elevated gQvwy November 21, 1931 – October 6, 2026

elevated gQvwy Visitation
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 from 4 – 8 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6

elevated gQvwy Funeral Mass
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6

elevated gQvwy Entombment  
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6

elevated gQvwy Obituary
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother and Nonna, Maria (Marietta) Guida (nee Panacci) at the age of 94. In her final moments, she was comforted by the presence of her family.

elevated gQvwy Maria was born on November 21, 1931 in Pescosolido, Frosinone, Italy. Maria embarked on a journey to Canada in 1958, to build a life that would become the foundation for generations to come.

elevated gQvwy She was a devoted and loving mother to John, Enza (Mario) and Pat. Proud and nurturing grandmother to Nadine, Franc, and Laura, and great grandmother to Jason, Nico, Alessia, and Cristian. She always cherished the time spent with her loved ones. Her memory will live on through the joy she brought to her family, the cherished memories they shared, and the traditions she lovingly passed down.

elevated gQvwy She was the beloved daughter of the late Pasquale and Grazia Panacci and devoted wife to the late Giuseppe Guida. We find comfort knowing that she has been reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband Giuseppe, her parents Pasquale and Grazia, her brother Giovanni Panacci (late Giovanna), and all those close to her who have predeceased.

elevated gQvwy She is survived by her brothers Loretto Panacci (late Francesca), Domenic Panacci (late Gina), and Peter Panacci (Anna). Maria was also predeceased by her parent-in-laws, Pasquale and Benedetta Guida, brother-in-laws, Vincenzino (late Anna), Rino (late Rosana), and Mario.

elevated gQvwy Maria was a simple woman who found joy in the little things in life. She appreciated life’s simple pleasures and never needed much to be content. She will be remembered for her strength, kind heart, and the warmth she brought to those around her. Her love and the memories she created will remain in the hearts of her family and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

elevated gQvwy Though her presence will be deeply missed, the memories she created and the love she shared with her family will remain forever in their hearts. She will be lovingly remembered and never forgotten.