Theresa R. Maceyko 1933-2024

Born Oct. 5, 1933, in Campbell, to the late John J. and Susan Sonoga Elosh, she was the youngest of nine children. The last of her generation, her passing will see her reunited with the loved ones who had gone before her.

Theresa lived a very fulfilled life. A shining light to all who knew her, she was sweet, kind, caring, selfless and a constant joy to be around. She had a lifelong passion for recording memories through photos and mementos, as well as many talents and hobbies, from cooking and baking to typing, bowling, drawing and puzzles. Her passions were instilled in her children, grandchildren and the many children she babysat through the years. She was a memory maker and will be deeply missed by her beloved family and friends.

A long-time member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Theresa was steadfast in her faith. Her life was truly a reflection of God’s love. Theresa was a 1952 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School. A National Honor Society student, class sweetheart and talented majorette, the comments written in her school yearbook reflect that she was highly regarded and “the most wonderful girl a person would want as a friend.” Throughout her life and through her interactions, Theresa continued to make the world a better place. She was loyal and lived to care for others.

Theresa was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest “Ozzie” Maceyko in 2004; her parents; and her eight siblings and each of their spouses.

She leaves to cherish her memory a dedicated son, Kenneth (Renee) Maceyko of Hermitage, Pa.; and daughters, Karen Maceyko of Glen Ellyn, Illinois, and Monica (Matt) Felt of Greenville, South Carolina; her grandchildren, Shannon (Jason), Erika and Tommy, Mitchell (Emily), Megan and Miranda; and great-grandson, Karsten, who will miss her endless patience, playfulness and generosity.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Ed and Diane Reese and the staff at The Inn at Poland Way for their loving care.

May God’s devoted servant Theresa rest in peace.

A viewing will take place 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, at Kirila Funeral Home, 258 Poland Ave., Struthers, where a funeral procession will leave at 10:30 a.m. for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. also on Tuesday, at Holy Family Church, Poland.

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