She was born to and predeceased by wonderful parents, Leonardo Iannilli and Angela Maria Ferro in Baselice, Italy, July 17 1935, one of 6 likewise adorable siblings. She arrived in Canada about 1956, married Guiseppe Ciotti, producing two children, Sandra and Carlo. After becoming single again in 1970, she worked selflessly to support her family, painting fish tackle & at Nelson’s Linen Supply for many years before retired.
She is predeceased by her beloved son Carlo and brother Antonio.
She is survived by her loving daughter Sandra and partner Barrie, siblings, Filomena, Pasquale, Maria and Lucia plus many other family, including special nieces, nephews those who knew her simply as sweet friend and acquaintance. She also leaves behind her garden, a true work of beauty and love that she tended to till the end.
A funeral mass for Carmela will be held at Lady of Sorrows Parish, 555 Slocan Street, Vancouver at 10:30am on Thursday, September 6, 2018.
In lieu of flowers, donations to UNICEF and/or Doctors without Borders would be greatly appreciated.
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