Michael Harrington

Peacefully, of San Francisco. Dearly beloved husband of the late Kathleen (nee Kiernan), beloved father of Siobhan (Erik) Krogh-Jespersen and Patrick Harrington. Proud grandfather of Rory, Ronan & Robin. Son of the late Leo and Katherine. Dear brother of Leo, Robert and the late Caroline and James.

A native San Franciscan and proud Irish-American, alum of St. Brendan’s ’64 , St. Ignatius ’68, UC Berkeley ’76, eventually taking over the family business, Harrington’s Bar on Front Street, in the 80s. He met Kathleen when she came in looking for a job and “got more than she bargained for.” To Siobhan and Patrick, he was a sweet, gentle, loving, and dedicated dad.

Mike embodied the true spirit of a publican—hardworking, kind, and generous, a great listener with a patient nature and a wicked sense of humor. More than food and drink, he traded in stories, jokes, and clever lines. When he was about to share one himself he would have a glint in his eye and the beginning of a smile, and once he did, he could not wait to join in laughing with you.

Friends may call after 6 pm on Friday, April 17 at St. Philip the Apostle Church, Diamond and Elizabeth Sts., where the Vigil will be held at 7 pm and are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Saturday at 1pm. Private Committal, Holy Cross Cemetery. Donations preferred to the Irish Immigration Pastoral Center 5340 Geary Blvd., SF, CA 94121.

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