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Richard Marquez Obituary
Richard D. Marquez, Sr., 69, passed away on Jan. 9, 2014 at his home in Gardnerville, NV with his wife, Mary, six of his children, and two of his grandsons lovingly by his side. Rich was born in San Francisco on Feb 8, 1944 to the late Manuel Jr. and Mary Marquez. He is survived by his brother, Manuel; sisters, Roseanne and Marie; his children, Richard II, Christina, Sonia, Elisa, Ivan, Julie, Des, Eva, and Anna; thirteen grandchildren; and his great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his brother, Robert Sr. Rich was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War. In 1986, he opened his first of three SF bars, 3rd Street Station. He owned Rich's Place with his former wife, Julia and his son, Rich Jr., and owned Rich's Club 93. In NV, he owned Rich's Highway Club. Rich sat on the board of the SF Tavern Pool League. He sponsored and played on multiple teams, winning city and state championships. He helped organize one of the sport's first professional televised tournaments. To all that knew him, he was a vibrant, charismatic character with stories to share and ruckus to stir. Whether family or friend, Rich left us all with memories that live on. A memorial service will be held on his birthday, Feb. 8th at 11am at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1025 Masonic Ave, San Francisco. A memorial pool tournament will be held at a later date. Donations may be made in his honor to the SF VA Medical Center.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Marquez
Ralph F Sutich
January 31, 2022
To Mary And Family And Julia And All Of The Childern Of Rich I Did Not Even Know Rich Passed Away Till I Read This If I Knew I Would Of Been There At The Funeral He Was A Great Friend And A Great Boss To Work For I Worked For Rich Julia And Rich Jr At Richs Place March 1989 To October 1992 Bartended Monday Through Saturday 11:00a.m. Till 4:00p.m. And Swamped The The Bar Monday Through Sunday 2:00a.m.To 6:00a.m. Rich Will Be Missed He Was A Great Guy A Great Friend And A Great Boss My Condolencens Are With Mary Julia And All Of Richs Kids And Grandkids For Strength Peace And Comfort For All Of You I Pray
Henry Mischel
June 21, 2021
Passed through SF in the early 90’s and spent a couple of years playing out of Rich’s Place. Rich left a lasting memory and I have looked back at many wonderful times playing pool at his bar and for his teams. He was a wonderful guy who reached out to an Australian looking for a home.
Sadly missed by his family and those who he touched like me.
RIP
Rob Armstrong
Nick Fortis
January 14, 2021
We miss you Old Friend, some day in the future I will playiing 8 ball up in heaven with you , Sam Runco and I still talk about our times together at Gino and Carlo, at your places. just wanted to let you know we miss you . Nick Fortis
Richard Mezzavilla
January 14, 2021
I miss Rich now more than ever.
Richard Mezzavilla
February 11, 2020
To this very day, I miss Rich almost as much as his family does. I feel privileged to have known him. We had many great times together over the years!
February 6, 2014
We will miss you Rich Thank you for all those great times at Gino & Carlos, and all those great stories that kept us laughing.
Love Nick Fortis and Sam Runco
Anne Toscano
February 6, 2014
Rich, you are in our prayers and thoughts. Love Anne and Henry
Ana Lopez
February 5, 2014
Rich, You leave a hole in our lives and hearts. I have so much to appreciate. You were such a wonderful father to my nieces and nephew. You were also a wonderful cousin to all of us. How could I ever thank you for all of this? Rich, rest in peace in paradise.
Marquez Family
February 5, 2014
Please join us for the Mass in remembrance of Richard D. Marquez Sr. This will be at Saint Agnes Catholic Church, 1025 Masonic Ave. S.F., at 11:00AM on 2/8/14. Reception will follow immediately after at the Lockwood's residence, 42 N. Mayfair Ave. Daly City.
Kendall Hunt
February 4, 2014
RIP my old friend.
Cristal Fennell
February 1, 2014
Thank You For Giving Me & My Fellow Players A Place To Drink, Shoot & Socialize.
Family photo, may you always keep us safe.
Julie Naval
January 28, 2014
Dad,I will always keep you near my HEART. May you continue to watch over all of us from heaven. Every time I see a pool table I think of you and know your GAME. Although I am one out of your children who just never got the GIFT of the table GAME. Miss and love you!!! God has you now, may you always keep us safe.
January 28, 2014
REST IN PEACE.
George Lucas
January 23, 2014
Rich was a very likable man. He had so many interesting stories about the Pool scene. Rich's Club 93 was my home bar when I was playing in the Tavern League. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to his entire family. God Bless...RIP Rich.
Mary Kenniston
January 22, 2014
My condolences to family & friends. The pool world will miss you. RIP, Rich...
Rose Mugnani
January 22, 2014
We miss you already Rich. May you Rest in Peace.
Jeff Armstrong
January 22, 2014
To a true San Franciscan and one of the most original characters that ever racked 'em up! Thanks for the fun you brought into the lives of those who knew you and thank you for your service.
January 22, 2014
Rich was a most interesting fellow ~ his death mades many go through the balance of their life with less. To all who knew him, condolences. frazer edwards
Richard Mezzavilla
January 22, 2014
To Rich's family, You have lost a wonderful husband and father, and I have lost a good friend. I knew Rich for well over twenty years, and I was honored to be able to call him my friend. I will miss him for the rest of my days.
John Harris
January 22, 2014
My heartfelt condolonences to Mary and the children. Rich will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace Old Soldier.
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