Marie C. Mesarchik
Thursday, May 30, 1929
Date of Death:
Saturday, June 7, 2014
Age:
85 years old
Visitation
Date: Wednesday June 11, 2014
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Thursday June 12, 2014
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: Co-Cathedral of St. John The Evangelist [ view map ]
Funeral Mass
Date: Thursday June 12, 2014
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Co-Cathedral of St. John The Evangelist [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Calvary Cemetery [ view map ]
Thursday, May 30, 1929
Date of Death:
Saturday, June 7, 2014
Age:
85 years old
Thursday, May 30, 1929
Date of Death:
Saturday, June 7, 2014
Age:
85 years old
Marie C. Mesarchik
Marie Christine Mesarchik, beloved wife of Bob Mesarchik, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2014, in Rochester.
Marie’s Irish Eyes will forever be smiling in our hearts.
Marie was born May 30, 1929, to proud Irish immigrants, Patrick and Margaret, (Kearney) Richardson in Chicago, Ill. She was baptized and confirmed in the Church of the Resurrection and completed 12 years of catholic education, graduating from Siena High School in 1947. After a brief career as a legal secretary, she met and married the love of her life, Bob Mesarchik on Sept. 27, 1952.
Marie was a wonderful person, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a friend to all who met her. She devoted her life to Bob and together they raised four grateful children, and were blessed with seven grandchildren, one great-grandchild and lots of great friends. Following adventurous moves to Alabama, New York, (three times), and Wisconsin, she and Bob and four children settled in Rochester in 1968 to be closer to their families in the Midwest.
Marie loved life. Her greatest passion was any time spent with family and friends, and she has left a lifetime worth of stories that will continue to be shared with everyone. Her greatest role was being an awesome mom. She celebrated her family every day and enjoyed very close relationships with her husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchild, family and friends. She always loved the babies, her own and everyone else’s. She was a very important person in their lives, always encouraging and supportive. Birthdays were always special and she insisted on celebrating them on the day. Marie arriving in the driveway for another birthday or family event was a welcome sight for everyone. In addition, she celebrated her Irish heritage every day. She was a lover of everything Irish, including music and dance and was always quick to share that she was a member of the only Irish Richardson clan to settle in Ireland. She and Bob hosted the entire family on a trip to Ireland in 2007, highlighted by a trip to her grandparents’ homestead in County Tipperary. The most special time was Christmas; Marie never missed Christmas with the family and for years we attended the children’s Mass and enjoyed her favorite hymn, “Joy to the World.” She thought we should sing it year round.
She loved traveling and along with Bob put a high value on the summer vacation as important family time. Every summer, there was another adventurous and memorable trip that has created a lifetime of memories. She loved camping with family and friends in the trailers and motor homes. When Bob retired, after 34 years at IBM, she traveled to international destinations, including Ireland, Europe, Russia and China. Her recent travel included a 2013 trip to Disney World with some of her children and grandchildren. She always stayed connected to family and friends in the Chicago area, and has made that 365-mile trip, hundreds of times. Her legacy will include her spirit of travel and adventure.
Marie was active in the community, always ready to help others. She was a member of the St. John’s Women’s Auxiliary, Methodist Hospital Auxiliary baby photo program, P.E.O Sisterhood, and was the founder of the Scarlet O’Hattas Chapter of the Red Hat Society. Her activities with Bob included the love of barbershop singing, square dancing and car club outings.
Marie is survived by Bob Mesarchik, her husband of almost 62 years; and her four children, Kathleen (Joseph) Buske, Eagan, Michael (Peggy) Mesarchik, Apple Valley, Mary Lou (fiance, Chuck Lowden) Mesarchik, Eagan and John (Rhonda) Mesarchik, Naperville, Ill.; seven grandchildren, Michael, (Sheila), Laura, Sara, Maggie, (Scott), Joey, Christine and Abby; one great-grandchild, Aiden; one sister, Joy Dickens of Chicago; and one sister-in-law, Mary Richardson of Chicago.
Marie was preceded in death by her parents, Patrick and Margaret, her big brother, Patrick, her little brother, Jim, her precious niece, Mary Kris, and many close friends.
Visitation will be held at River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 11, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and one hour prior to Mass.
A funeral Mass, will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 12, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, with the Rev. John Lasuba officiating.
Memorials are preferred to Seeds of Wisdom in South Sudan, founded by Father John Lasuba, YMCA Camp Olson, Longville, MN or your personal choice.
Condolences
The family of Marie C. Mesarchik has received the following condolences.
Bob, with heartfelt condolences to you and your family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Our deepest condolences to all of the Mesarchiks on the loss of Marie. She was a wonderful, warm, kind person who will be greatly missed. Cherish your memories of her. Sending hugs and prayers your way.
To Bob and Family,
so sorry to hear about your loss. We remember her as such a sweet person. We wish you well,
The Korioth's
(Trisha's in-laws)
Dear John --
Very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
May the memories of happy times together sustain you through your grieving.
Jane Wernette & Family
Bob & family,
So sorry to hear of Marie's passing. We have fond memories of times spent with you and Marie at Barbershop activities and camping trips. I know that you have great memories of times with her to give you strength, and that Marie has moved on to be with our Lord, which should give you peace.
