Marguerite Di Giacomo
elevated zgpLr February 9, 1953 – March 8, 2024
elevated zgpLr Visitation
Monday, March 18, 2024 from 1 – 4 & 5 – 8 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated zgpLr Funeral Mass
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 12:00 pm
St. Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Church
41 Glendinning avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M1W 3E2
elevated zgpLr Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
elevated zgpLr Donations
In Loving Memory of Marguerite Di Giacomo donations may be made to the Sick Kids Foundation or the ALS Society of Canada. Click the charity to donate.
elevated zgpLr Obituary
elevated zgpLr It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved mother Marguerite Di Giacomo who passed away on Friday March 8th, 2024 in her 71st year, at Vaughan Hospice, after a long battle with ALS.
elevated zgpLr Marguerite was born on February 9th, 1953 to her loving parents Louis and Linda Khalil in Cairo, Egypt. After immigrating to Canada in 1968 with her family, Marguerite began her academic career at Georges Vanier Secondary School. She graduated in 1971 and then went on to study Arts at York University.
elevated zgpLr In 1974, Marguerite graduated from York University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Language. A year later, she returned to York, and obtained her teaching certification. Marguerite went on to become a French school teacher for a few short years, before landing a career in the financial industry. Marguerite began her banking career as a teller at TD Bank, which eventually kickstarted a 35+ year career in Corporate Banking. Marguerite’s drive, determination, passion and intelligence, quickly propelled her up the corporate ladder. Marguerite had the rare ability to connect on a personal level with anyone and everyone she interacted with. She had a charisma and presence like no other, making her highly admired and appreciated. Marguerite was undoubtedly very well known and respected by everyone she encountered in her professional career and lifetime.
elevated zgpLr In high school, Marguerite met the love of her life, Vincenzo Di Giacomo. After Vincenzo chased her for many years, she finally decided to give him a chance. It was love at ‘first date’ and Marguerite and Vincenzo went on to get married a few years later on October 7th 1976. From there, they went on to have three wonderful and loving children.
elevated zgpLr Marguerite was a strong, vibrant and independent woman. She had an incredible zest for life, evidenced by her passion for travel, dancing, and of course, spending time with family and friends. Marguerite had a deep love for Latin music and was an avid Bachata and Salsa dancer. She was fluent in six languages: English, French, Italian, Spanish, Arabic and German, which served to assist her very much in her many travels. In her lifetime, Marguerite managed to visit many places throughout the world. She was a fun-loving soul, who had a deep desire for exploration and adventure. Marguerite also had a great passion and love for her family and friends. Marguerite thoroughly enjoyed cooking delicious meals for her family and friends, and always made a point of ensuring that she taught her children the importance of family traditions.
elevated zgpLr Marguerite was predeceased by her loving parents Linda and Louis Khalil, and husband Vincenzo Di Giacomo. She is survived by her children Gregory Di Giacomo (Melissa), Nicole Ioannidis (Thomas), Alexander Di Giacomo (Lulu) and her beloved grandchildren Daniel, Olivia, Vincent and Zoe; her siblings Mary Girgis (Ramsis), Marilyn Kamel (Kamel) and Maged Khalil (Ghada).
elevated zgpLr Services will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home, 211 Langstaff Rd. E., Thornhill, ON, on Monday March 18th, 2024 from 1-4pm and 5-8pm. Ceremony will be held at St. Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Church, located at 41 Glendinning Avenue, Scarborough ON, on Tuesday March 19th, 2024 12:00pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the ALS Society of Canada or The Hospital for Sick Children.
Very sorry to hear of your loss.
Our condolences to the whole family 💔🙏 we r neighbours with Marguerite
I enjoyed our conversations with her RIP to a beautiful lady.
From Orsola, Vince and Maria
I am sorry for your loss. My prayers and deepest sympathy are with you all.
Greg, Nicole, Alex and family. My deepest condolences goes out to all of you.
