A school teacher by trade, Marie Kontos lived the ideal California life, a happy childhood growing up with her three siblings in a large extended Greek family, a graduate of the Un...view moreA school teacher by trade, Marie Kontos lived the ideal California life, a happy childhood growing up with her three siblings in a large extended Greek family, a graduate of the University of Southern California, marriage to an attorney and three daughters. Now retired, Marie volunteers her time with the Assistance League and Meals on Wheels, enjoys her family and friends and loves to pass on her wisdom to her three precious granddaughters, Elle, Kate and Claire.view less