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Laura Vierra Obituary
June 10, 1938 ~ April 16, 2011
Seaside - Laura Vierra, born June 10, 1938 in Guatemala, passed away on April 16. A banker for over 40 years, she has lived locally for more than 50 years.
Laura enjoyed sharing her time helping others. She was an active volunteer with the Seaside St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop and the Seaside Police Department. Laura was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church, the Monterey Elks and Moose Lodges and the 10-10 Travel Club. She also loved going to garage sales.
Laura is survived by her children, Ann Marie (Robert) Pagan of Seaside, Charles of Seaside, Robert (Jennifer) of Hollister and Steve Dodd of Seaside; her grandchildren, Ryan, Corrinne, Brannon, Cole, Cassidy and Nathan; her great-granddaughter, Analise; and her mother and siblings, Laura de Montes, Carlos Montes, Ana Maria Schlosser and Maria Mercedes Guzman; and many nieces and nephews, all of Guatemala. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Vierra, and her father, Carlos Montes.
A Celebration of Laura's Life will be announced. Memorial contributions are suggested to the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop, 1269 Fremont, Seaside, CA 93955 or Hospice of the Central Coast, P.O. Box 2480, Monterey, CA 93942. To sign Laura's guest book and leave messages for her family, please visit www.thepaulmortuary.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Laura Vierra
Roger Bell
July 12, 2025
Laura was married to Don Vierra...Don was my Best Man...I married the girl he introduced me to in 1953. I miss Laura too. Sweet sweet Lady. My wife and I were away back east when Laura passed. Roger
Cathy Giammanco
May 17, 2011
Dear Ann Marie and Vierra family~
I am so saddened to hear of Laura's passing. What a wonderful woman she was...just so vibrant, funny, so sweet, and always so thoughtful. I knew her for many years when she worked at the banks on Alvarado Street...I saw her nearly every day. The world has lost a beautiful presence, but heaven has truly gained an angel. May you all be comforted by your wonderful, loving memories her. My prayers remain with you.
Dean Flippo
May 16, 2011
Dear Vierra Family~
Please know that you continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Annie Jay
April 30, 2011
Ann Marie and Robert..so sorry about your Mom. She was a neat lady and I liked her. She is now walking those streets of gold.God bless you at this time
Joy Ann Lucido
April 25, 2011
Laura - You're The BEST.
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sun on ripening grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hushed light,
I am the up-fling of birds in flight.
I am the bright star that shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there, I did not die,
I live forever in your hearts,
It's only temporary that we're apart.
Erica Wallace
April 24, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I worked with Laura for 4 years at St.Vincent de Paul where she volunteered. She was a strong-willed compassionate woman who loved her family very much. I will cherish the time we had with her. -Erica Wallace(and Daughter Jazmin)
Stephen Cercone
April 24, 2011
To Ann Marie and family: Your mother was one of the most special people I have ever known. Her dedication to what she believed in, her hard work at the Seaside Police Department, and the example she set as a concerned citizen was top notch. Laura called it like she saw it, never held back and was one of the most solid members of our society. She respected honest government and she fought against dishonest government. In the end, she was never fooled. God bless Laura. As one of our police volunteers she worked hard and was always very proud of the Seaside Police Department. One of a kind and she will be missed.
Steve Cercone
Retired Seaside Chief of Police
Marka Hillary
April 22, 2011
Ann Marie, and family. My Mother Gloria and I send our deepest condolences. We saw her a while back at the the doctors office.She looked beautifull as allways.May God comfort you in your loss. Marka Hillary And Gloria Hillary
Chief Myers & The Seaside Police Department
April 22, 2011
To the Vierra Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Laura was a valued member of the Seaside Police Department family and will be missed.
Caroline Battaglia
April 21, 2011
"Ann Marie and Family;
Your mother was such a beautiful lady inside and out. My prayers are with you during your sorrow. I wish I was closer to be at your side but
know my heart is with you.
Julie Canciamille
April 21, 2011
To the Vierra Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
With Sympathy, Chris & Julie Canciamille
Sandra Degnan
April 21, 2011
Steve,
Scott and I send our sincere sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Sandy Degnan and Scott Saunders
Ed, Gina & Cody Prue
April 21, 2011
To the Vierra Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Vincent T. Newman-Brooks
April 21, 2011
To the Vierra Family,
May God comfort you during this time lost, and I will keep you in my prayers.
Linda Thompson
April 21, 2011
Ann Marie, Bob, Ryan, Corrine, ...I am so sad about Nana. She was a special woman. I met her 29 years ago..Ann Marie was my sons Day Care mommy,and Ryan is my sons Best friend.. May you all find Peace and Love with memories of all the Good times. Love to you all. Linda
Karleen Graxiola Russell
April 21, 2011
Ann, Bob and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers are with you. I can still see you(Ann) and her at garage sales where we used to run into each other. A very beautiful woman. (and you look just like her!) My deepest sympathy to you in this time of sorrow.
Theresa Valdez
April 21, 2011
I am so shocked to see that my friend has passed away. I met Laura at St. Francis Xavier Church when I was the secretary there for many years. We had one thing in common, shopping at thrift stores. I sometimes visited with her at St. Vincent de Paul... Laura was a smart woman. I will miss her but not forget her... Theresa Valdez
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