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Esther Colardo Obituary

Esther Colardo (1923 - 2008) Wife, mother and grandmother, Esther Colardo died peacefully the afternoon of September 28, 2008, in Greenbrae, California. She was 85. Esther was devoted to her sons, Paul and David, of San Anselmo and Fairfax. She delighted in her grandchildren, Mia, Dominic and Angela, and spent precious time with them throughout their lives-whether it was vacationing at the lake, telling stories, or cooking up creations in her kitchen. They will never forget their loving Grandma. Esther had the rare gift of always seeing the good in every person. She was generous in both in spirit and in material possessions. She had a strong faith in God. Esther is survived by her sons; daughter-in-law, Christa; grandchildren; sisters, Eleanora, Elizabeth and Elena of Providence, Rhode Island; and close friend, Margaret Muldoon. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Anselm Church in Ross, CA on Saturday, October 4 at 10:00am. In lieu of flowers, donations in Esther's memory can be made to: Support for Families of Children with Disabilities, 2601 Mission Street, Ste. 606, San Francisco, CA 94110.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Oct. 2, 2008.

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Greg Macera

October 6, 2008

Dear David & Paul,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thouhgts are with you and your family. She will be greatly missed. May your memories of her warm smile comfort you duing this difficult time.
Love
Greg, Michele, Meghan & Madelyn

Diana Rodriguez

October 5, 2008

Dear David, Paul & Family,
Your mother was so special to so many people. No one could make you feel more genuinely loved and appreciated. She always had something uplifting and personal to say. I know of no one else like her. Her faith and perspective on life were Divinely inspired. I'm sure she is in the company of angels. She was a gift to all who knew her. Hector, David, Alexis, and I each have special memories of her which we cherish. She will always have a special place in our hearts. We will miss her greatly. We send you our love and prayers and ask God to comfort you and bring you His healing peace.
With deepest sympathy and love,
~Diana

Sally Faella

October 5, 2008

Elena, so very sorry to read of Esthers' passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you. I know you will miss her. Sally Org. Park Fl.

eloise colardo-lamphier

October 5, 2008

Dear David and Paul
I am so sad to hear of Aunt Esthers passing. I haven't seen any of you in many years but I do think of you.
Love

Cousin Eloise Colardo Lamphier
Nashua, NH

Dana Monroe

October 2, 2008

Dear David and Family,
I know how close you were to your mother; what a special woman. May all the wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.
You are in my thoughts and prayers,
Dana

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