Leona Antoinette Tarantino

Monday, January 25, 2021. Her beloved husband, Dominic, was by her side and

she was surrounded by her children and the love of her grandchildren. Gratefully,

she passed quickly and peacefully. She is survived by her lifelong love, Dominic

Tarantino, three loving children Robert (Wendy), Stephen (Cordes) and Leanne

(John), and 6 adoring grandchildren; Anna Mia, Matthew, Thomas, Jack, Ashley

and Lulu. She was blessed with a long, healthy, happy life.

A San Francisco native and devout Catholic, Leona attended Sacred Heart

Elementary School, Presentation High School and Lone Mountain College (USF)

where she earned a bachelors degree in Art. At a Halloween party in high

school, she met Dom, the love of her life. They married immediately after

graduating from college and celebrated 66 years of a beautiful marriage; 72

years of enduring love. The couple lived in Greenwich Connecticut with their

young family and extended their circle of friends. They lived a charmed life, filled

with traveling the globe for Dom’s work at PWC international accounting firm,

meeting business leaders, celebrities at the Oscars, and spiritual teachers such

as the Pope and the Dali Lama; she endeared them all with her kind demeanor.

Leona spent much of her life volunteering wherever her talents were

needed. She dedicated her life as a loving caregiver and brought beauty into the

world through her artwork. Her attention to detail extended to her interest in

others as she cared for everything and everyone with deep love. Her annual

hand drawn Christmas cards were a cherished gift to all who received them. A

devoted wife, mother and grandmother, Leona was happiest when her family was

gathered all together and made a celebration out of any event with impeccable

style. Her role as Nonni was the most rewarding as she always had cookies on

hand for the grandchildren and was present at every play, game, competition and

presentation. Her sweet smile, gracious manner and generous heart will be

remembered by all who knew her.

A private mass for the immediate family is scheduled for Thursday,

February 4th at 11:00 am PT at St. Ignatius Church. You can join the live stream

of the mass by going to this link [https://www.youtube.com/c/StIgnatiusParishSF],

click on the Live tab. A full celebration of her life will be held when Covid

restrictions have lifted. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be

made in Leona’s name to two of her favorite charities. Little Sisters of the Poor,

300 Lake Street,

San Francisco CA 94118

and/or

Sisters of Perpetual Adoration,

771 Ashbury Street, San Francisco, CA. 94117.

Leona will forever remain in our

hearts. May she rest in eternal peace.