Rosa Aquino
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211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
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Due to COVID 19 restrictions, the Mass will be Private and attendance will be by invitation only.
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Private Family Entombment at Beechwood Cemetery
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Vaughan, ON L4K 1A7
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Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rosa Aquino on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at the age of 79. Beloved wife of 61 years to Biagio, loving mother to Rosaria, Giuseppina (Danny), and Loretta (Carlo) and proud grandmother to David, Daniel and Robert. The beautiful memories of happy years will forever warm our hearts and make us smile. Rosa will be remembered for her faith, compassion and generosity. She will be cherished and held dear in the hearts of her family, relatives, and many friends.
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Over the years we have heard our nonna express kind words and take action to generously reach out to strangers, friends and family in need. The kind words and actions are a testament to the wonderful way she lived her life and touched the lives of others. We will continue to celebrate her life by sharing her legacy of love and the nurturing she imprinted on our hearts.
Our nonna was born in Siculiana, Sicily in 1942 and came to Canada where she met the love of her life Biagio. For 61 years together they lived a simple life of working hard; providing opportunities for their family and others.Their devotion to each other was undeniable. Nonna took care of nonno and he took care of her, giving each other strength. As described by our nonno, she was a loving wife, an incredible woman who raised 3 beautiful daughters, and an admirable big sister who always showed unconditional love to everyone.
Our nonna had many passions. She was a seamstress at heart and she loved to sew. She pushed the pedal on her sewing machine as if it were a Ferrari and stitched with precision. She was our very own “Chanel” Designer.
Who can forget Nonna’s lunches with the finest, Sicilian Style spicy tomato sauce, homemade gnocchi or fettuccine and tasty meatballs, always served on her favourite dishes on a perfectly set table.
There was never a shortage of flour, sugar, Crisco or almonds at Nonna’s house. She baked the best traditional cookies and breads. Amaretti, Taralli, pizzelli, and her festive specialties cuccidati and easter bread shaped as baskets, bunnies or lambs decorated with the Italian Flag that was crocheted by our great grandmother.
There was no Peloton for Nonna. She got her workout meticulously cleaning her home from top to bottom. The floors gleamed, the mirrors sparkled and her kitchen was spotless. We often wondered if she had a magic cleaning wand. When she was finished with the inside, she would take real pleasure in working in the garden to grow beautiful flowers, vegetables and herbs that she proudly grew from seeds.
Nonna always welcomed everyone with open arms into her home. Her greatest love was her family. She proudly boasted about her grandsons and enjoyed every minute she had with us. Every occasion would be celebrated with her special touch and thoughtfulness. A special cup and placemat for your birthday, trays of your favourite cookies, personalized tabletop trinkets, or something sewn at the spur of the moment …all simple gestures to capture the moment and make you feel cherished. Nonna loved having company and would get excited preparing to entertain. She managed and organized everything from shopping lists to table decor never missing a detail. Every meal was a feast and there was never a shortage of leftovers. But best of all, nonna loved sitting around the table enjoying the conversations and laughing. Our meals began with a prayer and finished with one of her entertaining toasts, “Facciamo un brindisi”. Her hospitality was more than generous and admired by all. Nonna enjoyed playing cards with the family. Who knew our quiet nonna, was a card shark at Sette Mezzo, Briscola and Scoppa. She would be thrilled to win the jackpot of 50 cents. For her it was all about spending time together and passing on traditions.
Nonna’s faith was incredibly strong and rooted in her life. It was her unwavering faith that guided her through many of the hardships she faced.
Nonna will be remembered for the respect she always showed others, her commitment to family love, her devotion to friends, her sense of humour and the strong values that guided her through life. Nonna leaves behind a tremendous footprint; one wrapped in love and nurturing. She upheld a profound understanding that in life we need to show kindness, patience, perseverance, and embrace every challenge with resilience and hope. She recognized that the simple things are the most extraordinary things…
Throughout her 79 years our nonna showed craftsmanship in threading, mending and stitching a beautiful life for herself, family and friends. Her artistry taught us to be good and always do the right thing. Nonna you will forever be cherished and held dear in our hearts. Noi ti amiamo per sempre …i tuoi tesori.
