Therese Mardini

Teta was born on January 1st, 1933 in Beirut, Lebanon to a devout Maronite Catholic family. She practiced her Catholic faith daily and was always a positive influence on those around her. She immigrated to the States in 1991 and was incredibly proud to be an American citizen.

Teta was passionate about Knitting and creating beautiful and memorable pieces which are cherished by her kids, grandkids, and great grandkids. She was an avid cook and enjoyed preparing Lebanese and Mediterranean food, especially, for friends and family.

Teta Therese was preceded in death by her beloved husband John Mardini, her parents, her brother Abdo, her sister Mounira, and her two stepdaughters Hayat and Mary Mardini.

She is survived by her three children, Tony (Dina) Mardini, Dina (Rami) Mishu, and Rita Mardini; and step daughter Layla Mishu. She is also survived by her five grandchildren, Christina (Sean) Rosean, John Mardini, Johnny (Gabriella) Mishu, Joe Mardini (fiancée Carley) and Elaina (Taylor) Williams, three step grandchildren Sam (Mary) Mishu, Tom (Jasmin) Mishu, and Susan Dakak, several great grandchildren, brother Mansour (Samia) Assaf, and several nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, Knoxville, TN, on Thursday, January 25th, 2024 at 9:15 AM and will immediately be followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM.

The burial service will be at Berry Highland West Cemetery at 9913 Sherrill Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37932.

The family would like to thank Gentiva Hospice staff (especially Celeste and Latoya), and Best Senior Caregiving staff (Whitney) for the exceptional care she received in her last three years.