With heavy hearts we regret to announce the passing of Maria Antonietta Parente on July 27, 2015 at Royal Columbian Hospital. She is survived by her loving husband Nicola, children Giuseppe (Sabrina), Julia, Julien and grandchildren Nicola, Carmela and Keyana. She will be loved and missed by family and friends. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at Holy Cross Parish, 1450 Delta Ave., Burnaby, BC. In Lieu of flowers, donations to the BC Cancer Foundation in memory of Maria would be appreciated. Entombment will follow at Abbey Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby, BC. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com