elevated nvBdy October 1, 1925 – August 3, 2023

elevated nvBdy Visitation
Tuesday August 8, 2023 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm & 6:00 – 8:00 pm

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

elevated nvBdy Funeral Mass
Wednesday August 9, 2023 at 1:30 pm                                  

elevated nvBdy Chapel of St. Joseph- Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home

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elevated nvBdy Entombment

elevated nvBdy Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery- Holy Family Mausoleum

elevated nvBdy Obituary

elevated nvBdy It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rita Meschino on August 3, 2023 at the age of 97. Beloved wife of 73 years to Joe. Caring and devoted mother to MaryLynne (Robert), Joseph (Lily), Michael (Lucy) and Lisa. Proud grandma to Claire, Martin, Monica (Adrian), Catherine, Matthew (Cristina), Laura, Mark (Darby), and great grandma to Hailey, Katherine and James.

elevated nvBdy Rita was a creative, passionate and caring soul grounded by her strong Catholic faith. Prior to her marriage she did factory work to support the war effort, and worked as a talented stylist at her father’s hair salon. After marrying the love of her life, Joe, she devoted herself to raising her family, filling her home with love and security, music, dancing, and laughter.

elevated nvBdy After her own family was raised, Rita used her extraordinary connection with children to become a special education assistant. In later years, she enjoyed using her leisure time to pursue her passion for art and tai chi and to spend time with friends.

elevated nvBdy Her resilience, strength, and courage sustained her through her long journey with Alzheimer’s and was an inspiring testament to her love of life.

elevated nvBdy In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.

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