Silvia Mansillo
elevated eTYlP April 28, 1928 ~ July 27, 2025
elevated eTYlP Visitation
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated eTYlP Funeral Mass
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 1:30 p.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated eTYlP Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery – Holy Family Mausoleum
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated eTYlP Obituary
elevated eTYlP It is with heavy hearts and a profound sense of loss we announce the passing of Silvia Mansillo (nee: Rizzi) on July 27, 2025 at The Meadows of Aurora, surrounded by her family at the age of 97. Born on April 28, 1928 in Monte San Biagio, Latina, Italy to parents Francesco and Iolanda. Reunited in Heaven’s garden with her beloved husband Antonio. Loving mother of Linda (David), Dennis (Debra), and Anna (John). Proud Nonna of Christopher (Delfi), Taylor, Jordan and Camryn. Silvia will be sadly missed and held dear in the hearts of her many extended family and friends. She will be lovingly remembered and never forgotten.
Your thoughts and kindness are truly appreciated during this time of sorrow.
Memorial donations in honour of Silvia Mansillo can be made to Alzheimer Society of Canada
Anna & John and family,
We are thinking of you all with love and prayers as you grieve this loss. No matter the age or circumstances, losing a loved one always hurts, so we hope you can lean on your loving memories and each other during this time of mourning.
Dear Debra and the Mansillo Family,
On behalf of myself and everyone at Destination Ontario, I want to extend our deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved mother-in-law. We were so sorry to hear of her passing.
It was always clear how much she meant to you and how deeply you cared for her. You spoke of her with such love, admiration, and respect, and we know how profoundly this loss is felt.
Our hearts are with you and your family as you navigate this difficult time. Wishing you all peace, comfort, and strength in the days ahead.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Vincenza Ronaldi and the Destination Ontario Team
Debra, Dennis and Taylor,
Our deepest sympathies and condolences for your loss. May she rest in peace. Thinking of you.
Labrina and George
In Loving Memory of Zia Silvia
There are souls who carry a quiet frequency—steady, strong, and unmistakably rooted in love. Our Zia Silvia was one of them.
She embodied the grace of her homeland and the resilience of a life well-lived across nearly a century. Her presence wasn’t loud, but it was radiant—felt in the warmth of shared meals and the depth of her devotion to family.
She has now returned to the Light, reunited with beloved Uncle Tony, wrapped in the eternal embrace of God’s infinite love. Though her earthly journey has come to a close, her soul sings on in all of us—through stories, laughter, traditions, and the countless unseen ways she shaped who we are.
To live 97 years is rare. To live them with such dignity, love, and grace—that is sacred.
We give thanks for her life.
We grieve her passing.
And we celebrate her soul—resonant, unforgettable, and forever near.
Soulfully and with love,
David, Roanne, Gillian, Sydney Rendimonti
Dear Linda, David, Christopher and the Mansillo Family,
So so saddened to hear about your amazing mum leaving this world. What an amazing life she led and raised such wonderful children!
She is watching you all from above and will continue to shower her blessings. May her soul rest in peace.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Anna, Linda, and Dennis,
Sending my deepest sympathies to you and your families. I hope that the many wonderful memories of your mom bring you peace going forward.
Your parents were always so welcoming to me when I visited your family home. I fortunately got to stay for dinner a few times and I more than once told your mom she could make even shoelaces taste good. She was such an amazingly talented person! I will remember her fondly.
Sending you love and strength.
Brenda
My cousins. Deep love to you. We want our family to live forever. Gratefully, we have that even now. The tributes above are beautiful. We had lovely wonderful gourmet meals together as well – and even the penny sliced hot dogs and green peas (speaking of shoelaces) when we were being babysat…were amazing. Yes. I remember.
Dear Anna and John,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom.
Jordan and Camryn, may the memories of your Nonna bring you comfort and inspiration in the future.
Hugs and love and prayers
Jen and Scottie
Dear Zia Silvia.
I remember my years living with you after my mother died.
I will always treasure those years and fondly remember your love and compassion.
You were always in my heart.
May God embrace you in heaven and may you walk in the Garden with Zio Tony.
My heart goes out to you for the loss of your mom.
I can remember having great conversations with her and her always welcoming hospitality.
I know how much she meant to you all and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.”
Dear Dennis, Deb,Taylor and the Mansillo Family…
Sending our heartfelt condolences to you all…
It is nice to know you will have many treasured memories to carry with you
Love Art and Lisa
I remember your mom making us the perfect Italian meals, pinching my cheeks, laughing and smiling at me. I remember running in the orchard, having your parents for afternoons while your dad grafted apple trees or picked pears with my parents. I remember your mom saying “Ton, you craz, Ton.” and laughing hard. I remember thinking your house was always perfect and wonderful — that she was brilliant, and that she had a lot to give. Always. I remember her telling me that she had another baby because she saw me with mom, and immediately wanted another one. Probably the only time I’ve ever had so much sway. She was dear to us all, and a huge (delightful) part of my childhood. So many hugs to you all, but particularly Anna, Dennis, and Linda. SO much love. God Bless you, and the many many Mansillos that have grown from her love.
Linda and Dave and Family. My brother Michael let me know yesterday of your mothers passing wow 97. That was an accomplishment. Nancy and I want to send our condolences .
Dear Dennis, Debra and Taylor,
So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and hoping happy memories are a comfort to you and your family during this difficult time. May she in rest in peace.