LEONARD JOSEPH GUARISCO SR.
June 13, 1930-March 14, 2018
Leonard Joseph Guarisco Sr., age 87, passed away from natural causes on March 14, 2018, in his home surrounded by his loving wife and family.
A life-long resident of Morgan City, Leonard was born on June 13, 1930, and raised by parents John J. Guarisco and Jennie Baglio Guarisco. Leonard grew to become the cornerstone and patriarch of his own family. He was the base upon which his descendants built their foundations. With his cherished and devoted wife of 64 years, Rose Collette Guarisco, he achieved the American Dream. Serving as the example, he instilled in his children and grandchildren that with hard work, faith, commitment, loyalty, and perseverance a prosperous and fulfilling life is possible. A member of the National Guard, aviator, and race boat enthusiast, Leonard dedicated time to the family and its businesses, later becoming a successful entrepreneur for over 40 years.
He is lovingly remembered and survived by his wife, Rose; his son, Leonard J. Guarisco Jr. and wife Judy Guarisco; his son, Patrick D. Guarisco; his son, Brent M. Guarisco and partner Chris Cameron; his son-in-law, Carlos Monge; seven grandchildren and their spouses: Chris J. Ortis, Serena O. Lynn, Constance G. Wallace and husband Richard Wallace Jr., Sarah E. Guarisco, Gregory J. Guarisco, Joslynn G. Matherne and husband Caleb Matherne, and Patrick D. Guarisco Jr.; six great-grandchildren with one on the way; two great-great-grandchildren; and his sister, Rosetta G. Teague.
Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, John and Jennie; brother, John J. Guarisco Jr.; and daughter, Jennie L. Guarisco.
All services for Leonard will be held Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Morgan City beginning with a gathering for family and friends from 8-9:30 a.m., a rosary at 9:30 a.m., and funeral mass at 10 a.m. led by Rev. Noas Kerketta. Graveside service and interment will follow mass at Morgan City Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Hargrave Funeral Home