Lisa Barnato Jaureguito

August 8, 1956

June 12, 2017

Lisa Barnato Jaureguito was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend and teacher. On June 12, 2017, at 7:23am and at the age of 60, she left us peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loved ones.

Lisa Jaureguito was born on August 8, 1956 in San Rafael, CA to her parents, the late Peter Woolf Barnato and Gloria Duncan Barnato. She graduated in the class of 1974 from Proctor Hug High School and continued her education at the University of Nevada Reno. She was a member of Gamma Phi Beta sorority while attending college and graduated with her Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education in 1978.

Lisa dedicated her life to teaching for thirty-two years, twenty-six of those years at Huffaker Elementary School. Her passion and love for reading was passed on to all her students, showing them the value and importance of reading while enjoying it at the same time. Mrs. Jaureguito's students knew early on in each school year the motto "I can and I will" and she always pushed them for greatness, never taking "I'll try", always taking the extra time with all students to be the best they could be and to believe in themselves.

She received her Masters Degree in Education/Technology in 1998 and loved incorporating technology into her lessons, inspiring students to step out of their comfort zone and learn new things. Not only was she great with her students but also her co-workers, being the go-to person for all computer related issues.

The amazing connections she had with her students went beyond the classroom; she attended their important activities and kept in touch with them over the years, becoming their biggest supporters with her compassion and infectious enthusiasm. Her contagious laugh lit up any room she was in, bringing a smile wherever she was. She loved spending time with her family and was always the one you could hear loudest at games and events, cheering them on as she was their biggest fan.

She was an incredible mother, so selfless and loving; she was even a better Mima, always putting her family first and being the one all could count on. Her smile was from ear to ear when the grandkids were laughing, playing, running around, and when she was snuggling with them reading books. Making memories with them was priceless and her love for them showed through her pride of being the best Mima ever.

She will be missed for all the late-night conversations, lifetime movies, great advice, amazing dinner conversations, her contagious spirit and huge heart.

Lisa is survived by her three children: Talia Jaureguito, Jeremy Jaureguito, and Sean Jaureguito, her grandchildren: Cassidy Caudill, Cayden Caudill, and Jameson Jaureguito: her mother, Gloria Duncan Barnato, and her siblings: Pete Barnato, Mike Boracchia, Dana Aten and Kristi Boracchia.

Friends are invited to join our family for a Celebration of our beloved Lisa's Life at 11:00 am, Sunday, June 18, 2017, at 1820 Wendy Way, Reno NV 89509.

In lieu of flowers please visit the scholarship fund in Lisa Jaureguito's memory to raise funds for technology in classrooms. https://www.youcaring.com/lisas belovedgrandkidsandhuffakertechnologyfund-849194. You're invited to share a memory or condolence message in Lisa's Book of Memories at www.waltonsfuneralhomes.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Reno Gazette Journal and Lyon County News Leader from Jun. 15 to Jun. 17, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Lisa Jaureguito

13 Entries

Michelle Heller

November 6, 2018

Lisa, YOU DID LIGHT UP MY LIFE!! Still in shock and incredibly sad and missing you! You were the BEST!!!!!

Michelle Norcom-Heller

October 24, 2018

I'm in total shock. Lisa and her kiddos traveled with me and my son, Ross to Disneyland via the Big Red Boat, visit to Dallas and Austin. I met Lisa while visiting my dad, Joe Orthbandt one summer and we remained friends forever. Lisa was one of those people that you admired for so many reasons and wanted to emulate and draw and learn from the strength she possessed at all times (even the darkest times in her life.) I sit here in shock that I, and the rest of the world is going to have to continue on without one of the BEST friend, mother, grandmother, sister and daughter. I love you so much Lisa, and my world is a bit emptier without you.

Mark DiCianno

June 25, 2017

I miss you my friend.

Lee Murray

June 21, 2017

Lisa was a fantastic teacher, mentor and friend to my children. Always offering a friendly smile. Always pushing her students to excel. I will miss her warm cackle/laugh!

Timothy Conn

June 19, 2017

Dearest Gloria, Peter, Dana, Mike, Kristie and and Family

I was overly saddened to learn of the sudden and untimely passing of such a Wonderful, Giving and Compassionate person while I was reading some posts today on Facebook. Lisa had many roles that she excelled at in life but, I find that I can only offer my Most Deepest and Most Sincere Heart-Felt Condolences for your loss to the following: If Lisa was your Daughter, Sister, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher and Friend / Neighbor/ Mentor. If you were one of the selected people in her life mentioned above or ever had the fortune in life to have met or been a part of her daily life or just in passing, You were blessed to say the least. As for me, Her Contagious Smile is something that I have to this day and now will forever more Cherish; as it had been directed to me on many occasions while growing up on Geary Street in Reno. Sincerely, Timothy Andrew Conn

Kathy Johnson

June 18, 2017

Lisa was my best friend when I moved to Reno. she was always laughing and trying to pull a fast one on a friend. She was a good teacher and worked hard. We hadn't seen each other much in our time past high school too much. I wish I had gotten to say good bye and didn't know she was ill. It all happened so fast. I pray for all her family's peace and know she had a great family she loved very much!

June 17, 2017

I am in total shock. I moved here in 1981, and we met through a mutual friend. I remember being at her home to watch the balloon races. Yes she was a loving and giving women. Just recently I discovered she lived around the corner from one of my best friends. She is the one who let me know. I am so happy we were able to catch up.

June 16, 2017

I was very sad to read of Lisa's passing. We loved our students from this family (Lisa, Peter, Mike, Dana and Kristi) at Peavine Elementary School. I know all of you will carry on as good citizens and helpful adults. God Bless all of Lisa's family.
Love JoAnne Hansen Waters---Third Grade--Peavine Elememtary School

Samantha Shoupe

June 16, 2017

I loved coming to Huffaker and seeing her. She was always smiling. She will be truly missed. Huffaker has lost a wonderful educator and friend.

Kat Simmons

June 15, 2017

I recently felt compelled to reach out to my best friends from college and get us all togehter for brunch. It had been way too long since we had all been together, at lease 35 years I think. We finally came up with a date and met a Peg's for a Sunday brunch. It was so great to see her and my other sororotity sisters. We were as thick as theives back in the day, and it did not take us long to take right back up where we left off. She was in my wedding, and I was in hers. We went around the table and shared where our lives had taken us. Lisa, was perpetually youthful, with her zeal and that laugh! It was like time had stood still and we were right back in college. After brunch was over, we sat outside and talked for a long while after, there was so much to discover. She gave me a card that day thanking me for getting us all together and it ended with "I hope we can do more often" and sadly I will never get that chance. That was on Feb. 12th, 2017. I will be eternally grateful that I listened to my gut telling me to get us all together again. She was something special indeed. Her love of her kids, grandkids and students was the fire that burned so bright in her. We will miss you Lisa, and I hope we can. So very sorry kids and grandkids for your loss.
Love you Lisa!

Doreen Penrose

June 15, 2017

You are helping the Angels with their I-phones and Nancy with her white board now:) . We will miss you and your smile.

Cat Lookabaugh

June 15, 2017

My oldest cousin, always known as Reno Lisa (to distinguish her from my other cousin Lisa), was very kind to me (the youngest, pesky cousin) on the few occasions we visited. -- Cat

June 15, 2017

I will always treasure memories of working with her at Huffaker and from playing BUNCO together. My love and prayers are with all of you.
Love, Theresa

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