Michael Walsh Obituary (1955 – 2023) – Redwood Metropolis, CA
Michael Anthony Walsh
March 23, 1955 – May 6, 2023
Michael Anthony Walsh passed away suddenly on May 6, 2023 in Redwood City, California.
Michael, son of Anthony and Helen Walsh, was born on March 23, 1955 in San Mateo, California. He attended St. Matthew’s Catholic Elementary School and Junipero Serra High School. Michael was a retired lieutenant in the San Francisco Fire Department. During his career he was stationed at the Bureau of Equipment, Station 39, 17 and 12. He founded Walsh Plumbing and owned Dale Plumbing & Heating. Michael was a director of the San Francisco Fire Fighter’s Local 798 and a board member of the Greater Bay Area Association of Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Mechanical Contractor Association.
Michael was a music lover and a fine chef, known for his Christmas cioppino and award-winning chili. He loved duck hunting, motorcycling and attending Giants and Raiders games. He coached his daughter’s softball and basketball teams and was known to many as “Coach Mike.” He had a deep love for family and was very proud of his Irish heritage. Michael will be remembered for his vibrant and fun personality, his generosity and his ability to touch so many lives in such a meaningful way.
Michael is survived by daughters Casey (Travis) Frantz, Erin (Vince) Conner, his partner Sherri Warman, their sons Robert (children Jace and Rome) and Derek Warman. He is also survived by siblings James (Mary), Kevin (Meghan), John (Patricia), Thomas (Brenda), Aileen Turner (William), several beloved nephews and nieces, and his faithful canine companion, Able.
Before Michael died, his parents, brother Brian Walsh, son Steven Walsh, and stepdaughter Jaime Ellison.
A memorial service will be held on June 12, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 1 Notre Dame Ave., San Mateo, CA 94402.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the San Francisco Fire Fighters Surviving Families Fund, sffdlocal798.org
Published by San Francisco Chronicle on May 17, 2023.
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