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Thomas Rosas Obituary
Tom attended Saint Paul of the Shipwreck and South San Francisco High School. He began his professional career with Rosas Construction Company as an Operating Engineer. He enlisted in the Army in 1970 and served two tours in Vietnam. When he returned he continued as an Operating Engineer, later founding TR Backhoe Service. He developed various sites throughout the Bay Area over the 20 years he owned the company. He became a General Contractor and acquired GMI Construction. One of the highlights of his GMI career was the restoration of the Berryessa Adobe in Santa Clara which dated from the 1840's.
Outside of work, Tom was an avid horseman and cowboy. He roped competitively and enjoyed working on farms and ranches. He stabled his horses at the Inderbitzen Ranch where he made lasting friendships. He inspired others with his deep love of horses and equine sports. He loved country music and played the guitar. He was community minded and served on the Samaritan House Board in early 2000.
He is survived by his wife, Joan; his sons, Christopher, James (wife Julie) and Alexis; his grandchildren, Samuel, David, Daniel, Nathaniel and Christiana; his mother, Mildred and his siblings, Daniel, Rebecca and Angel. Tom was preceded in death by his father Tino and sister Elizabeth.
Tom will be remembered for his generous, kind and outgoing spirit. He loved to meet and visit with people and enjoyed nothing better than laughing over a good story. He lived his life with integrity, was beloved by many and will be deeply missed.
Public viewing will be at Duggan's Serra Mortuary at 500 Westlake Avenue, Daly City on Thursday, December 4 between 5:00 and 9:00 p.m. Rosary at 7:00. Funeral services at Holy Angels, 107 San Pedro Road, Colma on Friday, December 5 at 10:30 a.m. Internment following the service at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Rosas
Jorge ramirez
December 11, 2014
Tommy was a very genuine man since the day i met him. I met him at the ranch in Livermore and he gave me a couple lessons on horse riding. He never got the chance to meet his new nephew Jionni. I wanted my sons to grow up on the ranch with Tommy in the summers with Selena...Tommy, you will truly be missed brother, Que descanse en paz. --Familia Ramirez/Bernal
Jamie Selvitella Harris
December 7, 2014
Becca I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories be comforting to you and your family . You are all in my prayers.
John and linda Ochoa
December 6, 2014
I met Tom at a branding in Brentwood. I saw how much he liked being a cowboy and invited him up to Cedarville to drive cattle out of Nevada for the Stevenson ranch. Tom was hooked! He loved roping the calves, driving cattle, chasing wild mustangs, and playing his guitar at the end of the drive. He will be greatly missed on the trail and as a good friend.
Debbie Knight
December 6, 2014
Dear Becca, So sorry to hear about Tom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kathy Robbins
December 6, 2014
Dearest Becca and Family, I am So Sorry to hear about your brother!! Big Hugs. Love, Kathy Robbins (Orlando)
Marilyn Sunia
December 5, 2014
Rebecca,
With my deepest condolences for the loss of your brother.
Love, Marilyn
Mary Cherolis-Machado
December 5, 2014
Dear Rebecca, So sorry to hear about Tommy. He was a wonderful man. He will be missed by all. Condolences to the family. Love Mary
David and Rosie Issel
December 4, 2014
David and I will miss Tom a lot. His warm heart, his sense of humor, his willingness to help out whenever he could. We so enjoyed our times together. He was truly the nicest guy you would ever meet.
Barbara Rouse
December 4, 2014
My sincere sadness to Tom's family. Such beautiful memories from the SSF school and neighborhood family. I remember his great smile and so kind. A truly beautiful person inside and out. My thoughts are with his Wife, Children, Grandchildren, Mother, Sister and Family.
Angela Tarantino
December 4, 2014
How very sad for his wife and all his family. I went to grammar school with Tom and he remained a very good family friend. He has always been a kind, loving and caring person--he will be missed. May God help you through your pain and may his wonderful memories fill your void. You will be in our prayers.
