Annunziata Stante
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elevated qPjTy Annunziata Stante (nee Flamminio), peacefully passed at the age of 89 on March 27, 2021.
elevated qPjTy Beloved wife of the late Ernesto. Cherished mother of Laura (Lorenzo), Julie (late husband Marvin), Enzo (Christine), Vanda (Tony) and Marisa (Marcello). Devoted and caring Nonna to Michael (Jackie), Alyssia (Ryan), Robert, Angela, Alanna, Vanessa, Peter, Sofia, Anthony, and Lauren. Bisnonna to baby Berkley.
elevated qPjTy Annunziata was born January 6, 1932 in San Vito Chietino, Chieti, Italy, located in the Abruzzo Region. She was the loving daughter of the late Andrea and Chiara, stepdaughter to Donata, and a sister to eight brothers and one stepsister.
elevated qPjTy Annunziata and Ernesto immigrated to Canada in 1960, where they settled in Toronto. They worked hard, lived a simple life and raised five children. Annunziata will always be remembered as a strong, hard-working, and free spirited woman with beautiful smiling eyes.
elevated qPjTy Her passion was to be surrounded by her family, and she found joy in feeding everyone she loved at her table. Her motherly nurturing continued during her late years at Villa Columbo, as she always looked out for us, ensuring that we take care of our families, as she always took care of hers. Our mother has left us with the greatest legacy of a beautiful, loving mother who will always hold a special place in our hearts. We all aspire to be as strong, loving and selfless as her.
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Our mother will be so greatly missed and always remembered by all of her family, friends and caregivers. We are so lucky and blessed to have had her in our lives.
Ma, sappiamo che veglierai sempre su di noi e ci proteggerai per sempre e sempre.
Ti vogliamo tanti bene.
Baci, Baci, Baci, Baci, Baci
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elevated qPjTy In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, in memory of Annunziata Stante.
elevated qPjTy Due to COVID, a private mass and funeral will be held on Wedcnesday, March 31st, 2021 at 10:30 AM. For those who wish to view this service, please click the link below. Online viewers, please be advised that the link will only go live 10 minutes prior to the service time.
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Deepest condolences to the whole family.
Your mom is looking down and knows that she has a beautiful caring family that she is very proud of. Sorry for your Loss. Thinking of you
We are deeply saddened by the loss of a great woman, mother and grandmother, her heart was full of love that she has always given to everyone with great generosity. I remember her joy, her positivity, her way of welcoming. even if inside her there was no lack of thoughts for uncle Ernesto and, in the most difficult moments, she tried to make things lighter … It has always been so natural to love her and even if she has finished her earthly journey we know that the Lord welcomed her and reunited her with her loved ones. From now on he will protect and watch over you as he always has and his memory will remain indelible. It will not be easy to fill the void he left but he also left a great legacy to all of you: his great asset and his beautiful smile. Rest in peace dear aunt, we will always wish you a great good. Mirella, Luca and Lorenzo. You have been an example of life and courage🙏❤️🌹
Our heartfelt condolences to Enzo Christine and Enzo’s sisters. May god give you all strength to bare the pain during this difficult time. May her soul Rest In Peace
Dear Marisa,Marcella& family,
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your mother/grandmother. Her greatness will forever live with all of you through your kindness and love for others.
We keep you in our prayers during this difficult time .
Dear Julie & Family,
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your Mom Nonna & Bisnonna. She truly was a wonderful woman. I will always remember her beautiful smile & wholesome laugh. May she Rest In Peace & always be your Angel from Heaven. With love Maureen Angelo & Family
Prayers and fond memories are what you have to cherish.
Remembering her wonderful and kind soul will forever remain in your hearts. May she rest in peace!
Our most heartfelt condolences Rosa and Frank Ferreri & Family.
On March 27th Heaven gained another angel. To the person who showed me what it truly meant to be a strong and powerful woman. Nonna, I can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve done and taught me. Itbreaks my heart to know it couldn’t be with you last year with us. You lived a great, long life and accomplish so much. All 10 of us grandkids are honored to have you as such an amazing role model to look up to, and Berkeley is so fortunate that she got to meet her incredible Bisnonna. You fought so hard, but now God knew it was your time to be at rest.
Everyone has told me I look like you the most. To me that is the greatest compliment I can receive because you are such a beautiful woman, inside and out. I just hope that one day I can become half the women you are. I hope you are proud of me, and who I have become. I know you will be by my side throughout everything in my life like when I walk down the aisle and have kids of my own one day.
You have left us all with so many amazing memories and stories that we will cherish and tell for the rest of our lives.
You truly were, and forever will the glue to our family. Your absence at family occasions will forever leave a void in our hearts, and your seat at our table could never be filled. You truly were the life of the party and lightened up the whole room with your smile.
Friday nights have not been the same since our weekly sleepovers have stopped. I miss waking up every Saturday to sound of your Italian gospel music playing, and the smell of french toast because you knew that was my favorite.Then you telling me to go get your dentures so you could enjoy it with me. While eating breakfast you would tell me about how much of a pain I was to sleep next to because I would cuddle and sleep on top of you all night. I just wish we could have had one more sleepover and that I would have hugged you tighter the last time I saw you.
