Diane C. Guarino, 65, of Wallingford, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2023, at her home with her family by her side. She was born in New Haven on June 10th, 1958, and was the daughter of Ann Tondalo Guarino and the late Anthony F. Guarino. Diane had worked for Anthem Blue Cross, NCR, and Aetna Insurance Company. She was an avid fan of the New York Yankees and UConn women’s basketball. Diane will be remembered for always being the “life of the party”, she was truly loved by all. Diane was the type of person who if you had the privilege of meeting, you would never forgotten her and her ever lasting impression. Diane was a devoted aunt, great aunt, and godmother, she loved her family unconditionally. Sister of Lynn Collucci (Gary), Richard Guarino (Dawn), Rosanne Guarino and the late Anthony Guarino. Loving aunt of Nick Dalip, Ashley Collucci, Heather Brown, Anthony Guarino, Gabby Durante, Alyssa Guarino, and Richard Guarino Jr. Also survived by beloved cousins and friends.
The visiting hours will be Friday, November 17th from 4 to 7 PM at The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. Family and friends are invited to go directly to St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish at St. Therese Church, 555 Middletown Avenue, North Haven to attend a Mass of Christian burial on Saturday morning, November 18th at 10:00. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pancreatic Cancer, 415 Crossways Park Drive, Suite D, Woodbury, NY 11797 or the Sister Project, P.O. Box 1643, Wallingford, CT 06492.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Diane’s family and friends. May the wonderful memories of her warm your hearts and bring a smile to your face and in time help heal the deep sorrow we now have. She was proud of her family and loved deeply. Every friend was family to Diane! Diane and I have been friends for close to 40 years. We had so many good times and laughs. We worked many jobs together and always had each others back. I will miss her every day of my life!!
Dee was a bright light even in hard times. She always had a welcoming smile for everyone. She will be remembered for being a great friend with a one of a kind salutation. Dee will be missed at every occasion, forever! Rest in peace my friend. Love you!
Patty
RIP my dearest friend.no more suffering.😥😥You earned your golden wings!! You will be missed so much !!!❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏
You will be dearly missed. Forever in our hearts!❤️
So very sorry for your loss! Dee was a great person to anyone who knew her.
Dee was a shining light in our family. She was loved and will be missed by all. She will never be forgotten. Rest in Heavenly Peace Dear Cousin.
Dee, You never not smiled! I remember hanging out in early 90s. Sad we never kept in touch. I love you and will miss seeing your happy face. I am glad your cousin Carol introduced me to you. Be at peace ❤️🩹😘 Rosey 🌹
I am so sad to hear that Diane has passed. We had so many great times working together at NCR and after work hanging with Lisa in their place in New Britain. I knknow the entire NCR crew will miss her bright personality and ability to make anyone laugh. Condolences to her family.
Her laugh, her smile, her kindness will forever be treasured by those who loved her. She will be greatly missed but her presence will continue to touch us all.
Rest well Dee.
With sympathy, thoughts and prayers,
Susan Derbacher & Ann Ruggiero
Sharpie, your suffering has ended; Seesta will guide you to eternity 🙏🩷
This is such sad news. We worked together for a number of years. Diane was always the friendliest person in the building. May her memory be a blessing to all who knew and loved her.
I will always remember Diane for the way she always made me laugh almost every day. She always had a smile and was a true pleasure to work with as well as a good friend. I will miss her smile as well as the all goodies that she baked for us with much love. RIP my friend – You will be missed and always be fondly remembered by all who know you.