Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Emma on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at the age of 85. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family.
Emma was born September 12, 1936 in San Giovanni in Fiore, Italy, where she lived with her mother, father and siblings. In 1955 she met the love of her life Luigi, and a year later they were married in Italy, and went on to have three daughters. In 1962, Emma immigrated to Canada with her family, to build a new life. Emma and Luigi raised their family in Northwest Calgary.
She worked hard to create a loving home for her family, while also working a steady job with some of her dearest friends. Her green thumb was evident in her beautiful garden, where she enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. She was known for being a talented cook and loved sharing her well known meals and desserts “con tutti”. Her family was her greatest joy and she was happiest when surrounded by them.
Emma was a strong and loving woman, who lived stylishly and confidently throughout her life. She was dearly adored by all her friends and family for her nurturing personality. Her strength was evident to the end, but her body was tired and ready to be welcomed into God’s loving arms.
Emma was predeceased by her husband, Luigi, parents; Bruno and Rosaria Zaffino, and her nine older siblings. She is survived by her daughters; Rose (Orazio), Silvana (Barry) and Eleonora (Barry), grandchildren; Kenny, Aurelia (Leonardo), Mia (Justin), Mark (Alaysha), Matthew, and Emily (Jared), and great grandson; Enzo.
She truly was the pillar of our family and will be greatly missed and in our hearts forever.
In lieu of flowers, relatives and friends may consider planting a rose bush in Emma’s memory.
A Private Funeral Mass will be held on February 10, 2022 at 11:00 AM, with live streaming available through the link below (to be provided). A Private Graveside service to follow at Queen’s Park Mausoleum.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Emma Laratta, please visit our floral store.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Emma Laratta September 12 1936 February 1 2022 (age 85)..
Death notice for the town of: Calgary, Province: Alberta
To All the Laratta Families,
Sincere Condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother, Emma
Another lovely soul laid to rest in peace
Onelia Ammirati
ROSA, Ci dispiace per sapere che la tua cara mamma se ne andata .Io e Leo facciamo le piu sincere condoglianze,a te e tutta la famiglia.Maria e Lio Secreto