Giannina Simioni passed away peacefully surrounded by her children in Spirit River Long Term Care on November 11, 2021 at the age of 96 years.
Giannina will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by her children, Elsa (John) Sekulic, Diana (Evans) Forsyth, Antonio Simioni (Wendy Moshuk); seven grandchildren, Janine Sekulic, Greg Sekulic, Warren Sekulic (Stefanie), Shannon Forsyth (Marc Carriere), Alison Forsyth (Chris Tomusiak), Cara Simioni and Andrea Simioni; five great grandchildren, Sadie, Aubrey and Parker Sekulic, Ben and Daniel Carriere, two great grandbabies in the New Year, and her sister, Flora Pegorin of Italy.
She was predeceased by her husband; Guerino and eight siblings.
Special thanks to the amazing staff at the Central Peace Health Centre and the Pleasantview Lodge in Spirit River, who have treated her with such kindness and respect for her many years there.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Santa Maria Goretti, 9110-110 Ave, Edmonton. Entombment will take place at Holy Cross Mausoleum, Edmonton.
Memorial donations may be made to Central Peace Health Complex, Residents Family Council, c/o Judy Brown, Box 825, Spirit River, AB, T0H 3G0 or Santa Maria Goretti Parish, 9110 110 Ave N.W., Edmonton AB, T5H 1S5
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Doris Kostiuk says
Dear Elsa, Diana, Tony and your families ~ I saw the obit in today’s paper and immediately felt sad. My heart goes out to you for the loss of your dear, sweet mother, Giannina. She was always full of life, had a great sense of humour and was a great friend to me and my family. I remember fondly us being neighbors those years ago, and the visits to each other’s houses. It’s difficult losing a mother. Please know that I am thinking of all of you and extending my deepest sympathy. (She’ll be visiting with our mom & dad.) Remember all the good moments you’ve had with your mom and cherish them. She is now at peace.❤️
With love & hugs, and sympathy, Doris, Renzo, Sergio & Mauro
Luciana Zacher says
Dear Elsa and family,
I read of Giannina’s passing in today’s paper. I am so sorry for your loss. Giannina was a wonderful person and I was glad to read that she was well looked after in her later years. I shall always remember her and Guerino.
Teresa (Berte) Grice says
To the Simioni family,
As I watched the memorial video tribute, so many good memories of your mother and your father came to mind. I recalled your family and your parents’ role in the Italian-Canadian community here. Please know that your mother, father, and you are very much in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
Gregory John Sekulic says
I’m sorry I couldn’t be there; thank you for making the service viewable however.
I miss you all.
Mary Anne Johnson says
Elsa & Family,
I just learned of your moms passing today. So sorry for your loss. Your mom was a wonderful lady. She loved her family very much & would always share stories with a bit of added humour. I am glad I had the privilege of taking care of her at the lodge. Cherish your memories.
Hugs to All
Maria Matijevic says
Elsa, John and family, just learned of your mom’s passing. My deepest sympathies to you and the Simioni family. I enjoyed your mom’s company when ever I visited my parents at the Pleasantview Lodge. She will be missed.
Debbie Krefting says
Elsa and Family
It was such a privilege to look after your Mom in Long Term Care. She was a lovely lady and I will miss her. There are so many memories I have of the time I spent with her.