Obituary of Eloisa Perez Souza

Eloisa Perez Souza, age 89, died peacefully in her sleep on March 21st, 2020. Eloisa was born on January 25th, 1931, to Emma Souza and Francisco Perez. She is survived by her two daughters, five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren who loved her very much. She was known for her determination and never giving up in life. Her daughters remember her as a strong woman who worked hard against all challenges to give them the best life she could. One cannot forget the unique personality that characterized her as a fearless woman. Eloisa was the first family member who migrated to the United States. She came to New York around the year 1982 and moved to New Jersey in 1983 hence opening the door to her family in this country. She has five grandchildren, whom she helped raise and care for. Her grandchildren remember her as a strict but very loving grandmother. She was also blessed with two great-grandchildren whom she loved dearly. Eloisa was a spiritual and religious woman. She belonged to different churches in her lifetime where in some of them, she was part of the chorus. She was also very passionate about animals and raised different animals as pets. Also, her kindness towards her family and others was seen throughout her lifetime. She was always willing to help her family when needed and taught her daughters that one should always lean a hand to others and never deny a plate of food. Eloisa will be remembered for many reasons, but some of the family’s best memories would be her dedication to her favorite holidays such as Christmas, three king’s day, and New Years' day. Her patience and dedication to decorate the house with the Christmas tree, baby Jesus’ christening, and ornaments were amazing. She will also be remembered for her unique New Year rituals, especially how she would throw lentils and rice in the house to bring good luck to the family. Her best memories include her pot chicken, her desire to buy lottery tickets, and how there was always a pastry in her bag for her grandchildren. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Eloisa Perez Souza nacio Enero 25, 1931. Sus padres fueron Emma Souza y Francisco Perez. Ella deja dos hijas, cuatro nietos, dos bisnietos y dos hermanos. Eloisa fallecio en New Jersey el dia 21 de Marzo de 2020 a la edad de 89 años. Fue una mujer bien amada por toda su familia en especial sus hijas y nietos. Eloisa fue conocida por ser una mujer luchadora que no se daba por vencida facilmente. Sus hijas la recuerdan como una mujer fuerte y decidida que trabajo duro por darle lo mejor a sus hijas. Sus nietos la recuerdan como una abuelita estricta pero a la misma vez amorosa. Eloisa fue una mujer muy creyente de Dios. En su vida pertenecio a iglesias y en algunas fue parte del coro. Eloisa fue la primera de la famila que emigro a Estados Unidos en 1982 abriendo la puerta a su familia en este pais. Eloisa tambien fue una mujer bondadosa. En su vida ayudo a familia y personas con lo que ella podia dar. Como olvidar su peculiar personalidad que la caracterizo como una mujer fuerte y dedicada. Su ejemplo de vivir enseñó a sus hijas que siempre hay que darse la mano y solo estando unidos se puede tener fuerza y valor para seguir adelante. A Eloisa se la va a extrañar por su amor a los animales. Tambien era una excelente costurera que le gustaba coser en su tiempo libre. Como olvidar que su bebida preferida hasta el final de sus dias fue el café y su tremenda dedicacion a las pascuas navideñas. Sus hijas y nietos siempre recordaran su paciencia y dedicacion que ella tenia al hacer el nacimiento del niño Jesus, arbol de Navidad, y bajada de reyes. Sus rituales de año nuevo eran parte de la celebracion y no se podian olvidar en especial el ritual de lentejas y arroz en toda la casa.