Patrice (patti) Guarachi (ahrens) Obituary (1952 - 2024)

Born Jan 14, 1952, Patrice (patti) Guarachi (ahrens) attended Hillsdale High School in San Mateo, CA. View the obituary, post a memory, or share a photo about Patrice (patti) Guarachi (ahrens).

Graduation Year	Class of 1970
Date of Birth	Jan 14, 1952
Date of Passing	Jan 01, 2024
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Events	Patrice Guarachi, lovingly known as Patti, peacefully passed away on January 1, 2024, after a 2-1/2 year battle with a insidious disease. While at home in Des Moines, Washington. She was born on January 14, 1952, in San Gabriel, California to William and June Ahrens. Patti was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Wayne Ahrens of Anderson Valley. Also a niece, Erika Ann Ahrens, who died tragically in a car accident at a young age. Patti is survived by her son, Marcel Guarachi, and her grandchildren, Julian and Kiana Norman-Guarachi, all residing in Fort Bragg, California. She is also survived by her loving, dedicated husband, Parker Jones, of Des Moines, Washington. And her sister, Cynthia Hollinger, of Anderson Vally, California. She had quite a few friends in Anderson Valley and Fort Bragg. Everyone who knew her in Mendocino County loved her. Growing up in California, Patti had a deep appreciation for art, music and creativity. She attended Hillsdale High School in San Mateo and graduated Woodside High School in Woodside, California. Patti continued her education at Cañada College in Redwood City, where she studied painting and design. She further honed her artistic skills at the College of the Redwoods in Fort Bragg, California. She enjoyed playing piano, accordion and ukelele, both at home, and with The Bettys on the North Coast of California. (Betty Will, Betty Can't, and Betty Won't) Patti had a fulfilling career as a Special Education Teacher for Mendocino County Schools. Her dedication to her students and passion for teaching left a lasting impact on the community. Additionally, she pursued her artistic endeavors, becoming a renowned local artist in Mendocino and Fort Bragg, California. As an artist, Patti drew inspiration from the natural beauty of Northern California. The ocean's splendor and the majestic redwood trees with creatures therein captured her heart. Her artwork reflected her love for vibrant colors and a touch of humor. Patti's talent and creativity shone through her various mediums, including murals, signs, paintings, music and more. Beyond her professional pursuits, Patti cherished her role as a mother and grandmother. She adored spending time with her family, creating lasting memories and sharing her artistic passion with them. A Celebration of Life will be planned for later this spring to honor Patti's remarkable life and the joy she brought to those around her. In memory of Patti Guarachi, may her artistic spirit continue to inspire and bring happiness to all who encounter her work.