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Peter O'Sullivan Obituary

Peter M. O'Sullivan
May 20,1930 - December 18,2021
Born in County Limerick, Ireland, son of Christopher and Johanna (O'Driscoll); raised on the family farm in Kilmallock; immigrated to the United States in 1956, settling in San Francisco. 40 year employee of the Veterans Administration; active to the end; there wasn't a garage sale he passed up.
Preceded in death by his children, Brendan and Sally. Survived by Serena, beloved wife of 61 years, children, Chris (Michele), Mimi (Bill), Tim (Janine); grandson, Sean (Anny); great-grandson, Andre. Also survived by three sisters and a brother in Ireland and many nieces and nephews here and abroad.
RIP 'Mayor of Sherwood Forest'
Memorial Mass Sat Jan 8; 11am St Brendan Church, 29 Rockaway Ave, San Francisco, CA 94127
Family requests no flowers. Unvaccinated Unwelcome
Private family interment after mass at Holy Cross.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Dec. 23 to Dec. 26, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter O'Sullivan

15 Entries

Allan Alfonso

December 19, 2023

He was my first Boss at the VA and was my IRISH LUCK. Very GOOD MAN. He would love the donuts I always brought in on Thursdays for the group. Love the man.

Kaz

January 24, 2022

Precious memories of volunteering with Peter at a food pantry in Diamond Heights, San Francisco. He was a humorous and lovely "James Bond" who was in charge of fruits; always considerate and generous to everyone, especially to young ladies -- extra apples with a wink. Peter, may your soul rest in peace.

From Diamond Heights, not Russia, with love,

Wendy Joseph - Blithe

January 8, 2022

Serena and Family.
With deepest sympathy. Peter was a wonderful, fun, funny, caring person. Peter always had a smile on his face, and loved playing tennis. he liked to tease me when we were kids growing up on Starlit Cir. Peter you will be greatly missed. Hope that you are having fun Garage selling and playing Tennis and being your funny self. Rest in Peace Wendy Joseph - Blithe

allan m alfonso

January 5, 2022

my condolence to the passing of Peter. He was my first supervisor with the VA Loan Guaranty division. My best memory of him is when i would bring donuts every friday for the crew, and Peter loved the donuts. I will miss him.

Mitch and Deb

January 2, 2022

We will miss visiting with Peter in Villa Grande. He was a wonderful, funny man who enriched our lives. Mitch will miss cruising with Peter in the golf cart and their frequent phone conversations, full of laughter. Rest in peace dear Peter.

Ronald Bandar - His Main Tennis Partner

December 31, 2021

We have Been tennis buddies for close to 40 years and I always enjoyed his company and practice. We would joke and talk about current events I will always hold a place in my heart for him. Peter always said to me we don´t know the day nor the hour, referring to our own mortality. Some day I hope to see him again, as it would be a blast. Ron

Isabelle

December 31, 2021

I will miss Peter and his antics on the tennis court and being an all-around Rock Star! He teased me relentlessly for being a 49er Faithful and I loved every minute of it! Rest in Paradise, Peter. You will be missed.

Erin McKinney and Jay Smith

December 29, 2021

Serena and Family, we loved Peter dearly. I will always fondly remember visits with Peter in Villa Grande, and how he'd ride his bike to Guerneville in his 80s. Always had a word of advice and friendship. He will be very missed up here by all his River friends.

William Wright

December 29, 2021

When someone we love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. I will miss our regular phone calls and the times when you visited AZ. My lifetime friend. A treasure in my life. You will be missed.

nina c. radisch

December 27, 2021

Dear Serena,
Please receive my deepest sympathy on the recent death of your husband Peter. I read his obit. yesterday in the Chronicle. What a loving wonderful man! My prayers and love are with you and all your family. Take good care of yourself. Nina Concannon Radisch

Teresa McGinn

December 26, 2021

We're so sorry to hear Peter has passed. Gerry and I enjoyed his stories and friendship.

Eric Jacobs

December 26, 2021

i always enjoyed chatting with Peter when I walked my dog down Landsdale. He was a kind, sweet gentleman. Not many like him. .

Mary Daly Murphy

December 25, 2021

Liam and I extend our sincere sympathy to Serena and the extended O Sullivan family at the passing of Peter. We have fond memories of his warm company.

Holland & Hilarie

December 24, 2021

We will miss Peter´s visits to our house during his daily walks these last few years. Always amazed he was able to make it up the hill to the top of Robinhood Drive. Cheers to Mr Mayor.

kaaren alvarado

December 23, 2021

i met you with ina and john. what a wonderful time for a trip to heaven - enjoy the celebration. my love and prayers to the family. God bless all of us.

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