PILLO, Connie -
February 22, 1933 - May 25, 2023
It is with utter sadness, and ultimate joy, to celebrate the life well lived of Connie Pillo, of 90 years, on Thursday, May 25, 2023, passing peacefully in her sleep.
Connie was side by side for 68 years with her husband, Vince Pillo, celebrating their anniversary this past Tuesday.
Loving mother of four daughters: Clare, Lou-Anne and David Rogers, Marie Peart and Jim Gaiger, Francy Pillo-Blocka and Dan Blocka; Nana to Chris and Jennifer, Rob and Jessica, Alicia and Andrew, Vince and Chloe, Madalena and Matthew; and Great-Nan to Ellie and Kate, Russel and Eloise, Parker and Westley.
Daughter of Franceso and Louisa Luciani; sister of Louie, Nicke, Mary and Angie. Connie was a force who didn't back down on any challenge, especially regarding her health issues, on the tennis court, or on the golf course.
Nan always put family first, teaching her family what was important through her actions.
She was an inspiration to all. She was the proud and well deserved recipient of Tennis Canada's Distinguished Service Award on August 9, 2022, for making a significant difference volunteering in junior development, and envisioning and establishing the Ladies Windoor Tennis League that has grown over the past 40 years.
Resting at Newediuk Funeral Home, Kipling Chapel, 2058 Kipling Avenue, Toronto, on Sunday, May 28, 2023, from 2 - 6 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, May 29, 2023, at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows, 3055 Bloor Street West, Toronto. Interment to follow.
In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the University Health Network (Sprott Department of Surgery) or CNIB.