Dina Mary Mladinich Labetich Kuljis

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Dina Kuljis Obituary

Mrs. Dina Mary Mladinich Labetich Kuljis died October 4, 2006, at her Biloxi residence. Dina was born March 1, 1914.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, John Joseph Labetich and Peter "South America" Kuljis; mother, Catherine Bonacich Mladinich; father, Ernest Mladinich, Sr.; brother, Ernest Mladinich, Jr.; sister-in-law, Amanda Tremontana Mladinich, and son-in-law, Gus Cavalier, Jr.

She is survived by a daughter, Frances Labetich Cavalier; grandsons, Daniel John Cavalier of Daphne, AL, Joel Craig Cavalier and his wife, Laurie, of Biloxi; great grandsons, Michael Graham of Honolulu, HI, Jesse Kittrell of Biloxi, and Grant Edward Cavalier and Great Granddaughter, Shelby Danielle Cavalier and her mother, Chris, of S. W. Ranches, FL; and her beloved companions, Barbie, Ken, Tigger and Nala.

Dina was a former member of St. Michael Catholic Church and St. Michael Altar Society until August, 2005. She then became a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. She was a retired seafood worker and was a dedicated member of the Slavic Ladies Auxiliary. She donated time and talent to their famous pusharata sales and the Slavic Benevolent Association of St. Nicoli and their famous Slavic Golf tournament.

Although her eyesight and hearing failed in her later years, she was always eager and ready for outings with her faithful companions, for a trip to the casinos and weekly pitty pat card games.

Dina won her battle with cancer years ago. It took a stroke to bring her down. She only asked, "How did this happen?" She never questioned God or complained. When asked how she felt, she would answer, "Just fine." When asked if she hurt, she would respond, "No, thank God."

Nana taught everyone she met to love and forgive. She taught us that life is short and to live each day like it was their last. To know her was to love her. The angels carried her to heaven where she joined our loved ones who were eagerly waiting for her. There is no doubt that her first words to God were, "Where's the broom?"

A special thanks to Dr. Dawn Hanson, Deaconess Home Health, Trinity Hospice, and to the caregivers at Nursing Management for their tender loving care.

Visitation will be Monday, October 9, 2006, from 5 until 8 p.m. at the Howard Avenue Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Homes in Biloxi. Rosary will be at 7:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church where friends may visit one hour before service time. Interment will follow in Biloxi City Cemetery. After the burial, friends and family are invited to Our Lady of Fatima Hall for a gathering after which they are also invited to the home of Joel and Laurie Cavalier, 2019 Marisol Court, Biloxi, (in Bent Oaks Subdivision) for a celebration of her life.

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Published by The Sun Herald from Oct. 7 to Oct. 8, 2006.
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Happy 97th Birthday. I miss you. Everyone who knew you has the most wonderful things to say about you. That is quite a legacy to leave. Albert keeps the tomb washed down and the grass is trimmed. I know how much that always worried you. Grant is tall like the Mladinich side of the family and Shelby is small like Chris. Both are smart. Wish you could be here to enjoy the new home. The view is gorgeous. The sunsets are different each day. I know that you are up there in Heaven with Gus and all our love ones watching over us.
Your loving daughter Frances

March 18, 2011

Another year has passed since you left us. I miss you. I know that you are in a better place with the rest of our loved ones. That doesn't make it any easier. Your loving daughter Frances

October 6, 2010

Nana, We love and miss you so very much. Laurie, Joel, Mike, Jesse and our baby Thomas

October 6, 2010

Happy Mother's Day. I miss you so very much. Wish you could be here to see the new house and enjoy it with us. Your Loving Daughter Frances

May 10, 2010

HAPPY NANA DAY. WE ALL LOVE AND MISS YOU ALL.

May 10, 2010

Nana,

I wish you a very Happy Mother's Day. Wish you were to here.
Miss you.
Daniel

May 9, 2010

Sorry, to be late. Had a few glitches with the guest book. Had a mass said for you and Gus as always on your birthday and on special occasions during the year. Just got back from seeing "your kids" as you called them. Grant celebrated his 16th birthday and got his Eagle Scout award. Wish you were there.
Love you and miss you Mom
Your Daughter Frances

March 16, 2010

Nana,

I surely do miss talking to you.

Daniel

Daniel Cavalier

January 28, 2010

A belated Happy Birthday, Mom. A day does not go by that you are not in my thoughts. I dream about you so very often. Holidays are not the same without you and Gus. I love and miss you so very much. Love your daughter, Frances

Frances Cavalier

June 20, 2009

Nana,

Today is your birthday. Wish you were here to celebrate it. I think of you often.
Love,
Daniel

Daniel Cavalier

March 1, 2009

NANA,
Merry Christmas, We love and miss you so very much. Laurie, Joel, Jesse, Mike, Nicole and Baby Cracker

Laurie Lees-Cavalier

December 5, 2008

Nana,

It is hard to believe another year has passed since you left this worldly existence. I look at your photo often and miss you.

Daniel Cavalier

October 9, 2008

On your 2nd anniversary in Heaven
We can't know why some things happen...but we can know that love and beautiful memories outlast the pain of grief. And we can know that there's a place inside the heart where love lives always and where nothing beautiful can ever be forgotten.

Frances (your loving daughter) Cavalier

October 8, 2008

Nana,

March 1 Happy birthday.
I miss you very much.

Love, Daniel

Daniel Cavalier

March 1, 2008

Nana,

Wishing you Sretan Bozic.
Wish you were here for the holidays so we could make some pusharatas.

Miss you.

Love, Daniel

Daniel Cavalier

December 25, 2007

Today a year ago you were taken from us. You may be out of sight but you are not out of my thoughts.
I miss you.

Daniel Cavalier

October 4, 2007

Nana,

Happy Mother's Day.
You may be out of sight, but you are not forgotten.
Love, Daniel

Daniel Cavalier

May 14, 2007

Nana,

Happy Birthday today. I wish you were here for me to tell you in person.
I miss you very much.

My Love,

Daniel

Daniel Cavalier

March 1, 2007

A heart-felt thank you for having the honor of caring for Ms Dina. She will be missed.

Dr. Dawn M. Hansen

October 10, 2006

MS. FRANCES, JOEL, LAURIE AND FAMILY MY SINCEREST CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF "NANA"
LOVE YOU GUYS
SHARON

SHARON MOORE

October 10, 2006

We are sorry for your loss. Our lifes will be less without her.Nana had a way that brought family together.Bless her. Heaven is lucky to have her.Celebrate Nana's life not her death.

Chris,Shelby,and Grant Cavalier

October 9, 2006

Dearest Frances and Family.

May God wrap His loving arms around you and give you His Strength and Peace!

Verna Gomila

October 9, 2006

i'm sorry to hear of the lose of mrs. Dina I really enjoyed waiting on mrs.Dina at the Waffle House, she and her friends us to come in every saturday evening after church before going to play pitty pat .she will be sadly missed your friend sandy

sandra adkins

October 9, 2006

Although for only a short time, kowing Dina was such a great pleasure for us. She shall be missed sitting at the counter of Laurie and Joel's.

Betsye & Bill Clark

October 8, 2006

We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.

The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes

October 8, 2006

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