Maria Louise (Hofer) Oraschewsky

Maria Louise Oraschewsky (née Hofer) passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on November 1, 2021.  Maria is predeceased by her husband of 62 years Roland and her daughter Tamara. She is survived by her son, Peter (Jean) Oraschewsky; grandsons Michael (Llana), Kolya, Andreas (Claire), Alex (Raegan) and James.  “Oma” to eight great grandchildren.

Born 3/21/1934 in Sofia, Bulgaria was raised in Lindau, Germany. In 1956 she left for America and met Roland on the ship. Together they settled in Bristol, CT.  Maria worked for several local and International companies using her background in languages to translate business documents in import/export. She served on the Parish Council of Sts. Cyril and Methodius Orthodox Church in Terryville for 25 years and was Treasurer for a decade.  Her passions were the Sisterhood of the Church, travel, visiting life long friends in Germany, the mountains and gardening.

A funeral service will be held Thursday 10AM at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Russian Orthodox Church.  Burial will be in St. Cyril Cemetery, Terryville.  Relatives and friends may call on Thursday morning at the church from 9 to 10AM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sts. Cyril and Methodius Russian Orthodox Church.

Scott Funeral Home 169 Main St., Terryville is assisting the family with arrangements. www.scottfuneralhomeinc.com

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