Maria Corso
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February 21, 1922 ~ April 28, 2026
elevated LSpGQ Visitation
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 from 1 – 3 & 6 – 8 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated LSpGQ Funeral Mass
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30 am
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated LSpGQ Click here to watch the mass
elevated LSpGQ Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery Section: 19
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 2C7
elevated LSpGQ Obituary
God called Maria peacefully on April 28, 2026 at the tender age of 104. She has gone to join her beloved husband, Giovanni (deceased 1995), as they dance the waltz through the gardens of heaven.
elevated LSpGQ Lucia Maria Corso (née Susin), passed away while surrounded by her loving family. Maria was born on February 21, 1922 in Fonzaso, Italy to Anna and Luigi. Maria was the beloved wife of Giovanni, proud mother of five children, Nonna to six grandchildren and Bisnonna to nine great-grandchildren.
elevated LSpGQ She is survived by her children, Gabriella (Domenic), Robert (Teresa), Steven (Phyllis), Luciano (Lynn), and Loretta, her grandchildren, Paul (Christina), Sabrina (Alex), Andrew (Kristina), Christine, Kevin (Jessica), Michael (Chelsey), and great-grandchildren Daniel, Michael, Peter, Logan, Avery, Naiya, Olivia, Benjamin and Liam.
elevated LSpGQ She will always be in our hearts. The bells in Fonzaso are tolling for her.
Mia Storia
elevated LSpGQ Maria’s life was a miracle in so many ways. She spent the first six years being raised by her mother in the small village of Fonzaso in the Italian Alps as her father worked abroad in the Pennsylvanian coal mines. The only wealth they enjoyed was the magnificent beauty of the surrounding mountains. After enduring the difficult times of WWII, the borders were opened and she accepted a factory job in Switzerland, even though the transportation there meant travelling in the livestock cars of the train. Times were tough, but their resilience was tougher. From there, she worked as private cook in Turin, Italy (the joyful memories of which sustained her throughout her entire life). She then returned to her hometown to marry the love of her life, Giovanni, further to his many love letters to her. In 1956, Giovanni came to Canada in hopes of finding a job and making a better life for his family. Months later, Maria followed (six months pregnant) with a 5 and 6-year old on the SS Andrea Doria ocean liner. This ended up being the second-last voyage of the ocean liner before it sank due to a collision that same year. During this voyage, Mom was unwell and in quarantine below deck, resulting in her two small children being cared for by friends from her village. As they disembarked at Ellis Island, she was met by Giovanni . . . and so their new life in North America began.
elevated LSpGQ It was filled with many hardships, but they also had the joy of welcoming three more children. Mom’s greatest joy was being a wife and tending to her family, especially with her cooking. Home was always filled with her presence and the beautiful aroma of food slowly simmering on the stove. Their lives were busy with work, raising children and, of course, the garden! The backyard was turned into a heavenly orchard where they generously shared their harvest with many friends. They kept the celebratory traditions of Italy alive by forming a social club (Club Bellunesi) with their fellow “paesani”. Mom and dad were usually one of the last ones left on the dance floor at each festa. After 46 years of marriage and the passing of Giovanni, mom showed us her courageous side by moving into her own condo at Villa Giardino, where she made an independent life for herself. There, she thrived: painting, making new friends and, of course, always continuing to cook.
elevated LSpGQ She spent the last few years living with family, until she was hospitalized due to a fall. After an 11-month stay, where all the staff fell in love with her, she gradually started slipping away. But, as she said, she was ready. During that stay, not a day went by where she wasn’t surrounded by family members. It was very clear to her how much she was loved…right until the very end. She waited for the last of her five children to arrive, he kissed her and said “Mamma, we love you” just before she took her last breath.
elevated LSpGQ The love of all her family will endure into eternity and now we are blessed with another guardian angel in heaven praying for us. She is at peace in the loving arms of God.
elevated LSpGQ In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favourite charity.
Such a beautiful tribute to a life so well lived. 💕 Thinking of you all and sending my deepest condolences.
To Lory and family
I loved spending time with your mom. Her stories were amazing and she remembered every detail. I was so impressed with her energy and enthusiasm. I am saddened by her passing but am happy she has joined her beloved Giovanni and dancing in heaven again together.
Her memory and love will always be in your hearts.
With Deepest Condolences
Sandra and Frank Cordeiro
Heartfelt condolences for your loss. Thank you for sharing her story. One amazing woman!
Our sincere condolences
The tribute you have given so precisely is heartwarming.
Alfred and Brenda Moore
What a beautiful life story. Maria, together with Giovanni was exemplary. What an amazing reunion they must now be having! To the Corso family, you are blessed to have had her in your lives and for so long. My condolences for your loss. Riposa in pace cara Maria.
Dear Steve, Phyllis, and family,
We extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mother. Maria’s life was truly remarkable and inspiring. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and her memory.
Sincerely
Lou and Paula
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of a spectacular woman. She will live in so many hearts forever.
May she rest in eternal peace amongst all the Angels and Saints.
What a lovely tribute to your Mom, Luc. Bazil and I are very sorry for your loss.
To the entire Corso family we are So Sorry for your loss. We send all our Love, Prayers and Condolences to all of you for Maria’s passing. We will miss the joy she brought to all of us and her smiles ! You have written a beautiful Tribute to her. Maria is with her husband, God and the Angels in Heaven now ! ❤️
Dear Gabriella, Domenic and family,
I want to extend my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mother. What a beautiful life story.
May she rest in peace in the arms of our Lord .
Maria Bonofiglio
My deepest condolences to the family. May she rest in peace. I will remember her at the Masses this week. Father Boulos Saleh
To Sabrina, Alex and Family,
May your beloved Nonna Maria rest in peace. May her legacy continue to live on in your hearts and minds.
Love Josie Gialanella and family
To The Corso Family:
She filled our lives with great light, joy and faith – she was indeed a woman of faith and one who loved her God and her family deeply. It was a special privilege to know her, and to benefit from her gracious smile and loving heart. God bless you all. I am sure she is watching over you from heaven.
Msgr. Pat
My sincere condolences to you Gabriella and to your family. What a beautiful story of your Mom’s life and dedication to her family.
My prayers are with you.
Your friend Linda Mason
My mother and I extend our heartfelt condolences to your family.
Our family sends our sincere condolences. We are thinking of you and sending prayers.
Paul and Darlene Pellman
A beautiful tribute to your mother! We remember our parents (Maria & Vittorio Vieceli) were very fond of your mother and father and visits always included great food and great stories of days in Fonzaso. May they all rest in peace. Sincere condolences to you all and thoughts and prayers.
Jenny & Vanda
My heartfelt condolences to all who loved her. She was an amazing woman! Thank you for sharing her story. Incredible strength right til the end. Sending all my love & prayers to the family 🙏 RIP Mama Corso
Condolences to the Corso family.
How blessed you were to have had such an amazing mother. She was loving, kind and thoughtful.
She was a beautiful example of how to live a joyful life.
We will miss her. xo
Thank You for the Livestream access . That was such a Beautiful service ! Maria (Nonna) was watching and smiling from Heaven and will be So Proud of you Sabrina, Andrew and Christine .
Phil M. ❤️❤️❤️
Dear Steve and the Corso Family
We are deeply saddened from your loss. Please know that our hearts are with you and your family during this incredibly difficult time. May the love and support of those around you bring comfort, and may the cherished memories you shared bring you peace in the days ahead.
With our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences,