Lidia Rosaria (Gerbasi) Rossi

Rossi, Lidia Rosaria (nee Gerbasi)

Passed away peacefully, at the NBRHC, surrounded by her family on September 15, 2016 at the age of 89 years. Predeceased by her husband of 52 years, Michael (Mike) Rossi. Beloved mother of Michael (Francine) and Mary Lou Peddle (Rick) and deeply cherished Granny/Nana of Jason Rossi (Jennifer), Stephanie Jackson (Jerry), Joyanne Bouchard (Pat) and Melissa Shank (Marty). Cherish great-grandmother/2Nana of Mya Rossi, Ethan Jackson, Deacon and Rylee Bouchard and Bryden and Aliya Shank and her “Little Pink Rose Bud” to be born in December. Predeceased by her parents Eugenio (Jimmy) and Maria Gerbasi (nee Nardi). Lidia was born on August 26, 1927 in Aprigliano, Italy . She came to Canada in 1931. Lidia was a quiet and dignified lady who’s greatest passion in life was her family, watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren grow and making homemade pasta for her family to enjoy.  A special thank you to the nursing staff of C3 who were so compassionate and respectful. The family will receive visitors at the McGuinty Funeral Home (North Bay) on Sunday September 18, 2016 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Pro Cathedral of the Assumption on Monday September 19, 2016 at 10am. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. If desired donations to the Make a Wish Foundation or a charity of your choice would be gratefully appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at www.mcguintyfuneralhome.com

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