Giovanna De Cesare

June 4, 1926 – September 13, 2022

With sadness, we announce the passing of Giovanna De Cesare. She was born in Macchiagodena, Isernia, Italy and passed away in Toronto, Ontario, Canada at the age of 96. She passed peacefully with her family by her side.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Angelo (2007), she leaves behind her dear children Nick (Anna), Lucy (Bernie), Felice (Maria) and Giuseppina† (Giuseppe†).

Cherished Nonna of David (Marcie), Mark†, Michael, Daniel, Tony (Yvonne), Angie (Tony), Rosa (Sam†), Angelo, Pina (Mike).

Proud Bisnonna of Nicholas, Leo, Zephyr, Joseph, Adam, Joshua, Olivia, Sebastian, Felice and Alexia.

Giovanna is predeceased by her siblings Gennaro (Marta), Giuseppe (Angela†), Crescenza (Felice†), Pasquale (Rose) and Domenico (Maria†). She is survived by her brother Nicola (Nicolina). She will be missed by her many nieces and nephews and their families.

Giovanna was happiest when family gathered on weekends and special occasions. She looked forward to preparing delicious homemade meals such as cannelloni and lasagna and she especially took pleasure listening to table conversation and reminiscing about the past.

Visitation will be held at Bernardo Funeral Home (2960 Dufferin St., south of Lawrence Ave. W.) on Friday, September 16, 2022, from 4-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Matthew’s Church (706 Old Weston Rd., at Rogers Rd.) on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at 10 a.m. Giovanna will be laid to rest beside her husband at Holy Cross Cemetery (8361 Yonge St., south of Highway 7).

In memory of Giovanna, donations may be made to the SickKids Foundation.