Maria was born on October 10, 1935 in Split, Croatia; passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 15, 2018. She was loved dearly and will be missed by her husband Milko, her daughters Nives and Janet, her son Daniel and his wife Sandy, her son Johnny, all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and her many friends. Everyone that knew her will understand our great loss.
A Prayer Service and viewing will be held at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, December 19th, 2018 in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Leopold Mandic Croatian Catholic Church on Thursday, December 20th, 2018 at 11:00 am followed by interment at Royal Oak Burial Park.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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31 Responses
Dear Janet and family, we are very, very sorry for the loss of your dear mother. She was such a lovely, hard working woman. She loved her garden, her home, cooking for her family, but most of all, she loved her family. She will be missed so very much. Hugs to all, Linda and Ron Cain xo
Our sincere condolences to the Jadresko family. We are sorry for your loss. Maria was a wonderful and classy lady.
Our thoughts are with you.
Vlado, Ida and Daria Bracic
Danny. Sandy and family. Sorry to hear of your loss. Mom’s are special. From birth through our life’s journey they are always there for us. Take care. Norm and Martine.
Dear Danny, Sandy and your entire family. Our hearts go out to you during this time. We will keep each of you in our prayers. May you hold the memory of her, and the good times you had together close, and may you find comfort in sharing them with each other.
With respect,
Sorry to hear of your loss Danny.
Although I only met your mother briefly, her grace and radiance was obvious. I’m sure she will be sorely missed.
My condolences to you, Sandy (especially with her recent loss as well) and the rest of your family. I hope you can find strength in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Malcolm
Danny, Sandy, and Family.
We are so sorry for you loss. Maria was a remarkable and very strong woman. The bedrock matriarch of the Jadreskos. We wish you the strength you will need during this tough time.
We are abroad, but you are in our thoughts and we are sending our love.
Jurgen and Angelika
Nives, I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your wonderful mother. It was a blessing that you were able to spend so much time with her this past year. She will surely be missed, but I hope those memories will bring you some comfort in the days ahead. My deepest condolences to your entire family.
Much love, Rita
Dear Danny,Sandy & Family
Our deepest condolences to you & your family at this time of loss.
Your mother was a beautiful woman and will be missed
Zoran & Jane Brajkovic and family
I share your Grief Milko, Danny and Sandra, as well as Everyone who Loved Maria.
She was a Wonderful person and I sure enjoyed all the time we spent together.
God Bless my beloved Friend.
Such sad news, so blessed to have met her. My thoughts with your family durinf this difficult time.