Jirina Fargeorge

Jirina Blahova Fargeorge of New Haven, CT passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family Thursday, January 14, 2010. She was the beloved wife of the late Eugene B. Fargeorge. She was born January 11, 1928 in Merklin, Czech Republic to Jan Blaha and Marie Blahova. Jirina was a graduate of the Teachers' College in Plzen, Czechoslovakia. She met her future husband during World War II. She then emigrated to America after marrying Eugene on August 28, 1946 in St. Bartholomew's Church in Plzen. Jirina is survived by 14 children: Maria, Joseph, Eugene Jr., Anne, Thomas, Jirina, and Monica Fargeorge of New Haven, Cecile Fargeorge of Hamden, Lucille (Dale) DeWitt of West Haven, Catherine (Peter) Arkell of Hampton, Theresa (Ralph) Barbuto of New Haven, Bernadette (Michael) Daniele of Branford, Caroline (Michael 0' Andrea) of Hamden, Edmund (Laura) Fargeorge of New Haven. She is survived by 20 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by sister Ana Prachova and brother Jan Blaha of the Czech Republic, and sister-in-law Lucille Colwell of Cheshire. Predeceased by husband Eugene Bernard Fargeorge Sr. and son Peter C. Fargeorge. Jirina was the owner of Knightsbridge Supply Company of Branford, CT. She was an active member of St. Francis of Assisi parish in New Haven, where she served as a trustee of the church. At St. Francis Church she also served on a variety of committees, including Christmas Bazaar Committee, Parish Council, Altar Rosary Society, Strawberry Festival Committee, Social Activities Committee and the Parish Society. Jirina was a member of the Council of Catholic Women. She also served as a CCD teacher for many years. She volunteered at the St. Francis food pantry and served on the Home School Association. In 2004, Jirina received the Archdiocesan Medal of Appreciation for her longtime contributions to St. Francis. Along with her religious activities, Jirina was also involved with civic activities- she devoted many years of her life volunteering at Fort Nathan Hale in New Haven, volunteered for the homeless shelter in New Haven, and along with her husband and others, was instrumental in founding Fair Haven Day. Jirina enjoyed gardening, reading, knitting and traveling abroad, especially to the Czech Republic to visit her family. Funeral from SISK BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME 3105 WHITNEY AVE. HAMDEN Monday at 9: 30am Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 in St. Francis Church. Burial in St. Lawrence Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday from 3 - 8 pm. In lieu of flowers contributions to St. Francis School 423 Ferry St. New Haven, 06513, St. Francis Church 397 Ferry St. New Haven, 06513 or CT. Hospice 100 Double Beach Rd. Branford. 06405.

Jirina Fargeorge

January 11, 1928 - January 14, 2010