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ELVIRA GENTILE (BUCCINI)
Born: May 24, 1922
Date of Passing: Jan 02, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryELVIRA GENTILE (nee BUCCINI) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother Elvira Buccini Gentile. On January 2, 2013, with her family by her side Elvira passed away at the St. Boniface Hospital. Elvira will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by her children Cesare (Leslie), Lorenza (Bob), Germana (Tom), Pietro (Marlene), and Laura; sister Flora; as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Elvira was predeceased by her beloved husband Giovanni; parents Grazia and Carmelo, siblings Antonio, Eleonora, Inessa, Settina and Ida and son-in-law Renzo Stangherlin. Elvira was born on May 24, 1922, in the beautiful village of Villalago (AQ), Italy. She immigrated to Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1953 with her four young children to join her husband and worked together to build a good life for their five children. Mom was a busy homemaker for the early part of her life. She owned and operated Elvira's Grocery on Ellice Avenue from 1964 to 1975. After all of this hard work, she and Dad retired to their hometown of Villalago where they built a beautiful home and lived from 1975 to 1989. After Dad's death in 1989, Mom returned to Canada, enjoying the rest of her retirement years with her close knit family. Never idle, Mom was busy every moment of her life, even in retirement, whether it was cooking meals on a moment's notice, crocheting, gardening, propagating plants or bundling up firewood. She was an ace recycler, long before it became fashionable, repurposing used items into new, beautiful ones. Elvira also enjoyed playing cards and bingo, but most of all sharing stories of her past and chatting with family. Family and faith were very important to Mom, and she instilled the values of love of family, loyalty, faith in God, and hard work in her children. Mom was a true original, a loving mother, and she will remain in our hearts forever. We'd like to thank Mom's homecare workers from whom she received excellent care and friendship during the last five years, as well as the doctors and nurses at the St. Boniface Hospital. A private family funeral with Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, January 10, 2013. In lieu of flowers, if you so desire, a donation may be made to Connect Employment Services, 188 Goulet Avenue, or a charity of your choice. For online condolences, or to light a memorial candle please log onto www.mosaicfunerals.ca. 1839 Inkster Blvd. 1006 Nairn Ave. 204-275-5555
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 05, 2013
Condolences & Memories (12 entries)
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Zia had a long and happy life. We remember the times she came to visit us in Toronto as enjoyable family times. We also enjoyed seeing her and Zio in Italy. May her eternal rest be at God's side. Our prayers and condolences are with all the family at this time. - Posted by: Tony Caranfa and Fernanda (Nephew) on: Jan 10, 2013
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Thinking of you & your family at this sad time Germana. God Bless - Posted by: Veronica Lysak & Family (Friend) on: Jan 09, 2013
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Dear Germana and family, We are very sorry to hear the news of Elvira's passing. She was such a warm and thoughtful person. We will forever cherish as a keepsake the beautiful baby clothes and blanket that she crocheted for the birth of Thomas. Her generosity, warmth and open heart have created a beautiful family that we are blessed to know. Our condolences, Marta, Sean and Thomas (Ottawa) - Posted by: Marta, Sean and Thomas (Friends of Germana) on: Jan 09, 2013
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I will miss my Dear Friend and all her wonderful stories - Posted by: Brenda (Friend) on: Jan 09, 2013
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Today January 9th in Australia, it is with great sadness that I read of the passing of Elvira Gentile, the mother of my dear, dear friend Germana. Elvira has been part of my life since 1963 was always so welcoming and interested in myself and my children & family. Sending loving wishes with deep sympathy. She was loved in life and will be fondly remembered as she Rests In Peace. xoxo Angie - Posted by: Angela Mulgrew (Friend) on: Jan 09, 2013
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My condolences and sympathy Germana, to you and your family - Kris - Posted by: KRIS MADSEN (FRIEND) on: Jan 08, 2013
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Our deepest Condolences. - Posted by: Lino and Paulette Piva and family (family friend) on: Jan 08, 2013
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Please accept our heartfelt condolences and sympathy. We know she is greatly loved and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Jaylene and Family - Posted by: Jaylene & Family (Zia) on: Jan 07, 2013
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Our most heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your dear mother and friend. May your memories and good times you had with your mom ease this difficult moment. God bless you and your family and give your mom eternal rest and peace. - Posted by: The Cabral Family (Friend of Laura Gentile) on: Jan 07, 2013
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A wonderful lady who showed warmth and friendliness to her grand-daughter's friends at all times. - Posted by: Kelly Render Lazarenko () on: Jan 07, 2013
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We share your sadness in the passing of Elvira. There will be difficult times ahead, but we hope that as time passes you will be comforted by happy memories. Please know that our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you. Love Kevin and Lucy - Posted by: Lucy and Kevin Marken (Aunt) on: Jan 06, 2013
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On behalf of myself and my sisters, I offer our condolences and sympathies. The loss of a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother is always painful and in particular for the children regardless of age when one loses one's last parent. Our prayers are with you all. Ivano Buccini. - Posted by: Ivano Buccini (Paesano and second cousin) on: Jan 05, 2013
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