Ivanica was born on 11/3/34,on the island of Olib in Croatia. Born to Anica and Bozo Budesa. She was one of three children along with her older brother Marjan and her younger brother Ivan. In 1956 she married Bozo Grcic. Branka and Jadranka their twin daughters were born the following year. She was adored by her 3 grandchildren Elena, Jadran and Stefanie. On January 29, 2017 she celebrated her 61st wedding anniversary with the love of her life. She was a kind, generous and loving person. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
Arrangements under the direction of Thomas M. Quinn & Sons, Astoria, NY.