Theresa Joan Ferreira Obituary
Theresa Joan Ferreira of Mesa, Arizona passed away on September 10, 2026. Theresa, born on April 28, 1938 in Manhattan, New York, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Theresa Joan Ferreira or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Theresa will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Theresa will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Theresa’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her husband Antonio Bernardo Ferreira (Tony); her parents, Anthony Elefante and Laura Elefante; and her sister Angelina Reilly (Angie). She is survived by: her children, Regina Santos (Euclides), Susan Ferreira, Antonio Ferreira (Cheryl), Theresa Gipson (Michael), Olinda Massey (Raymond) and Jack Ferreira; and her sister Angie. She is also survived by thirteen grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 29th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park and Funeral Home (400 S Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206). A funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, September 30th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the All Saints Catholic Church (1534 N Recker Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205). A committal service was held on Wednesday, September 30th 2026 at 11:30 AM at the Queen of Heaven Cemetery (1562 E Baseline Rd, Mesa, AZ 85204).
