Noreen Carella
elevated 2jLgR March 7, 1931 ~ December 5, 2025
elevated 2jLgR Visitation
Monday, December 8, 2025 at 2 – 4 & 6 -8 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated 2jLgR Funeral Mass
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 12 pm
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
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elevated 2jLgR Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated 2jLgR Obituary
In Loving Memory of Noreen Carella
elevated 2jLgR Noreen was born on March 7, 1931, in the town of Rocca San Giovanni, Italy, to the late Letizia and Tommaso D’Amario. She grew up surrounded by the love of her siblings: the late Linda (the late John), the late Armando (Esterina), the late Ercole (Franca), Louie, and Mafalda (Elio).
elevated 2jLgR It is with deep sadness that we announce her passing. Noreen was the devoted wife of the late Nicola; loving mother to Antoinette (Ercole) and Frank (Elaine); cherished grandmother to Claudia (Rafael), Amanda (Don), Nicholas (Natasha), Anthony (Sydney), Victoria (Ethan), Brianna, and Elyse; and adoring great-grandmother to Sienna, Oliver, Isaiah, Felicia, Luna, Steely, and Liliana. Noreen passed away peacefully on December 5th, 2025, at the age of 94.
elevated 2jLgR After immigrating to Canada at the age of 17 in pursuit of a better life, Noreen brought with her a deep love for family, tradition, and hard work. She built a home filled with warmth, laughter, and the comforting aroma of her exquisite cooking and baking – gifts she shared generously with everyone around her.
elevated 2jLgR Noreen’s laugh – bright, unmistakable, and wonderfully contagious – could fill a room and lift the spirits of all who heard it. It will forever echo in the memories of those who loved her. She will be remembered for her kind heart, her courage, and her endless devotion to her family. Her legacy lives on through the loved ones she cherished above all else.
elevated 2jLgR She will be deeply missed and forever loved.
elevated 2jLgR In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Alzheimer’s Society of Canada or to CAMH.
Muita paz e luz nos seus caminhos!
Obrigada, Noelia.🙏🥰
So sorry for your loss Antoinette and Frank.
Noreen was a wonderful sweet woman. She will be missed.
So sorry for the loss of a wonderful devoted mother and grandmother. Growing up I remember she always welcomed me with a sweet squeeze and with her big smile that reached her eyes and I can still hear her beautiful full hearted laugh which came from a place of pure joy in many conversations. She had such a warm aura around her, it was always soothing to be in her presence. I will carry many fond memories of Zee Noreen.
Condolences to all family who was dearest to her.
Thank you for your very kind memories of my mom. We will all miss her very hearty laugh and big smile.
To the Giardino family. Thank you so much.
To the Carella Family
We are sorry to hear of Noreen’s passing. Our sincere condolences.
May she rest in peace she was s lovely lady❤
Mario,Gilda and Mirna Sorgini
Thank you, Mirna, Gilda and Mario.
Dear Antonette, Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My heartfelt condolences. May God Bless!
Loretta Daneluzzi Cal
Loretta, thank you so much for remembering and for your kind thoughts.
My heartfelt condolences to the whole family!
On behalf of my family, our condolences to the entire family. Noreen was a beautiful woman inside and out. May she rest in peace.
Thank you, Johanna.
Thank you, Elena. It’s comforting that she is at peace now.
Dear family, we are so deeply sorry for the loss of the beloved Noreen. Our minds and hearts are with you during this difficult time.
Thank you, Mirian, Andreas, Max and Alex. I am so happy she was able to meet all of you during your visit to Canada.
Dear Antoinette, Frank and Mafalda and Louie
I am saddened to hear that my dear cousin Noreen passed away. She was a beautiful soul. I Have great memories when Noreen came from Italy and lived with us. She was like a sister to me. She will be dearly missed.
RIP dear Noreen
Love your cousin
Marie Ceolin
🙏❤️
Marie, my mom always talked about how important the Bellisario family was to her when she came to Canada. She was always so appreciative of the kindness, helpfulness and support from your family. I, too, will always be grateful.
Antoinette, Frank, Mafalda and Louie
So sorry to hear that my cousin Noreen passed away.
She was a lovely and caring soul. I have fond memories of Noreen when she came from Italy and lived with us. She was like a sister that I never had.
My deepest condolences. May God give the strength you need at this very difficult time.
RIP dear Noreen 🙏
To the Carella Family
We are so sorry to hear of Noreen’s passing. Our deepest condolences to the family. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dario & Vally De Gasperis and Family
Thank you so much, Vally, Dario and family for your thoughts and prayers.
Nafalda and Louie
Sorry to hear Noreen passed away.
Our condolences and prayers to all the family.
Thank you, Nick and Cathy. My mom and all of us have fond memories of the Bellisario family.
Hi Nick,
I’m so deeply sorry to hear about your grandmother’s passing. I know how much she meant to you and your family. Losing someone so special is never easy, and I can only imagine how heavy your heart must feel right now.
Please know I’m thinking of you and your loved ones during this difficult time. I hope you find comfort in the beautiful memories you shared with her, and in knowing she will always live on through the love she gave.
If there’s anything you need or if you just want someone to talk to, I’m here for you.
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Thank you, Sara. My mom is now resting with my dad.
We are very sad to hear about Noreen’s passing.
On behalf of my mother Marguerite (D’Amario) Filice, Noreen was always a wonderful and caring cousin. Fond memories with Zio Tommaso and Zia Letizia.
Sending hugs to Antoinette, Frankie and Mafalda and Louie.
Thank you to all of you. My mom had many fond memories of your family.
We are sad to hear of Noreen’s passing.
On behalf of my mother Marguerite (D’Amario) Filice, Noreen was always kind and caring cousin. Fond memories with Zio Tomasso and Zia Letizia.
Sending hugs to Antoinette and Frankie and their families, and dear cousins Mafalda and Louie.
We’re so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to Antonette and Frank, and family. May she rest in eternal peace.🕊️🙏❤️Gina , Rosie and family 🙏🕊️❤️
Thank you so much, Rosie, Gina and family.
Dear Antoinette,
We are so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. We will always remember the gentile twinkle in her eyes and the contagious smile that greeted us every time we saw her. She was truly a testament to a kind and beautiful soul.
Our sincerest condolences to you and your entire family. May the memories of her bring comfort during this difficult time.
Thank you, Commara Julie and family. Your words and thoughts are very comforting and kind. My mom always had fond memories of your beautiful mom, as I still do.
We only recently learned about the passing of “Aunty Norrie” and are so very sorry. I have such wonderful memories of her beautiful smile and gentle manner from days spent at the home of my Aunt & Uncle who were next door neighbours on Victory Dr. We are deeply saddened and are sending Antionette, Frankie and all the family our sincere condolences. Losing a parent at any time is difficult but around the holidays makes it that much more painful. Hopefully your wonderful memories and the beautiful traditions passed down will continue for many years in your mom’s memory. May she rest in peace. xoxo