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Elena Iacobelli

October 14, 1931 — July 1, 2020

Elena Iacobelli

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Elena on July 1, 2020 at the age of 88. She is now reunited in heaven with her beloved Lidio. Elena was the loving mother of Celeste (Mary), Silvana (Fausto Palombo) and Antonietta Berze. Cherished Nonna of Andrew (Alexandria), Alessandra (John Sollazzo), Christina (Peter Tanev), Lauren (George Economou), David (Stephanie), Adam, Eric and Katherine. Loving “Bis Nonna” of Adrian, James, Lia, Emma, Luke, Mia, Audrey, Benedict, Isaac, Elliott, Josephine and Evelyn. She is survived by her sister Iole Ianni. We were blessed to have had such a wonderful mother who cared and sacrificed without reservation for her family. Elena was diagnosed with Lewy Body Disease and fought with courage and resilience for many years as her energy and abilities slowly left her. The life that she led and the care and love that she showed to all will be an example for all of us and will continue to both guide and comfort us. A special acknowledgment of appreciation from our family is extended to Elsie Palenzuela who cared and comforted our mother throughout with love and dedication for which we will be forever grateful.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Ward Funeral Homes, 4671 Highway 7, (just west of Pine Valley Dr.), Woodbridge. As a result of the challenges and limitations imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic, visitation will be limited on Friday from 2-4/6-9 pm. Please RSVP through Mrs. Iacobelli’s book of memories at www.wardfuneralhome.com. A mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Margaret Mary Church, Woodbridge, Ontario on Saturday, July 4, 2020 at 11:00 am with limited seating. Please RSVP to confirm your attendance, however please note that the mass will be live streamed and available to all by clicking on the attached link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83515435671 . Private family entombment at Holy Cross cemetery to follow. In lieu of flowers donations to Villa Leonardo Gambin, https://www.villagambin.com in memory of Elena would be appreciated.
To send flowers to the family in memory of Elena Iacobelli, please visit our flower store.

Past Services

Visitation

Friday, July 3, 2020

2:00 - 4:00 pm (Eastern time)

Ward Funeral Home, "Woodbridge Chapel"

4671 Highway 7, Vaughan, ON L4L 1S6



In accordance with the directives provided from the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, funeral services may be held within the funeral home with 30 % capacity of visitations rooms and the onsite chapel. Funeral Services may also be held at a place of worship with the same 30% capacity mandate. To allow your extended family and friends to offer their condolences, our spacious rooms and chapels continue to allow for social distancing requirements. Please RSVP at the link provided below.

Wearing of masks, or face coverings, by everyone is mandatory as per the directives of the Bereavement Authority. This includes ALL staff and attendees. Masks will be provided to those guests who may not have their own.

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Second Visitation

Friday, July 3, 2020

6:00 - 9:00 pm (Eastern time)

Ward Funeral Home, "Woodbridge Chapel"

4671 Highway 7, Vaughan, ON L4L 1S6



In accordance with the directives provided from the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, funeral services may be held within the funeral home with 30 % capacity of visitations rooms and the onsite chapel. Funeral Services may also be held at a place of worship with the same 30% capacity mandate. To allow your extended family and friends to offer their condolences, our spacious rooms and chapels continue to allow for social distancing requirements. Please RSVP at the link provided below.

Wearing of masks, or face coverings, by everyone is mandatory as per the directives of the Bereavement Authority. This includes ALL staff and attendees. Masks will be provided to those guests who may not have their own.

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Service

Saturday, July 4, 2020

Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)

St. Margaret Mary Roman Catholic Church

8500 Islington Avenue, Vaughan, ON L4L 1X4



In accordance with the directives provided from the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, funeral services may be held within the funeral home with 30 % capacity of visitations rooms and the onsite chapel. Funeral Services may also be held at a place of worship with the same 30% capacity mandate. To allow your extended family and friends to offer their condolences, our spacious rooms and chapels continue to allow for social distancing requirements. Please RSVP at the link provided below.

Wearing of masks, or face coverings, by everyone is mandatory as per the directives of the Bereavement Authority. This includes ALL staff and attendees. Masks will be provided to those guests who may not have their own.

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Interment

Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery

8361 Yonge Street, Markham, ON L3T 2C7

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