Theresa (Horan) Reddy, 93, of Elvira Heights, died peacefully Tuesday evening, November 25, 2014 in her home with her loving husband by her side.
Born in Avoca, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Bridget (Blake) Horan from County Mayo, Ireland. Theresa visited Ireland often and was very proud of her Irish heritage.
Theresa graduated from high school and moved to New York City to work for Whelan Cosmetics. This is where she met the love of her life, Robert. They married on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 1946 in St. Mary Church in Avoca.
They started their family and her greatest joy was being a wife, mother, “Nana” and great grandmother. She filled these roles with love, wisdom, grace and kindness.
Theresa believed it was important to give of herself, volunteering at Day Kimball hospital for 35 years, the Red Cross for 20 years and at the Daily Bread and the Angel Shop. She also served on the DKH Women’s Board and was a member of the Daughters of Isabella and the League of Catholic Women.
She enjoyed travelling with her husband, the Broadway Theater, reading and cooking. Her chicken soup “saved many a life”.
In addition to her husband, Theresa is survived by her three daughters, Roberta Reddy of Brooklyn, Maureen Landry and her husband David of Putnam, and Theresa Reddy of MA; many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Theresa is predeceased by her three sons Patrick, Kevin and Shawn Reddy, and her siblings Martin, James and Patrick Horan and Mary Jeffers.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Theresa’s family on Monday, December 1, 2014 for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM at St. Mary Church of the Visitation, 218 Providence St., Putnam, CT. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 370 7th Ave., Suite 1802, NY.NY 10001. For memorial guestbook visit www.Gilmanandvalade.com
denise tsanjoures
Mrs. Reddy was the star of her family, she was loved by everyone and will be missed forever, Sincere condolences to the entire Reddy family, Denise and George
Diane Bates
Mr. Reddy, Roberta, Maureen & Theresa:
We share in your loss. May the love of your family & friends comfort you in the days ahead. May the wonderful memories you all have of Theresa live in your hearts always. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Diane & Paul
Donna Dumas
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Mrs Reddy. May the memories of her and knowing she is now at peace help you through this difficult time.
michael R. coderre
Mr. Reddy and family, our sincere sympathy to you and your family. May you find comfort in the Lord and of good memories of times gone by. In sympathy and love, Mike & Joanne Coderre
Richard Reddy Jr
Our family sends our heartfelt love and condolences to our uncle Bob and our cousins and their families on the loss of my aunt Theresa. We will keep you all in our hearts and prayers as you mourn the loss of this great lady.
marian smat
she was a very gracious lady, had a wonderful smile, she is at peace.
Laurie St. Jean Sevigny
Dear Terry,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Although I have not seen your Mom is years, I’ll always remember how kind she was. My thoughts and prayers to you, your Dad, Roberta and Maureen. May your Mom rest in peace.
Linda Gasiorek
Sincere condolences to all. We hope that your fond memories get you through this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Wayne and Linda Gasiorek
Sandra Main
Terry,
We are so sorry to hear about your Mom. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Sandra & Mark
MarieJoiner
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Please know that you are in my heart, thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and yours with the needed comfort at this time of your loss. May your memories help you to over come your pain in the days to come.
David & Helen Richardson
Our deepest and most sincere condolences and sympathies to the entire Reddy family.
Kim Arienzale
Maureen,
There are no words that can express the loss of your mother but please know that your family will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Arienzale