Although I will miss our vacations, and you stuffing the whole breakfast buffet in mommy’s beach bag, you’ve made it to the greatest destination of all, heaven. I know Nonno has been waiting for you, and he and God have welcomed you with open arms. It brings me joy knowing that you are happily at rest and will forever be watching over us and will be our guardian angel.
Nonna, my cuddle and travel buddy, greatest role model, and best friend. Not a day will go by where I will not think about you. I hope we meet again one day.
Ti amo sempre,
Baci, Baci, Baci,
Lorena
Dear Marisa, Marcello, Anthony and Lauren,
We send your our healing prayers and comforting hugs.
Our condolences to you and all your family.
Dear Stante Family, my condolences to you all on the passing of Mrs. Stante. A wonderful lady and a terrific neighbour.
Take care.
Dear Julie, Alyssa, Ryan, Alanna and Berkeley: My family and I are so sad to hear of your mom/nonnas passing. Our deepest condolences go out to you Julie and your whole family. Your mom was a strong, wonderful, loving person and her memory will love on in your hearts. Wishing you strength during this difficult time.
Sincerely, Donna, Daniella and Laura.
Dear Julie, Lori, Lorenzo, Vanda and Marisa, our deepest condolences for the loss of your dear mother/grandmother. Her love will be with you forever. Although she has joined her heavenly family, she will always watch and guide you all here on earth. Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
My sincerest condolences to the Flamminio and Stante families.
May she rest in peace with our heavenly father.
“Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.”
Dear together,
Our deepest condolences to all .
Thinking of you
Félix & Fernando
Enzo and family, my sincere condolences. God bless you all.
I will remember your smile forever “Zia Nunziatina”.
Your niece Gabriella
My most sincere condolences to the family. She is at peace and will always be in your hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during these difficult few days.
My deepest condolences to the whole family, my thoughts ,prayers and well-wishes during this dark time in your life.
My condolences to the Reale family. May Annunziata Stante R.I.P.
Dear Vanda and Vanessa,
My deepest condolences to you both and your family. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her may she rest in peace. May the souls of the faithful departed through the Mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.
Agnes
Nonna Tina
In life, If you’re lucky enough, you’ll cross paths with a soul who embodies incredible strength, extraordinary love, witt, patience, selflessness, power and resilience. And when you do, you live in pure awe of the wonder that you’ve been so lucky to call your own.
Annunziata Stante, the matriarch of our family, a mother, mother in law, grandmother (affectionally known as Nonna Tina), great grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and so much more.
If I were to rewind to my childhood, 20 some odd years, I’d land in a place that starts on a Sunday morning, that would catapult us into the car by 11am, en route to our second home on arteeva drive, just in time for the water to come to a rolling boil in a pot that was about knee high. Through the side entrance of the house, past the wind chimes on the door, my path always led me directly to the basement, to where I’d find her, standing 4 feet and about 9 inches tall, in a floral apron she sewed by hand. Nonna greeted me with a smile, a “hi baby”, and gave me a kiss. She’d then promptly ask me to pick out the pasta of the day – which felt like the most honourable task from the queen of the kitchen. Echoing in the background was a “Hi Ma” from her children, which was not defined by blood or marriage, because she made sure all 10 of them were her children.
After pasta was plucked from the cantina (with her approval of course), the chair next to her prep table allowed me to witness the magic of Nonna, effortlessly creating a meal for a small army, which now I know was more than just food. More than just pasta. And that chair was more than just a chair, it was the window that allowed me to view ultimate motherhood. It was love. It was selflessness. It was who she was. And it was how she crafted the love of our family.
Once the table was set and our first bites were already well underway, Nonna would make her way up the two sets of stairs, after changing out of her cooking top into something nicer, likely holding another bottle of wine or a side dishes of sorts, to finally take the last seat. It didn’t make sense to me then, but I now know why she intentionally wandered into her kitchen last. Allowing herself to walk into a buzzing room filled with her children and their children, truly embracing the fruits of her labour, knowing that those bowls of pasta, at that table, were filled with her love and devotion to our family. Which was her everything. Her family was everything.
These Sunday traditions weren’t glamourized. They weren’t meant to be out of the ordinary. They were our lives, these Sunday traditions at Nonna and nonnos were engrained in the fabric of who we were – and who we were meant to be. Back then, 20 some odd years ago, it just was our family life. But, now, if I could live through another Sunday lunch, with Nonna at the head of the table, using her own special plate (which was always replaced by the one we originally laid out for her), next to Nonno, in a room filled with love, it would be the most extra ordinary day of my life.
My mom told me that the first word Nonna learned when she came to Canada was lucky. A woman stopped her and Nonno Ernesto while she was walking with her stroller, carrying her small daughters, Lorie and Julie. The woman asked if her two small children were girls, and without knowing the language, she was able to understand the question and answer yes, girls. The woman promptly responded, wow, you’re so lucky. And as life continued, with two small children growing into 5 children, and then 10 grandchildren, Nonna was always told how lucky she was. Fortunade
…But we are the lucky ones. To have been graced with her goodness. Her kindness. Her forgiving and gracious soul. Her zest for life. Her love for the sunshine and the outdoors, the beach, and the warm air. Her beauty and her intelligence. Her Witt and most of all, her extraordinary love.
