God called Maria peacefully on February 20, 2017 at the age of 61. She will be held dear in the hearts of her family, relatives, and many friends. Visitations will be held at the Vescio Funeral Home “Toronto Chapel” (2080 Dufferin St., north of Rogers Rd. 416.656.3332) on Thursday from 4 – 8 pm. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday February 24, 2017 at 9:00 am at St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Church (1680 Dundas St. West, Toronto). Entombment will follow at Prospect Cemetery (1450 St. Clair Avenue West, East of Caledonia Rd.). If so desired donations in memory of Maria may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.