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Sean McKenna Obituary
Sean Paul McKenna, age 47, of San Francisco passed away unexpectedly on September 16, 2013. Sean was raised in San Francisco. He graduated from Epiphany elementary ('80), Saint Ignatius College Preparatory ('84) and attended City College of San Francisco. Sean graduated the Stationary Engineer's (Local 39) apprenticeship in 1999 and worked as a Stationary Engineer, a Senior Stationary Engineer and a Chief Engineer for the City and County of San Francisco for over 15 years.
Sean is survived by his children, Anthony Michael (22), Rebecca Shayne (16) and Sara Megan (13). He is also survived by his mother Arleen and brother Kevin. He is predeceased by his father Paul McKenna.
There will be a Memorial Funeral Mass on September 27, 1:30 p.m. at Church of the Epiphany, Vienna and Amazon Sts., San Francisco. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sean McKenna
Diane Sandwell
October 15, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes out to Sean's mother, cousin Arleen, his brother cousin Kevin and his children Anthony, Rebecca, Sara and all his family. I am so sorry ~ what a shock! I still can't believe it. God works in mysterious ways. Sean had bright infectious eyes and a great smile. He was such a handsome man. We spent many hours playing together as kids. We had fun times at all the family gatherings in San Francisco. Sean, you will be missed, may your soul rest in peace now and forever with your dad, Paul, Uncle John, Aunt Mary, Uncle Al, Aunt Angie, Uncle Pat, Uncle Billy, Uncle Tommy, Grandma May Sandwell, George and Gloria Sandwell. God must have needed you now for reason we won't understand. Top of the morning to you Sean, until we meet again. XO
Robin Olson Family
October 5, 2013
Hey Sean,
You and Family are in our thoughts and prayers. We miss you brother.
Becky Simpson
September 30, 2013
Our prayers go out to all the family in this difficult time, Becky, Kilian, and Kiera Simpson
rogie pulmano
September 27, 2013
I am so shock and saddened to find out today that Sean passed away. I have the opportunity to work with Sean when he worked at WWE Southeast Treatment Plant Purchasing Dept. even for a short time. He always have a smile in his face and willing to learn the ropes of the trade. I also got to meet Michele and the kids. Sean, you will be miss.My deepest sympathy and prayers to Michele and the kids and to his mother and brother. Eternal rest grant unto Sean, Oh Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God,rest in peace.Amen.
Lisa Fidler
September 27, 2013
Dear Michele,
After 20yrs together,
you know my heart!
It's been shattered since the morning you called~
It aches for You,
Anthony, Becca & Sara Bear!!
May God Bless Sean's Soul
& provide peace to his loved ones!
I miss you my friend...
>^..^
mike bollier
September 26, 2013
wilma, little willie and family i will miss willie he was a great friend
September 26, 2013
For Sean thoughts are prayers are with you and your family
For Sean McKenna
Maureen McManus
September 26, 2013
My Brother intoduced me to Sean a few weeks back in S.S.F as we listened to music He was warm and kind. I am saddened for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Maureen Ruigomez McManus
Quock Famiy
September 26, 2013
Sean had a passion for Muscle cars, I will always remember going to the collectors toy car shows together. Our deepest sympathy.
Mike Allen
September 25, 2013
I had the opportunity to meet Sean just 5 weeks ago. The Thursday before his passing we had lunch together and he took me to his house to play some music. He was a different man on his piano. I am reminded in his passing that none of us can guarantee tomorrow and that life is a vapor quickly passing by. I am praying for his family and friends during this time of grieving and loss.
September 25, 2013
McKenna Family. We are so sad at Sean's passing. We will always remember the happy summer vacation trips we spent together.
Carol and John Casaccia
Don and Grace Klingler
September 25, 2013
We are so sorry to hear about Sean. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Armando V Gonzales
September 24, 2013
Sean Mckenna was a trained piano player among other things and I would try to play harmonica to his playing. At least twice the music took off in directions that throughly amazed the both of us. We would look at each other after playing and we would start cracking up. Sean would just shrug his shoulders like it was another day at the office. GodSpeed, Lad.
Eileen Curtin (Connolly)
September 23, 2013
I am very sorry for the loss your family has suffered in such a short time. Sending prayers!
September 23, 2013
McKenna Family, Michelle & Kids....so sorry for your loss, may he rest in peace.
The Shih Family
Frank Aguerre & Family
September 22, 2013
Michele, Anthony, Becca and Sara: The memories we all hold of Sean will always be near to us. Don't forget that during this trying time. We love you guys.
Michele Magni
September 22, 2013
I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Sean. Keep the good memories in your mind always.
September 22, 2013
To the entire McKenna Family we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Sean. To Michele and the kids, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony, Gina, and Tyler Aguerre
Dawnette Tello
September 22, 2013
I am deeply saddened by this news! God must have needed Seans help, for he only calls the best home to him. He was a great soccer coach to my daughter & called her back to the team even if she sat on the field & picked flowers during the game. He will be missed by many! My condolences to Michele,
Anthony, Rebecca, Sara & the rest of the family! May he rest in peace
Mario Fernando
September 22, 2013
I haven't seen Sean since we where classmates at SI, but I remember how he was always smiling, and kind towards others. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Rest in peace.
Esau Faleafine
September 22, 2013
Michele, Anthony, Rebecca n Sarah, We pray that the Lord give you comfort at this time. We're so sorry for the loss. We will keep you sll in our prayers.......Esau, Lai, Nara, Josef n Beeanna.
Karen (Saitz) Miller
September 21, 2013
So sorry to hear about Sean. Our thoughts and prayers are with his Mom, Kevin and his family.
Tamara Blair Family
September 21, 2013
Michele, Anthony, Rebecca, and Sara, We are so sorry for your loss. Things like this are never easy, hang in there.
Judianne
September 21, 2013
Just sitting here & thinking how we just don't know....
It's been a lifetime since we were all teenagers running around & being silly. Those are the memories of Sean that will live in my heart.
Sending out prayers & PVs that you find comfort and strength in each other. Sean was a good & caring person. His memory is forever etched on the hearts of those he loved.
Diana Garcia
September 21, 2013
I met Sean over 20 years ago when he was my son's pre-school teacher. As the only male teacher, he knew how to deal with my very active boy. We kept in touch through our employment with the City of SF. I am in shock! Sean, my friend, thank you and rest in peace!
Kathleen Vassmer
September 20, 2013
I still see his smiling face in the halls at Epiphany, he always stood out in the crowd, literally. ;) My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
James Lunsford
September 20, 2013
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Roger de Souza
September 20, 2013
Though I have not seen Sean for quite sometime, I will always recall the positive/fun times we had at SI . May he rest in peace. Many prayers to his family during this difficult time.
Don Waits
September 20, 2013
I am so saddened to see this. I met Sean when I superised him as a volunteer, when I was the Lead Teacher at SFUSD Campus Children's Center at City College. He was wonderful young man of 19 then, and we all loved him there. I saw him at Sears down the peninsula more than 20 years ago, and he told me he was married with a child then. My deepest condolences go to you, his loved ones, on his loss. Sincerely, Don Waits
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