It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother and nonna, Maria. She is predeceased by her loving husband Antonio, parents Raffaele and Antonietta. Maria is survived by her loving family son Dave (Amie) and daughter Sandra (Luigi); grandchildren Antonio, Joseph, Maria, Michaela and Nico; brother Nicola, sister Ninetta, as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A Viewing will take place on Sunday, October 3rd at 3:00pm in Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will follow on Monday, October 4th at 11:00am in Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, 555 Slocan Street. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.