Condolence: Thinking of Maria brings smiles to both Charlie and I. We so fondly remember our "art" days here where Maria would knit and share recipes with Charlie while Mark would paint with the rest of us. Always upbeat and an inspiration to everyone. Maria cared so deeply for others and always looked up. Her faith touched me and continues to do so. We miss you Maria.

Condolence: Over the few short years I have known Maria at the knitting group at St. George's Church, Goderich, I have admired her strength and courage during her battle with cancer. Her hopeful and cheerful attitude was always inspiring.

Condolence: Mark and family so sorry for your loss. Maria was such a positive person. She will be dearly missed. "May precious memories bring comfort to you in your time of loss. And may it lift your heart to know that others share your sorrow"

Condolence: Extending our deepest sympathy to you and your family Mark. Maria was an amazing women and I am so happy to have had her in my life. Rest now beautiful.

Condolence: My deepest sympathies at this sad time. I was fortunate to meet Maria at our knitting group in Bayfield, she will be truly missed so generous a person and a pleasure to be around. Will miss her smiling face. Sincerely Louise Lever

Condolence: Dear Mark and family We are sending our deepest condolences on the loss of Maria, your wife, your partner in life, your mother, your friend. We are so very sorry for your loss. We will miss her. Sincerely Anne & Doug Sutton

Condolence: Uncle Mark, Peter, and Talia; My thoughts, love, prayers, and thousands of memories are with you all during this time. Aunt Maria’s unwavering faith was not only beautifully humbling, but to this day, helped lay an equally strong bedrock in what has shaped my own lifelong faith in humanity as well as God. All my love, Heather Simpson A prayer of St. Francis of Assisi: "Lord, make me an instrument of your peace; where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is discord, union; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy. O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled, as to console; to be understood, as to understand; to be loved, as to love; for it is in giving that we receive, it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life." Amen.

Condolence: A compassionate and loving soul has gone to Heaven. Maria will forever remain in our hearts and prayers. 'He who has gone, so we but cherish his memory, abides with us, more potent, nay, more present than the living man.' Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Condolence: Dear Mark, We never met bur Maria was “one of us” ,meaning the Bayfield knitting group and she certainly made us all feel her friendship. Please. Accept warmest good wishes for you at this sad time. Jane

Condolence: Maria's family: my sincere condolences. I knew Maria from knitting groups in Goderich. She was always such a nice, kind and friendly lady. I was blessed to have been able to know her, however briefly. May she now Rest in Peace. I pray that her family can find comfort at this most difficult time. Remember the good times. Val, Goderich, Ontario

Condolence: I first met Maria at St. Joseph's Trivia, and later would see her at Ancaster Film Fest. I always found her to be such a kind, caring gentle soul. Even at her lowest moment, she would always make an effort to say hi and give me a hug. I will never forget that. Maria, may you Rest in Peace, and guide your family through this dark time. You will be remembered All Ways.

Condolence: Our deepest heartfelt condolences. R.I.P. Maria in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ 😇🕊😇 From the Colomba Family.

Condolence: I never met Maria but I know her daughter, Talia, and to have a daughter like her, she must have been a great woman that will be missed.

Condolence: Dear Mark and family, such a sad loss. Maria was a kind, caring and selfless person. She will truly be missed. I'm so sorry for your loss. She will live in my heart forever.

Condolence: What a loss to our Parish community, a beautiful, loving soul, whose bravery and courage was an inspiration to us all during her struggle with health. She had a wonderful way with children, and my grandchildren were the beneficiaries of her kindness and thoughtful gestures. May God comfort Mark and her family, sincerely, the Larsen family

Condolence: Dear Mark, We wish we could express only the most comforting of words during this difficult time for you and your family. We know that no words will ease your pain. All we can say is that we are deeply sorry for your loss of a wonderful wife and mother. We are sure that Maria is now looking down on you all wishing you strength in the days ahead and beyond.

Condolence: We were very blessed to have gotten a chance to know Maria. She was extremely kind and thoughtful and always made us smile. I admired Maria for her spirit and faith. She was a joy to be around. Maria will be dearly missed by Charlie and I.

Condolence: My heartfelt condolences to your family. Maria was such a kind person. She was always gracious and welcoming whenever our paths crossed at St. Joseph's. May she rest in peace.

Condolence: I only met Maria 4 or 5 years ago when she and Mark became our next door neighbours at Creekside and we quickly became friends. She was a wonderful ,kind and generous soul. We will miss her dearly. Rest in peace Maria.

Condolence: Dear Mark and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Maria was an amazing women and an inspiration to everyone who was lucky enough to know her. Maria will be in our hearts forever. Love, Bill and Birgit

Condolence: I met Maria through our mutual friend, Fr. Alex McCauley, when she was secretary at St. Joe's. She was always a lovely and warm, welcoming presence whenever I visited St. Joe's. We have shared the cancer journey over the past couple of years, and she was a source of inspiration and encouragement to me. My deepest sympathies to Mark and her children and family and friends. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord.

Condolence: I thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, And days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name, All I have are memories, Your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake with Which I will never part, God has you in His keeping, I have you in my heart. Eternal light and peace, my dearest Friend.

Condolence: Maria and I met in high school. Her and three other friends from high school (Marian, Janette and Antoinette) and I remained friends all these years. She was an inspiration to all who were afflicted by cancer and will remain in our hearts as a very dear friend. My deepest sympathy to Mark and family. Know that she was loved by many and will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace Maria.

Condolence: Ennett family: Prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember Maria. May the love of family and friends comfort you during these difficult days, our most heartfelt condolences.

Condolence: Maria first welcomed us to the St.Joe's community when we came 16 years ago. From booking our communion, confirmation, and anniversary receptions at the hall, to ordering us around while making Belgian cookies for the bazaar, Maria was an integral part of St. Joe's parish life. She knew everyone, and always seemed able to navigate sensitive parish issues with grace and respect. Maria was a strong and beautiful woman who always looked like a million bucks! I'll miss our shoe conversations and our hugs at the sign of peace. She was a strength to me during my family's hard times, and I wish the same strength for her family during theirs. I'll always remember you, Maria.

Condolence: Dear Ennett family, When I first joined St. Joseph's, Maria was a friendly, loving face and individual who helped me feel a part of the community. She remains a beautiful force and now brings her presence to the other side of this life. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Condolence: Dear Emmett Family, our deepest and most sincere condolences. We have known Maria for many years through the parish. I have worked on many parish events with Maria. She had a heart of gold and was such a strong, beautiful woman who strived to make everything better for everyone else. She will be missed but never forgotten. Rest easy cara amica 🙏🏻🙏🏻 Sincerely Lucia, Dominic, Mark & Paul Agresta