Janice Marie (Lombardi) Guerriere

Janice Marie (Lombardi) Guerriere, a resident of Milford and Pocasset, passed away with grace on September 6, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer. Janice was born in Milford Hospital on March 6, 1938. In 1960, she married the love of her life and best friend, Louis (Babe) Guerriere. They were happily married for over 60 years.

She was the cherished mother to her daughters and sons-in-law, who she thought of as her sons. She leaves Beth Sullivan and her husband, James, of Wakefield and Lynn McCarthy, and her husband, Steve, of Norwood. Her legacy of love continued in her five grandchildren, who were the pride and joy of her life, Caitlyn, Lauren and Justin Sullivan and Kristi and Keri McCarthy. Janice was the daughter of the late Domenic (Doc) and Anne (Anesta) Lombardi. She leaves a brother, Paul Lombardi of Estero, Florida, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, and a very special group of close high school girlfriends (“The Girls”), whose friendships have lasted a lifetime.

She graduated from Milford High School and the Worcester School of Business Science. She was involved in the operation of her husband’s business, Guerriere & Halnon Engineering and Land Surveying in Milford and was the company bookkeeper until her retirement. She was the secretary to the Greater Milford Homebuilders Association, a former member of the Quinshipaug Woman’s Club, the Sacred Women’s Club and the Milford Hospital Ladies Aid. She served for many years on the Mélange Committee of the Milford Regional Medical Center. Janice was a member of the Senator Louis P. Bertonazzi Foundation.

She and Lou believed in giving back to the community and contributed and supported all of the hospital’s major campaigns. They were members of the hospital’s 1903 Society. They established the Louis L.E’59 and Janice Guerriere Legacy Scholarship at Lou’s alma mater, Northeastern University, granting financial assistance to a student attending the university. They remain members of the university’s Frank Palmer Speare Society. Janice was a faithful communicant of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Milford and St. John the Evangelist Church in Pocasset. She and Lou held season’s tickets to the New England Patriots and looked forward to cheering on their team at games and Super Bowls. They traveled extensively, enjoying many cruises and vacations to destinations around the world. Their most precious vacations were those they took with their children, grandchildren and dear friends. Their home in Pocasset served as the setting for many of those special times. Janice could be found on summer afternoons sitting with Lou on the front porch, enjoying a cocktail and taking in the views of the ever changing sea and beautiful sunsets. Janice was deeply grateful for the wonderful care given to her by Dr. Humberto Rossi and the kind team of nurses at the Dana Farber Cancer Center in Milford.

Family and friends will gather to remember Janice on Saturday, September 12, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Consigli-Ruggerio Funeral Home, 46 Water Street, Milford. A Mass of Christian burial will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 5 East Main Street, Milford. Interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy may be made in Janice’s memory to the Milford Hospital Regional Healthcare Foundation - The Oliva Fund for Cancer Care, 14 Prospect Street, Milford, MA 01757 or to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Legacy of Faith, 5 East Main Street, Milford, MA 01757.

Guest Book

Dear Family, So sorry for your loss. Mrs Guerriere always displayed such kindness to me. May the love of family and friends help you through this difficult time. Dan Smith
Dan Smith

Lou and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We loved spending time with you and Jan watching the fireworks on the 4th of July. There wasn’t a nicer or more joyful person than Jan. She will be missed by many. Prayers and Love
Brian, Courtney and Penelope Murkland

Love's last gift is remembrance. May we always remember you, Janice. Rest in Peace.
Mary Moore Charbonneau

Lou and Family, My prayers are with you all during this time. Jan will be missed greatly ❤️
Taylor Murkland

Babe, Lynn and Beth, I am incredibly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers, and those of my family, are with you. God Bless.
Rob Blasio

Dear Lou, I'm so sorry for your loss. I MET her through Lois and loved her company,a gracious host. Rest in peace,Janice. ."They lived,they laughed,they loved,they left". God bless you and your family. Marsha Simmler
Marsha Simmlerx9plc

Dear Lou, Paul and family members. Sally and I send our sincerest condolences for the loss of dear Janice. May she Rest In Peace.
Michael Brita

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Janice's family. Our luncheons were always a wonderful time to reconnect. Classmate Eleanor Eknaian
Eleanor Eknaian

Lou and family we are deeply sorry to hear of Janice’s passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Maryjo (Halnon) & Brian Woodworth
Maryjo & Brian Woodworth

Lou and family, so sorry for your loss. Janice was a gracious and wonderful woman. We will be forever grateful to you for being part of our family celebrations and helping us during our times of loss.
John D. Halnon, Jr. and family

Babe, thoughts and prayers for your Bride and family. She was such a beautiful person, leaving us all with beautiful memories. Ann Marie and Jimmy Scanzaroli and Michael
Ann Marie Scanzaroli

Lou I remember on our many hunting trips how you always referred to her as your “Bride” and I want you to know I always thought that was a great expression of your love for her. My deepest sympathies to you and the family.
John Ablondi

I am so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Eternal rest grant unto her soul and may she Rest In Peace🙏🏻❤️
Cronin-Weinstein Family

I am saddened to hear of your loss. An incredibly strong woman who will be dearly missed. Kelly Smith (Lynn's law school classmate)
Kelly Smith

So sad to hear about Janice. Thinking of you all and sending you so much love and strength during this difficult time.
Christine Ristaino

Words cannot express our sympathy. We are so sorry for your loss.
Mike & Barbara

Lou and family, We are all so sad over the loss of our friend. We have had a lifetime of beautiful memories with all of you and we are so thankful. She will be forever in our hearts and we love you all. Love,
Jerry & Betty, Kathy, Amy, Kevin

Dear Lou and family. We send our love and condolences to you and your family. Dear Jan will be so missed. She so loved her family and friends, she will be in our hearts.. Butch and Judy Mccausland
Judith and Lloyd Mccausland

To Babe & Family. Our prayers are with all of you. Janice always planned such wonderful times together such a lovely,gracious, kind Friend to The Girls. We will never forget her ,she will always be in our hearts. Rosemary & John Mazzone
Rosemary Mazzone

Lou, Lucille and I are so sorry to have learned of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Dave Clinkman

Lou, Your loss cannot be described. I'll always treasure the time I spent with both of you. Know too that I so admired the way Jan and you handled her illness. Ed Ruscitti
Ed Ruscitti

We have been BFFs since grade school. I called her our president. She was the glue that kept us together throughout the years. She planned our trips to Broadway shows, spas, restaurants or simply dinner at her beautiful home. She entertained us for a weekend each July at Pocasset By The Sea (6 couples). To miss her is an understatement. Our Love and Prayers to Babe and All her Family. June, Donna, Carole, Barbara, Betty, Elaine, Rosemary, and Dottie
Girlfriends

We are saddened by the loss of our beautiful friend, Janice. A woman of kindness and generosity in life and courage and grace in adversity, she was a role model for all who loved her.
Donna & Joe Hannigan

Lou words cannot express our sympathy and sorrow over the loss of Janice. A true friend and wonderful mother, grandmother, and wife. Our hearts go with you and your family.
Ted and Elaine Rizoli

Dear Family, We are all grieving right now but none so much as her loving family. I send my sincere sympathy. I shall miss all our many emails and phone calls and just knowing she was my friend. I love all of you, Carole Zmijewski
Carole Zmijewski

To Lou and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Words cannot express how saddened we are to lose such a dear friend. Jan will be forever in our hearts.
Brian and Robin Murkland

Lou so sorry for you’re loss, our prayers are with you and your Family! God Speed Anthony P.Parente
Anthony P Parente

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