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Robert Geary Obituary
11/22/1939 - 01/26/2025
On a beautiful Sunday afternoon, after 85 years filled with soldiering, teaching, firefighting, crime-stopping, dummy toting, ballot writing, campaign running, body building, stage acting, screen-writing, filmmaking and a VERY short stint in the boxing ring, Bob decided to find more 'sleeping bears to poke' elsewhere. With best friends' hands holding his, he declared himself 'the winner' in a seven year battle with Multiple Myeloma and took his leave.
Born and raised in Oakland California, he graduated from St. Mary's College with a BA in Philosophy/Art (Psychology minor). At the University of San Francisco he obtained his Secondary Teaching Credential and a Master of Arts, Secondary Education. He taught in the San Francisco Unified School District and was a commissioned officer (1st Lt) in the Army Reserve and National Guard.
He served the citizens of San Francisco as a fireman (SFFD)for 6 years and as a policeman (SFPD) for 31 years, where he was a 4 time Medal of Valor recipient. In 1988 he set up a committee, wrote and placed on the ballot Proposition V, saving the Police Mounted Patrol (In existence since 1864). In 1993 he wrote and placed on the ballot Proposition BB (assuring and expanding police officers' judgement in the performance of community policing duties) and keeping his 'dummy' partner, Brendan O'Smarty on the job.
He also was a seven time elected member of the Democratic Central Committee, served two terms on SFPOA Board of Directors, is a 40+ year voting member of the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) and Screen Actors Guild (SAG).
He leaves behind his sister, Patricia Anne Geary; nieces: Theresa Sanchez (Joel) and Colleen Rezentes (Steve); and several great nieces and nephew.
Devoted friends, who were with Bob as he crossed the finish line... Dimitrios 'Jimmy' Prountzos (Georgia) and Loretta Murphy (Patrick).
His friendships were as diverse as was his taste in books...from 'gym rats' to royalty, there was only one compulsory requirement: You better darn well have a sense of humor.
Truly, he was 'One Of A Kind'! '
Friends are invited to visit on Tuesday, February 4th at 4pm and attend a Vigil at 5pm at DUGGAN'S SERRA MORTUARY, 500 Westlake Ave., Daly City. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 5th at 1pm at St Gabriel Church, 2559 40th Ave, San Francisco.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Geary
Sponsored by Duggan's Serra Mortuary - Daly City.
Dan O´Donnell
February 13, 2025
I worked with Bob in the SFPD and the SFFD. He was a good man who helped many. He was truly one of a kind and a man of great principle. We will miss you, Bob. You will be hard to replace.
Dan O´Donnell
Rita Helmkamp Anberg
February 9, 2025
Bob was a neighbor in Oakland. We attended St Cyril´s Elementary School. He was a great dance partner and friend. One of the neighborhood gang.
Don Scheppler
February 7, 2025
Yes , Bob was one of a kind! I had the pleasure of working with him in the SFFF!
George Fogarty (ret.sfpd)
February 6, 2025
I hope the stables has a officer of the month award or a bench with Bob´s name on it to honor one of the best of the (crazy smart) guys you´ll ever meet.
Tom O´Connell
February 5, 2025
My condolences to Bob´s family.
I worked with Bob at Central Station.
Stories about Bob are legendary, as a Policeman and Firefighter. Brendan O´Smarty, Station lineups, Firehouse Stories....
Bob was the `One and Only"!
Bob was an all around `Good Guy´...
Mike Young
February 4, 2025
Unique character... Smart as hell... great sense of humor! So sorry he didn't make 100....
Amy
February 4, 2025
Bob was one of the sweetest man I knew. And I loved his sense of humor and you better be ready to receive as good as you gave.
Bob, I love you with all my heart. You are walking in the valley of peace... Rip see you at Ocean Beach.
Your favorite mermaid.
