Rosa Loconte
elevated 3sHuW November 7, 1929 – May 3, 2021
elevated 3sHuW LOCONTE, Rosa – It is with heavy hearts that we are announcing the passing of Rosa Loconte. In her 92nd year on May 3, 2021, Rosa took her last breath peacefully. Wife of the late Frank Loconte and mother of the late Michael Loconte, Rosa leaves behind daughter, Sara, son-in-law Tony, daughter-in-law Carolyn, and her four grandchildren whom she adored and cherished: Andrew, Cody, Melissa, and Jonathan. Because of her warmness, she touched many hearts, and she is leaving behind many family members and dear friends including her siblings, her nieces and nephews, and her family friends. Rosa was described by those around her as selfless, caring, and resilient. Even through difficult times, her faith provided her with a sense of inner strength as seen by her glowing smile right up until the end. Our Bella, Rosa, was a mother to everyone, acting as a role model and great inspiration. Ever-loving and ever-giving, Rosa was known for her open-door house, where she shared her excellent cooking skills and love for crafting delicious dishes with her guests. Even at 91, her tenacity and her passion for sewing were so apparent as she was still able to thread a needle and sew beautiful butterflies. Her love lives on and will always remain in our hearts. Rosa was our Queen because she was truly our family jewel – rare, precious, and strong.
elevated 3sHuW Thank you to the caring team of St. Michael’s Hospital staff, who cared for her during her final days, ensuring that she was comfortable. Thank you to the team of caregivers who kept her youthful, especially her current team of Millie, Wendie, Alicia, and Liezel who was there from the beginning of her care journey.
elevated 3sHuW Due to COVID-19, the visitation and funeral service are closed to the family. Instead of attending, the family asks that friends and family of Rosa say a prayer for her and join the livestream of her funeral service. The live stream link can be viewable on Rosa’s online memorial page at www.catholic-cemeteries.ca. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to one of the causes close to Rosa’s heart, being the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada or the hospitals that have helped Rosa with her care, namely St. Michael’s, Sunnybrook, and Michael Garron, especially in these unprecedented times. Rosa echoed her late son’s memory by performing random acts of kindness. To honour her, the family asks that friends and family carry on her legacy by helping the elderly people in their lives.
elevated 3sHuW Click the link below to view the mass on our live stream broadcast. The link will become active on Wednesday, May 5 at 11:50 am. Thank you.
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Sara, Tony, Melissa and Jonathan,
Our deepest condolences….your Mother/Nonna was so sweet….we will remember how she and our late mother Rita would pick up the kids together at
St Anselm’s…cherished memories.
Peter, Monica, Samuel and Mara Maione
Sara, Tony, Jonathan and Melissa,
We are so saddened to hear of your great loss. Our hearts go out to you. Your mother/Nonna was truly a beautiful person. Our most sincerest condolences, Love,
Monique&Jason, Liam, Curtis & Elliot MacFarlane
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your Mom/Nonna.I knew Rosa from the time she was working at Holy Name School – a long time ago. She was a very special lady. We sat across from each other at church for many years -she was a deeply devout woman who found comfort in her faith.
May you find peace in the days ahead.
Dear Sara, Tony, Melissa and Johnathon,
Our most heartfelt condolences. Rosa was such a lovely and warm woman. May she Rest In Peace.
Sincerely,
Tiziana, Anthony, Emily, Sara, and Stephen
Tiziana, Anthony,
Sara, Tony,Melissa and Jonathan
The world has lost an incredible life. You have our sincere condolences, our deepest sympathies, and our unending love.
Always,
Millie, Liezel, Alicia and Wendie
Although we are saddened by the news of the passing of Rosa, warm memories return of wonderful times shared at the always welcoming Loconte house in Leaside. From watching Frank carefully tend to his beloved backyard garden, to Rosa whipping up those delicious panzerottis in her basement kitchen, their home was always a pleasure to visit. It was an honour to know them both. We take comfort in knowing Rosa will be welcomed into Heaven with the open arms of Frank and Michael. Our deepest condolences, Kim and Roland Borchert.
To Sara, Tony, Melissa and Jonathan, our sincerest condolences on the death of your dear Mom and Nonna. May God rest her soul and give you peace. The Zanin Family.
Sara & Family, Your tribute to Rosa is a beautiful one, and Father celebrated a lovely Mass and delivered a most fitting homily in her honour. Our heartfelt condolences to you in your loss, with prayers that your sadness now will be replaced with all the memories you cherish of one who was such a positive influence in your lives. RIEP. Gus & Antoinette Binetti
Sara, Tony and family. We are sorry for your loss. Our condolences and prayers are with you all. May she rest in peace. Dominic and Isabel DeFilippis and family.