Sophie Gazvoda Indianapolis, Indiana Obituary

Sophie Gazvoda

Josephine "Sophie" (Skoda) Gazvoda, of Indianapolis, left her earthly life to rest eternally with Jesus and Mary, on the afternoon of Wednesday June 3rd 2020. She was 100 years old! Sophie was born on September 30, 1919 to John and Louise Skoda and was the youngest of 3 children, with a brother John and sister Louise. Haughville was where she called home for most of her life. She was a devout member of Holy Trinity Parish until its closing in 2014. She attended their grade school, graduated from Washington High School and went on to a business school as well. She married John (Pondo) Gazvoda in 1937 and had 2 wonderful daughters, Patricia Louise (Crossley) and Marilyn Jean (Hart) who doted on her and she on them. Sophie was a tough, hard working, faithful Slovenian Matriarch of her family with a heart of gold.She was a wonderful cook/baker but also loved to eat out. She cherished the times just to "be" with her family. She was a loving child of Christ, devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother to 5, Great Grandmother to 13, Great Great Grandmother to 9 and an Aunt to 5. She was loved by all who knew her. She will be deeply missed. To celebrate Sophie's life and put her respectfully to rest, a funeral mass will take place at Saint Christopher Catholic Church in Speedway on Monday June 8th at 11 a.m.Visitation will be one hour prior to mass at the church and Christian burial will be held directly after mass at West Ridge Park Cemetary. Flowers may be sent directly to the church.
September 30, 1919 - June 3, 202009/30/191906/03/2020
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Mitzi Rogers
June 11, 2020
RIP Sophie
A candle was posted for Sophie Gazvoda.
A candle was posted for Sophie Gazvoda.
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Dale Rothenberger
June 6, 2020
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Dale Rothenberger.
Forget Me Nots was posted for Sophie Gazvoda.
Forget Me Nots was posted for Sophie Gazvoda.
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MITZI rogers
June 5, 2020
May the Lord find you all comfort during this difficult time. I grew up next door to Sophies Mom on Haugh St. My Mom and Aunts thought a lot of her. RIP Sophie
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Emily Rose
June 5, 2020
Sophie was my Great Grandmother. She was an amazing woman. We use to always play cards, do word search puzzles, and walk to the dollar store so she could buy me a toy when I would stay the night with her. She was hilarious, loving, and the most upfront about anything. I ... Continue Reading
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Julie Bell
June 5, 2020
Sophie was such a great woman - beloved by her extensive family. I have so enjoyed being able to share in holidays and family special occasions. She lit up a room wherever she was and she laughed and laughed with the little ones. Much love to all of her family during thi... Continue Reading