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Tomas Bermejo Obituary

Tomas Bermejo Born Tomas BERMEJO Escobedo, passed away unexpectedly on March 2, 2011 in San Francisco, CA. Born in Yucatan, Mexico on January 13, 1932, Tommy and his beloved wife, Elmy founded Tommy's Mexican Restaurant in 1965. Together with their five children, Elmy, Maria Teresa, Candy, Tomas and Julio, they built a successful family owned restaurant in San Francisco. All five grew up working at Tommy's! Today Tommy's is recognized as the epicenter of Tequila and although still "mom and pop", its reach is global. Aside from his wife of 58 years, his five children, he is survived by Enrique Pacheco, Lily Camarena-Bermejo, Landy Bermejo and Michael Zaczek. His five grandchildren, Enriquito Pacheco, Isabella and Diego Bermejo and James and Julia Zaczek. Mr. and Mrs. Bermejo worked side by side and provided a welcoming atmosphere to all who passed through the door at Tommy's. The family is grateful to all the many guests, who are part of the Tommy's extended family and have sent condolences. Friends may visit Thursday, March 10, 2011 after 10 AM at the Evergreen Mortuary of McAvoy O'Hara Co Geary Blvd. at Tenth Ave, S.F. The Rosary will be at St. Monica's Church at 23rd and Geary Blvd on Thursday at 7 PM. The Funeral Mass will be on Friday at 11 AM also at St. Monica's church. The family asks that in lieu of flowers friends might consider a contribution to St. Monica's Church and School, 470 - 24th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94121. McAVOY O'HARA CO 415-668-0077

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Mar. 7 to Mar. 9, 2011.

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Peter Monsour

April 1, 2011

Our deepest condolences to the Bermejo family on the sudden death of our beloved Tomas. Tommy was warm, funny, charming and a sheer delight. He made every meal there special and made every guest there welcome. He will b sorely missed. What comfort we have is that his spirit lives on through his lovely family and the warm environment he created. We considered Tommy a true friend, we will miss him always.
Via Con Dios Don Tomas. You will always be in our hearts. Our love to your family.

Peter Monsour

April 1, 2011

Our deepest condolences to the Bermejo family on the sudden death of our beloved Tomas. Tommy was warm, funny, charming and a sheer delight. He made every meal there special and made every guest there welcome. He will b sorely missed. What comfort we have is that his spirit lives on through his lovely family and the warm environment he created. We considered Tommy a true friend, we will miss him always.
Via Con Dios Don Tomas. You will always be in our hearts. Our love to your family.

March 19, 2011

Via con Dios, Amigo. No mas trabajo, only paz. The best salsa and chips in the world.
Adios, Bill Walsh since '74

Mike Ryan

March 18, 2011

My sincere condolences to Elmy and the Bermejo family. I remember the first time I walked into Tommy's almost 20 years ago. Tomas greeted us with that wonderful smile and his eyes lit up because somebody was going to enjoy his food. And did we ever! He was a man of great pride, kindness, and very giving in every way. I'll miss the family stories and updates. He was so proud of his family. You will be sorely missed Tomas! Thanks for being there. Your friend, Mike

anna grajeda

March 16, 2011

Dear Bermejo Family, My sincere condolences to all of you. I wish I had known about Tommy's passing because I would have gone to the services. I will always remember him calling me senorita chula. He was so kind and I will miss him. I knew him since the restaurant opened and always went there with my parents. Con todo carino, Anna Grajeda

Rebecca Chapa

March 13, 2011

I miss Tommy. There are no words. Thank you Tommy for being a huge part of my life and for sharing your love.

