In Loving Memory of Benedicta Tejada
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Benedicta Tejada, who left this world peacefully, surrounded by family, on Sunday, January 4, at 1:30 a.m.
Benedicta was more than an aunt, daughter, sister, friend, or neighbor; through her constant presence and care for all, she was a mother in every sense of the word. Her kind heart, noble character, and quiet grace touched all who knew her. She lived a life of selfless love, compassion, and service, always placing others before herself. To us, she was our Mother Teresa.
The world is a lesser place without her, but we are forever grateful for her love and the legacy she leaves behind. Her memory will live on in our hearts always.
En Amorosa Memoria de Benedicta Tejada
Con profundo dolor anunciamos el fallecimiento de Benedicta Tejada, quien partió en paz, rodeada de su familia, el Domingo 4 de enero a la 1:30 de la madrugada.
Benedicta fue más que una tía, hija, hermana, amiga o vecina; siempre estuvo para todos, y por eso fue una madre en todo el sentido de la palabra. Su corazón bondadoso, su carácter noble y su sencillez dejaron una huella imborrable en todos los que la conocieron. Vivió una vida de amor desinteresado y servicio. Para nosotros, fue nuestra Madre Teresa.
El mundo es un lugar más vacío sin ella, pero su amor y su legado vivirán por siempre en nuestros corazones.
Visitation will be held at Riverdale Funeral Home, 5044 Broadway, NY, NY 10034 on Friday, January 9, 2026 from 4pm to 8pm.
A funeral Mass will be held at Church of Incarnation RC Church, 1295 St. Nicholas Ave., NY NY 10033 on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 7:30am
Interment will follow at St Raymonds Cemetery, 2600 Lafayette Avenue, Bronx NY
In lieu of flower please consider donating to St. Jude's in memory of Benedicta Tejada: Impact the lives of St. Jude kids - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital https://www.stjude.org/promotion/impact-giving-pm.html?
In Loving Memory of Benedicta Tejada
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Benedicta Tejada, who left this world peacefully, surrounded by family, on Sunday, January 4, at 1:30 a.m.
Benedicta was more than an aunt, daughter, sister, friend, or neighbor;