Irene O. Vershish Grous, 83, of North Haven passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at her home. She was the wife of the late John Joseph Grous. Irene was born in New Haven on April 18, 1932; daughter of the late Vincent and Mary Adamovich Vershish. She enjoyed cooking and gardening. Irene was a loving mother and grandmother; she not only cherished the moments with family but also offered insightful advice to guide them through important life decisions. She dedicated her life to her family. Mother of John J. Grous MD, Laura Marando and William Grous. Mother-in-law of Rocco Marando MD and Nicole Grous MD. Grandmother of Christie and John Marando, and the late Paul Marando. Sister of Anna Tyma, Angela Czarniak and the late Stella Kirpas, John and Joseph Vershish.
Her funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Saturday morning at 9:30. Family and friends may call from 8:30 to 9:30 am. A Mass of Christian burial will follow in St. Therese Church at 10:00 am. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery.
Mom-
I've always loved you and will always love you. You provided unconditional love to our family. You and dad were devoted to making the children's lives better than yours through moral guidance and stressing the value of education. You and dad were successful in your right and excellent role models. Thank you for all you did for us throughout the years. I still remember driving down from Trinity College so you could type a term paper for me during exams. And you taught me the basics of cooking as you were a great cook. Fantastic Italian red sauce and lasagna. I will truly miss you.
Love forever, Your son John
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom will be in my prayers.
Our Condolences to Laura, John and William, I know you all cherished her dearly. A mother's love is very special. I know she loved her grandchildren very much and they loved her back twice as much.