Bernice Holmes
elevated eLjm5 June 9, 1930 ~ August 22, 2025
elevated eLjm5 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 eLjm5 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 eLjm5 Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery – Section 17
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated eLjm5 Obituary
elevated eLjm5 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 eLjm5 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 eLjm5 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 eLjm5 The family is deeply grateful for the kindness and support extended during this time of loss.
elevated eLjm5 In honour of Bernice, memorial donations may be made to the Trillium Health Partners Foundation or SPIN (Standard Poodles in Need)
Melanie, David and Toni.
Our sincere condolences to you all. Bernice was a ray of sunshine, always pleasant, loving and so thoughtful. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rest in peace my dear friend.
Love Clare and Deanne
Dear Melanie, David and Toni
We were sadden to hear of the passing of your mom. Your mom and my mom were the best of friends and now they can enjoy each other’s company again in heaven Sending our love, thoughts and prayers.
Domenic and Gwen Lunardo
To our longtime family friend. Enjoy a coffee with Mom (Clorinda) and catch up.
Rest in peace.
So sorry for your loss Mel it has not been a good year for you I feel your pain you are in my thoughts and prays try to stay strong think of all the good memories you shared ❤️🙏🏻❤️
Melanie, I’m truly sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. My condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.
Mel & David: we are sending you all our love. Our sincere condolences for your loss. Mrs. Holmes was an incredible person and will love forever in our heart.
Sending love to the family.
Anusree & Ryan.