Theresa Marzocca Miragliotta was welcomed into heaven on Wednesday, October 25, 2017. She left this world surrounded by her loving children, to whom she selflessly devoted her life on earth. Theresa was born on June 30, 1926 in Hoboken, NJ. She graduated from St. Paul of the Cross Commercial School in Jersey City. After World War II, Theresa was introduced by a co-worker to a handsome, decorated GI from Coney Island, Vincent Miragliotta, who would soon become the love of her life. They were married in 1946 and started a family that would grow to include 3 sons and a daughter. Theresa and Vincent enjoyed a life of love and laughter abundant with family, friends and celebrations. Theresa loved the beach and the ocean, and being with extended family and friends at the shore, the more the merrier. Theresa was happiest in Seaside Park and later made it her permanent home.
Although very genteel and unassuming, when Vincent sadly passed away at a young age, Theresa found the courage, inner strength and determination to keep her family together. She started a career at NJ Bell and became a proud member of IBEW 827, retiring in 1993. She made sure all her children were college-educated and showered them with love and generosity. Theresa was a deeply religious woman and her faith helped her throughout her life. She remained devoted to Vincent her entire life, as his wonderful memories were enough for her and she continued to treasure his family from Brooklyn as much as her own.
Above all, Theresa loved hosting large holiday gatherings, especially Christmas which always culminated in a visit by Santa to the delight of the entire family. Theresa was a dutiful daughter; a devoted wife; a steadfast and supportive mother; a loving and generous grandmother; and a delighted “grandma-ma”. To her, faith and family was everything and in return she was greatly loved and will always be missed by her beloved and heartbroken family. Theresa‘s memory will be cherished by her children: sons, Vincent & wife Sandy, Robert & wife Geri, Donnie & wife Vikki, daughter, Emily & husband Tony Savasta; grandchildren: Nicole, Robyn (Eric), Jeff (Carla), Andrew (Jenna), Anthony, Vincent, Nicholas and Lauren; great grandchildren: Gabriella, Brayden, Gianna, Olivia & Colton.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit from 2-7 pm Sunday at the Fiore Funeral Home, 236 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst. Funeral Mass will be offered at 11 am on Monday at St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church in West End, Long Branch. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in North Arlington. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. For condolences, please visit www.fiorefuneralhomes.com.