March 19, 1925 - November 15, 2024
In Loving Memory ~
Velia was born on March 19, 1925 in Castions di Zoppola, Pordenone Italy, and passed away on November 15, 2024 in Trail, BC.
She was predeceased by her husband Geno, brother John Ircandia, and sister Patricia Mazzei.
Velia is survived by her children; Dr. Kenneth (Karen), Gary (Colleen), Brian (Julie), Bruce (Melanie), grandchildren; Jennifer (Joshua), Karen (Shane), Kenneth Jr. (Carol), Michael (Marliese), Stephanie (Kevin), Christine (Ryan), Geno, Laura, Nicholas (Vanessa), Alex (Luke), great-grandchildren; Jonathan, Jillian, Melanie, Drew, Velia, Pia, Gianna, Brayden, Dawson, Nolan, Easton, Mirabelle, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Velia was devoted to her church, Holy Trinity and was active in the CWL. She was also a long-serving member of the Women's Auxiliary KBRH, and Sorelle Colombo.
She was active in sports including golf, bowling, and bridge club. Her hobbies including baking and knitting.
She was devoted to her family, there was no end to her family dinners, and her generosity. Occasions were exceptionally special because of Nonna's treats.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Rosewood Village for 11 years of excellent care of our mother.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:30 am at Holy Trinity Parish with Father Xaviour Mulakkampilli Chakku, CMI, Celebrant. Bill Clark of Clark's Funeral Services was entrusted with the arrangements.
As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made in Velia's memory to the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital Health Foundation (Greatest Need) at 1200 Hospital Bench, Trail, BC V1R 4M1 or online at www.kbrhhealthfoundation.ca
It would be greatly appreciated.
"Mom, you have given all to us,
we will love and miss you forever."
You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence by visiting the family's online register at www.clarksfuneral.ca
Service Details
10:30 PM