elevated mS1r0 December 17, 1946 ~ March 22, 2025

elevated mS1r0 Visitation #1
Friday, March 28, 2025 from 2 – 4 & 5 – 8 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6

elevated mS1r0 Visitation #2
Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 10:30 am – 11:45 am
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6

elevated mS1r0 Funeral Mass
Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 12:00 pm
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6

elevated mS1r0 Entombment
Holy Family Mausoleum at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6

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elevated mS1r0 Obituary
It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother Maria Russo in Toronto at the age of 78.

elevated mS1r0 She was born in Cervaro, Frosinone, Italy to Elvira Barilone and Cesare Iafano.

elevated mS1r0 Maria is predeceased by her beloved husband Alessandro in 2014.  Loving mother to Chris (Michelle), Dennis (Sonia) and Michael (Donna). Adored Nonna Ria to Tyler (Elisia), Kyle (Leanora) and Daniel (Briar); Cherished sister of Tony (the late Noraine) Iafano, Anna (the late Bruno) Di Mambro, Mario (Mary) Iafano and Lola Durant. Zia to many nieces and nephews.  Dedicated and loyal friend to many.

elevated mS1r0 Maria’s life was filled with love for her family, her many friends and for those whose lives she touched.  Her ability to tell captivating stories created smiles, laughter and inspiration for her family and friends.  Her strong faith in the Lord allowed her to give those around her strength and courage.

elevated mS1r0 She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by all.

elevated mS1r0 In memory of our mother Maria, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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