Aida E. Casanova

Aida E. Casanova, 90, of Leawood, KS, passed away September 19, 2014. Visitation will be at the McGilley State Line Chapel from 10:00a.m. to noon, prior to the service. Funeral Services will be noon, Monday, September 22, at the funeral home . Private entombment in Resurrection Cemetery Mausoleum, in Lenexa, KS. Memorial Contributions may be made to Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care, 1500 Meadow Lake Parkway, Suite 200 Kansas City, MO 64114.

Aida married the love of her life, Gustavo Casanova on October 8, 1950 in Havana, Cuba. Together, they lived a happy and full life filled with adoring family and loving friends. On December 28, 1961, they left Cuba to start a new life journey together in the United States of America with their son and daughter. Through the years, they were able to share the joy of 5 beautiful granddaughters, whom she adored. Her devotion and love for her family and friends was insurmountable. Her love for drawing was always apparent and her skill in doing so was truly a gift. Those close to Aida will remember her for not only the unconditional love she gave, but for the kind and gentle person she always was. Until we see you again, “Mamay”, we will cherish your memories and find peace in knowing you are dancing in heaven with your beloved husband Gustavo, “Papay”.

She was preceded in death by her father & mother, Sabas & Julia Gil; her loving husband, Gustavo Casanova; and a brother, Mario Gil. Survivors include her daughter, Aida Jarvis of Leawood, KS; a son, Luis Casanova of Spring Hill, KS; her five granddaughters: Michelle, Kristina, Alexandra, Sianna, and Monica; and three great grandchildren: Owen, Emma, and Liam; and her beloved little dog, “Beens.”