Jacqueline "Jackie" (Supina) Guido

Mrs. Jacqueline “Jackie" (Supina) Guido, age 74, of Utica, passed away on Friday, April 23, 2010 at the Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare Center with the love and support of her family by her side. Born in Utica on February 18, 1936, Jackie was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Jennie (Potenza) Supina. Raised and educated locally, she was a 1954 graduate of T. R. Proctor High School. On October 12, 1957 she married Richard J. Guido with whom she shared 19 years prior to his passing on December 27, 1976; they shared a supportive relationship and were a “great team”. They were mutually devoted to each other during their adult life, and ironically, they lived next door to each other during their childhood. Jackie worked in the telecommunications industry for many years, starting with the New York Telephone Company which subsequently became NYNEX, then Bell Atlantic, and finally evolved into Verizon. Her positions varied during her tenure with the company, including her job in the accounting department, her responsibilities as an operator, a supervisor, a technical support person, and lastly, a supply coordinator. She was an active member of the Telephone Pioneers of America Club, having shared her talents as co-editor of their newsletter as well as holding an office within the organization. Jackie leaves many memories of a life well lived. She will be best remembered for being selfless in all aspects of her life, her positive nature, optimistic outlook, and charitable ways. She was an independent woman, always strong and faith-filled in times of adversity. But foremost in her heart was the love and regard she held for her children. Generous, thoughtful, and dependable, “Granmoo” was loved and adored by her grandchildren and involved in their lives and activities. She took an interest in social and civic functions, and was blessed with many meaningful friendships. She honored her family, her church, her community, and her workplace through her grace, goodness, and generosity in all aspects of her life. She was a member of the Business and Professional Women’s Foundation where she served as treasurer, the Daughters of Columbus, the Democratic Women’s Club, and participated in a variety of local political events and issues. She was involved in the election process as an inspector for the voting booths at local polling stations, and she acted as a monitor for the General Equivalency Diploma (GED) test sites and participated in the Neighborhood Watch Program. She was a Mets fan and an avid reader, especially of novels. Jackie also engaged in the needs of the St. Anthony Parish Festival where she was noted for her devotion, and was involved with the St. Cosmo & St. Damiano Society from its inception. Devoted to her Catholic faith, she was a communicant of St. Anthony & St Agnes Church where she daily attended Mass and offered up her recitation of the Holy Rosary. Jackie is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, who she loved as a daughter, Richard J. Guido of Manhattan, and Larry D. and Deborah Guido of Whitesboro; and her cherished grandchildren, Samantha A. Guido, and Alexandra A. Guido. Survivors also include her sister, Marie T. Newell of North Carolina; her nieces and nephews, including Debbie and Steve DiFondi, Michael Newell, David and Cay Newell, David and Donna Guido, Maryann and Mark Van Dreason, and Sue Guido; great-nieces, great-nephews, her aunt, Roccatelle Cavaiola; cousins Jeanne and Walt Armstrong, Deanna and Larry Dumain; in-laws, Isabelle Guido, and Phyllis Guido; her friends, Barbara Santino, Roberta Jarema, Pam Malta, Dolores Ptak, Lucretia Hunt, Josephine O'Dell and Ellie Andrews; and her extended family, Sharon and Michael Giruzzi and children, Fran Kauth, and Michael Kauth. She was predeceased by her father-in-law and mother-in-law, David and Angeline Guido; her in-laws, Gordon Newell, Vincent R. Guido, Raymond A. Guido; her nephew, Vincent L. Guido; and her son’s mother-in-law and dear friend, Rosemary (Torchia) Kauth. The family wishes to acknowledge Jackie’s complete confidence and utmost respect for Dr. Atul Butala. Appreciation is also offered to the outstanding staff of the Regional Cancer Center for their unparalleled compassion and encouragement; the Masonic Care Community of NY households for their ability to continue Jackie’s independence and yet provide inspirational care; the caregivers of Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center 6th floor for their outstanding diligence and love; and Fr. Anthony LaFache, Deacon Bill Dischiavo, and Sr. Maureen Denn, CSJ, for their spiritual guidance. Visitation will be held Monday (today) from 4:00-7:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc. 932 South St. corner of Hammond Ave. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial and Celebration of Life which will commence on Tuesday morning at 10:30 at St. Anthony & St. Agnes Church. Committal services will follow with entombment in the Resurrection Chapel Mausoleum at Holy Trinity Cemetery.

Jacqueline "Jackie" (Supina) Guido

February 18, 1936 - April 23, 2010