elevated XGy8S August 15, 1940 ~ June 19, 2023

elevated XGy8S Visitation
Thursday, June 22, 2023 from 2 – 4 & 6 – 8 pm

elevated XGy8S Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6

elevated XGy8S Funeral Mass
Friday, June 23, 2023 at 12:00 pm                                   

elevated XGy8S Chapel of St. Joseph – Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home

elevated XGy8S Entombment – Private
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON, L3T 2C7

elevated XGy8S  Obituary

elevated XGy8S 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 XGy8S 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 XGy8S 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 XGy8S She will be remembered for her passion for life, deep love and devotion to family, and spirit of giving.

elevated XGy8S 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 XGy8S 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 XGy8S 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 XGy8S 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 XGy8S 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 XGy8S May the angels lead you into paradise.

elevated XGy8S Donations can be made to SickKids Foundation in her honour.https://www.sickkidsfoundation.com/