elevated b2daR November 23, 1924 ~ September 18, 2024

elevated b2daR Visitation
Monday, September 23, 2024 from 2– 8 p.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6

elevated b2daR Funeral Mass
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6

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elevated b2daR Entombment
Blessed Virgin Mausoleum Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
 

elevated b2daR Obituary
It is with sadness that we announce our dear mother Francesca passed away in Toronto with family by her side at the age of 99.  She was born in Salemi, Trapani, Sicily, Italy to Antonio and Paola Lodato.

elevated b2daR She is predeceased by her beloved husband Vito (passed in August 2000). Loving mother to Giuseppe (Florence) and Mary (Mike). Cherished Nonna to Fara, Joseph (Simona), Bianca, John- Paul (Nadia). Proud Bis nonna to Giovanni and Venezia. She is also survived by her brother Giuseppe Lodato, sisters Anna Rabito and Vita Cialona.

elevated b2daR Francesca’s life was filled with love for her family, her many friends, and for those whose lives she touched. Her ability to tell captivating stories created smiles, laughter, and inspiration for her family and friends. 

elevated b2daR She will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by all.

elevated b2daR In memory of our mother, donations may be made to the Hospital for Sick Children.