Marie Denise Guignard passed away peacefully at home in Norristown, PA, with her family by her side, on April 25, 2023. "Mom", "Grandma," and "DoDo" are what she was affectionately known as. She was born in Anse Rouge, Haiti, on November 20, 1938. She was the beloved daughter of the late Dominique Denize and Amania Emmanuel. Upon graduating high school, Marie went on to work as a dedicated watchmaker and inspector with Unitime Industries in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, where she raised her family and later moved to Norristown, PA to be with her family. Marie was the dedicated and very loving mother to Felix Guignard Jr., Ronald Guignard (the late Joann), Nadege Claxton (Ishmael), Wagner Guignard (Rosemarie), and Gerald Guignard. Caring grandmother to Iyfield, Marie Denise (William), Tyler, Gabriella, Gerald Jr., Moesha, and Kassandra. Affectionate Great grandmother to the late Anthony, the late LeLe, the late GeGe, William Jr., and Kingston; dear friend and former wife to Felix Guignard, Sr. Those also left to cherish her memories are her nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was welcomed into heaven by her siblings, Emmanuela Lazare, Myrtha Alexandre, Jean-Claude Emmanuel, and Carlos Emmanuel. She will be deeply missed by all who loved her. In her free time, Marie loved get-togethers with her family, where she was able to share family history as well as current events. Marie enjoyed watching her soap operas during the week and music videos on the weekends; she knew about all the celebrity drama. Marie was one of the kindest yet outspoken people you will ever meet. She will let you know exactly what is on her mind, but in the sweetest manner. Marie opened her heart and her home to many over the years; she was very loving and made sure to give kisses with an "I love you" followed by a "be safe and watch your back" before you left out the door. Marie was a very generous mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend who did not miss a special day. She was very well known for her "Happy Love" cards. Mom, Grandma, Matante, Dodo we love you so much and will miss you immensely.
Relatives and friends are invited to Marie’s viewing on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., with her funeral service to follow at Sisto Funeral Home of Bronx, New York, 3489 East Tremont Ave. Entombment to follow at St. Raymond Cemetery in the Bronx, NY.