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Michael Durkan Memoriam

Michael Francis Durkan
May 19, 1952 - January 23, 2015
On your 10th Anniversary, we miss you today and every day.
A young man from County Mayo came to San Francisco, seeking a new start.
He met a girl named Mary, and she captured his heart.
Thirty-two years of love and joy, with three kids, back to back.
Hard work, kindness, music, golf - he sure did love the craic.
Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same.
We're grateful for the years we had and proud to carry on his name.
- Your loving family

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

Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Jan. 18 to Jan. 21, 2025.

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John Hagan

January 26, 2025

Mike Durkan. A lovely man. Hard to believe it is 10 years already . May he Rest in Peace.

John Hagan
Donegal and San Francisco

Carmel Dunne

January 24, 2025

Rip Michael, we talk about you all the time. Great memories. Thinking of your family. Carmel and Joe, Swinford

Billy Durkan and family.

January 21, 2025

Always in our thoughts miss you very much.

kathleen taylor

January 20, 2025

A beautiful sentiment to a great husband and father. He would be so proud of his children and grandchildren.

Karen Mcdonald

January 20, 2025

Beautiful remembrance, he is remembered fondly.

Sheila Birmingham

January 20, 2025

Lovely remembrance and photo with a twinkle in his eye. You were one of the good ones. You are missed and will never be forgotten. Love you Mike.

Anonymous

January 19, 2025

A friend to all.
A smile that couldn“t be beat.

Susan and Albert Alioto

January 19, 2025

Always remembered. Always cherished.

Sean B

January 19, 2025

We miss you Mike, Rest in peace

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