December 4, 2014
My heart goes out to you, Joan, and your entire family. May you be comforted by the deep love you had for one another. Much love, Debi Fernandez
Leslie and Frank Lohmeier
December 4, 2014
Frank and i were so saddend to hear this news. We know how much you enriched each other's lives, Joan. Stay strong as you battle your grief. We love you.
Mike and Marilynn Waggy
December 4, 2014
Heartfelt condolences to Joan and family. We will miss Tom beyond measure.
tony gomez
December 3, 2014
Thomas will be missed. I remember Tom in the early days when we used to take karate. At Wongs karate gung fu. Tom is one hell of a nice guy. I just lost a true friend and I don't have very many friends. My condolences go out to his mother. Brothers and sister. His wife and kids grandkids. We're all going to miss the laughs and hugs every time we met. So long my friend we will meet up again. And have some stories to tell each other. ??
Kathy Catalano
December 3, 2014
Angels are watching over you
Wings wrapped gently around you,
Whispering you are loved and blessed.
.... Angel Blessing
My heartfelt sympathies, Joan to you and your family. Tom is loved, as you are loved.
Tom Ledford
December 3, 2014
Tom and I roped together,we were going to win the world,I am so sorry he i saddled so soon
john sekulich
December 3, 2014
tom is a cow boy and a good man he will be at the rodeo in the sky JOHN SEKULICH and old friend
December 3, 2014
Met Tom when he did contract work for the school district while Joan was Principal at Fiesta Gardens. Watched them both grow in their beautiful and loving marriage. Regrets to the Rosas family for your loss. May the loving memories bring you peace.
john sekulich
December 3, 2014
tom is good man and cowboy. i am a friend from days gone by.he will be at the rodeo in the sky good by my friend john sekulich
Juanita Gomez Radford
December 3, 2014
My prayers and condolences go out to Tom's family. He was taken too soon and I know he will be missed. I went to school in SSF and Tom was a good friend to my brother and our family. I will always remember his genuine smile.
Tom & Keno Sorting at Inderbitzen Ranch
Christy Bertoldo
December 3, 2014
Lidia Montano
December 3, 2014
God our Father,
Your power brings us to birth,
Your providence guides our lives,
and by Your command we return to dust.
Lord, those who die still live in Your presence,
their lives change but do not end.
In company with Christ,
Who died and now lives,
may Thomas rejoice in Your kingdom,
where all our tears are wiped away.
Unite us together again in one family,
to sing Your praise forever and ever.
Amen. "Catholic.org"
Sal and Sandi Madrigal
December 3, 2014
So very sorry for the loss of this generous, kind and funny man.
Carolyn Gibbs
December 3, 2014
So very sad at your loss. Met Tom at Kutchera's Ranch in Brentwood. He was a joy to be around and share lots of laughs. Met Joan when she would come out with Tom to the ranch.
Carolyn Gibbs
December 3, 2014
So very sad at your loss. Met Tom at Kutchera's Ranch in Brentwood. He was a joy to be around and share lots of laughs. Met Joan when she would come out with Tom to the ranch. He has left many memories for his family to enjoy and keep him close in their hearts. He will missed by all his horse friends as well. Happy trails, Tom.
Christy Bertoldo
December 3, 2014
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Rosas family. Tom was a very special friend and fellow horseman. We enjoyed many memorable times at the ranch, riding and sorting cattle. Tom's memory will be forever in our hearts, and we will miss him.
Amy Weisbrod
December 3, 2014
My condolences on your loss. I'm a friend of Anne Phelps in Denver. I have heard many great stories about Tom and Joan.
Linda Young
December 2, 2014
Tom was very kind, down to earth and a true gentleman. He had a wonderful laugh and was a welcoming gracious host. I was lucky to have enjoyed two holiday celebrations with him and his wife, Joan. And, in meeting him the first time, I knew instantly that he was a special person. My heart goes out to Joan and the family.
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