Theresa (Klucsarics) Brendli

In Loving Memory of

Theresa Brendli

August 20, 1939 – May 18, 2025

Theresa Brendli, born August 20, 1939, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and devotion to family.

Born in Punitz, Austria, Theresa immigrated to the United States on April 12, 1959. Shortly after arriving, she met her beloved husband Stephen, a German immigrant. They married on September 24, 1960, and together they built a warm and loving home in New Jersey, raising three children. Theresa always placed her family at the heart of her life. She often said that no amount of money could ever compare to the love of her family. A woman of deep Catholic faith, she was a longtime member of Holy Trinity Church in Passaic, New Jersey, where she served faithfully as secretary. She volunteered countless hours organizing church picnics, Weinfests (wine festivals), Fasching festivities, and other social events. She was especially involved in the Women’s Society, where she built lasting friendships and served with dedication. Theresa also volunteered at Our Lady of Good Counsel School and Church in Pompton Plains, NJ. Proud of her Austrian heritage, she was an active member of the Kolping Society, Burgenlander Society, and Sathmar Society, joyfully honoring her roots through her culture and community. Choosing to retire at 80, she moved to Florida to enjoy time near her daughter, spending her days socializing by the pool and meeting new friends. She was a true people person and the life of the party, always bringing joy and laughter wherever she went.

She was predeceased by her devoted husband Stephen in 2000. She was the beloved mother of: Richard Brendli and his wife Kim, Robert Brendli and his wife Linda and Linda Brendli. She was the cherished grandmother—affectionately known as “Omie”—to: Kristen Brendli and her husband Andrew, Katie Brown and her husband Chris, Natasha Brendli and Justin Brendli. She was also the adored great-grandmother to: Nicolas and Xavier. She was a loyal friend, a loving sister, and a treasured aunt to many nieces and nephews. Her family holds dear the countless memories they shared with her—from bowls of her famous “Omie’s Chicken Soup” to long afternoons playing Rummy, laughing, and enjoying each other’s company. They now picture her joyfully dancing the polka or an Austrian waltz in heaven with her beloved Stephen, trusting that one day, they will all be together again. Theresa had a zest for life and a warm heart. Her family would love for Theresa to be surrounded by flowers during her service as a way to celebrate her life.

Visitation will be Thursday from4-8pm at Bizub-Quinlan Funeral Home, 1313 Van Houten Avenue, Clifton. Funeral Friday 9:15am from the funeral home and 10:00am at Holy Trinity RC Church, cor. Hope Avenue & Harrison Street, Passaic. Interment St. Mary’s Cemetery, Saddle Brook. Please visit www.bizubquinlan.com to leave online condolences to Mrs. Brendli’s family on the Tribute Wall of her obituary page.

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