Maria Carmine Pascarella

Maria Carmine Pascarella, a cherished matriarch, was born on July 8, 1926, in Baia e Latina, Caserta, Italy. She passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, surrounded by her loving daughters. For 63 wonderful years, Maria Carmine shared her heart and life with her late husband, Giovanni, creating a tapestry woman with love, dedication, and shared dreams. Together, they built a family that continues to thrive through the generations, Maria Carmine as a devoted daughter to her parents, the late Clotilde and Luigi, whose legacy she carried with pride. She has been reunited with her siblings.

Maria Carmine is survived by her two beloved daughters, Margherita (Antonio) and Tilda (Gino), who will forever treasure the lessons imparted and the traditions upheld by their beloved mother. Her warmth extended through her grandchildren, each of whom held a special place in her heart: Alfonso, Johnny, Franca (Matteo), Joey (Cherie), Emily (Matthew), and Maria-Cristina (Joshua). To her great-grandchildren-Anthony, Melissa, Gianluca, Domenico, Lucca, Valentino, Vincenzo, Matthew, Grace, Antonio, Lucas, Annalise, and Logan – she was not just a grandmother, but a beacon of love, guiding them with her soft words and infectious spirit.

Maria Carmine’s passions painted vibrant strokes on the canvas of her life. She had a melodic spirit and could often be found singing the classic Italian songs that she cherished so dearly. Dancing was not just a pastime; it was a celebration of life that she embraced with open arms. She loved playing Italian card games, spending delightful afternoons immersed win friendly competition surrounded by family. Cooking was another of her treasured hobbies, where she crafted meals infused with love, filling her home with the warm scents of Italian cuisine. Flowers were a passion, and they represented both beauty and fragility, much like the life she nourished in her family. Faith was a cornerstone of Maria Carmine’s life. Every Sunday, she attended church, where she found strength in her beliefs and community. Her spirit embodied kindness, compassion, and an unwavering faith that she shared with all around her.

Though she has departed from this world, the impact Maria Carmine had on her family and friends will echo through generations. May her memory remain a source of comfort and inspiration, guiding all who knew her as they navigate life without her physical presence but her love forever in their hearts.

Visitation will be held at Westminster Funeral & Reception Centre (5826 Bathurst St. between Finch and Steeles on the west side), located on the grounds of Westminster Cemetery, it is the first building on your left. The family will receive guests on Wednesday August 21, 2024 from 2-4pm & 6-8:30pm. The Funeral Service will be held in the Trillium chapel of Westminster on Thursday August 22, 2024 at 11:00am with entombment to follow at Westminster Cemetery.