Mike Puccinelli
February 4, 2025
Rest in Peace, my friend. You were definitely one of a kind and it was my pleasure to have worked with you, Brendan too
Jimmy Antonini
February 3, 2025
Bob Geary Brenden O´smarty. And Jimmy Raggio can now fight over the parking space at the fire hydrant in front of Gino and Carlos and maybe this time Bob will get the ticket. I was also thankful to see Terri and Jimmy Antonini´s beloved Il Triangolo hotel as the backdrop for Bob´s posted photo - long live the citizens of North Beach who make this a special place in the city by the bay.
KATA PATTON
February 2, 2025
Bobby John and his family were neighbors of ours when we were young kids in Oakland, CA.
His parents and he and his Sister Patsy were THE nicest people. They were so very kind to all of us even tho my parents could not speak English very well.
He invited me to his Senior Ball at St. Mary's and we had such a very nice time. He was a most talented dancer.
I treasure the times we spent with him and his family, even tho it was SO many years ago.
He's probably in Heaven cheering everyone and dancing and dropping the mic! Bless you, Bobby John Love, ~Kata
John Scully
February 2, 2025
I will never forget Bob and his sidekick Officer Brendan O´Smartie on the Emerald Society tour of Ireland in 1998. Bob brought many laughs to all of us. Bob was truly a San Francisco character who will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends during this sad time.
Louette
February 2, 2025
Bob Geary...Drop the Mic!
Louette
February 2, 2025
Bob Geary...DROP THE MIC!
Grace
February 2, 2025
To Officer Geary's family and friends,
I did not have the privilege of knowing him, but well remember reading about him and his charming puppet. Thank you for his long service to our City, and for all he contributed.
In prayerful support,
John Wyman
February 2, 2025
To say Bob was one of a kind, would be a huge understatement. Great big heart, and laugh. So many Geary stories, so little time.
Rick Drocco
February 1, 2025
Bob was one of a kind. A gentle soul, kind heart and fun sense of humor.
God bless him and may he rest in peace.
Gary delagnes
February 1, 2025
bob, you were one of a kind. Those who took the time to know you found a great friend with a huge heart . RIP
Steve Balestrieri
February 1, 2025
I first met Bob at West Coast Fitness gym in the Sunset. I don't think anyone had the ability to make me laugh like you did Bob. Rest in peace until we meet again.
May and Tom Barisone
February 1, 2025
We have great memories of Bob when we traveled together to Ireland in 1999 with the SFPD. He was so fun and had us laughing all the time. Thanks Bob
Kevin Phipps SFPD
February 1, 2025
Bob, you were one of a kind and a San Francisco original. RIP
Greg Winters
January 31, 2025
Bob was there when new kids Jim Bloesch and me first suited up at Southern in 1973. Boy did he teach us stuff that the Academy never considered. More than that, Bob was a friend to us and to the world. He was one of a kind and the finest knd at that.
Steven Landi
January 31, 2025
One of the nicest people i met while working for the PD..
RIP Bob
Mickey Griffin
January 31, 2025
I had a great time working with Bob at Central Police Station in the 70's. It was always an adventure working a shift with Bob either in a radio car or on a Beat. I will always remember Bob as one of the historic "Characters" of the SFPD.
John D Hooper
January 31, 2025
I met Bob at Alexs Gym in SF many years ago, He always kept us laughing you never new what he was going to do. Great guy.
Laureen
January 31, 2025
I didn´t know him, but am touched by reading about him on this site. A truly wonderful man. Rest in peace. Sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Sally Casazza Wilhelm
January 31, 2025
I met Him through my late Husband SFPD, Sgt. Bob Fitzer, as well as being a Fan of his when He was on TV or Speaking to press.
One of a kind.
He made a Differance...
kaaren alvarado
January 31, 2025
RIP and thanks.
John Mounier
January 31, 2025
Goodbye to a Good One!
Officer Geary brought respect and dignity to his position as a law enforcement officer. His example lead the community to care for and appreciate his colleagues in Blue.
John Mounier
San Francisco & Los Angeles
Chuck G
January 31, 2025
My condolences to the Family of Mr. Geary. I didn't know him but did see a segment on him some time ago on TV with his Police Officer Doll. Thank you Mr. Geary for your service and a life well lived.
SteveThoma
January 30, 2025
Bob was one of a kind. A good friend and will be missed.
R.I.P. BOB
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