Submitted by: Dan Rich

Maria Moriconi

March 5, 1919 -- March 27, 2004

South Bend Tribune 3/30/2004

Maria Moriconi, 85, of Alabama Street, Mishawaka, Ind., died at 11:40 a.m. Saturday, March 27, in the home of her son and daughter-in-law in South Bend, Ind. She was surrounded by loving family who will miss her warmth and generosity of spirit. Maria was well-known for her skills as a cook, her gardening abilities, and her love of family.

Maria was born on March 5, 1919, in Alatri, Italy, to Irena and Cepriano Cardinali.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Angelo L. Moriconi, whom she married on Sept. 12, 1940, and who died on Feb. 22, 1974. She was also preceded in death by her two sisters and three brothers, who all resided in Italy.

She was a member of Saint Joseph Parish in Mishawaka and the Women's Auxiliary at DeAmici's Club.

She is survived by her son, Frank Moriconi (Martha) of South Bend, and her daughter, Anna Urick (Robert) of Hammond, Ind. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Michael Moriconi (Heather), Gina Bognar (Kevin), Lisa Rumely (Matthew) and Thomas Urick (Nicole). Maria is also survived by three great-grandchildren, Bradley Bognar, Eleanor Bognar and Jane Rumely.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. today, March 30, in Bubb Funeral Chapel, 3910 N. Main St., Mishawaka, with a prayer service at 4:30 p.m.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 31, in Saint Joseph Church, Mishawaka.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Saint Joseph County.