There is no words of comfort but thinking of you and my prayers are with you all.
Our sincere condolences to the family of Marguerite. May she R.I.P
Rip my lovely angel
Our deepest regrets to her family, our prayers are with you.
Love Sam and Lily Ricci
Greg, Nicole and Alex, I am so sorry for your loss. Grateful for the time I had with her. She will most certainly be missed.
Love, Eli
My deepest condolences to Alex, siblings and family. May your mom rest in peace and you all find love and light to comfort you through these days. You are all thought of deeply. With sympathy and Love.
My sincere sympathies to your entire family and friends. Marguerite, you were a beautiful, caring person and a wonderful friend. I will miss you! Rest in peace.
Rest in piece my dear friend, although we lost touch for a few years, you are always in my mind, we had great times together, and that will keep me going remembering the fun we had together,that I will cherish forever.
Our condolences to Alex and Whole family in this sorrowful difficult time. We pray Almighty God grant guidance and comfort to this bereaved family.
May your beloved Mom RIP in heaven.
Such a beautiful lovely wonderful woman May she rest in peace
My condolences to you and your entire family. Remember your good times with your mother Nicole. We continue to pray for you guys during this difficulty times. RIP Marguerite.
Our deepest condolences to all the family. God Bless.
So very sorry for your loss. She was clearly a vibrant and amazing woman, may she rest in peace.
Beautiful story and words written for your wonderful mother, may she rest in peace. Sending Greg, Melissa and your family & friends my condolences.
Dear Greg Nicole and Alex
Thoughts are with you and your families at this sad time….so very sorry for your loss.
May your Mother forever rest peacefully in God’s Heaven 🙏🙏
RIP MARGHERITE!
Alex and family, very sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
My deepest condolences to you and your family through this difficult time. Sending my love and prayers xox
Kat
Greg, my heart goes out to you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
My deepest condolences on the passing of your dear Mother. God will give you strength and courage during this difficult time.
Gunter and I are deeply saddened by passing of your beloved mother. I’ve only met Marguerite a few times but definitely left a positive impression on me. She had class. She is in a better place. May God Bless her and her beautiful children that will carry her in their hearts forever.
Our sincere condolences to Greg, Nikki, Alex and your families. With heavy hearts, we will miss our dear M. We will always cherish the many unforgettable and hilarious memories we shared wherever we went. RIP M, you will always be with us in spirit.
4 Amigas sempre
Our sincere condolences to Greg, Nikki, Alex and their families. With heavy hearts, we will miss our dear M. We will always cherish the many unforgettable and hilarious memories we shared wherever we went. RIP M, you will always be with us in spirit.
4 Amigas sempre
To Di Giacomo Families – I am Very Sorry to hear about Marguerite Passing – Sincere Condolences to Gregory – Nicole – Alex & Families. May She R.I.P.
To the Di Giacomo Families – Our Sincere & Deepest Condolences for the Passing of Dear Marguarite – May she R.I.P.
Our sincere condolences to Greg, Nikki, Alex and the families. With heavy hearts, we will miss our dear M. We will always cherish the many unforgettable and hilarious memories we shared where ever we went. RIP M, you will always be with us in spirits. 4 Amigas sempre.
Anita Fiesta, Jefa (Anna, Patti, Nancy)
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Dear Greg & family,
I am truly sorry for your loss and want to extend my sincerest condolences. May your mom rest in peace.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Dear Nicole and all your family
So sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to all your family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this difficult time. Cherish all the wonderful memories. May she rest in peace.
Nicole, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Her suffering is ended and she is safely in Heaven. Healing thoughts to you and your family.
Dear Marguerite – Will miss you dear friend – our infrequent get togethers over long lunches to laugh and catch up. May the angels in heaven bless and keep you in their loving embrace.
Dear Greg, Nikki and Alex, my hear goes out to you and your families. A great loss to all. Your words fully describe her beautiful spirit and generosity. She will be greatly missed. Sending you Love Anastasia