Mary Jo Giardina passed away at the age of 89 on Friday, August 19, 2011 with her loving family at her side. Beloved wife of the late Joseph T. Giardina, Sr. for 59 years. Cherished mother of Maralyn Stiegler (Henry), Joseph T. Giardina, Jr. (Sandra), Mary Stuart (Douglas), Patricia Dartois (Lee) and Jeanie Bernard (Hilly). Loving sister of Ruth Forman. She was the proud grandmother of 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. A native of Assaria, Kansas and lifelong resident of Lakeview.
Relatives are invited to attend the graveside service at Garden of Memories Cemetery, 4900 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA, on Monday, August 22, 2011 at 11:00 am. Relatives and friends are invited to the family’s home in Slidell at 2:00 pm to continue the celebration of Mary Jo’s life.
