It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Lydia Bustamante on December 8, 2021 at the age of 82. It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Lydia Bustamante on December 8, 2021 at the age of 81. Dear sister, predeceased by her siblings Paciencia, Rosalina, Eliseo, Esing, and Celerina. Loving mother to Jennifer (Richard), Lola to Mia and Lauren, and Tita to many nieces and nephews.
Lydia was born in Manila, Philippines, moving to North America after graduating from St. Luke’s College of Nursing as a registered nurse, first living in the US and then settling in Canada. She spent many years at Doctor’s Hospital in Toronto and after returning to college to pursue a degree in Gerontology from Ryerson, finished her career as the Director of Care at Harold and Grace Baker Centre. Lydia was always on the go and was an active member of many volunteer groups through her church, St. Luke’s Parish (Thornhill) and in her community. She loved to line dance and spice up her life with a game of mahjong or a trip to the casino. She was exceedingly generous and kind, and her strong Catholic faith guided her throughout her lifetime.
Lydia was a vibrant soul, full of energy with an infectious laugh that made everyone smile. She will be sadly missed and forever in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Companions of the Cross (companionscross.org/donate/) or St. Luke’s Parish, Thornhill (stlukesth.archtoronto.org/en/contact-us/donations/)
Visitation will be held at Chapel Ridge Funeral Home, 8911 Woodbine Avenue Markham, ON L3R 5G1.
Tuesday December 14, 2021 from 6:00 – 9:00pm
Funeral Service will take place at St. Luke’s Parish, 39 Green Lane, Thornhill, ON L3T 6K5. Capacity is limited so please reach out to the family if you are interested in attending.
Wednesday December 15, 2021 11:00 a.m.
Livestreaming of the funeral service can be accessed through the following YouTube link:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=—w8a2wWHM
Online condolences can be made at www.chapelridgefh.com/.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Leocadia Bustamante Wednesday December 8th 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Markham, Province: Ontario