Remembered Joy
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free!
I follow the plan God laid for me.
I saw His face, I heard His call,
I took His hand and left it all...
I could not stay another day,
To love, to laugh, to work or play;
Tasks left undone must stay that way.
And if my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss...
Ah yes, these things I, too, shall miss.
My life's been full, I've savoured much:
Good times, good friends, a loved-one's touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief—
Don't shorten yours with undue grief.
Be not burdened with tears of sorrow,
Enjoy the sunshine of the morrow. Every night when you look up at the starry sky and find the two brightest stars, know that it's Marie's shining eyes watching over you. She was a very special lady and will be greatly missed! Remember all the good times and talk about them often so that the little ones can know what a treasure she was! She was my Irish buddy and will be forever in my heart! Love, Colleen Duney
Bob & family-I was saddened to hear of Marie's passing. I always enjoyed seeing you guys at our Radio shoiws and when we saw you out and about. We'll be praying for you and your family.
Bob Ruble
To my "extended family", the Mesarchiks,
Oh Marie....how we will miss her! That was a beautiful obituary and truly brought my memories of Marie alive! She was a fabulous "Aunt" to have in my life. Her laugh could brighten a cold snowy New Year's day and her love of family, related or not, was sound and warm. You all should take comfort with the knowledge that she was loved by so many and she brought warmth into all our lives.
My tears flow for our loss, but also rejoice in her life.
Love, Becky
Bob, on behalf of all the members of Rochester Radio Theatre Guild, I offer our sincere condolences. You two were our stalwart supporters for our many years of producing the old-time radio shows. I loved seeing you two in the front near the stage where I could fire off my zingers at you, Bob, and could portray lovely Marie as the poor, song-suffering wife. She seemed to enjoy the barbs and the repartee as much as I enjoyed roasting you. I am sure she has still has a front row seat watching over you! All our prayers are with you!
Dick, Bob and the rest of the gang at RRTG!
Our utmost condolences, Bob. She was a wonderful lady and I always enjoyed talking with you two at all the radio shows.
Losing a spouse is so very hard. Cherish your memories, and enjoy your family. Marie was a lovely lady that I'm glad to have had the privilege of knowing. Our trips to Minnesota are some of my fondest memories, and it has been fun to see you several times since. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Anne
We are so sorry to hear of Marie's passing. We treasure memories of our visits to your homes and yours to ours over the years--your family is so very special to us. Please know we love you and wish all of you peace and tranquility in the future.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Bob and your family with the death of Marie. She was a beautiful lady and a great hostess to all her GMC Midwest Classic Motorhome friends. Share your memories. We will miss her but her "Irish Eyes" will always be smiling down on us. Also Jane shares a sisterly, PEO bond as well.
In friendship: Jane & Wayne Hasek
Dear Bob & Family,
May the Lord hold you close to His heart during this difficult time. May He fill you with His grace, strength & comfort. You are in our hearts & prayers.
Most sincerely,
Mike & Billie Kelley - Fellow GMCers
Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss Bob. Marie will be missed by so many of us, she was such a wonderful person. God bless you and may she rest in peace.
Bob, my wife and I were very sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are for you and your family in this difficult time in your lives.
Daryl & Whyon Newhouse
Bob, condolences on your loss. Your wife was clearly the love of your life and will be missed by many. Take care of yourself. Diane
Bob and the Mesarchik family,
You are a huge part of our lives and we will miss Marie very much! She was a wonderful lady, with a twinkle in her eyes. We are lucky to have such a beautiful angel watching over us from heaven. You are in our prayers.
Love, The Persuitti family
Kevin, Kathleen, Tony, Aneci, Lisa, Max, and Kevin, jr.
Not an easy time. Hold on to each other. I send my love. Chuck
To all the Mesarchiks..... Our sincerest sympathy goes out to all of you. Losing a special woman like Marie must be so difficult for all of you. We felt her special warmth so many times and enjoyed our time with her. She was a part of the Kelly clan. She touched the lives of everyone she met. She will be missed.
We dearly love Marie and will grieve her passing. Over many years, we've had the pleasure to join Marie at Family gatherings and other special events. She pours out warmth, good humor and joy to others.
Our condolences extend to Bob, Kathy, MaryLu, Mike and John and the whole family of spouses, grandchildren, great-grandchild and finance and of course her many friends.
May the Lord God pour out his grace upon you all to sustain you and encourage you in the HOPE of Jesus Christ our Savior.
Mike and family -
We remember your smiling Mom visiting and enjoying the grandchildren and always being so sweet and happy.
It is so hard to lose a mother who was so very special. We are that lucky generation who had such selfless and generous parents. I know you will miss her, each and every one of you. But you are a stronger family having had her to shape you all.
With our sympathy for your loss.
Pat, Bob, Brett and Claire Thielman
Thinking of your family as you say farewell to this wonderful woman. What a lovely family she has raised, and her heart and spirit show in all of you. Julie (Sibley) Assef
I am so sorry for your loss. I know from all the stories we have heard from Mike and Peggy what a wonderful mom, mother-in-law and grandmother Marie was. She was a special, sweet lady. Please know our prayers are with all of you.