It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother Maria Battista at Mount Saint Joseph Hospital on February 23, 2023, at the age of 93.
Maria was born in Civitanova del Sannio, Italy on January 16, 1930. She immigrated to Canada in 1955 to marry our dad, Francesco. Mom was a devoted wife and mother, a wonderful cook and a great gardener who enjoyed the company of family and friends. She will be dearly missed by us all and will forever be in our hearts.
She is predeceased by husband Francesco and survived by her children Frank, Carmelina and Nancy. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law Maria Donata, Rosalie, and Teresa and many nieces and nephews.
Viewing will be held at Kearney Burnaby Chapel 4715 Hastings Street, Burnaby on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph Church 1612 E 18th Ave, Vancouver on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 11:30 am, followed by entombment at Ocean View Burial Park-South Mausoleum Burnaby.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association .