It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Baba, Teta and friend Maria Trifunovic. She is predeceased by her loving husband Ilija (1967) and was the last survivor of 5 siblings (Mario, Majda, Slavo and Zinka). She is survived by her children Olga (John), Vida (Vlado), Mark and her grandchildren, Carla, Melissa, Kelsey and Kristy. Maria was born in Cernica, Slovenia. Maria lost her husband at the young age of 35, 3 days after the birth of their son Mark, due to a tragic work accident. Maria struggled to support her family and always put her children first. Her close friends helped her through many difficult years. This could not have been done without them, for which she was forever grateful. She devoted her entire life to her children and grandchildren. She had many health issues over the past 10 years, but fought with dignity and spirit right up until the end. She was an amazing, kind, generous, hard working and strong woman, with a heart of gold. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends and our lives will never be the same without her. We love you and you will be forever in our hearts. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at St. Michaels Hospice for their exceptional care.
In Lieu of flowers, we please ask donations be made in Maria’s memory to the BC Cancer Foundation.
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