Mary V. Souza

Mary Souza Obituary

Mary V. Souza Dec. 2, 1953 - Nov. 12, 2010 Resident of Alameda Mary V. Souza, 56 years old entered into rest on November 12, 2010 after a courageous fight with breast cancer. She was surrounded by her family. Born in Alameda, CA on December 2, 1953, Mary was a hardworking and devoted cashier for a local grocery store for over 18 years. She cherished her family and friends above all else. She was an amazing mother, nana and fianc‚e and lavished love, attention and time to every one of her daughters and grand-daughters. Mary loved crafting and was always visiting craftstores and making heartfelt gifts for her loved ones. She loved to travel, especially to Disneyland where she reveled in watching the shows and parades. Mary loved to dance, had a great wit, and was known for her remarkable strength, positivity and beautiful smile. She inspired many and will be deeply missed. Mary is survived by her children and their spouses: Marianne and Steve Tavares, Patricia and Heli Burgess, and Kristina and Cris Takken; her beloved fianc‚ of 22 years: John Butler; her sister and brother: Julie Colmenero and Ted Souza; her grandchildren: Sabrina, Amanda, Alyse, Victoria and Elle; and many wonderful extended family and friends. Visitation will be held from 5pm to 7pm on Sunday at Holy Angels Funeral Center, 1051 Harder Road Hayward, CA. A vigil will be held at 7pm. Mass will be celebrated at 11am on Monday at St. Lawrence O' Toole, 3725 High Street, Oakland, CA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary's memory to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

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Published by Inside Bay Area on Nov. 19, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Mary Souza

11 Entries

Julie Colmenero

November 13, 2023

Mary, I miss you just as much as when you left this earth. I will always cherish our sisterhood for as long as I live. I live thru your daughters to keep you close to me.

Love, Julie your loving sister

Linda Corona

November 26, 2010

Mary was kind and loving. I met her thru a friend. Whenever I was in the Bay area visiting our mutual friend, she would make it a point to come by and visit with me. She made me feel special. She's no longer in pain and is looking forward to the day when the rest of her family and friends will join her. She will be greatly missed.

The Jardin Family

November 20, 2010

You will be missed Mary. You were a kind, loving and giving person, and a success in life.

Success.
To laugh often and much;
To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children;
To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends;
To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others;
To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition;
To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived.
This is to have succeeded.

Frances Herrera

November 20, 2010

Mary was my best friend and I will miss her very much. She was a very happy, loving and caring person. I love you Mary.

Roxanne zanassi

November 19, 2010

I dont remember Mary very well but When I picture her I see a person smiling, looking very happy. She is looking down on her family now. God Bless her.

Jessica Herrera

November 19, 2010

I will ALWAYS remember Mary for her beautiful smile and always being there for all of us. May she rest in peace and fly with the angels above. I love you, Mary! WE ALL MISS YOU!!

Jessica Herrera

November 19, 2010

I will always remember Mary for her beautiful smile and for ALWAYS being there for all of us. May she now rest in peace and fly with the angels above. I love you Mary! WE ALL MISS YOU!!

Julie Colmenero

November 19, 2010

I want to thank my nieces and all the family and friends that came to help take care of Mary at Marianne's house. Marianne couldn't have done it without you all. I will truly miss my sister for ever and ever. She is now at peace and in a better place. LOVE YOU, Mary.
Julie Colmenero (Fremont, Ca)

Sasha Warren

November 19, 2010

Thank you Mary for helping to take care of all of us little Blue Birds so many years ago. We will miss you! My love and condolences to your family.

Alesia Moreno

November 19, 2010

Mary, thank you for Marianne and the strength she has shown, which is admirable, through your entire journey. Though I personally did not know you, I knew of you through her. My thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you and your family. May you rest in peace and enjoy your next life.

Marianne Tavares

November 19, 2010

Dear Mom, I wanted to say thank you for being caring, loving, fun to be around, smart mom. Thanks for teaching my sisters and I how to be a good person. We are passing that on to our children. Thanks for always putting us first! !! I miss you! ! love you, your oldest Marianne.

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