I'm a little late to the game here. I met Ceci in 1997 when I went to work for her at Union Bank of California. She was a friend and mentor and I was sorry to learn of her passing.

When she heard that I liked -- but didn't love -- opera, she insisted that I go see one with her, explaining the joy of going early for a tutorial from the conductor. She and John took my wife and me to a memorable dinner followed by a viewing of "Madame Butterly," must've been 1999 or so and I LOVE opera (and go as often as time permits) to this day!

I think back fondly on that evening and on my days working for her - she was a great teacher and I can read contracts because of her. When I left UBOC to go back to school, I sought her counsel on a career path afterwards. She suggested going back into commercial banking, advice I promptly rejected. Years later after an interesting career, I'm more-or-less back in banking. How I wish I'd taken that sage advice then.

I miss you Ceci!

To Ceci's family,
I have just learned of Ceci's passing yesterday. Please except my sincere condolence.
I had a privilege of knowing Ceci for the past 17 years or so. We only see each other on her shopping execration as I work in one of her favorite store but quality of times were spent.
I will cherish her in my memory as she was loyal, candid had a great personal style. 
She will be missed.

Ceci and I shared so many adventures together since first meeting in 1968...eating, Colorado skiing, bald eagle &  hummingbird watching, touring Mexico in a VW bug, eating, our respective weddings, and spa retreats just to name a few.  Did I mention eating?
Her positive attitude and perseverence to overcome health challenges have been my inspiration for my continued journey in life, but I'll miss her dearly.

Our condolences to John and all her family.
From the Staff at Aunt Ann's Home Care

Rest in peace, CeCe. It was a pleasure and honor to work with you. My condolences to John and the rest of her loved ones.

I was saddened to hear of Ceci's passing and I send my deep condolences to John and her family.  I was honored to have worked with Ceci for many years at Union Bank both when she handled major international clients for the Bank and later when she became the credit conscience of the Bank.  Her dedicated service earned the highest respect of all who worked with her.

Ceci was my best friend.  She introduced me to opera and introduced me to my husband. She was the only woman I ever went clothes shopping with.  I will so miss her intelligence, warmth and generosity.

Ceci was a wonderful colleague and friend with whom I spent many hours laughing, both during our years at Union Bank and our recent retirements.  I will miss her.  My sincere condolences to John and all her family.

Our prayers go out to CeCe's husband and other family members. CeCe was a strong and deligent worker who established many friends during her tenor at Union Bank. I was fortunate to work with CeCe and reported to her directly. She will be greatly missed.

I am so also so so sad to hear about Cecil.  We had many happy times as Supers at the Opera. We loved being on stage.  She was such a lovely person.

I'm so very sorry to learn of Ceci's passing - we shared many fun times at SF Opera and she will be missed by all her fellow supers !!!

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Cecilia Marie Valente

9 septembre 1950 – 18 juillet 2012

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