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THERESA JURISICH FICOVICH, age 95, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 1 at her daughter's residence with family members at her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Matt J. Ficovich and daughter of the late Anthony (Duba, Croatia) and Marie Vodepic Jurisich (Kuna, Croatia); devoted mother of Wanda Moore (the late W.C. Moore), the late Jean Cognevich (late Maurice Cognevich) and Joan Kain (David); grandmother of Davina C. Pecoraro (Joe), Marilyn M. Simunich (Mike), Maurissa C. Taylor (Kenny), Melinda Moore, Zia K. Brown (David) and Arrie Kain. She is survived by 14 great-grandchildren and 2 great, great-grandchildren. Sister to the late Luke Jurisich, Martha J. Battistella and Malcom Jurisich. She is also survived by sister-in-law Ida Jurisich and many devoted nieces, nephews and cousins. Theresa was born at 518 Dumaine Street in New Orleans, but lived most of her life in Empire, Louisiana until she moved to Metairie in 1990. Theresa enjoyed a rich history of being a past member of the Croatian Community both in Empire and New Orleans. Her great-grandfather, Luke Jurisich, a native of Duba, Croatia is credited with being the "Father of the Oyster Industry" (Dixie Roto, 1967). During her Empire years, she was an active member of St. Ann's Church, the Empire Citizens Organization and the Ladies Auxiliary of the United Slavonian Benevolent Association. She was currently a member of the Croatian American Society and St. Philip Neri Church. Special thanks to Cookie Coates, Mary Migliore, Rajka Vercher and Debbie Mueller for their loving care. Theresa "Tee" was a kind and gentle lady; hers was a life well lived. She will be sadly missed. Visitation on Wednesday, April 4 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. with Christian Mass at 11 a.m. at Jacob Schoen Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Ann's Church, Empire LA 70050 or the Croatian American Society, P.O. Box 367, Belle Chasse, LA 70037.
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April 6, 2012
MARGARET BULOT
DEAR WANDA AND FAMILY..M SINCERE SYMPATHY ON THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER. THOUGHTS AAND PRAYERS GO OUT ON HER BEHALF. LOVE TO YOU.. AND YOURS
April 4, 2012
Dear Wanda and Joan,
I am so sorry for your loss. Ms Theresa was a beautiful lady. I remember her so much from Empire when we were just kids playing together, you, Jean, and Audrey.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Theresa
April 4, 2012
Celestine Walker
With Deepest Sympathy, May you find tranqulity in nowng that friends and loved ones share in the the loss of your dearly departed.
April 3, 2012
Louise Hines Heard
Joan, I am so sorry to hear this, yes she was a very sweet, sweet Person, a real Southern Lady as I recall, and we will always remember being in her Home and yes the memories. You and your Family will indeed miss her but please know our thoughts and Prayers are with you...lou
April 3, 2012
Patsy Walet
Wanda and Joanie, my love and prayers are with you. What fond memories I have of being with your mother and all of you. How much my mother enjoyed visiting with her. She was a sweetheart.
Patsy Scobel Walet
April 3, 2012
ROSEMARIE BULOT BAKER
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
April 3, 2012
St. Joseph Hospice
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 3, 2012
John Jay Bubrig, Jr.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April 3, 2012
Sharlene Dimak
We are so sorry to hear of Ms. Theresa passing away. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. (The Tony Dimak Family) Bea, Sharlene, Toni Lea and Dennis
April 2, 2012
Cookie Coates Mullinax
Oh well Ms. Tee I surely will miss our little talks at night. You telling me all about you and your hubby and how he liked to dance. Also how much you loved you daughters taking care of you.That they were good at coming to stay with you at night. Also how great you were by helping me get you in the tub to shower we had no problem at all it was our little game. How you had to put 302 on at night before you went to bed and i would tease you that you were going to the mattress ball .You also told me how tired you were so now you are at peace up there dancing with your hubby and the rest of your family.You know we hate to let the ones we love go but it was you time and we all will miss you very much. My heart goes out to Wanda and Joan I am here for y'all if there is anything I can do. My prayers are with all of you and Ms. Tee I love all of you.
Love and prayers,
Cookie Coates Mullinax
and Chad Michael
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