She was a descendent of Robert Livingston, a historic statesman and William Pierce, the captain of the Mayflower's second voyage. Her father, Carroll Sheppard Pierce, served in the secret service under presidents Truman and Eisenhower. Her mother, Sue Pierce Purdie raised her children proudly in Colts Neck, NJ.
In her youth, Polly was an equestrian who had a passion for horses. She graduated from Red Bank Catholic High School and soon after married Joseph Giuliani in 1981. Together they had two children and lived in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ before moving to Sarasota, FL in 1989. She and Joseph remained lifelong friends.
She was bright, charismatic and excelled at every goal she set for herself. She was a licensed practical nurse who worked at The Glendridge on Palmer Ranch. As a nurse, she was a hero. She was dedicated to her profession and provided her residents with the most compassionate care. She was a loving mother and grandmother, she enjoyed music and biographies.
Polly joins her father Carroll and sister Karen and is survived by her mother Sue Pierce Purdie and Ron Purdie; her brother Brad; her sister Suzi; her children Jamison and Giuseppi; and her grandchildren Genevieve, Max and Leah.
At the request of her family, a private service will be held.
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