It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Valeria after a lengthy battle with cancer. She is predeceased by her father Aldo. She is survived by her loving family, son Mateo, mother Flavia, brothers Luigi and Roberto, Zio Vittorio (Deidra), aunt Mary and Zia Maria, many cousins in Italy and Canada, and many friends. Special thank-you to her friend Ellie and Dr. Shaw. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 12 noon Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at Holy Cross Catholic Church 1450 Delta Ave. Burnaby, BC. Entombment to follow at the South Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations to the BC Cancer Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com