Beloved mother of Christopher (Vera) and Lina (Chris). Dear grandmother of Cristiano, Sophia, Ellie, Lucas, and Bella. Also survived by her nieces Diane, Christine and Anna Pacheco. Predeceased by her parents Manuel and Angelina Pacheco, her brother John Pacheco (Dineia).
Thanks to Dr. Valdes and his team at the Cancer Centre of Grand River Hospital for the care provided. Thanks also to Dr. Breault and the nurses at the Cancer Unit of Groves Memorial Community Hospital for their care and support.
Maria's family will receive relatives and friends at Westmount Memorial Celebration Centre, 1001 Ottawa St. S., Kitchener, (519-743-8900), on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 6 - 8 p.m., with prayers at 7:45 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 49 Blueridge Ave., Kitchener, on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., with Father Paul Voisin, C.R. officiating. Cremation will follow. Interment at a later date at Woodland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations would be appreciated to the Canadian Cancer Society or to Innisfree House. Online condolences at www.westmountfuneralchapel.com
