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Maria Learned Obituary

Maria Christine Learned, R.A.S. Age 46 years, passed away suddenly December 23rd, 2010 in San Francisco, surrounded by family. Loving daughter of Gloria Learned and the late George Edward Learned, sister of Michelle Reyes, Gina, and the late Julia Learned, aunt of Raquel Reyes, niece & cousin of the Roy and Janette Learned family of Lompoc, CA and the Irlene and the late Mark Borgatta family of Prescott, AZ. A native San Franciscan, educated at CCSF, COM and San Francisco State University, Maria worked selflessly as a Community Health counselor for most of her life, the last 10 years at BAART. She will be especially remembered for her generous spirit, her love of music, and her gift of encouraging others, especially youth. She will be greatly missed and will live on in the hearts of her many colleagues, loved ones & countless friends. Private internment. Memorial service to be arranged.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Dec. 31, 2010 to Jan. 2, 2011.

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Mary Rose

January 30, 2011

Dear Maria, I can't believe that you're gone. You were the first person I met from the evening division. You were a great friend and a great colleague. I wish you and I had a chance to talk again. We never did go out for ice cream as we both promised. My thoughts are with your family and friends. I will miss you... you will not be forgotten.

Sheila Dalton

January 27, 2011

Oh Maria! What a friend you've been to me and so many others. You were always there for me, strong, reliable, loyal, making me laugh when all I could see was darkness, literally feeding me when I was too sad to feed myself. I hope you know how much I admired you, how very proud and inspired I am by your accomplishments. I feel lucky to have your friendship to carry with me always. Love ya Ria! Sheila

Doris Moore

January 27, 2011

Maria, I can't believe I did not know you better, since you are such a positive force in my memories of someone caring, fun, and brimming over with vitality. I miss you.
Love,
Doris

January 17, 2011

Love you "Re Re" Thanks for the memories. xo's. Mode

January 11, 2011

Maria, I still cannot believe you are gone. Your vibrant energy made us all smile. My condolences to the family. Myra Devore (San Francisco)

Jon Wakeham

January 6, 2011

San Francisco will not be the same without you Maria. I have so many wonderful memories of the times we all spent together. Your generous nature and larger than life spirit are something I will miss terribly. You will always be in my heart.

January 3, 2011

Maria I miss you, we had so many fun silly days together. Your my buddy wish I could have one more hug from my friend. This cig and rock star is for you. Love ya Ria Love Leslie

jeannie mayo

January 1, 2011

Beautiful Maria how grateful I am to have had you in my life. You inspired me, made me laugh and showed me love. You have the biggest brightest heart and the world is just a little colder now without you. I miss you. my heart goes out to your family and many friends.

December 31, 2010

Oh Maria, we shall so miss you, you're positive energy and happy smile for everyone you met. We'll miss you so much. Love to you. Nancy and Dennis O'Connor

December 31, 2010

Oh Maria, I can't believe you're gone, such a bright star you were. I can't believe you've left us. I will always remember you're positive spirit and all you gave to all you met and gave of yourself. You will be missed Maria...... Nancy O'Connor. Love You.

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