Born in Notaresco, Italy, she immigrated to Canada in 1957 with her husband and two children.
She was the daughter of the late Carlo and Felicetta De Padre. She was predeceased by her husband Bernardo and son Attilio, and 7 siblings. She is survived by her loving daughter Beatrice Paul (Kenny); daughter in law Sheila Di Liberatore; grandchildren Shawn Paul (Angela), Danny Paul (Nancy), Carla Blakney (Kevin), Michael Di Liberatore (Shelly), and nine great-grandchildren.
Gina lived in her own home in Halifax until the end, the lovely "north end". She loved her flowers and gardens, and sitting on the steps waving at the wonderful neighbours passing by. In her earlier days she was employed at Koolex Cleaners as a seamstress. Gina was famous for making Timballo (Italian sausage lasagna) and she also cooked for the Pope on his visit to Halifax.
A special thank you to Wanda Cornish, who stood by her until the end.
She has been entrusted to the care of JA Snow Funeral Home on Lacewood Drive. Funeral service Monday July 27th at 10am in the chapel, (masks recommended) with a private family burial at Gate of Heaven Cemetery to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
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