Yolanda Rose (Misuraca) Gregory

   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Yolanda Rose Gregory (nee Misuraca) on April 12, 2024 at the Crowsnest Pass Continuing Care Centre, with her Ioving daughters at her side.  Yolanda (aka “Nona” to all) was 92 years of age, born in Blairmore, AB on August 2nd, 1931.  

   Mom met William John Gregory at a New Year’s Eve Party on December 31, 1950. They were engaged on April Fool’s Day and married on May 26, 1951.  They made Bellevue, AB their home until 2008 when Mom moved into a condo in Blairmore, AB.

   Mom and Dad raised two daughters, Gloria and Tina. Mom’s greatest love was her family and friends, and going out for lunch with any of them made her day. She was a great cook and baker, having her own catering service for over 20 years. She probably catered most of the weddings from the 70s into the 80s.  Mom’s love of the Crowsnest Pass was evident by her involvement in many community groups. She was a dedicated member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 19, Bellevue and received a lifetime membership for her years of service.  She was also an active member of the Catholic Woman’s League and volunteered for the Bellecrest Community Association.  With her best friend, Marge Houda, she volunteered for Citizens On Patrol spending many evenings driving through the community looking for troublemakers.  She enjoyed visiting the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre to visit her friends - helping them with their meals, chatting, or enjoying a card game.   Mom loved bingo, playing crib, or any event, from dance recitals to sporting events, that her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren participated in. Who can’t forget the cow bell ringing at a Bellevue Buffalo hockey game?  Mom’s unwavering support and never-ending sense of humour will forever be remembered by all who knew her.

Riposa tranquilla ti vogliamo bene

“ Rest Easy, We Love You “

   Left to mourn her passing are her daughters, Gloria (Stanley) Torrance of Lethbridge, AB; and Tina (Vince) Colucci of the Crowsnest Pass, AB; her treasured grandchildren, Christina (Jean) Samson, Nathan (Adelaide Passier) Torrance, Joel (Sarah McKay) Colucci, Jason (Kristin) Colucci and Tyler Colucci; and her jewels, her great-grandchildren, Ryder & Asher Samson, Maddox & Lexi Torrance, and Declan & Emmett Colucci. She is also survived by her sister, Dora Spooner; her brother, Armand  Misuraca; as well as her many nephews and nieces.

   She was predeceased by her husband, William John Gregory on March 10, 1996; her parents, Vincenzo and Maria Misuraca; her brother, Stephen; her sisters, Catherina (Pietro) Volpatti, Assunta (Matteo) Gatto, Tina (Guerino) Brussa, Barbara (Joe) Manza; her step-brother, Francesco; and her in-laws, Michail & Annie Gregory, Newrick Spooner, Robert & Rose Gregory and Danny Gregory; as well as her sister-in-law, Hazel Misuraca.

   Our families would like to thank Dr. Botha and the staff of the Crowsnest Pass Continuing Care Centre for their wonderful care of mom while she was a resident.   Their conversation meant a lot to her, and I’m sure they shared many laughs. 

   Beginning at 1:00pm on Saturday, May 18, 2024, a Gathering of Family and Friends will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 19, Bellevue (2401 - 213 St. Bellevue, AB T0K 0C0).  Please stop by to share memories, fellowship and light refreshments, and to raise a glass in Mom’s honour. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by Ronald McDonald House Charities of Alberta (www.rmhc.org, or 111 - W. Campus Pl. Calgary, AB T3B 2R6).  Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.

Fantin’s Funeral Chapel entrusted with the arrangements. (403) 562-8555

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