SICHKO, Marie Ceraso. Age 88, of Orange, Texas died peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 with her daughter Thereze, son Jim, and beloved dog, Noel at her side. She was born on the Feast of the Assumption, August 15, 1928, in Vandergrift, Pennsylvania and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 1951. In 1971 she moved to Orange, Texas with her husband and their family. She became a member of both St. Mary’s and St. Francis Catholic Church. She was a very devout Roman Catholic, a music teacher, a dog lover, a wonderful cook, and the mother of five children. Always cheerful with a quick smile, ready to pray for anyone who needed her intercessions, and never forgetting a grandchild’s or a great grandchild’s birthday. Preceded in death by her late husband, William J. Sichko, Sr. She was the mother of: William J. Sichko, Jr., married to Sherre, of Scottsdale, Arizona; Marifrances Kiebler, married to Daniel, of Apollo, Pennsylvania; Samuel. C. Sichko, married to Medb, of Boston, Massachusetts; Thereze A. Sichko, affianced to Steve Betz, of Orange, Texas; Reverend James W. Sichko of Richmond, Kentucky. She was the grandmother of: Brian W. Sichko, married to Amanda, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Steven A. Sichko of Kansas City, Kansas; Sylvia S. Sichko of Phoenix, Arizona; Matthew P. Kiebler, married to Meghan, of Vandergrift, Pennsylvania; Aaron Kiebler of Apollo, Pennsylvania; Demetri Sichko of Alexandria, Virginia; Stassja Sichko of Los Angeles, California. She was the great grandmother of: Austin Kiebler of Vandergrift, Pennsylvania and Liam Sichko of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Visitation time, rosary recitation, and Funeral Liturgy will all be at ST MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH, 912 W CHERRY ST, ORANGE, TX 77630 on Saturday, February 4th, 2017. Public visitation will be from 9 am—10:30 am; The Recitation of the Rosary will follow from 10:30 am to 10:45 am by Bishop John Stowe, OMF,conv., Bishop of Lexington. The Funeral Liturgy will be at 11 am with her son, Rev. Jim Sichko, Presiding and Rev. Joseph Daleo, assisting. At 12:15 pm all will process to St. Mary Catholic Cemetery for the interment. Lunch will follow at the St. Francis San Damiano Center, catered by Seafood Palace of Lake Charles, LA.
Memorial contributions can be made to The Catholic Diocese of Lexington, c/o FJS preaching ministry, 1310 W. Main Street, Lexington, KY 40508 and Southeast Texas Hospice, 912 W. Cherry Ave, Orange, TX 77630
All people of all faiths and walks of life are invited to join the Sichko family in celebrating Marie's life.
Condolences
Peter Wingate
February 4, 2017
Thereze and Jim, thank you for sharing your Mom with all of us at St. Mary's and Orange. She was one of my most favorite teachers ever. Your mother made me feel like I mattered, that she cared about me, and believed in me even if I didn't. I've never forgotten her kindness, and never will. She put a song in our souls to help us on our paths. I am grateful to have known her. Please know that many, many others share with you in your sadness now, and share in your love for her.
Burton Guidry
February 2, 2017
Father JIm you and your family will be in my prayers as you mourn the loss of your loved one. It is so sad when you have known someone for real long time and the Lord calls them home but I know that she is in Heaven looking down on all of us.
Anonymous
January 31, 2017
Sentiments of Serenity Spray was purchased for the family of Marie C. Sichko.
Anonymous
January 31, 2017
Full Of Love Bouquet was purchased for the family of Marie C. Sichko.
T. Commander
January 31, 2017
There are no words to express the sadness I feel now for your loss. When the pain of death becomes overwhelming, we can turn to God in prayer. The Bible tells us to "throw all of your anxieties on him, because he cares for you," (1 Peter 5:7). Take comfort in knowing that he loves you and that "one day he will wipe tears from our eyes, and that death will be no more,"(Isaiah 25:8). I hope this scripture gives you peace and endurance during this time of bereavement.
Mary Beth Derouen
January 27, 2017
Marie Sichko - such a humble servant of Our Lord and such a tremendous blessing to all who know and love her. Gary and I are lifting you all in prayer during this difficult time. Love, Mary Beth
Cora R. Mudd
January 26, 2017
I never met you Marie - But I feel I know you through your Son Fr. Jim. I have followed you on Facebook and I must say you were the best of moms. LOVE shined through your face all the time. God Rest Marie. God, comfort the family as they go into the future knowing mom was there for them always and will be their guardian angel. RIP - May the perpetual light shine upon you. I can't wait to meet you someday in heaven.
Anonymous
January 26, 2017
Beautiful Heart Bouquet was purchased for the family of Marie C. Sichko.
Liane Hinch
January 26, 2017
I remember when her and I watched a Say yes to the dress marathon after she got out of hospital in Kentucky. She was always so kind to me and my family. she will be missed!
Mark, Michelle, Mallory And Matthew Burgmaier
January 26, 2017
Mark, Michelle, Mallory and Matthew Burgmaier purchased the Emerald Garden Basket for the family of Marie C. Sichko.
Fr. Kevin L. Badeaux
January 26, 2017
Dear Sichko Family, Sorry to hear of Marie's passing. She was a kind, devout and loving person. Regret that I will be unable to attend visitation or services but will remember her and you in my prayers. In Christ's love, Fr. Kevin L. Badeaux
Tammy Murray
January 25, 2017
Sorry for your loss ! Your family is in our prayers!The Osborne , Jarman , Murray and Meyer families
Catherine Barger
January 25, 2017
Your Mother always reminds me of my Mom. She was always such a pleasure to be around and she always remembered my name. May God comfort you all and flood you with happy memories. Please know you are in the prayers of the Elswick and Barger families. Much love to you all at the heartbreaking time.