Julia Rosa Deleon Montes Galletta

Born March 23, 1923

In El Rodeo, Guatemala, Central America

Predeceased by her beloved husband Gaetano Galletta (2012), her parents Angela Montes Alderete and Porficio de Leon Perez and by her stepmother Julia Izaguirre Monia and sisters Clarita de Leon Izaguirre Rossler, Maria Lesbia de Leon Montes, Berta Elidia de Leon Izaguirre and brothers Mario Adolfo de Leon Izaguirre and Porfilio de Leon Izaguirre.

Survived by her stepchildren – Antonette (Walter) Pellizzari, John (Jan) Galletta and Carmela (Frank) Van de Geyn. Her step grandchildren – Lorenzo Pellizzari, Pamela (Bruno) Lam, Kyle Galletta and Brandon Galletta. Carmela’s stepchildren Michelle (Doug) Archell and Peter (Lisa) Van De Geyn. John’s stepchildren Stephen Faye and Megan Faye. Lovingly remembered by her great step grandchildren, Kean Lam and Arabella Lam. Carmela’s step grandchildren Peyton and Addison Van De Geyn.

Much loved and remembered by her nephews, Arlin (Kenya) De Leon and Mario De Leon. Her nieces - Maria de Leon and Ana Luz de Leon. Great nieces and nephews: Gabriella and Adolfo de Leon, Lorena (Guillermo) Santana and daughter Shannel; Luz Maria and Silvia Licia De Leon.

Remembered fondly by the Galletta family. Julia cherished each and every one of you.

Julia moved to Canada in December 1978 where she married Gaetano. They were married for 33 years. Julia was happy to be a wife and stepmother/grandmother. She always enjoyed being around little children. They brought her much joy. Julia and Gaetano travelled many times to her home in Guatemala to spend time with her beloved family. She was very proud of her heritage. Julia and Gaetano were also very religious and every Saturday night they would attend mass and then head out to some of their favourite dining places ie. Burger King, Harveys, Swiss Chalet and Pizza Pizza. They truly enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Julia had many Spanish friends here in Guelph who loved her dearly. They frequently visited her at the nursing home and kept her entertained with prayer and song. We thank all of these special people who meant so much to her.

Julia has been blessed with a long life and although her last 11 years has been spent at the Elliott Nursing Home, she was grateful for all the good years she had prior to that. A special thanks to all the staff/directors at the nursing home especially Dr. Lee and all the exceptional nurses/PSWs whom she always referred to as “Bella” and of course “Joel, her favourite”. They tended to her every need and they held a special place in her heart. A very sincere thank you to Pastor Mike Dell for his kindness and support.

Rest in Heavenly Peace Nonna Julia!

Visitation will be held at Gilbert MacIntyre and Son Funeral Home, Hart Chapel, 1099 Gordon St, Guelph on Saturday, March 13, 2021, from 2-4 and 7-9pm. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at 1pm. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, please RSVP a slot for the visitation and the funeral service on the funeral home website. Private burial will be held at a later date at Marymount Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Elliott Nursing Home or cash donations to be received by Carmela Van De Geyn in honour of Julia in support of a family member in Guatemala with cancer would be greatly appreciated. Donation cards are available at the funeral home (519-821-5077), or online at www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com.