elevated NNAol August 15, 1940 ~ June 19, 2023

elevated NNAol Visitation
Thursday, June 22, 2023 from 2 – 4 & 6 – 8 pm

elevated NNAol Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6

elevated NNAol Funeral Mass
Friday, June 23, 2023 at 12:00 pm                                   

elevated NNAol Chapel of St. Joseph – Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home

elevated NNAol Entombment – Private
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON, L3T 2C7

elevated NNAol  Obituary

elevated NNAol Our beloved matriarch, Marcellina Maria Natola, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 19, 2023, surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honour her legacy by living their lives to the fullest.

elevated NNAol She was born in Sannicandro, Bari, Italy, on August 15, 1940. Marcellina was named after her maternal grandmother who she dearly loved and admired.

elevated NNAol Devoted wife to Antonio for more than 60 years, loving mother to Angela (Ron), Rose (Dino) and adoring grandmother to Bianca, Monica, Sofia and Lauren. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

elevated NNAol She will be remembered for her passion for life, deep love and devotion to family, and spirit of giving.

elevated NNAol Marcellina and Antonio began their love story with their first glance at a dance hall in 1961. Throughout the years, they were often seen twirling around the dance floor at many weddings and parties.

elevated NNAol An adoring nonna to her four granddaughters who she endearingly called her “flowers”. She was a strong presence in their lives throughout the years – she treasured her time with them as babies and young children, and proudly celebrated all their milestones as young adults. Nonna Marcellina looked for any opportunity to shower them with love and affection. Her granddaughters were always on her mind. They brought a new joy to her life, a joy that warmed her heart whenever they were together.

elevated NNAol We admired her strength, integrity and authenticity. We were privileged to have such a special role model in our lives. Cherishing our wonderful memories of the many special “girls only” excursions and birthday lunches. A one-of-a-kind mother and grandmother who demonstrated traditional values with a modern flair. Forte come un leone!

elevated NNAol She found great happiness in hosting family gatherings and celebrations well into her golden years. Marcellina shared her love and appreciation for family and friends through her delicious homemade specialties such as focaccia, calzone di cipolla, pasta al forno, cozze ripiene and glazed taralli, just to name a few.

elevated NNAol Carissima Nonna: The time we had together is a precious gift that we will always treasure. We know you will continue to watch over us from above and shine your light upon us.

elevated NNAol May the angels lead you into paradise.

elevated NNAol Donations can be made to SickKids Foundation in her honour.https://www.sickkidsfoundation.com/

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