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Lisa Guarente Obituary
Lisa Marie Sollazzo Guarente, 59, of Norwalk, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Norwalk on March 21, 1964, she was the daughter of Ginger Maisano Sollazzo and the late Paul Sollazzo.
Lisa was the loving wife of Gary Guarente, her best friend, and her rock. Very early-on, Gary caught Lisa's eye working at the Arrow restaurant. The spark was reignited many years later working together at Sono Seaport Seafood; which continued their love for food in helping to run the family business at Chatham Manor. Lisa and Gary, each raised two children of their own, binding together their beautiful families with one last child together.
To know Lisa was to love her. She lit up any room she walked into and was the sunshine on a rainy day. Lisa loved her family and always opened up her heart, arms, and kitchen to everyone. Her house was a revolving door of people coming in and out to enjoy her company and her amazing food. Some of our fondest memories were conversations at the dinner table, on the sideline coaching her girls, and cheering her boys on. Lisa loved her long walks, days at the beaches and her precious dogs.
In addition to her husband, mother, and siblings, Lisa is survived by her son Michael Guarente and wife Luz, daughter Jessica Guarente, daughter Jessica Wilchfort and her husband William, son John Andresen and wife Jennifer, son Ty Guarente and eight combined grandchildren.
A celebration of Lisa's life will be held on Friday, July 7, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, July 8, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Matthew Church, 216 Scribner Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Burial will follow at St. John Cemetery, 223 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT. If you are unable to attend, a Zoom link will be provided. May she be dancing without a care and may her soul rest in eternal peace.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. "Those we love don't go away; they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, and very dear."
https://giving.mskcc.org
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Chris (Chioda) Young
July 12, 2023
Hello to Ginger and family. We were friends many years ago when I lived in Norwalk on Tommy´s Ln.
I´m offering my heartfelt condolences to your entire family. I´m familiar with the heartbreak of losing a Chile as I have lost both my sons Chip and Matthew and in Feb my loving husband Charlie Young. To know the feelings you are experiencing are very close to my heart. I wish you peace and love as you begin your healing process. Always, Chris.
Jane Russo
July 12, 2023
Dear Ginger and family
No words can help except that prayers of comfort
are sent to all of you at this sad time. Lisa is healed in Heaven where are Lord promises we will meet again.
In sympathy, Jane Ginter Russo
Terena Kotek-Wiki and family
July 7, 2023
Dearest Ginger and family - My sincere condolences to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Lisa as she walked through the doors of my mums studio to attend a Zumba or step class and her bright smile and personality lighting up the room. As mum always said Lisa was the Zumba step queen at her studio. She will be missed, May she rest peacefully. Sending love, hugs and prayers to you and your family.
Emm Koteka-Wiki
July 7, 2023
Dearest Ginger and family,
I´m so sad to hear Lisa passed away. I´ll never forget how supportive Lisa was at Studio M. She was so kind, beautiful inside and out and my very energetic and fit super star Zumba and Step student. Sending heartfelt condolences to you and all the families from Rarotonga Cook Islands. Rest in love beautiful Lisa.
Much love
Emm Koteka-Wiki and family
Jim Nuzzo
July 7, 2023
Dear Ginger & Gary, We are so sorry to hear the passing of our dear friend. Words can't explain the good times we had at The Chatham Manor with all of the parties and wedding's we helped celebrate. Please send my condolences to the entire family, Lisa will be TRULY missed. Rest in peace my friend .
Rosetta Lombardi
July 6, 2023
Dear Ginger and Gary and the entire family. I am so very sorry for your loss. I will always remember Lisa's beautiful kind smile, her laughter, and dancing at Zumba. She will be missed. Sending love and prayers to you and your family.
Larry Porricelli
July 6, 2023
Bless your family, Ginger, you are such giving people.
Kathy O.
July 6, 2023
So sorry to hear of Lisa´s passing. My neighbor and friend for many years, our kids growing up together and the many laughs we had along that path. Rest in peace, my friend.
Penny Fishman
July 5, 2023
Dear Ginger and Gary - I am so very sorry for your loss. Lisa was an amazing person and I am so grateful that we became friends. She was kind and generous. I'll miss her, as will many others. Sending love and prayers to you and your family.
Vinny & Amy Comunale
July 5, 2023
Gary, I´m so sorry. Words, no matter how kind, will always fall short. They may not be able to relieve the heartache, but those who care for you pray for your peace and comfort daily!! We are here for you.
Lisa, I know you Graduated on to Glory. Enjoy the sunshine.
Sue deFreese
July 5, 2023
To the Guarente and Sollazzo family my deepest condolences on the loss of this amazing woman. I met Lisa through Zumba and she was alwy the kindest person. Truly grateful to call her a friend.
Elaine&John Roberto
July 5, 2023
Dear Ginger & Family.
We're sorry of your loss. You are in our prayers .
From the
Siclare Family and Elaine& John Roberto
Joan Seaman
July 5, 2023
So sorry to hear this very sad news. Our love to entire family
Joan and Joe Seaman
Glen and Bridget Dudas
July 5, 2023
Dear Gary and family, Our many prayers, thoughts and sympathy are with you. May you keep all the wonderful memories of Lisa close to your hearts. Another angel is in heaven now. Blessings and love
Bob & Jackie Langner
July 5, 2023
We're so sad upon reading about your loss. Love you man.
John and Michelle Baldino
July 5, 2023
De3ar John, Very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I pray your fondest memories will provide your family some solace during this difficult time.
Tom & Lori Keegan
July 5, 2023
We have lost a truly amazing friend. No matter what we were doing or what we needed she was always there. The laughs we had are indescribable. Even though we all had busy lives, we managed to always stay in touch. We love you Lisa. Heaven is a long walk. Keep walking & smiling
Fred Bondi
July 5, 2023
Ginger so sorry about your lost, May she rest in peace. I will keep her in my prayers. Fred Bondi
Patti Yarnold
July 5, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with her family. Lisa was our neighbor many years ago. My daughter babysat for her children. I am so very sorry to hear this.
Laurie Popadic
July 5, 2023
I'm so very saddened by this news. She was always a bubbley person. May she watch over her family. Prayers for All her family.
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