Thomas Doonan Obituary

Thomas Robert Doonan

Passed from this life July 19, 2015, at his home in Napa, surrounded by his family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife and cherished soul mate of 53 years, Beverly, their sons Jeffrey and Scott and Diem, his daughter-in-law.

Son of the late Robert & Rosemary Doonan, beloved brother of Eleanor Nelson, Rose Marie O'Leary and the late Barbara Houlihan and Frank Doonan.

Tom was born and raised in San Francisco's Mission District and graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1957. He was past President of the Old Timers Baseball Association of San Francisco.

Tom's loving and gentle spirit as well as his humor were evident at every occasion. He will be missed by all his family and friends. Per Tom's wishes, no services will be held.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Jul. 23 to Jul. 26, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Doonan

15 Entries

Dennis & Bobbi Fauss

August 14, 2023

Bev- We can't believe it's been over 8-years since we lost Tom. He was a lifetime friend. I first got to know Tom in the 4th or5th grade when we were in the Boy Scouts at Mission Dolores. We had many fun times. Bobbi and I remember our famous trip to England,Ireland ,Scotland and Wales where we had a great time. Also the 4th of July parties at your home in Napa. I think of Tom often and know he is looking down from up above with the big guy. Love to you always.

Dennis & Bobbi Fauss

Paula Schenck

August 12, 2023

So sorry, love to you and your family, Paula Schenck

Jessica Z

September 24, 2015

Beverly, Jeff & Scott,
My heart goes out to you. I just learned of Tom's passing. He was a wonderful man with a big heart. I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending you my condolences and prayers.

Tad Davis

July 30, 2015

Dear Beverly and my old buddy Jeff:

I just heard today of Tom's passing today. He was such a nice guy and was always very warm & welcoming when I was over there. I fondly remember a few scout camping trips when I was younger with Tom & Jeff, and then some fun times later on. I stayed over there quite a bit in 1983-84, and Tom was always so welcoming. He had a funny sense of humor too. I could tell the father/son stuff was really important to him, and how much he loved his family. Just a really good guy who I fondly remember. I miss my old buddy Jeff and hopes he's doing well, as is the whole family. There were few families I encountered as nice as you guys. Lots of love ... Tom will always be fondly remembered.

Love, Tad

July 28, 2015

Dear Bev & family. Tom was a lifelong friend and he will be greatly missed. I miss his sense of humor and friendship. God bless the Doonan family in this time of sorrow.

Love Den & Bobbi fauss & family

Jim Tubridy

July 27, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bev and the Doonan family. Tom was a good friend and neighbor we'll always remember fondly.

July 26, 2015

Dear Bev and family, we are so sorry to read about Tom's passing we have some wonderful memories from our Serramonte days our prayers are with you. Ray and Debbie Valentino

Toni

July 25, 2015

Dear Beverly and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was always so very kind to Uncle Frank and I. We will miss him. Our prayers and love go out to you, Rose and all the family.

Dave Longa

July 24, 2015

My condolences to the Doonan Family. Tom was a friendly and great person to be around. I learned how to be a great President in the San Francisco Baseball Old Timers. He will surely be missed, I know that Tom is looking down on all of us with a big smile.

July 24, 2015

Dear Beverly and family, I am sorry to hear about the death of Tom. We were classmates at Mission Dolores. The McGuire family lived at 16th St. between Dolores and Guerrero and the Doonans lived on Guerrero between 16th and 15th; so, just around the corner. I remember visiting their house one Saturday morning, hoping to go to a movie with Tom. However, Tom's father had everybody doing chores before they could leave the house. First things first. Later I came to reconnect with his mother when I became pastor of Most Holy Redeemer Parish and with his sister Rosemary who lived in the neighboring parish. One very happy moment for me was when Tom and fellow classmate Bill Curran invited me to be an honorary member of their graduating class 50th anniversary from Sacred Heart High School. It was a great honor for me that they included me in that way. My prayers go with you and all the family. May he rest in peace. Fr. Tony McGuire

July 24, 2015

Tom Mist you Steve Stanich S H 57

Nick Poppin

July 24, 2015

My condolences to Tom's family and friends. I knew Tom from the SF Old-Timers and also played baseball against him when he was in Japan through the military.
A great guy who will be missed.

Joe and Julie (Fontana) Collins

July 23, 2015

Dear Bev and Family, We are so sorry to learn of Tom's passing. You know how dearly we cared for our life-long friend and the joy that he and his Sacred Heart/Mission Dolores pals shared when they all got together. Prayers to you and Tom's family.

Phil Farrelly

July 23, 2015

Dear Beverly and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss and all of our loss of Tom. I have many memories of Tom starting with the Holy Family Day Home and going forward thru Mission Dolores to Sacred Heart High School.
I enjoyed his wit (most of the time ;) and he will be missed to say the least.

Call if you wish to talk,

Love,

Phil Farrelly and Family

Rosie Horan

July 23, 2015

Beverly and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I'm so glad to have known Tom, and I so enjoyed the periodic phone conversations with him about the '57 class news updates and how he looked forward to working with Bill Curren on the '57 luncheons. Tom was just the nicest person and I know he will be greatly missed.

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