Mary G. Vecchio
89, died peacefully at home November 5, 2012, of natural causes. Mary was born to Joseph and Lena Guidera on June 8, 1923. She worked for years at the family owned business, Cucamonga Top Winery. She married in 1946 her husband of 59 years Frank Vecchio. Mary's hobbies included flower gardening, known for her beautiful roses. Mary lived a good healthy life. She is survived by her sister Dolly; brother Dan; her children Tom, son Frankie; Marie, husband Dave; Joe, wife Jill & son Daniel; extended family Eunice & Jose Gazcon, children Ixchel, Joanina, Michael; as well as many nieces and nephews. Mary is preceded in death by her husband Frank, parents Lena and Joseph, sisters Sara and Jenny, and brother Joe. Visitation will be from 4-6 pm, at Drapers Mortuary (811 N Mountain Ave Ontario) on Wednesday Nov. 14, Rosary at 6pm. Funeral services will be held Thursday Nov. 15, 10am at San Secundo d'Asti Church (250 N Turner Ave, Guasti).
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Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Lawrence Blaylock
November 12, 2012
My sincere condolences Tom and Marie. Your Mom was 'one of a kind'. As our parents shared much, family and fun, We will always remember them with love and heartfelt thoughts.
Marcel Schiro
November 12, 2012
When I moved to Southern California to attend USC, Frank Catalano, suggested I meet Vecchio's. I was invited for Thanksgiving dinner in 1980.
We were up to 2:00 AM, chatting, telling jocks half italian half t'arbresh, laughing.
From there on I was adopted as a member of the family. For many, many years to come I was not allowed to go anywhere for the thanksgiving. In addition Frank and Mary made sure to introduce me as a member of the family in any gathering I participated.
If I ever passing near near by, it was a mandatory to stop by and say hi.
Mary, resembled my birth mother in so many ways, always thankful for everything, glass half full, big heart and infinite love.
Truly, Frank and Mary were my parents in America.
What a co-incidence, Mary lived equal time after Frank as my biological mother lived after my father passed away.
Talking with Mary after Frank passed away, she would say to me "I miss Franki", well say hi to Franki for me.
Truly miss you,
Ekrem
ekrem
November 12, 2012
Tom,
very sorry to hear that you Mom passed , one of those things that happen to all of us sooner or later. if there is anything i can do please let me know559-901-4750. God be with you.
November 8, 2012
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