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Marika Okros Obituary
Born in Gyoma, Hungary, she had lived in Ewing for many years. Maria was a health and wellness instructor for the former Elaine Powers in Hamilton. She volunteered as an exercise instructor at the Lawrence Road Presbyterian Church. She also volunteered her time as an exercise instructor and memoir writing facilitator at the Lawrence Library and was a member of Toast Masters.
Daughter of the late Keresztesi and Maria B'Molnar Lojos, wife of the late John Lovas, she is survived by her partner, Howard William Painter, Jr., her son and daughter-in-law, John and Elvira Lovas, her sister and brother-in-law, Eva and Bundy Gundane, and her nieces, Eva Czako-Herig and Gabriella Czako-Schimdt.
Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. at the Lawrence Road Presbyterian Church, Lawrenceville, with the Rev. Nina Reeder, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in Frenchtown Cemetery.
Friends may gather for remembrances of Maria on Friday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, 650 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville. For directions or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.poulsonvanhise.com.
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Ilona Bazyani
December 4, 2012
I met Maria in Greenville,KY in 2001, we kept our friendship even after she moved back to NJ.Our friendship continued and we could visit her and Bill in 2011 during our trip to new York . We were shocked to her that she passed away so tragically. She was very energetic ,active and full of life.I always remember her talking about staying fit and exercising so she can have a long life. We will miss her.Our condolences to her family and Bill.
Stella Okigbo
December 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Angela Nagy
November 30, 2012
I was shocked that she died. I met her at Lawrence Libary and she was passionate about being a volunteer; loved people, easy to be with, very intelligent. I learned many things from her; she was a great inspiration to me.She was an avid exerciser and it showed and wanted us to be life long exercisers too. May you all find comfort to know she was loved by all of us. God bless her family and many people who loved her. She will be missed.
Michelle Lewis
November 29, 2012
I, too, knew Maria from Toastmasters and am glad I had a chance to get to know her before her tragic accident. Sudden death is so difficult to understand. My sympathies and support to all her loved ones in this difficult time.
Mike Booth
November 29, 2012
Maria was a great active example of a Toastmaster. As a member of the Princeton Toastmasters, Maria was always one to raise her hand and step up. Maria was a wonderful volunteer with the Disabled Adults of West Winsor. Maria will be missed by many. My condolences.
Elliot Dennis
November 29, 2012
Maria was a true Princeton Toastmaster. Always there with a smile on her face, ready to help make sure the meetings were successful. We miss her.
November 28, 2012
Rest in peace Maria, until you hear His voice. John 5:28
Barrie Byron
November 28, 2012
I remember Maria as an energetic and lively woman who participated fully in every endeavor. Maria leaves behind a strong legacy of volunteering her time and talent. She made a difference in many lives. Blessings to you, Bill, and to Maria's family. Sympathies from me and her Princeton Toastmasters family.
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