Hastings, Rachel Diane was born August 30, 1984 in Toronto East General Hospital and passed away on August 1, 2022 in Michael Garron Hospital (previously Toronto East General Hospital), after a courageous battle with cancer.
Rachel is survived by her son, Manuel and her daughter, Chloe.
One of Rachel’s recent goals was to attend Chloe’s graduation from Earl Beatty Public School. Goal accomplished! Rachel lived her life to the fullest and easily made friends everywhere she went. Her life was filled with a passion for dance, fashion, and make-up artistry. She loved to travel and had a strong appreciation for nature and all living things, including animals and insects alike. Rachel loved being the centre of attention and almost always got her way. She was a social butterfly and took great pride in her friendships, many of which lasted throughout her life.
Rachel is survived by her mother, Linda, her brother, Clayton, and step-father, Bill. She will be missed by her many friends, her two beautiful cats and her beloved skinny pig.
Rachel faced her diagnosis with determination, courage and grace, while always keeping a positive outlook and her sense of humour.
The family would like to thank all the health-care aides, nurses and doctors who tenderly cared for Rachel.
A visitation will be held at Jerrett Funeral Home Scarborough, 660 Kennedy Road, on Tuesday August 9, 2022 from 10-11 a.m. with a funeral service to follow.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.jerrettfuneralhome.com for the HASTINGS family.
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