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Richard De Palma Obituary

Richard A. De Palma Born November 7, 1938 passed away on October 1, 2011 after a long journey with Alzheimer's. He left this world surrounded by his family and in the comfort of his own home. Richard was the son of the late Antone and Margaret De Palma. Richard spent his entire life in the city he loved, San Francisco and graduated from Sacred Heart High School. He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife Linda Pessano DePalma and his daughter, Jennifer Jordan who, even at 41, was daddy's little girl. Rich was a man without enemies. His easygoing nature and fun loving personality endeared him to all who knew him. A Memorial Mass will be held on the 49th anniversary of his and Linda's wedding day, Friday October 7, 2011 at 11:00 AM at St. Dominic's Church, Bush and Steiner Streets, San Francisco. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in the name of Richard De Palma to the Sons of Italy, Western Foundation, 5051 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94112. McAvoy O'Hara Company 415 668 0077

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Oct. 5 to Oct. 6, 2011.

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Richard Jones

September 29, 2024

Rest in Peace Richard. Thank you for all you have done and for being a great father and husband.

Richard Jones

October 7, 2011

God Bless you Linda and Jennifer. I wish you peace and healing as you celebrate Rich DePalma's life.

Sr. Esther McEgan, RSM

October 6, 2011

Dearest Linda and Jennifer,

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy, prayer, and love on the passing of your beloved Rich. You gave dear Rich a great gift by allowing him to die at home with all of you, his loved ones. Unfortunately, due to work, I cannot attend the funeral Mass - the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary - but I will be with you in thought and prayer.

May God strengthen and console you.

Lovingly,
Sister Esther McEgan, RSM
(formerly of St. Dominic School.)

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