Irma Maria Natalina Cuzzetto

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend Irma on March 11, 2010 at the age of 82. She is predeceased by her beloved husband Francesco, parents Pasquale and Maria Funaro, her sister Nilde (Antonio) Maio, brother Tony Funaro, and sister-in-law Alba Colistro. Survived by and lovingly remembered by her four children; Charlie (Margaret), Elvidia (Dave) Anderson, Marlene (Brian) Cowie, Joe (Frances); grandchildren Sean, Aaron, Tara, Francesco, Simona, Alessia; brothers Raffaele (Anna) Funaro, Joe (Joan) Funaro; sisters in Italy, Anita (Mario) Occhiuzzi, Silvana (Pino) Pietramala; sisters-in-law Lilia Funaro, Nella Iachetta; brother-in-law Lello Colistro and many nieces, nephews and friends. Since immigrating from Grimaldi, Italy to Canada in 1954, Irma's welcoming home was always filled with family, friends and neighbours. Together with her husband Francesco, she enjoyed spending time with those they loved, sharing stories over bountiful food and freshly brewed espresso. Irma was a gentle, loving soul who always accepted everyone with open arms. She was happiest when surrounded by all her children and grandchildren who brought her continuous pride and never-ending joy. She will always be remembered for her enduring kindness and her unconditional love. A heart-felt thanks to the very caring staff in the ICU at Burnaby General Hospital. Prayers will be offered on Wednesday, March 17 at 8:30pm at Saint Helen's Parish in Burnaby with Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday March 18 at 10:00am. Entombment to follow at Ocean View Burial Park, South Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, donations in Irma's honour can be made to the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation. (www.heartandstroke.com). Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.