Concettina “Tina” Hnatiuk
elevated 8R6Xn April 2, 1956 ~ October 2, 2024
elevated 8R6Xn Visitation
Monday, October 7, 2024 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated 8R6Xn Funeral Mass
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated 8R6Xn Inurnment
Friday, October 11, 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery – Holy Family Mausoleum
elevated 8R6Xn Obituary
elevated 8R6Xn It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Concettina “Tina” Hnatiuk (nee Calandra) on October 2, 2024. A beloved daughter, wife, sister, mother, Nonna, aunt and friend, Tina’s life was a testament to bravery, resilience, and unwavering love for her family.
elevated 8R6Xn Born on April 2, 1956 in Toronto to Pasqualina and the late Rosario. Loving sister of Frank (Tella) and Mina (Graham). She believed that family was not just an obligation but the very essence of love and connection. Her elegant demeanor and warm heart made her a beacon of light for those fortunate enough to know her.
elevated 8R6Xn Tina faced life’s challenges with remarkable tenacity, navigating struggles that would have daunted many. Through various trials, she remained steadfast, always showing kindness and generosity to those around her.
elevated 8R6Xn Her love for her family was paramount. Cherished wife to Michael. As a devoted mother to her three children, Giancarlo, Paul-Adam and Alexandra (Mark), and a doting Nonna to her grandchildren, Tyler and Benjamin-Ross she instilled values of perseverance and compassion in them.
elevated 8R6Xn Tina leaves behind a legacy of strength and grace that will continue to inspire her family and friends.
elevated 8R6Xn In remembrance of Tina, the family encourages everyone to embrace the spirit of “sempre famiglia”, cherishing and supporting one another as she so passionately taught us.
elevated 8R6Xn They say that a picture says a thousand words, but a look from Tina says a million.
elevated 8R6Xn Memorial donations in honour of Concettina “Tina” Hnatiuk can be made to Myositis Canada.
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My beautiful cousin Tina. May you rest in peace. Your strength and courage was amazing to watch and your continual love and support of your entire family, even through such tough circumstances was what has always made you so special. We will miss you dearly.
They say that cousins are your first real best friends. This is so true of Tina who exemplifies love, compassion and caring. As one of her younger cousins growing up I wanted to be just like her. She never missed a birthday, anniversary or wishing us a “happy name day” even when this became increasingly more difficult for her to compose a message or talk through FaceTime. We will miss her but her spirit of determination, courage and strength, as well as love for family will live in us forever.
Tina💕you are in my heart forever. I never stopped loving you…
Lori xo
Please except my deepest condolences, she was a beautiful soul I didn’t know Tina long, but I learned very quickly how wonderful she was inside and out.
May you rest in peace walk run and be free of your pain❤️❤️
My condolences to the family and her dear husband Mike, who stood by her through her whole journey.
Rest in peace, my dear friend I will continue to cherish the moments we share,the love, your words of encouragement, and the good old time talks, we shared together.. I will always remember you …… you will be missed💔💔💔
Our hearts are broken 💔 😢. Tina’s beautiful soul has been freed from a body that was tormented in this life. She’s gone straight to heaven where now she dances 💃 and drinks wine 🍷 and eats great food, again. We will miss her grace and kindness. May she rest in peace and may her memory be eternal. To Mike and her family….you are all heros for the care you gave her…true love ❤️ 🙏
Always a welcoming smile, a gentile laugh and a determination to meet every expectation without complaint or excuse. She was the perfect match for every project or executive priority with a wonderful gift of easy communication and precise followup. Tina will always be a special part of my fond memories serving MFC and our bond of friendship will endure.
Rest in Peace T
Tina, you brought so much joy and light into our lives, and your memory will forever be cherished. R.I.P my beautiful cousin
My sincere condolences to Tina’s family in this time of sorrow. Tina was a ray of sunshine at MFC and her determination to execute every task and priority at MFC was to be admired. Tina left such lasting memories and times of laughter during our time working together.
Ci siamo visti poche volte io e Tina, ma la ricordo bene e con piacere.
Un particolare divertente: nel 2000, dovendo io andare a Quebec City, le chiese di consigliarmi un albergo in quella città.
Scelse Chateau de Frontenac.
