Francesca Panacci
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November 11, 1936 ~ September 22, 2026
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Sunday, September 27, 2026 from 4 – 8 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated xFmcp Funeral Mass
Monday, September 28, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
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Holy Family Mausoleum at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 2C7
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With hearts full of gratitude and deep sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Francesca Panacci (nee Guida) at the age of 89. She was surrounded by family when she peacefully entered the gates of heaven.
elevated xFmcp Francesca was born in Pescosolido, Italy, to the late Pasquale and Benedetta Guida. In 1958, she came to Canada, where she began building a life filled with family, love, and cherished memories. She was a devoted wife to her beloved husband, Biagio “Larry”, with whom she shared 67 wonderful years of marriage filled with love, devotion, faith and laughter.
elevated xFmcp Francesca was a proud and loving mother to Tony (Maria) and Enza (Tony). Cherished Nonna Francie to Christopher, Alyssa (Alex), Matthew, Mark (Melissa), and Sarah (Matteo), who brought immense joy and happiness to her life. She was a proud bisnonna to Mia, Sofia, and Matthew and treasured every moment spent with them.
elevated xFmcp Francesca was predeceased by her brothers, Vincenzino (the late Anna), Giuseppe (Marietta), Rino (the late Rosana), and Mario.
elevated xFmcp She was also predeceased by her parents-in-law, Pasquale and Grazia Panacci, and her brother-in-law, the late Giovanni (the late Giovanna). She is survived by Domenic (the late Gina), and Peter (Anna), all of whom held a special place in her heart.
elevated xFmcp She was kind, compassionate and loving. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, neighbors, and all those whose lives she touched.
elevated xFmcp Her love, grace, warmth, and beautiful spirit will never be forgotten.
elevated xFmcp The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Villa Santa Maria for the care, compassion, and kindness shown to Francesca and her family during her time there.
elevated xFmcp Donations in Francesca’s memory can be made to the Hospital for Sick Children
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Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all through this time. May she rest in peace. With love always
My condolences to the family
May you find peace in the memories you have shared.
My condolences to you and your entire family.
Sincere Condolences to Biahio and all the family on the loss of your dear wife/mom.
Francesca was sister to my Zio Vincenzino (married to my Zia, the late Anna Cappuccitti).
I remember Francesca fondly, so kind, friendly and soft spoken.
May she be in eternal peace.
Rita (Cappuccitti) Zanatta.
So sorry for your loss. She was such a lovely lady that will be remembered with love by many.
Biagio and family. It is with sadness to learn of the passing of your dear wife and mother. May she rest in eternal peace and may the perpetual light sign upon her.
Michele Cappuccitti
Cari cugini e zio Loreto ci dispiace tantissimo della perdita di Zia Francesca è stata e sarà sempre ricordata come una donna dolce e attenta alla famiglia. Ogni volta che venivate in Italia per noi era sempre una festa. Ricordatela sempre con tanto amore .
Paola Guida