Ivan "Tako Johnny" Taliancich

Ivan “Tako Johnny” Taliancich passed away on March 15, 2016 at the age of 85 years. Beloved husband of 54 years to Srecka Glamuzina Taliancich. Father of Zana Curley (Kelly), Andrew Taliancich and Joseph Taliancich (Allison). Grandfather of Jillian, Mary Kate, Christopher and Ivana Taliancich and Quincy Curley. Brother of Jure Talijancic of Igrane, Croatia and the late Jele T. Skrepnik. Son of the late Andrija Talijancic and Zana Bakalic Talijancic. Also survived by many loving family members and friends in Croatia and the United States.
He was born in Igrane, Croatia, resided in Plaquemines Parish, LA since 1957 and spent much of his life as a commercial fisherman. He loved spending time with his grandchildren during his retirement years. And his fondest memories were from the time spent in the bayou, doing what he loved to do. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of East Jefferson General Hospital, especially Dr. Bateman and to the staff of Ameracare Hospice, especially Marilyn and Cathy. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Croatian-American Society ( www.croatianamericansociety.com )
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 8968 Highway 23 in Belle Chasse on Friday, March 18, 2016 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. A Funeral Mass will follow. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park.
MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES is assisting the family. For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, please visit: www.mothefunerals.com .