Venetia Clare Fernandes
elevated AUOPL August 31, 1941 ~ September 8, 2026
elevated AUOPL Visitation
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 from 12:00 – 1:15 p.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated AUOPL Funeral Mass
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated AUOPL Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery – Section 18
elevated AUOPL Obituary
It is with heavy hearts and a profound sense of loss that we announce the peaceful passing of Venetia Clare Fernandes on September 8, 2026, at Mackenzie Health Hospital, with her loving family by her side, at the age of 85. She is now reunited with her beloved parents Ivor and Virginia and dear nephew Steven. Loving sister of Noel, Genevieve, and Roslyn. Venetia will be sadly missed and held dear in the hearts of her many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She will be lovingly remembered and never forgotten.
elevated AUOPL Words cannot fully express the depth of our gratitude for your generous support, kind words, and heartfelt prayers during this difficult time.
elevated AUOPL Thank you from the Fernandes family.
elevated AUOPL If desired, donations in memory of Venetia can be made to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.
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May you rest in peace Venetia with our beloved family that are waiting to welcome you home
Genevieve T
My sympathies to the Fenandes family. Venetia was a former colleague from my days at Barclays bank in Guyana. Someone whom I respected & helped shape my career.
Thank you Dennis.
Thank you Jenny.
My sympathy to Venetia’s family. May she always live in our hearts.
Thank you Joan.
Noel, Genevieve and Roslyn, we are saddened to hear of the passing of Venetia. As part of the Barclays Bank group in Toronto, we have known Venetia for most of her life and truly share your grief. Take strength to know that she is now in eternal rest.
Thank you Eddy and Marcia.
My condolences to the family and I wish them courage in their grief.
Venetia and I attended
St. Rose’s High School and then worked together at
Barclays DCO in Georgetown.
She was intelligent, companionable, wise and generous in her advice.
She graced every gathering and it was a pleasure to be in her company.
I wish her Peace and Joy in Heaven.
Sleep well dear colleague and friend.
Sandra Pollard
Thank you Sandra.
May God strengthen your hearts in this moment of sorrow, granting you all comfort and filling your hearts with peace.
Heaven has opened to receive an angel. RIP Venetia.🙏💖❤💖💟💖❤💟
Thank you Faye.
My heart goes out to the family during this difficult time. I’m sorry I’m unable to attend the service, but I’m keeping everyone in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you peace, comfort, and strength as you remember and celebrate her life.
Thank you Gena.
I have happy memories of fun times spent with Venetia, initially at the Barclays Sports Club in Guyana, but more so in Toronto in our retirement. I remember her caring nature, kindness, & love for family & friends. Someone so special can never be forgotten.
Roslyn, Genevieve and Noel, words do not seem sufficient to express my deepest sympathies.
Thank you Jeanette.
Thank you also for your generous donation to the Canadian Cancer Society.
My condolences to the Fernandes family. May she rest in peace and may you find comfort, in time, in the memories. 🕊️
Thank you Sharon.
My sincerest condolences to the Fernandes family.
Rest in peace Venetia🙏☘️
Thank you Jo.
Jean and I extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences to Roslyn, Genevieve and Noel on your loss. May God grant each of you strenght, peace and comfort as you mourn your beloved one.
I have known Venetia since 1959 and renewed our contact when she migrated to Toronto, Over the many years since we have monthly communicated with each other as a routine. Venetia has always reflected the qualities of kindness, caring of others and generosity.
Jean and I will remember the joyous moments of the luncheons we had together.
Rest in peace our dear friend.