherish the fond memories of Marty and of the time we shared together.
Marty was always willing to help and look out for us and our kids and to help us in any way that he could. He will be missed by all of us.
Our thoughts and prayers are with both of you and Jeannette during this difficult time.
Enza, Augie and Family
Daniel Dobleman
June 17, 2015
You will be missed by everyone. God Bless, and may you rest in peace.
Dan & Glorinda Dobleman
Lynette Hogue
June 17, 2015
A true icon of the SFPD, who will be missed by so many! Rest in Peace Marty.
Sr. Esther Mc Egan, RSM
June 17, 2015
Because of my Cathedral Homebound Ministry, I read the obits. each AM. What a shock to see dear Marty's name! May he rest in peace.
Marcy and Annalisa, I send you all my prayers and love at this time. I will place dear Marty's name on our Cathedral weekend Mass Prayer List, and on our bulletin Beloved Deceased list as well. Since I work here each day, unfortunately I will not be able to attend the Funeral Mass, but I will remember you both and your whole family at our Friday Cathedral Mass.
With my love, prayer, and heartfelt sympathy,
Sister Esther Mc Egan, RSM
Rudy Zannini
June 17, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Bastiani family during this difficult time. A good friend and classmate these many years. Rest in peace Marty.
Mike Puccinelli
June 17, 2015
My condolences to the Bastiani family. Marty was truly one of the good guys.
Mitch Lang
June 17, 2015
A true gentleman. You will be missed by all those who knew you. Your family is in our prayers.
Rod Nakanishi
June 17, 2015
You always put a smile on my face the two years we sat next to each other in the Bureau! Thanks Marty
June 16, 2015
What a man he was. Thinking of you all. Sending love, angels, and healing.
Xo Terri Bondanza Lavin
Deanna McKenzie
June 16, 2015
My other dad. Your family is in my prayers, always.
Phil Dito
June 16, 2015
I will miss you Marty. My thoughts and prayers are with you Marcy and Annalisa.
Roger Battaglia
June 16, 2015
A great man and a wonderful human being. We'll all miss you, Marty.
Mrs. Renzo Panelli
June 16, 2015
A perfect example of a Marina gentleman of the '30s generation.
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