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Rena Guggenheim Obituary
Rena passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2013 at age 89. Born in Germany Sept. 8th 1923, she settled in San Francisco in 1946 with her loving husband, Erwin.
She will be greatly missed by her daughters Rose (Wendy) Guggenheim and Debbie Voss, sons-in-law Wayne Greene and Ken Voss, and grandson Scott Karoly.
Rena was a loyal friend to many fortunate people and will always be remembered for her kindness, thoughtfulness and generosity.
Special thanks to the wonderful staff at American Care Quest Hospice, and her dedicated caregivers Diane Adams, Gwen Devilla and Houri Henry.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to your favorite charity to honor Rena is appreciated.
For information regarding a memorial on 7/21, email
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Karen Guasco
July 10, 2025
She was one of my mom´s best friends . She was always kind and caring to me and my family . She was amazing and she is missed
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Karen Rosenthal
August 2, 2013
Dear Wendy and Debbie,
My mom just told me about the passing of your mom,she is getting very forgetfull these day.I feel very sad and wanted to let you know your mom will be missed.I have only wonderful memories of both your parents and their warm hospitality.Warm Regards,Karen Rosenthal Would love to talk with you.
July 23, 2013
Dear Wendy and Debbie, I am sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you at this time of sorrow. Love, Charna
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