Theresa Marie Theriot Mire

home on Friday evening, October 2, 2026, following a long convalescence from a fall. She accepted her limitations with grace, humility, and unwavering faith in God.

Theresa was the beloved wife of the late John B. Mire, III, for 44

years until his passing on July 4, 2015. Together they shared a life of faith, love, laughter, and generosity. They had a passion for

traveling, dining out, dancing to 50's and country music, and

cheering on the Saints.

A devout Catholic throughout her life, she faithfully attended Mass whether home or on vacation, and recited the Holy Rosary daily.

She viewed the Mass on EWTN, and St. Louis Cathedral each day until her death.

Theresa was born to Louisiana French-speaking parents in New

Orleans, Louisiana. She could hold a conversation with them and

other relatives in French. A second language served her well.

She greeted everyone with a smile and had a genuine interest

in their well-being. Everyone she met was important to her.

She was a graduate of the second graduating class of West

Jefferson High School in Harvey, LA in 1957. Her first job was as

a cashier at Capdeboscq's Super Market, then she was hired as

an assistant to the orthopedic office of Kleinschmidt, Winters and

Frensilli. There she met her future husband, John, when he was

treated for a broken arm. An opportunity came along landing her

a clerical position at BellSouth, retiring after 25 plus years of

service. She was a member of the AT&T Pioneers West Bank Life

Member Club.

Theresa was predeceased by her parents, Frank Theriot, Sr. and

Della Dean Theriot; brother Frank Theriot, Jr.; in-laws Dorothy

Mire and Robert Porche, Sr. She is survived by sisters, Eunice

Ann (James) Peeples, Jane (the late Karl) Melling; nephews

Toby (Alison) Theriot, Sean (Christina) Peeples, Andrew Melling,

and Jeffery (Lacey) Melling; grand nieces Layla, Samantha, and

Karlee, grand nephews Bradley, Dominic, and Bentley. Also

survived by the Porches and their families: Robert Jr, (Deborah),

Richard (Sandra), Barbara (Kevin) Keller, and Ronald (Rachel).

Theresa enjoyed staying in touch with family and friends, never

forgetting their birthdays with a card, plus phone calls, letters, and

cards at Christmas. Theresa and John displayed a beautiful lighted

Christmas Village which delighted all who visited.

The family would like to thank Fr. Bryan Howard and Fr. Beau Charbonnet for their visits and prayers and for administering the Holy Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick; Dr. Christopher Joplin, RN Bridgette, SW Megan, and team of Heart of Hospice;

Dr. Brian Cospolich and staff of Heart Clinic of Louisiana; Mercy Home Health; West Jefferson/LCMC doctors, nurses, ER staff and EMTs for services provided.

Thank you to family and friends, especially neighbors

who visited, sent cards, brought flowers and gifts showing

their love and caring. She loved you all.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on

Monday, October 12, 2026 beginning at 10:00am at St.

Cletus Catholic Church, 3600 Claire Ave., Gretna, LA 70053.

Mass of Christian Burial to begin at 11:30am, followed by

interment at Westlawn Memorial Park, 1225 Whitney Ave.,

Gretna, LA 70056. Celebrant: Rev. Bryan Howard. In lieu of

flowers, Masses are preferred, or donations St. Cletus Renovation

Fund.