elevated njE8a July 12, 1926 ~ August 29, 2021

elevated njE8a Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother entered into eternal life on August 29, 2021 at the age of 95. She joins her late husband, Vicente Castaneda. She is survived by her children: Gerry, Theresina (Anthony), Vincent (Branko), Anthony (Blair), Grace (David), ten grandchildren, two great-grandchildren.

elevated njE8a Mom worked for the Canadian federal government for over twenty years, retiring as a federal customs officer. For many years, she was involved in several ministries in her parish, St. Rose of Lima. In her retirement, she and dad travelled the world, organizing pilgrimages to Catholic shrines.

elevated njE8a In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Good Shepherd Ministries, Toronto https://goodshepherd.ca/.

elevated njE8a Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon her. 

elevated njE8a A private family viewing and Catholic Funeral Mass will take place at the Chapel of St. Joseph, Holy Cross Funeral Home, Thornhill, on Tuesday, September 7, at 12:00 pm.  To view the mass, please click below. 

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