From Kristina Perez
May 18, 2012

For me hospitality and Marianne will always be linked together. She was a warm and witty woman who made everyone feel a part of a family. One vivid memory of years ago was her standing in a kitchen in a beach house she had rented for the holidays down below Santa Cruz . There she was pulling a lasagna out of the oven, surrounded by her friends and her various family and adopted 'family'. It was a simple but elegant time made all the more warm and special because she cared about making a 'day' for all she loved. Sun, sand and ocean breezes and her preparations set the stage for a day I will always remember and mostly because of Marianne's thoughtfulness and love of life. I am thankful to have known such a generous and vibrant woman. What a blessing she has been. May she arrive in eternity to the same kind of warm welcome she offered all who knew her. Indomitable woman!

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From Terri (Calhoun) McKinsey
May 17, 2012

I remember Marianne fondly from my many years at St. Albert The Great Church, in Palo Alto. We all worked together on the annual dinner dances they would have. I knew she had moved to The Villages where my mother lived for many years and she became a friend of my Aunt Margie who also lives there. I heard of her passing today from my mother's companion of 20 years. The same wonderful lady who helped Marianne, also helps him. He remembered that I knew Marianne and let me know. She was a beautiful, and wonderful person and I am glad I had a chance to know her.

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From Becky Baer
May 16, 2012

Marianne "adopted" us after we moved to Palo Alto in 1972. She would often drop in to visit, always bringing treats for the kids. She was the Godmother of our youngest son, and was always there for our special family occasions. We moved back to KS for a year and a half in 1976 and when we returned to our home here, we were warmly welcomed by a big bouquet of flowers and a "Welcome Home" banner she had made for us. Marianne was always the life of the party and we have many fond memories of wonderful times spent with her. We are thankful this beautiful lady was a big part of our lives. We loved her very much. Ted and Becky Baer and family

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From Matthew Teresi (nephew)
May 15, 2012

So loved aunt Sis (Marianne) ... I remember how she lit up an entire room....with just her smile. Her hugs were always filled with such love. May you smile now down upon us. Matthew

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