DORCAS, Cecilia Mary (nee LASTORIA) - Passed away peacefully, Friday, March 12, 2021, with her family by her side, shortly after celebrating her 100th birthday.
Mum was born on January 31, 1921 to Pasquali and Annie Lastoria in Toronto.
She married her longtime friend and lover Harold Arthur Dorcas in September 1949, who preceded her death June 30, 2019.
Sisters Kay and Francis and brother Edward also preceded her death.
Mum is survived by her son David and his wife Lynne, sons Bob and Glenn, grandson Conan and great-grandchildren Mario, Geno and Natalia.
Mum loved to love all people and always had a smile on her face, she had a wonderful spirit.
She was devoted to family throughout her entire life.
Mum loved large family Christmas get-togethers, vacations to Wasaga Beach, our cross-country trip though the Rockies, many Florida vacations and our Expo '67 trip to Montreal to name a few.
For the past few decades mum loved going to the Old Mill Restaurant with family as often as possible and always looked forward to her weekend spa and salon visits with Lynne.
For the past two years mum resided at Kipling Acres Retirement Home.
She absolutely loved it there and the staff loved her back, she was a very popular resident.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff at the Highfield Wing for their devoted care and attention.
A private service was held on March 16th where mum was laid to rest close to her sisters and brother.
A celebration of mum's incredible life will follow at a later date.
Donations can be made to the charity of your choice.
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