Virginia Maria Gorizzan (nee Zannese)
elevated ngreQ December 5, 1930 – December 23, 2022
elevated ngreQ Visitation
Thursday December 29, 2022 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm & 6:00 – 8:00 pm
elevated ngreQ Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated ngreQ Funeral Mass
Friday December 30, 2022 at 11:00 am, St. Luke’s Parish, 39 Green Lane, Thornhill
Click here to watch the mass
elevated ngreQ Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
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Obituary
elevated ngreQ It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Virginia Gorizzan (nee Zannese). With her family by her side, she died peacefully on Friday, December 23, 2022, at the age of 92, and is now joined in eternity to her beloved husband, Americo. Devoted mother of Emanuela (Glen), Claudio (Lynda), and Daniela (Costantino). Loving grandmother of Fernando (Jessica), Eric, Giulia, Krista, Amanda (Scott), Fabio, and Kathryn. Dearly missed by her brothers Onorino (the late Agnese) of Toronto, Piergiorgio (Franca) and Ivo (Liliana) of Fiume Veneto, Italy. Cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews in Canada, Italy, France and Argentina. Lovingly remembered by many friends and extended family members in Canada and abroad. Virginia was inspired by a strong faith and an enduring love for her family and friends. Her life-long passion for gardening was evident in the beautiful gardens she lovingly tended. If desired, donations to Radio Maria or the Heart and Stroke Foundation can be made in Virginia’s memory and are gratefully appreciated by the family.
Condoglianze vivissime.
Vi siamo vicini,
Mariella e famiglia
Deepest condolences. Virginia would always be remembered as such a positive, hard working, caring, and elegant woman. It was such a pleasure to meet you and your family. Rest in Peace. You would be deeply missed!
Dear Daniela,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Daniela
Our sincere condolonces. We will pray for your mom and for you and your family. Love Tom and Linda
Dearest Daniela and family,
Deepest condolences. Your mother was the epitome of grace and love. May her light shine brighter everyday; may it guide you and your loved ones always….
We so appreciated the graciousness of Virginia who was a most wonderful and caring neighbour. I know she zoomed straight to Heaven to help in their magic garden section. Condolences 💐 to the family and friends. Much love, Christine, Michael, Celeste, Christian, Carson, Christel & granddaughter Sadie Rae. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
It was always a lovely time seeing you. You will be deeply missed!
We are sending our deepest sympathies to all of you. Your Mom/Grandma was such a sweet lady. I am so happy we were able to see her at Amanda and Scott’s wedding. May she Rest in Peace. Love to all of you.
Emanuela, Claudio, Daniela and families,
We extend to you our sincere condolences for the loss of your beloved mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. Virginia was a rare and exceptional woman who truly lived her faith and who radiated love and kindness to everyone who crossed her path. She always put others first, inquiring about them and lifting others up even when her spirit was down. Family was very important to her and it is clear that her death has broken your hearts and left a huge void in your lives.
Virginia had the most heart-warming smile. Undoubtedly, her smile has not left her face since she has been in the presence of God and Mother Mary and has been reunited with her beloved husband.
May she rest in peace and may you be strengthened and comforted in your grief knowing that she was a blessing on earth and from heaven she will continue to shine her radiant light and love on all of you.
With deepest sympathy,
Teresa, Mauro, Mark and Adrian
“There are some who bring a light so great to this earth that even after they have gone, the light remains.” Source unknown.
my condolences God have her in glory
Prayers to you and your family. 💗💗💗
Dear Emanuela and Glen and family .
My thoughts are with you today .
Deepest condolences. Virginia would always be remembered as such a positive, hard working, caring, and elegant woman. It was such a pleasure to meet you and your family. Rest in Peace. You would be deeply missed!
We send deepest condolences from Santina Muzzatti and her family.
Our sincerest condolences to the entire family. 💐 Our neighbour, Mrs. Gorizzan, a gracious lady with a heart of gold, will be profoundly missed!
We shall never forget her!
❤️
Caron, Klaus, Michael & Claude
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your sister, mother and grandmother.
Nadia (Trovo) Taylor and family.
My deepest condolences to you Daniela and your family during this difficult time. There is no one in this world like your mother. She was a special woman and she will be with you always. Wishing you comfort and remembering the kind spirit that was your mom. She was the epitome of pure loveliness, beauty and kindness! My prayers are holding you close to my heart. May your beautiful mother’s soul rest in peace.
