John Guardiani III

GUARDIANI, JOHN JAMES III Guardiani, John James III age 66. Entered into rest on Februaury 19, 2012. John was born in Derby, Ct. on February 22, 1945. John was the son of the late John and Mary "Mimi" Maccio Guardiani. John was the owner of Two Guys Trucking, a long haul transport company, and one of the former owners of Maple Street Arco Gas Station in Ansonia. John was an avid motorcycle and car enthusiast. He was most proud of his award winning 1934 Chevrolet Master. Most recently, John enjoyed restoring his antique Massey Ferguson farm tractor which he drove in the Roxbury Tractor Parade. John is survived by his loving fianc of 23 years Jean Roslonowski and her son Aron. His best friend and "brother" Paul LoCicero (Sue) of Ansonia. His cousins Ed and Joseph Maccio, Winnie and Tony Scarpa. Uncle Emilio Maccio and other cousins. John is also survived by a host of special friends who were like family to him, Nick and Robin Gallagher, Robert Haddad, Christine, Len, Jeffrey and Mary Stauffer, Butch Turgeon, Michael Lenardo, the Weisz family, Lynn Iverson, Marie Broadhurst, Jacques Veillette and Justin Pereias. His most cherished family, Peter, Barbara, Kamil and Amanda Gujski who made everyday a holiday for John with special kisses and cards. John is survived by one daughter, Danielle McPartland and family of White Plains, New York. There will be no calling hours in keeping with John's wishes. John asked to have his ashes spread in special places and a gathering of his friends and loved ones celebrating his life. Contributions can be made to Emmet O'Brien Scholarship Fund for an automotive student's continuing studies and a trophy to be awarded at their car show in John's memory. We would like to thank everyone at the Griffin Hospital for their kindness during this difficult time, especially John's nurses Nick, Paulina, Lori and Bonnie and the Connecticut Hospice staff under Dr. Lim for the care they gave to John during his illness.