With great sadness, the family announces the passing of Elva Correia. Born in Georgetown, Guyana, on August 23, 1928, Elva passed away peacefully on Friday, January 10, 2025, at her home in Pickering, Ontario.

Loving wife of the late Michael Philip Correia and devoted mother of Rosalie (Heinz), Keith (late Marilyn), Elizabeth (Paul), Jennifer (John), Susanne, and Paul (Pauline). Cherished grandmother to 15 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

Loving daughter to her parents, John and Ursula DeFreitas. Predeceased by her sister Elaine and her brothers Randy, Romeo (Elaine), Jerome, and John. Also predeceased by her sister-in-law Gertrude (James) and brothers-in-law Clement (Celeste) and Stephen (Cecelia). Elva had tremendous love for her many nieces and nephews.

Elva was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother who loved her family deeply. She worked tirelessly to provide her family with a loving home and excellent cooking, which she passed down. She will be greatly missed.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Mila Marcos for the tremendous care and comfort she provided to Elva over the past four and a half years.

Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation or the SickKids Foundation.

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Funeral Details:

Visitation: McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, Ontario, L1T 2Z7
Friday, January 17, 2025: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday, January 18, 2025: Private visitation 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM; Open visitation 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Funeral Service: McEachnie Funeral Home Chapel
Saturday, January 18, 2025: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Burial: Christ the King Cemetery, 7770 Steeles Ave E., Markham, Ontario L6B 1A8
Saturday, January 18, 2025: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM

Reception: Christ the King
Saturday, January 18, 2025: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Elva’s legacy of kindness, compassion, and love will live on in the hearts of all who had the honour of knowing her. She was a bright light in this world, and while she will be deeply missed, her spirit will continue to guide and inspire us. May she rest in peace.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at McEachnie Funeral Home.