We send the Biaggio and family our most sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rosa was a loving, caring individual who always smiled. A truly great wife, mom, grandma and friend. May she Rest in Peace.
OUR HEARTFELT SYMPATHY TO ALL THE FAMILY !🙏ESPECIALLY TO OUR DEAR JOSIE !🙏
Maria Pia Sovran,
Marinella, Sarah and Steve Calaway
To Biaggio & Family sending our deepest sympathies. We were saddened to learn of the passing of Rosa, she was such a lovely lady who welcomed us to the house with open arms. She will certainly be missed, may she Rest In Peace!❤️😘🙏
Dearest Biaggio, Rosie, Josie, Laura and family,
We are deeply saddened to have our family friend of 55 years depart on to her next journey. May our sweet Lord embrace her as she watches over you all filled with love and faith.
Our moms are never gone, just a whisper away…💜🙏🏼🌹
Dear Rose and family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your mom. I pray that she rests in peace as she enjoys the beauty of heaven.
Sending our sincerest condolences to Biaggio & entire family for the great loss of our sweet, kind & beautiful Rosa. We were saddened & heartbroken but will always remember feeling her smile & love on our occasional visits from Windsor. Those special moments will forever be in our hearts.
R I P dear Rosa💗🙏
In prayer & thinking of you all,
Lina & Emilio Aquino
Rose,
So sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
Dear Rose
My deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved mother. May our dear Lord give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. May your memories sustain you throughout this process
Keeping you and your family in my prayers. May she Rest In Peace
Maria Galati
Our deepest condolences to Zio Biaggio, cousins Rosaria, Giuseppina, Loretta and families.
May you all find comfort in the love of friends and family and never forget the cherished memories of Zia Rosa.
Wishing God’s comfort for all your families and eternal peace for Zia Rosa.
Luigi, Marlene, Lina-Marie Daniela Aquino
Our sincere condolences to all of you, Zio Biagio, Rosaria, Josie, Loretta and your families. In our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Rest in Peace Zia Rosa.
Tony, Luisa Adamo & Family
Rose and family,
Sending my sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. May you always feel her presence in your heart. May your mother rest in peace and always be by your side.
Our sincere condolences Rose and your family 🙏🏻May she Rest In Peace and May you find comfort in all of your cherished memories 💕
Our sincere condolences during this difficult time. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Josie Anne Consiglio
Dear Rose and Family,
My sincerest condolences to you at this every difficult time. May you find strength from each other and may the memories of your mom give you comfort in the days ahead.
You are in my prayers, God bless.
Jenn
Our sincerest condolences Zio Biaggio and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Rest in peace Zia Rosa.
Sending our love and sympathy to the whole family. Laura, Carlo, Rose, Josie, Danny and Mr. Aquino, we are holding you in our hearts.
Mrs Aquino was a very kind and generous woman and I will always remember the wonderful meals at her home. May God hold you all in the palm of his hand during this challenging time.
Thinking of you all, Rosemary, David and the Coelho Family.
Dear Biagio & famliglia, la mia condizione from me and my famliglia to you and yours.
I’ll always remember her with her natural big smile and kindness she extruded.
She was beautiful and always so pleasant… she was great…
We are so sorry for your loss but heaven will be enriched with her presence…
May God bless you and yours from me and mine
With love always.
Dear Rose and family. My deepest condolences on the loss of your beautiful mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know what a difficult time this is for you all.May you be comforted that God is watching over her.
Love, Marisa.
Biagio, Rose, Josie, Laura and family, our deepest sympathy. Sending you all strength and love during this very difficult time. Your Mom was such an amazing person. She always welcomed us with a big smile and of course tons of amazing food when we did visit. We have lots of wonderful memories. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. My Mom and Dad now have someone else very dear to their hearts with them. Love Roseanne and Brian xoxo
When someone you cherish and love begins to only exist in a memory, that memory will ultimately become a treasure… never to be forgotten or lost to time. Zio Biaggio, my cousins Rosaria, Loretta and Giuseppina and your families, we are deeply sorry for your loss and please accept our heartfelt condolences. Riposa in pace Zia Rosa.