It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother. Teresa Agostino, 76, of North Vancouver, peacefully passed away January 31st, 2023.
Teresa was born to parents Vincenzo and Angela Zavaglia, November 1st, 1946 in Mammola, Italy. In 1956, at the age of 10, she immigrated with her family to North Vancouver, Canada to embark on a new life adventure. Teresa completed her education and started working as an administrative clerk at Lions Gate Hospital.
Eventually she met her future husband Bruno Agostino and got married in 1967. Teresa devoted herself to working and raising their two children, Nicodemo and Vincenzo. Teresa and Bruno thoroughly enjoyed spending their time together visiting parts of Italy and Eastern Canada. Teresa loved spending time with her family, grandchildren and friends. She enjoyed cooking and baking but her true passion was gardening.
Teresa is survived by her husband Bruno, her two sons Nicodemo (Maria), Vincenzo (Maria), 5 grandchildren, (Gabriella, Sabrina, Cristiano, Bruno and Tessa), as well as her 2 brothers and 4 sisters, numerous nephews and nieces.