Lardizabal, Marie, 45, of Tampa, passed away suddenly August 31, 2011. She was a dedicated wife, mother, sister, and friend and will be forever missed by the many lives she touched. Marie grew up in Chicopee Massachusetts. After high school moved to St Petersburg Florida in 1985 to attend Mirror Lake & Tomlinson School for her graphic arts training. Upon graduation she worked as a Graphic Designer for local companies such as Home Shopping Network, Nielsen Media Research, and as a freelance designer. Marie's passion for design ultimately led her to establish Crush Branding and Design, LLC in Tampa Florida, as the company owner & president. She loved the arts, playing tennis with her daughter, travel, and celebrating life with friends and family. She is survived by her husband of 24 years, Bryan, daughter Rachel, great uncle Paul Perron and her sister Pauline Laplante .