Maria Tuccinardi Gattola

Maria Tuccinardi Gattola

March 9, 1942 - April 28, 2022

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our dear wife, mother, and nonna.  Maria Tuccinardi (in Gattola) left us on April 28th surrounded by her loving family.

She leaves to mourn her husband of 58 years, Francesco, her children Filippo (Vittoria) and Graziella (Lino), her cherished grandchildren Franco, Stefano, Luca and Matteo, her sisters Rosa (Luigi) and Civita and many extended family members and friends in Montreal, Italy, Venezuela and the USA.

Maria emigrated from the small coastal town of Minturno, Latina, Italy in 1964 to start a new life in Montreal with her husband. They came to Canada with very little, but they worked tirelessly to make a better life for them and their children, despite the challenges they faced as first-generation immigrants. She was unwavering in her love for her family, and cherished every moment spent with them. She loved to garden, getting together with family, and travel.  She derived the greatest joy from being with, talking to, and especially preparing meals for her precious grandchildren.

A heartfelt thank you to the nurses and doctors at the Montreal General Hospital Intensive Care Unit, for their compassion and the exceptional care they provided to her during her brief stay.

In lieu of flowers, and in her memory, a donation to the Montreal General Hospital Foundation or the Teresa Dellar Palliative Care Residence would be very much appreciated.

Every day without you will be a struggle, and we will all miss you dearly, but we are comforted knowing that you are in a better place amongst the angels, and in the trusted hands of God.

This is not a goodbye, but an arrivederci.

We love you so much.

Rest In Peace


Place of funeral

The funeral will take place on May 2, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Mont Carmel Church (7645 Rue du Mans, Saint-Leonard QC H1S 2A1) followed by burial at Jardins commémoratifs Rideau cemetery (4239 bl. des Sources, Dollard Des Ormeaux, QC H9B 2A6)

Visiting Hours

Complexe Funeraire Loreto
4975 boul des Grandes Prairies, St-Léonard, QC, H1R 1A5
  • Sunday, May 1, 2022
  • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Monday, May 2, 2022
  • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM


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  1. Dear Phil, Victoria and family:
    Our sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved mother, mother in law, wife and grandmother. May your fond memories help you through this most difficult time.
    Fondly, Lorna and Stanley Moses

  2. Our deepest condolences to Phil, Vittoria, Stefano, Franco and your family.
    We wish you peace and courage during this difficult time.
    Lina & Fortunato Damiano

  3. Il ricordo caro ed affettuoso della tua gentilezza e del tuo sorriso è vivo in questo triste momento nei nostri cuori. Un forte abbraccio a tutta la tua famiglia da parte nostra Maurizio, Federica e Davide

  4. Sarai sempre nel nostro cuore. Ora non devi più piangere la tua amata Italia .Guidaci dal cielo, non abbandonarci esarai sempre nelle nostre preghiere e nell’amore della tua famiglia. Ci mancherai ti vogliamo tutti bene Tonino

  5. Ci mancheranno le tue gioie, le tue lacrime ancora vive per la tua nostalgia dell’Italia ma sempre confortata dall’amore della tua splendita famiglia. Sarai sempre nel nostro cuore . Ti voglio bene Tonino

  6. Today my mom Michelina D’Avirro learnt that she lost her best friend. Friends since 1964.
    My mom and I were devastated with the news. She and Maria would talk for hours and hours on the phone. They always had so much to say. Not one week went by where they would not talk. She always considered Maria as her very own sister. Such a wonderful soul and I too loved her . Always carrying that beautiful, welcoming smile. Maria you will truly be missed, your sudden passing left everyone in great shock. Please rest in peace, watch over your wonderful family and give them comfort during these difficult times.
    Lots of love, hugs,kisses from your best friend Michelina.
    Till we meet again

  7. Do sorry to hear about her passing may god give you all strength as heaven gained anther angel

  8. My deepest sympathies Zio , Phil & Grace and the entire family . I wish you peace, comfort and strength . My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. Comare Maria rest in eternal peace.
    Love Nadia Gattola