Maria Izilda Jorge

April 1, 1932 - March 18, 2022

Maria Izilda Jorge, from North Newark, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 18, 2022, at the age of 89. She is predeceased by her beloved husband, Jose Lopes Jorge (2020), parents Antonio Rodrigues Pinto & Maria Emilia De Oliveira, and her brother, Lino Correia Pinto. She is survived by her sister Olinda Correia Abrantes, and her two brothers Joaquim Guilherme Correia Pinto, and Joao Correia Pinto. She was born on April 1, 1932 in Girabolhos, Portugal. Together Maria & Jose shared 67 incredible years of marriage. They created their legacy of having 6 children, 10 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren. Children and spouses: Lurdes Trindade & Jose, Maria Davila & Wilfredo, Jose C. Jorge & Ana, Maria Izilda Rombola & Gregory, Fatima Jorge, Luis Jorge & Paula. Grandchildren: Marcia, Michelle, Marisol, Maribel, Elizabeth, Gregory, Sabrina, Mathew, Abigail, Rebecca, and Spouses. Great-grandchildren: Julianna, Gabriella, Christian, Liam, Emma, Mateo, and Sofia. In the early years of marriage, Jose and Maria migrated from Portugal to Brazil with their firstborn, Lurdes. They lived in Brazil for 18 years, where the family continued to grow. In early 1977, they immigrated to the USA. Alongside her husband Jose, Maria created countless memories in teaching their children gardening, enjoying the sport of soccer, and watching The Price is Right. Her hobbies include creating things out of nothing, whether by knitting, cooking the most delicious meals, or most important her desserts. She never missed a birth Date or a phone call and she was always ready to share knowledge and advised her family best. She will be remembered for her infinite wisdom, the power of strength, and kindness. Her memory will live on through endless stories and mainly through the love that she gave which will remain in our hearts forever. She is finally reunited in open arms with her husband, parents, and many of her loved ones. She will be tremendously missed. In lieu of flowers please donate to the St. Jude Children's Hospital - In Memory of Maria Izilda Jorge. https://www.stjude.org/