DE MARCHI, Elsa passed away tragically on November 20, 2003 at Victoria General Hospital surrounded by her loving family and many cherished friends.
She was born on May 22, 1930 in Colza, Northern Italy and immigrated with her husband and daughters to Victoria in 1963.
Predeceased by her parents, Venuto and Elda; and brother, Luigi. She is survived by her adoring husband of 54 years, Franco; and her loving daughters, Germana (Roy) and Edda (Dale); her grandchildren, Leia, Scott and Kellie; and sister, Anita; Many relatives and friends both here in Canada and in Italy will mourn her passing.
Elsa was a kind and thoughtful soul who always placed others before herself and was loved by all.
A special thanks to the staff of VGH, the attending paramedics and also to Sgt. Kelly Dukeshire of the Saanich Police.
Prayers will be offered at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets on Wednesday, November 26, 2003 at 7:00 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER, 785 Burnside Rd. W. on Thursday, November 27, 2003 at 11:00 a.m.
“Tanti Bacci a te cara Nonna”
Leia, Scott and Kellie
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