Nonna Tina, thank you for paving the way for our family and giving us roots that will always be grounded by you, and Nonno Ernesto. We will miss you forever. Please give a baci baci baci to my two favourite men up there with you. I know they’re both so happy to have you home with them. Ti amo, Nonna.
Dear Pat,
Our sincerest sympathy to you, your family, sisters and brother on the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Wishing you happy memories.
May God grant her soul eternal peace.
Tony, Anna, David and Mark Cannataro
Dear Enzo and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May Annunziata Stante rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
My deepest condolences for the loss of your loving mother. From Floridea Scianitti and family.
Enzo,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how much your mom meant to you and your sisters.
Sending you love and praying for you.
Our condolences to all the family in Canada, zia Nunziatina was a very special woman full of energy. Sending love from Italy!
Caterina, Giuditta, Nicola e Gigliola
Sincero condoglianze a tutta la famiglia.
da Carmela e Franco D’Alessandro
Our sincerest condolences to all of you on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gina and Dominic Pullano and family.
Dear Marisa,
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Take care,
Lily
Sincere condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts are prayers are with you. May all your precious memories comfort you at this time of sorrow
Dear Marisa and Marcello and family . We are sad to hear of the passing of your dear Mother . Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of deep sorrow. Our heartfelt condolences to you all . Dominic and Vera Zuccaro
To Marissa and Marcelo and Family. Our deepest condolences.
Dear Laura, Lorenzo and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss and want to let you know that we are thinking of you and your family at this time. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Sending you wishes of strength and love.
From your cousins,
Angie, Tom and Family
Gabe, Susy and Family
Zia Lina and Zio Fausto
To the Stante Family:
My deepest sympathy to you all, I remember when I was young the visits at my parents home when your family lived around the Eglintion area (I think) our parents always would visit. Your mom and dad always put laughter in conversation and it felt good. We had memories growing up when we were kids (Vanda & Marisa). May she rest in peace and may GOD give you all strength to heal in this difficult time. Lots of hugs and kisses to everyone.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. May your mother rest in peace. We will keep you in our prayers. All our love the Minicucci family
Enzo,
I am truly sorry for your loss. My thought and prayers are with you and your families at this time. Take comfort in knowing that your mother is at rest with Our Lord.
God bless.
Our heartfelt condolences to the whole Stante family. Your mother /grandmother gave you the greatest gift of all, herself.
Wishing you all peace at this difficult time.
“Don’t cry for me for I’m not gone,
My soul is at rest but my heart lives on.
Light a candle for me to see, and hold onto my memory,
but save your tears for I’m still here,
by your side , through the rest of your years.” – Ann Martine
Tom, Margaret, Katie , Emily & Beth
So sorry to hear of your loss Vanda,
Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Always remember all the great times and memories spent and shared together.
lots of hugs ,
Sonia Rachiele and Family. <3
My deepest condolences to you Vanda and to your family during this very difficult time. You will be in my thoughts and in my prayers. May your mother rest in peace.
Rose
Vanda,
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences and prayers go out to you and your family. May God give you strength during this difficult time. Sending you lots of love and prayers.
my heartfelt condolences to you and your family Julie. I loved hearing your stories about your mom, she sounded like an amazing woman, so strong, kind and caring. Sending you all of my love and support.
To Marisa and Family – My deepest sympathies on the passing of your beloved mother. Please know that my prayers are with you and your entire family at this time.
Dear Marisa,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May your mother rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Regard
Salma
Dear Laura, Julie, Enzo, Vanda and Marisa,
We are very sad to hear about the passing of your mom, she was such a very special woman, Nunziatina you will be missed!
I have such wonderful memories when our families got together at your parents house when we were kids.
Sending you prayers to comfort you and your families.
Love the Stante, Paron and Beaton families
Julie and Family,
My heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. I hope you find comfort in the many fond memories you have of your dear mother. My prayers are with you all.
Jack and I extend our sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved mother.
I will fondly remember her as a kind, loving person. She always made me feel welcome and there was always a seat for me to join your family at the kitchen table. She had great fun having conversations with me in Italian, despite me not really understanding a word.
Your mother left an amazing legacy with your family and it is a true testament in how dedicated you all were to her. May your memories be a blessing and bring you comfort.
Dear Marisa,
With deepest sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Laurie,Lorenzo & Family,
With Sympathy May you have the strength you need for today
And the hope you need for tomorrow
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Siamo rimasti molto addolorati nel sentire la triste notizia per la scomparsa della cara Annunziata, il nostro cuore si e’ affranto dal dolore, Abbiamo tanti cari ricordi di vita vissuta. Che la sua anima riposi in pace vicino ad Ernesto.
L’eterno riposo dona a loro o Signore, risplenda ad essi la luce perpetua riposa in pace . Amen.
Maria, Carmine Stante e famiglia.