Chris and Marisa Abraham

March 10, 2011

Senor Tomas will be greatly missed. Always a smile on his face that greated you with warmth and compasion. A great man who along with with his wife turned their passion "food" into a local legend.
Senor Tomas "Tommy's" will live forever.God Bless

Gabriela Herrera

March 10, 2011

Queridos Julio, Doña Elmy, Elmy, Lily: Estoy con ustedes en estos momentos de dolor. Pienso en Don Tomás y clarito recuerdo su característico saludo a JC: "¡Tigrito! ¿Cómo estás?" y su amabilidad para conmigo ("¿Una margarita, señorita?"). Mis pensamientos y mis oraciones están con ustedes. Un abrazo, Gabriela Herrera Martínez (Mérida, Yucatán, México).

Roger Ragusa

March 9, 2011

I have the great pleasure of knowing the entire family and admiring Mr. Bermejo's hard work for all these years. He made it.In my opinion, Tommy's was the anchor restaurant for Geary blvd west, the best. When I was young man I went to school across the street just like all the family. Tom jr. continues to be one of my best friends. Although I live several states apart, my emotions and loving thoughts are with all of them now. I will miss Mr. Bermejo's energy, classic Tommy's smile and a fixture I will never forget. My love to Mrs. Bermejo and all the family.
God Bless, Roger Ragusa

Diana Carr

March 9, 2011

Dear Elmy, Julio, Candy, y familia - our hearts go out to you. We first met all of you in 1989 and have always thought of you as our extended family in San Francisco. We especially remember Tommy's & Elmy's 40th wedding anniversary celebration. Every visit to the restaurant was such a celebration for us. Tommy's beautiful smile & warm greeting will always live in our hearts. Que Dios la bendiga, Elmy.

Diana Cruz Carr y Familia

Cindy Passanisi

March 8, 2011

To the Bermejo Family, our deepest sympathies to you during this difficult time. Tommy always greeted us with a warm smile and a cold beverage on each birthday and holiday we celebrated at Tommy's Restaurant... Easter Sunday's, Mothers Days, etc.. we thank you for sharing your husband and father with us... Tommy will remain close to our hearts and in our prayers. Tom Sweeney and Cindy

Elizabeth Tejada & Family

March 8, 2011

Dear Elmy:

I feel like we lost a member of our own family. You and Tom and all of your family have been a part of our life for at least the last 35 years.
We will miss Tom very much. I'm very happy that he was part of our life.
We send you our love & our sympathy.

Senator Art Torres (Ret.)

March 8, 2011

Dear Elmy, on behalf of the Torres family, we send our deepest regrets on the loss of your wonderful Father. Tommy's will continue to be a legacy long remembered in the history of San Francisco due to your Father's wonderful presence and welcoming to all of us. We will miss him but his memory will be with San Francisco forever. Our love to your Mother and the your family, Carinos, Senator Art Torres (Ret.)

Annie Cho

March 8, 2011

Dear Elmy:
I may be down the coast but I am thinking of you and your family during this trying time. No words can describe the pain and emptiness you feel from your loss. But, I know that you will find the strength to keep your father's memory alive. Forever!
Be well, my friend!!!
Annie

Peter & Suzette LaCivita

March 8, 2011

We will so miss Tommy's greetings, chats, and mischieviousness! Our deepest sympathies to Elmay and family.

Jim, Jan & Jared Boston

March 8, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jennifer & Pat Connolly

March 8, 2011

I've known Tommy & family since I was a small child, so I will always have fond memories of Tommy, telling stories, joking around with my husband, and just generally juggling a million things while making everybody welcome at his restaurant. Our prayers and love for him and his family.

John & Shirley Minjiras

March 8, 2011

Shirley, John, Tom, Andy, Susan, Laurel Minjiras send their deepest sympathy to all of Tommy's family. It was always a warm and friendly experience to visit the restaurant . Our prayers are with all of your family.

Christy Schauf

March 7, 2011

To all the Bermejo family,
Jim and I send our deepest sympathy and condolences. We both will always remember Tommy for his friendly smile, his joy of life, and his welcoming voice whenever we visited the restaurant. Our love and prayers go out to you.
Christy & Jim

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