Quando arrivai a destinazione e mi resi conto di cosa si trattasse, scappai subito e ripiegai in un alberghetto, ricordo, in Lombard street, alla mia portata (anche con il mio cognome)!
Ciao Tina, riposa in pace!
Mi unisco al dolore dei familiari facendogli pervenire le mie più sentite condoglianze!
Carmelo
My dear beautiful kind cousin!
It has taken me this long to find the right words, to believe this is true! You have always been a pillar in my life whether how much you knew this I’m not sure! You have shown me how to be a mother, a wife, a cousin, a loving person as a whole. I have always looked up to you as one of my many role models. Your smile, your wink, your love I hope to carry on and forever! Famiglia per sempre!!! 💗🥰
Mike and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Tina’s passing. She and I became friends 40 years ago (1984) and we hit it off from the very beginning. I have so many fond memories of our “girl time,” shopping and chatting for hours. It meant so much to me when she agreed to be a bridesmaid at my wedding with Mina.
I know Tina’s mobility was challenging the last few years. The last time we saw each other was in January 2020, just before COVID. Although we won’t have the chance to see each other again, I will always hold on to the wonderful memories of our time together.
I’m reminded of the beautiful poem by Linda Ellis, The Dash:
“For it matters not, how much we own;
The cars, the house, the cash.
What matters is how we live and love,
And how we spend our dash.”
Tina truly lived her dash (1956-2024) with love, warmth, and friendship.
She was a dear friend, and I will miss her greatly. My thoughts are with you all during this time.
Thank you Janet
My dear friend for over forty years. How I’m going to miss spending time when I come Canada. You were such a joy to be around. Maurice and I will treasure the times we spent with you and Mike. My heart hurts knowing you will not be there when we come for a visit. You were a light that shone brightly in spite of the challenges you faced. Our condolences to Mike and the rest of your family. Rest in Peace my friend and rise in Glory.
Tina, (Nonna)
You have shown me what it is to wear your heart on your sleeve. You welcomed me as a daughter in to your family and always made me feel as if I was included and loved as if I was your own daughter. The love you have for family and your grandkids is immeasurable. Your heart was made of pure gold. May you be guided home to the kingdom of heaven. Your faith in God was inspiring . Benjamin and I are going to miss you immensely. Until we meet again momma Tina. Love you always and forever 💞🥰
I am so sorry to hear of Tina’s passing. My condolences to Mike & family. She loved them all so much and they meant the world to her. I will remember the happy times, from the years at Cedarbrae C.I, to the days driving to and from MFC and working together. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories of a beautiful soul. RIP Tina. 🫂
My dear niece Tina, it is with sadness that you are leaving us after a long illness. God and The Holy Mary and all the Angels are waiting for you with open arms.
You were our Angel and we have loved you with all our hearts. Even though you have gone to heaven to join all the Angels and Saints you will always be remembered fondly with all our love.
Your family is always thinking of you never to forget you.
My sincere condolences to Tina’s entire family. I worked with Tina at Honeywell years ago and she always had a smile that lit up a room. She was a kind soul and a pleasure to work with. I am so sorry that her last few years were so challenging. At least she was blessed with loving family and friends to help and love her during those last difficult years. May you rest in peace Tina.
Mrs Tina… You were always so sweet to me if I saw you in the hallway when you were going out to steal the sun, your smile and kindness will never be forgotten..
Michael 1002
My deepest condolences to you all.
Tina was a bright light in all our lives. Tina is a longtime friend. I fondly remember our tennis games-she always won. She was a great athlete. She excelled at every sport she tried. She took that success through her life. We had our first babies at similar times and would get together for morning chats- she was always worried that she wasn’t the perfect mother…which, of course, she was.
This has been a difficult journey for each and every one of you. The care and love you showed towards Tina was admirable. It’s a journey you all took- of committing together to support each other, with such care and empathy. It was remarkable.
I am sad to see my dear, beautiful friend leave us, but so happy that she can now fly free. Rest easy, dear Tina 💝
My condolences go out to Mike and the entire family. Tina, I was just one of the many psw’s who were lucky to see your courage, strength and grace first hand. Even on your darkest days, you still managed to push through with a smile on your face. Rest in paradise, Tina.