ROSEMARY “MITZIE” MITRI (nee Grzincic) age 90, beloved wife of the late Anthony; loving mother of Anthony (wife Jenny), Laurel (Morello, DDS) Busan (husband Nicholas) and Marianne Mitri; devoted grandmother of Michelle Reaves (husband Scott), Paul and Anthony Morello, and Grace Mitri and great-grandmother of Taviana Reaves; cherished daughter of the late John and Josephine (nee Mozina) Grzincic; dearest sister of the late William Grzincic and Jenny Motsch (husband Joe, deceased); dear aunt and great-aunt.
Mitzie was born on August 8, 1927 in the coal mining town of Thompson No. 1, Pennsylvania and passed away on September 23, 2017. She was a resident of South Euclid and a member of St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church of Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish for 43 years. Mitzie graduated from East High School in 1945 and Kent State University in 1949. She married the love of her life, Tony, at St. Vitus Catholic Church. Mitzie was a member of the South Euclid Historical Society. She was a finished and fine art artist with Higbee’s & The May Company for over 20 years and later became a self-employed freelance artist. Mitzie loved golf, cards, visiting art museums and traveling Europe. She will be remembered most as a vibrant, independent and intelligent woman. Mitzie was remarkably creative, thoughtful and compassionate, a gift to us all, who will be greatly missed.
Mass of Christian Burial Friday, September 29, 2017 at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church of Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish at 9:30 AM. Burial following at Knollwood Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Mitzie at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF SOUTH EUCLID, 4600 MAYFIELD RD. (just east of Green Rd.) THURSDAY 3-8 PM.
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Evans Family
Our thoughts are with the family in this time of sorrow.
May the memories you share with family and friends be a source of strength and the God of comfort a refuge in your time of need.
Nadine Lavelle Scates
To my dearest family, some things I’d like to say…
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I’m writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there’s no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I’m out of sight.
Remember that I’m with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, “I welcome you.”
It’s good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they’ll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you’re part of my plan.
There’s so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.”
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day’s chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you….in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn’t understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o’er.
I’m closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I’d like it for you too…
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who’s in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night……”My day was not in vain.”
And now I am contented….that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you’re walking down the street, and you’ve got me on your mind;
I’m walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it’s time for you to go…. from that body to be free,
remember you’re not going…..you’re coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
http://www.ruthann1.com –
Judy and David Dearden
Thoughts, prayers and condolences are being sent to your entire family for the loss of your beautiful mother….
Jayne and Dan Lynch
Marianne and Grace and family:
Dan and I are thinking of you in this time of loss. I know your memories of her love for both of you are numerous and cherished. Please accept our sympathy.
Debbie Clark Burley
So sorry for your loss Tony! My prayers are being lifted for you and your family!
Debasis Sahoo
Marianne – I am so sorry to hear about this. Heartfelt condolence to the Mitri Family.
Mya Eanes
taking this time out to send my condolence I will keep you and your family in my prayer Marianne. pray God gives you the comfort you need through this hard time
Sandy Stephens
Marianne-I give my Condolences to you and your family. She must have had a great life and personality just like you have. I pray for you and your family, She is at peace now and happy in which one day we will all go there as well. I believe you must be the happy person like your mother was, she loved what she did just like you love what you do now.
Vicki Bohannon
Marianne- You are in my prayers
Thomas Olbrych
M2,
You spoke so fondly of your mother, and we shared so many stories of both our mothers, that I feel that I came to know Mitzi.
I am certain that you and your family will miss her, and there will moments of profound grief and sadness; but your fond memories as well as the values she instilled in you will help you carry on.
May God bless Mitzi, you and all of her family!
Tom
Celeste Taylor
I will miss our visits and conversations when she came here to San Diego.
Mitzie was the best. She’s now with your dad and all the rest of the family that
has passed.
Much love to all of you!
Donna Kido
Dear Marianne
My condolences to you and your family. I know you spoke with such great pride of her artistic and creative talents. I know you will miss her.
Wishing you strength and comfort.
God Bless.
Katina Nicolacakis
Marianne,
So sorry for the loss of your wonderful and talented mother.
May her memory be eternal.
Katina
Umur Hatipoglu
Dear Marianne and Family,
My deepest condolences. May she Rest In Peace
William Joseph Spiccia
To my three amazing cousins, Anthony, Laurel, and Marianne: I’m sure you know what a treasure your Mom was to everyone she came in contact with. Rosemary always seemed so far ahead in her thinking and outlook on life; and she was just a fun person! I loved her creativity and her resolve when she put her mind to something….characteristics that each of you possess.
I’m with you in mourning the loss of such a unique and wonderful soul, and also celebrating Rosemary’s life and the gift she was to all of us.
Love you! Bill (Joseph) Spiccia
Gretchen Horstman
Dear Marianne, Tony and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers in this difficult time.
Cathy Stirling
Dear Marianne and Grace and family,
Please accept my most sincere condolences at the passing of your dear mother and dear grandmother. May she rest in Peace. May her soul and all the Souls off the Faithful departed Rest in Peace. May Perpetual Light Shine upon her. Eternal Rest Grant unto “Mitzie” Oh Lord.
Dan Culver
Dear Marianne and family–I am sad to hear about your mother’s passing. She sounds like an absolute gem. My condolences, and your family will be in my prayers.
Shonika Fair
Marianne and family,
I would like to send my condolences and prayers to you and your family at this time. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. XOXO
Jeannie Gullia
Marianne,Grace,and Family, Sympathy, love and prayers to all. Mitzie was very special! I will always smile when i think of her. One of my favorite memories was the day Mitzie showed up at my door on Dill Dr. to see if my little girl,Bella, could come over to play with Grace.That was the start of a beautiful friendship for all of us.
XO
Jeannie Gullia
Jerri Morello
Dear Laurie, Marianne, Anthony and all the Mitri clan,
So sorry to hear that Mitzi has moved on. The video of her was so vibrant and beautiful. I wish I’d seen her again over the last few years. She was a wonderful part of our family and always a hoot to have around. Kept us all on our toes. I am truely sorry for your loss.
Love
Jerri