Augusteen "Augie" Guzzo

Mary and I knew "Augie" by way of Aunt Anna Mae (Guzzo) Saussaye and Uncle John Saussaye. Anna Mae always spoke with love and fondness for "Augie." I believe that they shared that special Italian Cooking Gene that allowed them both to work magic in the kitchen. I sampled and loved Anna Mae's cooking at her New Orleans home and spent many week-end nights at Guzzo's Resturant in Metairie, enjoying the Guzzo Italian Menu with "Augie's" special touch. Rest in Peace "Augie."

She was always the life of the party, and quick to tell a funny joke or life story. Sometimes we couldn't tell the difference; most times we were too busy laughing and blushing. She told me her nicknames were “Dizzy” and “Red”. She used to take us fishing at “Auggie's Bass Hole” and out to eat at Copeland's restaurant. She used to make fried broccoli for my wife, which is still one of her favorites. She grew up “in the country” and often made reference to her life as a little girl. I...

As a child I remember my mom Ruth taking us south to visit her family that was so dear to her. It was always fun to be around Aunt Lil, Aunt Steen and our southern relatives. Later it was great when they could come here to Upper Michigan for weddings and family gatherings. We Yankees loved having them .
Aunt Steen is my last Aunt, she will be truly missed.

With loving memories of Aunt Steen who brightened my life with her fun-loving spirit,sense of humor and zest for life. She and Uncle Johnny lived very full lives and my memories of our times together will be in my heart forever. With much love, Aunt Steen, you will be missed very much! Bev

Sam L'Huillier, nephew & wife Kathy says Augustine was a very charming lady. She was always fun to be with & will be truly missed. She is in heaven with Ruth my mother & mother-in-law & the rest of her family. Take care.