Anna Imelda Artuso

Dear Zia Anna, Even though life allowed us to see each other only occasionally, the memory I carry with me is vivid and precious. You have always been for us the famous Zia Anna d'America, in each occasion we could meet with you, the cousins and Zio Tony it has always been a great celebration time, the distance never erased the sense of family we have always felt with you all. I was always impressed by the sense of calm you were able to convey every time we spoke and your availability to listen everybody with genuine patience, without haste or judgment, always providing a nice word picking up the best from every conversation or person you had the chance to talk to. In a world that often rushes and interrupts, you knew how to pause and make space for others seeing always the best in everybody, even when it was hidden or fragile. That is a gift not everyone possesses. I will carry with me your example of quiet kindness, balance, and humanity. Even though our time together was limited, it was enough to leave me with several important lessons. Your typical say "C'mon Tony" addressed to Zio Tony will always stay in my memory and my heart. I will always be grateful for the occasions we could share together, especially for the great gift of making my mom and Zia Lina so excited and happy during our last trip for your birthday party. With love, your nephew Paolo.

Dearest Family of Anna, my deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved beautiful Anna, may she rest in eternal peace, God by her side forever. Sincerely, Barbara Pierazzo

I didn't know Anna so well, I've only ever met her once, this summer, when I came to Canada for the holidays. Even so, I know she was a wonderful woman. She left a mark in my life, as she smiled and started talking in Italian with my grandpa, and telling me how beautiful I was, and that is a happy memory that I will carry with me forever. My condolences , wish I could be there to share my grief with you all.

It was with great sorrow that I read Anna’s obituary this morning. Please accept my sincere condolences at your loss. I had the honour of meeting your Mum, and Dad, early in my dental career. It was always a pleasure to see them and then just your Mum after Tony passed away. Anna was a delightful and elegant lady whose memory shall live on. Most sincerely, Pennie Thornton

To Art, Patti and Giovanna - my heart goes out to you and your families. Anna was a wonderful woman kind, generous and always warm and loving. I can picture myself walking into the kitchen on McKenzie Ave - knowing there was a huge plate of cold cuts and cheese for panini! She had the best spread - for a crop of kids who then danced like crazy monkeys in the back room. She was my godmother at Holy Rosary Church when I had my confirmation and have a photo in my book of that day. I was very proud. My condolences to you all - it is a huge loss. hugs

Dear Giovanna We've grown-up together and your mom was always constat in my life. Your mom was amazing, loving and filled with kindness, it hurts that I cannot be with you during this difficult time I had prayed that I would see her upon my return. I hope she is together with your dad in heaven enjoying each other again? My sincere condolences to you Giovanna, Art and Patti, Paul, Sienna.

I was blessed to have known her, a beautiful woman with class and grace. Rest in paradise Zia Anna, Art, Patti, Giovanni, may God give you comfort and peace knowing your mother is reunited with her loving husband ❤️ Love you all ❤️

What a beautiful tribute for an incredibly classy and kind woman. Zia Anna, I remember being so fascinated with her as a young child. Her and Zio Tony always so upbeat and happy whenever they were at my Nono and Nona’s house. Dressed with respect and pride, she may have been my great aunt but she will always be known as my Zia Anna. I’m pretty sure I thought she was a celebrity as a child. I guess that’s just the energy she carried with her throughout her life. She will be missed by many, but I can only imagine what that reunion was like for Zio Tony. Rest in paradise Zia. Love you. Xo.