Passed away peacefully at the age of 85 years. Beloved wife of Frank, dear mother of Frank Jr, David (Roxanne) and John and loved Nonna of Julia, Allison and Rowan. Mary was the dear sister of Aldo Braida, Raymond (Patricia) Braida and Dena Defend and sister in law to Ledia Braida. Mary was predeceased by her parents Abele and Agnes Braida, brother, Leno Braida and brother in law, Peter Defend. Mary loved all of her family and friends and the world has lost a beautiful, patient and caring soul. Mary’s love of her grandchildren was undeniable and she will live on in the lessons and love she has shown and taught them and every life that she touched. We all love you Nonna very much! You will be missed but never forgotten.
Mary’s family will receive relatives and friends at Westmount Memorial Celebration Centre, 1001 Ottawa St. S., Kitchener, (519-743-8900) on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Inurnment will follow at Williamsburg Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Diabetes Canada would be appreciated.