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Thomas Macaluso Obituary
Thomas Charles Macaluso was born on June 28, 1927 and passed away peacefully on December 11, 2021 at the age of 94.
Thomas was preceded in death by his wife Esther May Macaluso. He is survived by his daughters Karen, and Marlene (Dave), sons Richard (Gail), Michael (Deanne), Gary (Rochelle), Stephen (Carolyn), Phillip (Janet), and Thomas (Judy). Tom has Sixteen Grandchildren and 18 Great-grand Children. Brother to Robert, Ronald, and Marilyn.
Thomas was a WWII Navy Veteran; and retired from San Francisco Fire Dept. after 32 years of service last rank as Assistant Chief. He was a member of the Marina North Beach Hall of Fame, and other organizations to numerous to mention.
Family and friends are welcome to attend the viewing on Monday, December 20, 2021 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm with Rosary at 6:00 pm at Duggan's Serra Mortuary in Daly City. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at 11:00 am at St. Gabriel's Church, 2559 40th Ave., San Francisco followed by Internment at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Colma.
Donations to San Francisco Fire Dept. Cancer Prevention Foundation in lieu of flowers.
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Memories and Condolences
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Mike Signori
May 4, 2025
Tom was a good friend. We met at the Pieretti/Benedetti baseball club
Very funny man: miss him.
Russ Geneve
October 21, 2023
Yes, Tom was the last of the 34th Avenue Party Bunch. A great neighbor, great family friend and a great sense of humor. I remember the last words Tom spoke to me. As I was going down the front stairs of the Macaluso's family home after a visit with Tom. Nearing the bottom of the stairs Tom said to me. Don't take any wooden nickels. I turned around and looked at him and I still can see his great smile in my mind to this day.
Couldn't ask for a better family to grow up next to then the Macaluco's. Sorry for missing services for both Esther N Tom. Steve N Gary my very first friends in life. Our folks friendship made our's even that much better. Thanks for all the cherished childhood memories. Your Dad is missed by many.
Russ Geneve
October 21, 2023
Yes, Tom was the last of the 34th Avenue Party Bunch !
A great neighbor, great family friend and a great sense of humor. I remember the last words Tom spoke to me. As I was going down the front stairs of the Macaluso's family home. After a visit with Tom nearing the bottom of the stairs. Tom said, " don't take any wooden nickels ". I turned around and looked at him. I can still see his great smile in my mind to this day.
Couldn't ask for a better family to grow up next to. Sorry I missed services for both Esther N Tom. Steve and Gary my very first friends in life. Our folks friendship made our's even that much better. Thanks for all the cherished childhood memories. Tom will be missed by many.
Oscar Collaço member of St. Gabriel Church
December 24, 2021
For many years I would be 2 pews ahead of Tom, and to be greeted by him at the 8.30 am daily Mass, with his big smile and strong handshake. My condolences to his family. May his soul Rest In Peace.
Dan Dunnigan
December 20, 2021
Sorry for your loss, Chief Macaluso was a great man of service, and his kindness and smile will be missed. Prayers and positive thoughts to his incredible family, may he Rest In Peace.
Susie Mercado
December 20, 2021
I was Tom´s Letter Carrier. Tom always asked how I was and offered the bathroom or something to drink and let me tell you during a Pandemic that was Gold. Rest In Peace
Nick Hontalas
December 20, 2021
To All of the Mac's. My sympathy to you for your loss. Tom was a really good man and has left quite a legacy. May he Rest In Peace.
Aileen Johnston-Scatena
December 18, 2021
Dear Karen & Marlene,
I remember your dad do well. So sorry for your loss. You´re in my thoughts & prayers . Warmly, Aileen
Barbara A Holman
December 18, 2021
Tom is the last of the block's party group.
Now he can join the rest and carry on.
I always enjoyed talking to him.
Sorry I am unable to attend the viewing or funeral.
Barbara
Albert Alioto
December 17, 2021
Rest in peace with your cherished Esther, Tom. God bless your family.
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