Peter Kerrigan Rooney died peacefully on September 11, 2014 at Mark Twain Hospital at the age of 75.
Peter was born in Sacramento on January 12, 1939 to Clem
and Alice Rooney. He grew up in San Leandro, attended Bishop O'Dowd High School and graduated from St. Mary's College in Moraga.
Peter served in the US Navy followed by a 32 year career in the steal fabrication business.
Peter is survived by his wife of 47 years, Ann Rooney, his son Peter, daughter-in-law Shannon, daughter Megan Etheridge, son-in-law Fred, grandchildren Sean Rooney, Fiona and Gwenyth Etheridge and sister Mary Langenbahn.
The Rooney's retired to Murphys from Walnut Creek in 1998. Peter was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church where he was active in the Men's Club, volunteered with Helping Hands, and was on the St. Patrick's Cemetery Board.
He was an active member of the Native Sons and SIRS. Peter was an avid golfer, bowler, genealogist and coin collector who enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the St. Patrick's Men's Club and Altar Society P.O. Box 1792 Murphys, CA 95247.
Angels Memorial Chapel is handling arrangements.
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