Giuseppina Cortese

Giuseppina Cortese a devoted wife to her late husband Francesco, mother & grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 4th, 2025 at the age of 89. Born on October 27, 1935 in Agropoli, Salerno, Italy.

Giuseppina lived a simple life, she had a love for animals & nature, and most of all a profound love for her family. She emigrated to Canada in 1961 where she then had her childhood sweet heart meet her and got married.

Giuseppina dedicated her life to her family finding immense joy in the simple yet profound act of gathering her loved ones around the table. Her kitchen was the heart of her home, always filled with the comforting aroma of her homemade dishes and the warmth of her love. She had a gift for making everyone feel welcomed and because of this she created memories that will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Giuseppina is survived by her two sons Gaetano (Silvia), Leonardo (Connie), her beloved grandchildren Francesco, Matthew, Marco & Anna, and her extended family and friends who were fortunate to experience her love. Her legacy lives on in the traditions she passed down, her recipes she shared and the love she so generously gave.

A celebration of Giuseppina’s life will be held on Monday, May 12th, 2025 at 11:00am at Westminster Funeral Home.

In memory of Giuseppina, consider donating to Diabetes Canada or the Alzheimers Society of Toronto.

https://www.diabetes.ca/

https://alz.to/