Maria Pia Di Palma-Santoro
elevated 8LbiV December 29, 1955 – May 30, 2025
elevated 8LbiV Visitation
Tuesday June 3, 2025 from 11:15am-1:15pm
elevated 8LbiV Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated 8LbiV Funeral Mass
Tuesday June 3, 2025 at 1:30pm
elevated 8LbiV Chapel of St. Joseph – Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
elevated 8LbiV Burial
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON, L3T 2C7
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elevated 8LbiV Obituary
elevated 8LbiV With broken hearts and deep sorrow, we share the passing of our beloved Maria Pia Di Palma-Santoro who left this world peacefully on Friday May 30, 2025.
elevated 8LbiV Maria was a beautiful soul—strong, graceful, and full of love. She had a way of lighting up every room with her warmth, her smile, and her soothing voice—a voice that brought peace, comfort, and love to everyone blessed to hear it. Her strength, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family were the foundation of a life that touched so many.
elevated 8LbiV She leaves behind her loving husband, Claudio; her devoted son, Michael (Julie) and her precious grandchildren: Patrick, Karina, Olivia, and Gio. She is also survived by her beloved brother Francesco Di Palma (Mirella) along with her adoring nieces and nephews, who brought her so much joy and pride throughout her life.
elevated 8LbiV Though our hearts are shattered, we take comfort in knowing she is no longer in pain. We imagine her in heaven—rolling dice, dancing freely, basking in the sunlight, and surrounded by peace and all things pink.
elevated 8LbiV We love her more than words can express and will miss her every single day. Her love will continue to guide us, her memory will live on in every smile and every kind gesture, and we will find strength in knowing she is now free—our most precious angel, watching over us from above.
elevated 8LbiV Forever in our hearts, until we meet again.
Our deepest condolences to Frank, Claudio, Michael and Gio! Mary was a bright light in our lives- always shared her positive energy and enduring spirit- especially these last few difficult years! She will be missed! May she rest in peace! With love from Tina, John & Zia Adriana
My deepest condolences for your loss
To my dear friend and sister. We were never blood related, but sisters at the heart. We have had such beautiful and hard times together as a family. We met when Michael and Tommy started playing baseball. Wow! About 35 plus years ago. You were there for me when my son Christopher passed. We created such memories that can never be taken away. I know he will be there and you will have fun together. Our days at Earl Rowe watching our kids swim and play. Being around family and friends. The biggest gift
was when we became grandmother’s at the same time. There are no words that I can say how much I love you! The heart only knows. May you finally rest, until we meet again. Love always and for ever more💕🙏🌹
Mary, you went through so much. So unfair. But you always had a smile on your face. So kind and beautiful inside and out. ❤️ Your contribution to our Woman’s Day Event will never be forgotten. RIP my friend 🙏
Our condolences to the family.
Mary, you fought hard for a long time but now you’re at peace. May God bless you, in the name of the Father and the Son and Holy Spirit Amen.
When I first met Mary we were instant friends 🧡 we love to play cards & dice together, shopping 🛍 and dancing when she could. Covid was so unfair to her & she went through so much 😪 no one should have suffered as much as she did. RIP beautiful friend 🧡
We met Mary at the Italian Cultural Centre of Brampton where she was deeply involved and very much appreciated.
Heartfelt condolences to her family .RIP dear friend.
Carla and Giancarlo
We have such fond memories of Maria spanning so many years. Always ready to lend a helping hand. Creative and full of love, happiness and that beautiful smile that lit up every room she entered. May God Bless you all during this emotional time. And may the memories of her laughter carry you for years. She is deeply missed.