Alfred G. Cavanaugh, of the San Francisco Bay Area, passed away peacefully on February 29 at the age of 79. A graduate of Rutgers University, Al was a proud Navy veteran who served honorably for 25 years and retired from active duty at the rank of Commander. Al was a fearless and visionary entrepreneur. Whether it was managing his furniture and art galleries, piloting hot air balloons, or avidly writing, his keen intellect and endless optimism allowed him to lead a life unimpeded by obstacles. Though fortunes were won and lost, he never wavered in his love for his family. Al also loved to travel and considered Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, his second home. Preceded in death by his loving mother Wilhelmina, he is survived by daughters Alison Barnhil and Amy Cavanaugh-Volk and their loving mother Mary Stewart, his sister Barbara Schrager, son-in-laws Robert and Barry, nieces Laura and Anne, nephew Eric, beloved grandchildren Christian, Robbie and Hannah and longtime friend Janis Snarr.
Friends may visit Tuesday from 7:00-9:00 p.m. and are welcome to join us in a celebration of his life on Wednesday March 5 at 1 p.m. at Duggan'€™s Serra Mortuary 500 Westlake Ave. in Daly City. Burial will take place at the Union Cemetery in Frenchtown, New Jersey.
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