Embraced by the love of her family, Mari (Buerman) Pocha’s, age 56, spirited presence moved from life to life on April 18, 2014. Her lifelong battle of numerous health issues began at birth. She met each one with a conquering determination and her strength and desire to live stayed with her every moment of every day.
In Mari’s words, her life of illness and suffering was the “contract she signed up for.” She will be forever missed.
She is survived by her husband, Tom Pocha, brothers Richard (Mary Lee), Hal (Jonnie) and sisters Pattie and Carol (Carlin), as well as grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mari’s spirited presence will be missed by all her family and friends.
A celebration of life memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at St. Peter’s Cathedral, 511 N. Park Ave., Helena, MT 59601. A reception will follow the service in the social hall of the church. Her ashes will be buried along with her father, mother, and brother at Mt. Olivet cemetery in Anaconda on Wednesday, April 23, 2014. In lieu of flowers the family asks memorials in Mari’s name be made to the Lewis and Clark Humane Society, 1712 E. Custer Ave., Helena, MT 59602. Please visit www.aswfuneralhome.com to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Mari.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Her Life
2:00 p.m.
Tuesday April 22, 2014
St. Peters Cathedral
511 N. Park Ave.
Helena, Montana 59601
Reception
Following Memorial Service
Tuesday April 22, 2014
St. Peter's Cathedral
511 N. Park Ave.
Helena, Montana 59601
Service Schedule
Celebration of Her Life
2:00 p.m.
Tuesday April 22, 2014
St. Peters Cathedral
511 N. Park Ave.
Helena, Montana 59601
Reception
Following Memorial Service
Tuesday April 22, 2014
St. Peter's Cathedral
511 N. Park Ave.
Helena, Montana 59601
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Kent Richards says
Knew Mari since we were young kids up in the Lockey Park neighborhood. Will miss her.
Phyl Marshik says
Tom, very sorry that you lost your wife. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jody Reisbeck says
I worked with Mari many many years ago when Wells Fargo was Norwest Bank. She was a great person to be around and come to know. I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. God Bless
TILLY AND DANIEL POCHA says
Tom, I am so sorry; Mari has always told me she had found her soul mate. I truly believe she was right. Keep her memories close to your heart so she will always be with you. Our thought s and prayers are with you and her family. Daniel and Tilly
Terry W Bass says
May she be at Peace. God bless all her family.
TB
Jack and Susan Haffey, and Family. says
That wonderful smile in this picture is how Mari always greeted people. Whenever I think of her, that special smile comes to mind. Mari inspired and continues to inspire us all.
Crystal Wong Shors says
Thinking of you, Tom. I wish you warm memories and comfort.
Don Wark says
Tom, I am so sorry to hear of Mari’s passing. I remember when the two of you first met; it was obvious to us all that you were meant to be together. Keep those happy times close to your heart while looking forward to seeing our beautiful sister, smiling in God’s house. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and Hal and all of the family. Don.