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.
McCall Gardens
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Rudi Ranogajec
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Sandra Abellan My Condolences to Milko and Family.
Maria was one of the kindest souls that I have ever met. She was a beautiful woman.
May she Rest In Peace.
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Nikolic and Ribic Families Dear Janet, Nives, Danny,Johnny and Milko and family. Our deepest sympathy to all of you on the loss of your dear mom. She was a beautiful lady through and through and we had been blessed to have known her. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers, and we are very sad that we missed her funeral, but please know that we have prayed for you all and are thinking of you as we know how difficult this time has been. I’m sure she’s with my my dad Pero, and Dida Roko now in Heaven sharing some stories. Love from Cindy Nikolic, along with Roko, Roko Jr. Daniela, Baba Zorica Nikolic, and also Baba Slavica Ribic and teta Mira Ribic. She will be always be fondly remembered by us all.
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Barbara Brown and Family Dear Milko, Nives, Janet, Danny, Johnny, and family:
No words can describe how heartbroken I am that Maria passed away. I am so very sorry for your loss. When i was at the house to visit I prayed that she would get better.
Maria was like family to me. I loved spending time at the house with her when I was growing up. She always hugged and kissed me and said I love you. There are no words to properly describe what a loving, kind, and truly wonderful person Maria was. She touched me, my Mom and Dad (Iain and Linda), and my brothers (Sean and Scott) with her unconditional love. I will never forget her. I will keep all of the wonderful memories of Maria in my heart forever.
Milko I love you and your family with all of my heart. I will be praying for all of you.
Rest in Peace Maria ❤
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Denis Kulušić My dear family Jadreško,
Im very sad to hear that Baba Maria passed away. She was very strong and nice woman. I will allways remember her smile and warm heart. Please be strong in this sad moments.
Počivala u miru Božjem.
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Annie Rudman Grdic I am truly blessed to have known Maria. My prayers are with her and my thoughts are with the family.
My deepest condolences to all.
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Shane Arsens Danny, Sandy and family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and heart are with you during these days of remembrance and the meaningful reflection of your lives together.
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Gregory Robert Little Nives: So sad to hear of your Mom’s passing. My thoughts and condolences I hope will reach out to your whole family. Sending ❤️ love and big hugs to you all. There is a link death cannot sever, Love and remembrance last forever. It was nice you had the opportunity to share great memories with Mom this summer Nives. Greg
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Iain and Linda Brown Maria was a wonderful, compassionate and caring human being who believed in unconditional love. In a friendship that spanned 46 years, she treated our family like we were part of her family. Many times she would say, “I love you”, to us and our children. Maria was a phenomenal person and will certainly be missed dearly by her family and all who new her. Rest in Peace Maria!
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Kerry Blain. Mt. Doug 74 To Nives and family
Sincerest sympathies on the passing of Maria (your mom)
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Judy Galey To the Jadresko Family, I was shocked to hear of my friend Maria’s passing. I saw her all summer and fall, a few times a week. She would walk across to the market and we would chat. She was a lovely kind lady and she appeared to be healthy & happy. What a devastating loss for your family.
Our deepest sympathies,
Judy and Ray Galey
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Linda Cain 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
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Vlado Bracic 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
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Norman Eden 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.
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Tim and Carolyn Urquhart 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,
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Malcolm Green 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
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Jurgen Weyand 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
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Rita Samuda 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
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Zoran Brajkovic 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 missedZoran & Jane Brajkovic and family
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Donna Woods 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.
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Lisa de Minns Such sad news, so blessed to have met her. My thoughts with your family durinf this difficult time.
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Gypsy Danny and Sandy my condolences on the loss of Danny’s mom she was a very sweet lady. You are all in my thoughts.
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Mike Foster Only met her a couple of times but always a smile a hug and yes always something to eat …so sorry for your loss lovely lady…R.I.P.
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Greg Vriend Danny and Sandy,
Very sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. This last while has been difficult for both of you and your friends at BMO offer our sincere condolences in this difficult time.Greg and Jennifer
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Terri Lynn Whittemore We are so very sorry for your loss. I can’t begin to imagine what you all are going through in what has to be the hardest 9 days of your lives. Know that you have our thoughts and love in this difficult time.
Love,
Matt & Terri Lynn
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Audrey Balshaw So very sorry to hear of your moms passing Danny … sending our love to you Sandy and your family
Aunt Audrey & Uncle Harry
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Wayne & Corenia Chester Sincerest condolences to the Jadresko family ❤️
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Robbie and Roberta Jadresko Our heart felt condolences go out to all the family and loved ones!!! She was an amazing woman. Neka pociva u miru bozemu.
Love, Robbie Roberta and family
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Mark Jess I’m so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing, Danny. My thoughts are with you, Sandy and the rest of your family.
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Jennifer Bell Danny,
Sending you and your family love and strength during this time, thank you for all that you do,
Love
Rob and Jen Bell
Xoxo
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Jim Gordon Danny, Sandy and Family,
so sorry to hear of this tragic loss. I know that your (Danny’s) mother was a real cornerstone of the family. I cant even begin to imagine what you all are going through, especially after the recent passing of Sandys father, but know that our thoughts are with you at this time of grief
To the Jadresko family so sorry . Kuma was a great lady, I have many cherished memories over the years of Kuma. So kind and generous, remember great times talking at the kitchen table, sleepovers as kids, dances, Jadresko’s always so welcoming. Kuma Zbogom, rest in God’s peace
Ranogajec Family