Marie J. Guardino

Marie J. Guardino, a native of San Francisco, passed away peacefully at age 99, on December 24, 2018, in Pleasant Hill. Marie was born on September 4, 1919, to Ernest and Lucie Lombardi. She graduated from Commerce High School, after which she worked for the California Department of the American Legion for 20 years, a job she enjoyed immensely. In 1949, she married Joseph, who had fallen in love with her photograph and wanted to meet her; seven years later their daughter, Ann, was born, forming their small loving family. Marie enjoyed traveling with Joe, gardening, shopping, dining out, and spending time with her family, especially her granddaughters. She also took pleasure in sharing special moments with her great-granddaughter. Marie was a long-time member of St. Elizabeth’s Parish in San Francisco, and enjoyed its 50-Plus Club. Marie is survived by her devoted daughter, Ann (Scott); beloved grandchildren, Nicole (Tony) and Lisa (Justin), and cherished greatgranddaughter, Giuliana Marie. Marie was preceded in death by her parents and loving husband. Special thanks to the staff of Aegis Pleasant Hill for their years of attentive care, and to the staff of Kindred Hospice for their support in her later days. Donations to Kindred Hospice Foundation and Alzheimer’s Association are appreciated. Friends and family are welcome to attend her memorial Mass on Friday, January 11, 2019 at 10:00 AM, at St. John Vianney Church, 1650 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek. Private interment at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma.