We just found out about the passing of Maria. We have so many great memories with the Gaspsra Family at St. Luke's and  Live Oak Park and endless Soccer Vacations. Maria was always smiling and laughing and was always a great team mom for Tony. We were extremely sorry to hear this sad news and send our love to Mike, Anthony and Emily.  Such a great loss to your family but we know your memories will be in your hearts forever.  Love to all Tony and Jeanette Falzone

Maria was both family and friend and I will miss her dearly. Although we didn't see each other very much over the years I always knew that she was there for me if I needed words of encouragement and support and I hope that I provided a little happiness to her through her final journey. Love you, Maria, I know you are still there listening.....

Dear Mike, Anthony and Emily, We are all very sorry for the loss of Maria Nela. I have in my memories her beautiful smile and the love for her children. May God have her in peace.
Un abrazo,
Ana Sittenfeld, San José, Costa Rica

I had the privilege of working with Maria a few times, and got to spend some quality time with her and the crew, my best memory is in Paris in 2009, we ate like kings and queens, the best escargot I had in my life was with Maria and friends in this small intimate restaurant in Paris, we spent a great week together sharing with colleagues and friends, I remember her as someone who was the light of the party, always with a positive attitude, a great smile, a memorable person with a great infectious positive personality, May God bring healing to her dear family and friends, may she be remembered and her memories cherished, may Jesus hold her in His arms and receive her with a smile into an eternal life of joy and happiness, without sorrow, without pain or sickness, with a smile in her face that will never fade away.

Gaspara Family, my prayers and condolences. Maria's smile and many laughs we shared while working at Cisco will never be forgotten.

Mike, Anthony and Emily..I am so very sorry for your loss of such a wonderful woman and a great "Mia" (Grandmother) to our granddaughter, Novalee Delia.  Maria will be greatly missed by her family and friends.  She is now cradled in God's arms.  We will all miss seeing her at the soccer games cheering our granddaughter's team. Rest in peace Maria.

Querida familia:
Estamos muy tristes por la mala noticia recibida, un abrazo para todos 
Pilar y Yayo

Sending strength, love, and my condolences to Michael, Anthony, Emily, and my daughter Nocalee. Maria was an amazing woman who had an endless amount of stories about everyone she loved. I will never forget her and what an amazing mother, wife, friend, and grandma she was. She is greatly missed. May she rest in peace and always be remembered with a smile.

Marianela's smile,laugh and sense of humor were one of a kind. To Mike, Emily and Anthony my most sincerest condolences. She will be missed and i'm glad I was able to give her one last hug and see her smile one last time.

Mike, Emily and Anthony:  my prayers for Marianela were daily since I knew she was sick.  Please receive my condolonces and warm regards.  She is now in a better place and will be always in your hearts.  A big hug, Pacho

Mike and family- I'm so very sorry to hear of Maria's passing. I remember the last time I saw her we were riding the bus into downtown LA, it had to have been in the late 80's. She had such a great smile and a wonderful laugh. I will remember her fondly. May God be with you during this difficult time.

Mike, so sorry to hear about the loss of Maria. My thoughts & prayers go out to you & your family.

Maria always thought of others before herself. She always talked about her wonderful family and how much she loved them. The world will not be the same without Maria. I will miss her very much

The impact Maria had on us all will leave us with warm hearts. How lucky we are to have her watching over us. She will never be forgotten or replaced...

I spent many a phone call at work laughing with Maria as well as some good times in Las Vegas.  I will miss you my friend

I am very saddened and sorry to hear of your loss. Maria was a wonderful person to work with at Cisco. I will never forget her. She is an angel above now, looking upon us.

I am very saddened and sorry for the loss of Maria!  She was a wonderful person to work with at Cisco.. I will never forget her.

She always went out of her way to make me feel supported and taken care of and I'll never forget that.  Plus, she was a hoot to be around!  Her time on earth was too short, but she'll be forever in God's hands and that's a blessing.

So sorry for your loss. Maria was a beautiful person inside and out. She was the first person I ever spoke with at Cisco and she always made my day with her sense of humor and laughter. She will forever be remembered and loved.

I am sorry for your loss, Maria was such a positive sweet person. She was welcoming and warm when I was new at Cisco and she made me feel like family! I have been blessed to know her and be impacted by her joy!

Mike and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Maria. She was such a sweet person. She will be greatly missed. Thoughts & prayers to you & your family.

“We are so sad for the loss of Maria and we will love her forever. She gave us a lot of happiness and love”.

One of the toughest, strongest, honest and generous people I have ever met.  She was a second mom to many and I miss her cooking holiday meals, giving advice on life or just being Mia....She was an amazing woman who will is now in a peaceful place and forever in our hearts.

Maria, Ana, my sister Gaby and I grew up together in a special union that will be cherished forever in my heart. Maria was always a caring, strong, smart and warm person whom I will never forget.  She is now an Angel with God and will continue in our hearts as the special person she always was in life. 
San Jose, Costa Rica

I have been blessed for having Maria in my life.  We laughed and prayed together on the phone-nothing stopped us!!!!

She is an inspiration to all -I will miss her smile, laugh and friendship.

Maria, may the Lord keep you close and look upon us who are left to carry on without YOU!!

My prayers and thoughts are with you Mike and dear son and daughter. 

Maria, we will meet again in Heaven.  Amen.

Saddened to hear the loss of Maria.  I will never forget her on the sidline of the soccer field cheering all of us on and pushing us! great spirit!  on behalf of the Santangelo family, we would like to offer our deepest condolences.

Such a warm and generous spirit!  Maria would do ANYTHING to help anyone in need.  There was nothing better than getting Maria to laugh...it was the kind of laugh that made you laugh right along with her. Rest in peace Maria.  You will be missed!  We are so lucky to have known you!

Such a beautiful lady - her smile is one in a million.  Maria is truly beautiful on the inside and out!  I had the pleasure of working with Maria on Cisco projects and she always added so much fun to every project!  I am honored to have known her even for such a brief time.  My heart aches for family and friends and my thoughts are with you all.  She will live on forever in our hearts and memories!  Sincerely, Pam Sette

Maria is one of the kindest, warm, genuine, and inspiring people I have met.   She set an exceptional example of having fun and enjoying others.   What a wonderful woman.

Maria you will be greatly missed and I will always cherish our friendship!  I love you and God has another angel by his side.  xoxo- Samantha

OBITUARY

Maria Gaspara

May 20, 1956 – December 7, 2013

Pierce Brothers Turner & Stevens Mortuary

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