Paola Canale

God called Paola back home on May 23, 2021 at the age of 83. She will be forever in the hearts of her children, Mimi (Ted), Mario (Cindy), and Francesca (Nick); her grandchildren: Gus, Marissa, Nicholas, Danielle, Michael, Jade, Ava (Along with Mimma, Marco, Sophie and Anthony); and great-grandchildren: Mia, Katie, Simon, Noah, Gioia, Harlowe, Mila, Ryan. Cara Mamma, E chi facemmu ora? You would reply with a heart bursting with love, "Figgia mia, You go on and remember what I taught you... Love God and you will always find your way, Love your family with the love only a mother is capable of giving, Never tire of being your children s greatest teacher in this life, Count your Blessings every day, Laugh whenever you can because there will be times of tears, Love, Laugh and remember I am in a happy place." And I would answer with so much love in my heart, "Si Mamma, With these life lessons you have taught me, You will live through me forever." Tua figlia, Francesca To my mamma: Oh Ma, why did you go? We weren’t finished. We still had more trips to take, coffee to sip, and laughter and adventures to have. I still need you to tell me everything is going to be ok and to watch the grandchildren grow. More candles to blow and bread to make. More walks to take and friends to visit . More driving tests to pass and spritzes to enjoy. You still had so many things to teach me and I still haven’t learned your recipes because I thought we had forever, but forever came early. Oh Ma, why did you go? Who’s going to love me like you? No one. A mother’s love is like no other. It’s fierce, forgives and forgets. It never tires or ceases or judges . I know you loved us with every breath you took and gave everything you had. And so, for everything you were and did and gave, for the family fortress you built, the endless meals you cooked, the storms you weathered for us and the sunny times with us ....thank you, thank you, thank you Ma. I know with all of my broken, heavy and sad heart that the only thing you would want is to see us happy and strong and for me to make your cannoli. Ok, I will try. And in your honour, being the eldest, I will also carry on with your brave and courageous heart because it beats inside mine forever. Oh Ma, why did you go? I wasn’t finished......but you were. I will not let you go. Not now. Maybe not ever. Kiss Daddy for me. And you didn’t think he was your soul mate! Seems like you couldn’t wait to go see him .... three months ....like really ?? Maybe that’s why you had to go. Love you forever and ever and ever Ma! Like forever. Eternally yours, Mimma The bond between a mother and son is like no other, so strong that nothing can separate them. I love you Ma, you are so beautiful, so, so beautiful. I can not believe that you are gone. When Dad passed I held his hand and said if he had to go it's okay, I got Mommy, I'll take care of her. This was supposed to be the next chapter of my life taking care of my Mom, she's been there for me for 52 years and now it was my time to make sure she's okay. I was looking forward to this, the amount of time that we were spending together was the best. We were making all these plans on how we would all move forward and heal together, however, these were not God's plans. He saw how much my Mom was hurting and wanted to be with my Dad. The pain was too much for my Mom, a part of her was missing and she had to go be with him. Her work here was done. She taught us well and knew we would heal and be okay, always missing her but okay. The last seven weeks I spent with you in the hospital were so special, even with all the tubes and wires hooked up to you, you looked so beautiful. Holding your hand and giving endless kisses, I thought I was taking care of you but in reality it was you taking care of me. The day before you passed I walked into your room and your eyes were wide open looking at the doorway, I said Ma, we're you waiting for me? You nodded yes. It was the best that you've looked, no more tubes or wires, your face was glowing and you looked so beautiful. That was the last time I saw you Ma, you looked happy, pain free and ready to go see Dad, the love of your life. I miss you Mom but I know you're in a better, happier place with Dad. You will now have to guide me from above, that's what Mothers do. I love you Ma, you're so beautiful. Until we dance again. Love, Your Son Mario In lieu of flowers please make a donation in memory of our beloved Paola to the charity located at the bottom of the page. Unfortunately, due to the Covid-19 restrictions, all services will be held in private with the immediate family members only. Online condolences may be shared by clicking “Memory Wall”. Please note that it is now mandatory by the Government of Ontario that all family and friends attending any type of funeral service, must be wearing a facial covering. As we continue to pray for an end to this horrible virus, the Canale Family would like to thank you for your support during their time of sorrow.