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William Cody Obituary
May 19, 1954 -
Dec. 5, 2013
Attended St. Emydius '68, Archbishop Riordan '72, UC Berkeley '77
Survived by his loving wife, Michelle; his sons Will and Sean; sister Carol Petersen (John) nephews Chris, Mike, Pat Petersen (Amy) and Tom Petersen (Anabelle); great nieces Cate and Louisa; great nephews Vance, Andy and Lucas; dear mother-in-law Olga Cleary and sister-in-law Patty Yaworsky (Dan); many relatives and friends.
Passionate rugby player for UC Berkeley, the Old Blues, Barbary Coast and Golden Gate rugby teams.
Proud SF firefighter since 1980, retired as Inspector 2010 after 30 yrs. of service.
Married his high school sweetheart in 1986 after a 16 yr. courtship.
Avid Giants, 49er, Cal Bear fan and any game of rugby.
One of his greatest joys was coaching his sons in soccer and rugby and watching them play rugby for Golden Gate Rugby Club. Also loved to play golf.
Memorial Mass at St. Monica's Church, 24th Ave./Geary Blvd., San Francisco, Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013 at 11 am. Reception to follow.
Donations preferred to SF Firefighters Cancer Prevention Foundation or SF Firefighters Toy Program, 1139 Mission St., SF 94103.
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Tiffany R.
July 13, 2023
My Condolences. Was this the William Cody that owned 1440 Golden Gate Ave in San Francisco?
December 15, 2013
Dear Michelle and Family, we were so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Our thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. Sincerely, Mike, Joanne, Alex
Tim Doss Doss
December 15, 2013
Michelle, Will & Sean,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Even though we only knew you and Bill since Sean and Ian were in kindergarten, we will never forget the wonderful times we all in Tahoe, the City and Cobo. You boys are so lucky to have had your Dad as long as you did. Rest assured that he will be watching over you all until you meet again...something to look forward to.
Please accept our deepest sympathy,
Tim, Tammy & Ian Doss
John McAndrews
December 13, 2013
Rest In Peace, Bill.
Dan Dunnigan
December 13, 2013
Bill Cody was a big part of my life- especially when I first got into the SFFD (Station 12). He was an incredible human being- calm in times of chaos, brave when the call came in- on and off the playing field. To the Cody family- my deepest prayers during this difficult time.
John Sweeney
December 12, 2013
A parting toast to Riordan's #81, class of '72. Great guy and great TE. God Bless.
terry Smith
December 11, 2013
My dearest sympathy to Michelle , Will, and Sean. Bill was a class guy and a good fireman. We had a lot of fun together as inspectors. He really was proud of his family and would give you the shirt off his back. I know bill and Greg Rocca put a lot of money into those rugby facilities on Treasure Island . Rest in peace Wild Bill.
Terry Smith
December 1984
Stephanie Szmyd (formerly Hextrum)
December 11, 2013
Aspen Tournament 1981
Stephanie Szmyd (formerly Hextrum)
December 11, 2013
Aspen Tournament 1981
Stephanie Szmyd (formerly Hextrum)
December 11, 2013
NZ Old Blues Tour (I think)
Stephanie Szmyd (formerly Hextrum)
December 11, 2013
Stephanie Szmyd (formerly Hextrum)
December 11, 2013
Bill, you were a true Gentleman Rugger, as Michele knows so well - the love of your (too brief) life. My heart breaks for those you have left behind. Messages and Rememberances have been flying around between we Cal Women whom you always supported in our own rugby feats. To Cal !! To The Old Blues !! To The Commander !!
Tom Gorman
December 10, 2013
Worked with Bill a few times in the Firehouse. Worked with/for him some, doing painting, & const. Then worked together at Fire Prevention. Always a good man.Very Knowledgeable and willing to share. My sympathy to his family
December 10, 2013
Bill, you were simply the man to me. At the frat/Cal, on the Old Blues Rugby Team, business wise, married your gal of those days :-----). Still have your old firefighter captain business card in my desk drawer from 10 plus years ago. You all had two beautiful sons.... Am just Heartbroken.
With love to you and yours
David Jones
Archbishop Riordan High School
December 10, 2013
The faculty, staff and students of Archbishop Riordan High School send their deepest sympathy to the Cody Family. Mr. Cody will be remembered in our daily prayers.
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