Dearest Gorizzan, nee Zannese family,
Our hearts and thoughts are with all of you as you mourne the passing away of Virginia, an iconic parishioner of St.Luke’s Catholic church, Thornhill.
Virginia and the late Americo were an epitome of humbleness and royalty.We looked forward to meeting them both at St.Luke’s, post Sunday masses.
May her soul rest in eternal peace. 🙏 Amen.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family Daniela.
Your mom was the sweetest and the most gentle lady we have ever known.
Beautiful inside out, caring, kind and very proud of her family.
She will be missed so much by all of us.
Her kind and beautiful spirit will live forever in our hearts.
May she rest in peace !
Daniela and family, we are very saddened to hear of Virginia’s passing. We are so happy to have met you both in her lovely home. She was a very gracious and hospitable soul. May her kindness and beautiful spirit be in your hearts forever and may your memories give you comfort at this very difficult time.
My sincerest condolences to you all, Emanuella, Claudio, Daniella and your families.
We offer our deepest condolences to the Gorizzan family. Mothers are very special people.
Virginia was a gracious and caring woman.
May the Lord’s Blessings and your mother’s fond memories bring you peace and comfort.
Sincere condoglianze a tutta la grande famiglia,con la dipartita di Virginia una pagina di storia di voi tutti si chiude e si apre un’altra vita nell’eternita’.La nostra preghiera accompagni Virginia all’incontro con il Signore.
Dear Daniela and family,
My condolences at this very sad time. My prayers are with you.
Dear Daniella, my deepest Condolences for the loss of your beloved Mom, she was very beautiful inside out & precious lady very kind neighbor.
Wishing you a comfort at this difficult time
May she rest in peace.
To your entire family..our deepest condolences on the loss of your Mother.. May her soul Rest In Peace forever..
She will always be watching over you from heaven..
Virginia’s wonderful front yard garden is very eye-catching.
Our family newly moved here and didn’t get a chance to talk yet, but I saw her a couple of times at her entrance area when we drove along the street. From her daily wearing of decent clothing with jewelry and the very well-organized decorated exterior of the house, I believe she is a gracious lady with a beautiful mind. I even told my wife that it is Daniela’s Mom who is very elegant. I should have stopped and talked to her in person, at least it will make her happier that one more neighbor is appreciating the beauty of her flowers.
Hi Daniela and family, this is the most difficult things you have ever experienced. But your mum’s characteristics and personality will be passed down to generations and she will be forever missed!
CLaudio and your entire family..our deepest condolences . May your Moms soul Rest In Peace forever..
Remembering all the great lunches we had at the family home when we were in high school and years after when we first were in our real estate careers . A beautiful spirit may God bless her and all of her family .
Zia ci mancherai tanto ma so che ci resterai vicina come sempre ,anche con le tue preghiere.
Anche noi ti ricorderemo e pregheremo per te.
Riposa in pace.
Rossana, Armando, Laura, Marta
Daniella,
My heart felt condolences to you and your family.
Your mom was such a lovely lady. She always brightened my day.
Emanuela, Claudio,Daniela e famiglie: Le nostre sentite condoglianze con la speranza che troverete conforto nella certezza che la vostra adorata e gentile mamma avra raggiunto il vostro caro papa nella pace eterna ed insieme pregheranno per voi da lassu. Con tanto affetto, Connie e Piergiorgio Rambaldini
We accompany with much love the farewell of our dear aunt Virginia.
From ARGENTINA we are with you, dear cousins in this painful moment.
JOHN, EDDO PASCOT and family.
Ciao zia Virginia! Buon viaggio. We will meet again! Fabio Zannese e famiglia
To Daniella, Claudio and Emmanuella,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Your mother will always be remembered for her exquisite grace, kindness, gentleness, and friendly smile. I have fond memories of your mother’s love for gardening and found it very inspiring.
Your neighbour and friend,
Carolyn, Danny, Jonathan and Emma
Dear Daniela and family,
Sending condolences, thoughts and healing wishes during this time.
We will always remember walking in the neighbourhood and admiring your mother’s award winning garden, flowers and landscaping. This I’m sure brightened each of our days with joy and inspiration which I’m sure lives on in spirit and warm thoughts.
– your neighbours Derek and Bob
Dear Daniella,
I am sorry for your loss. I know what a mother means, and I especially know how much your mother meant to you. She sounded like a great lady. Remember the good memories, for mothers give us many of them. My condolences to you and your family.
Sonia (OLHC)
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family
God Bless
Love Joey Tomasicchio