PARENTE, Rachele (Paterra) - With great sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rachele Parente on Thursday, November 12, 2020 in Toronto with her family by her side at the age of 84.
Born in Palena, Chieti, Italy on April 15, 1936 she is predeceased by her beloved husband of 54 years, Falco Parente.
Rachele was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.
She is survived by her sons Joe (Libby), Tony (Lourdes) and John (Jennie), as well as her grandchildren Rachele, Michael, Grace, Hannah, Arthur, Leanor and step-grandson Logan and Zachary.
Rachele was the sixth of seven children and is survived by sisters Olimpia and Giuseppina and is predeceased by Nina, Luigi, Antonio and Agostino. Scattered around the world, she is missed by her siblings and their families greatly.
She will be greatly missed by family and friends and will live in our memories and hearts forever. Rest in peace.
Arrangements with Bernardo Funeral Home, Dufferin Chapel, Toronto. Funeral Mass will be celebrated in Transfiguration of our Lord Church, 45 Ludstone Dr. Toronto on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. The capacity of the Church is 50 people and face masks are mandatory. A private entombment will follow.
If desired, donations in memory of Rachele may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
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