Bernice Holmes

elevated mWN2Y June 9, 1930 ~ August 22, 2025

elevated mWN2Y Visitation
Wednesday, August 27, 2025 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6

elevated mWN2Y Funeral Mass
Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 10:30 a.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6

elevated mWN2Y Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery – Section 17
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6

elevated mWN2Y  Obituary

elevated mWN2Y It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Bernice Holmes (née Quinto) on August 22, 2025, at Credit Valley Hospital, at the age of 95.

elevated mWN2Y Born in Toronto, Ontario, on June 9, 1930, Bernice was the cherished daughter of Berardino and Katherine Quinto.  She was predeceased by her husband, Larry, as well as her sisters Marie, Elvera, and Frances, her brother, Joseph, and her fur grandbabies, Topolino, Lucky, Bella and, most recently, her little Sambuco.

elevated mWN2Y Beloved mother to David (Toni) and Melanie, Bernice was a source of strength, warmth, and love throughout her life. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by her extended family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched.

elevated mWN2Y The family is deeply grateful for the kindness and support extended during this time of loss.

elevated mWN2Y In honour of Bernice, memorial donations may be made to the Trillium Health Partners Foundation or SPIN (Standard Poodles in Need)