Cervilia Luigia De Luca
May 18, 1938 - November 29, 2024
Cervilia Luigia De Luca passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024, at the age of 86, after a brave battle with cancer. She is now reunited with her parents, Maria and Battista Cecol, her beloved husband Giorgio Gino (2009), and her cherished siblings.
She leaves behind her loving children, Helen and Dave, and her dear sister Nevia, along with sister-in-laws Vittorina (late Bovio) and Enrica (late Tony). Cervilia was a cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews and will be missed by her extended family and friends in Canada, Italy, and around the world. She is also fondly remembered by her beloved cats, Tita and Luna.
Cervilia was a proud Canadian who touched the lives of everyone she met. She brought love and warmth to her work in the Italian community, her neighborhood, and as a volunteer at Firgrove Public School, where she supported her daughter Helen’s classroom and library.
Visitation will be held on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 4:00 – 8:00 PM at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home, 211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6. The Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 1:30 PM in the Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home. Cremation will follow privately.
In memory of Cervilia, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or The Toronto Humane Society.
