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Genevieve Asher Obituary

A 57 year resident of the South Bay, passed away on Friday, October 29, 2010. Genevieve was 79 when she died. She was an amazing, loving and generous woman. She was born in Detroit, MI and moved to California in 1953. She enjoyed raising her family and working at various jobs, including a full-time job as an executive assistant at Kawai America Piano Corp. for over 25 years. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and she often traveled to see relatives in the Midwest. Genevieve was multi-talented and among her achievements, she was a beautician, bookkeeper, cashier, receptionist, executive assistant and notary public. She was an incredible person who was loved and will be dearly missed. Genevieve is survived by her daughter, Carole (Mike) Cockrell of Torrance, CA; daughter, Rosemary (Riley) Kelley of Morro Bay, CA; daughter, Jean (Mike) Ghianuly of Torrance, CA; daughter, Joan Hakim of Torrance, CA; grandson, Daniel Hakim of Redondo Beach, CA; and grandson, Michael Ghianuly of Torrance, CA. A gathering of family and friends will be held at Rice Mortuary in Torrance on Wednesday, November 3, 2010 from 5:00 to 9:00pm with a Vigil/Rosary at 5:00pm. The Mass will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Hermosa Beach on Friday, November 5 at 10:00am. Burial will follow at Green Hills Memorial Park in Rancho Palos Verdes. If you would like to send donations in her name, please feel free to donate to the charity of your choice or make a check payable to Our Lady of Guadalupe Building Fund, 320 Massey St., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. Please sign the guest book at www.dailybreeze.com/obits. Please go to the mortuary's website, www.LAfuneral.com to send the family messages, share memories, or to obtain directions to the services. Check back to view the online video tribute.

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Published by Daily Breeze on Nov. 2, 2010.

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November 6, 2010

Joan this is Irene (Becky's Sister)
My heart goes out to you and your family. Moms are special people and they should be around for ever................................
Keep all the wonderful memories close to your heart and know that everything she could not do in her recent life she could now do in heaven. Thats what I chose to believe about my dad when he passed last year. That made me happy and helped me get thru.
Irene McLeod (Lakewood CA)

Pat Downing

November 4, 2010

Jean and family,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. This must be a difficult time for all of you. Hopefully in the days ahead you will find comfort in many fond memories.
If I did not have a prior commitment I would join you tomorrow at Our Lady of Guadalupe but please know that I will be thinking of you.

Pat Downing
The Aerospace Corporation

Pat Downing

November 4, 2010

Jean and family,
Sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I am sorry for your loss. I hope in the days ahead that you can find comfort in many fond memories. If I did not have a prior commitment, I would join you at Our Lady of Guadalupe tomorrow but please know that I will be thinking of you.
Pat Downing
The Aerospace Corporation

Kay and Del

November 3, 2010

We're so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Kay Livingston,
Del Stewart,
And Colby

Don Mannino

November 3, 2010

All of us here at Kawai America who worked with Jeff (as we knew her) are greatly saddened to hear of her passing. I worked with her for at least 5 years, and she was a steady, stable co-worker who help give me advice and perspective on how to fit into the company.
We have missed her at the office since her retirement so many years back, but now feel the loss that much more keenly. Rest well, Jeff.

Gayle Reed

November 3, 2010

Jenny (as I knew her) was my neighbor on Vista Dr. in Torrance for a couple of years. She was a kind lady and always had a smile on her face. My condolences to her family.

Debby Pfau

November 2, 2010

Joan, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My love and prayers to you and your family. She will always be close to your heart.
Deb Pfau

Ginger Jussila

November 2, 2010

Joan, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. If there is anything I can do to help you in anyway, please do not hesitate to ask. With much love, Ginger (and Pentti & Riley)

Rebecca Sepulveda

November 2, 2010

Joan, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom passing away, my heart goes out to you. Brittney, Natalie, Vit and myself want to send our deepest condolences to you, Daniel and the rest of your family. Love you.

Becky Sepulveda

November 2, 2010

Dear Joan, my heart and prayers are with you and your family. Much love to you. God Bless

Teresa Coulter

November 2, 2010

Joan and Family - My heart goes out to all of you. I hope that the great memories of your mother help you through this difficult time. God Bless and much love to you all.

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