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FRANCESCA BASILE PATANE (FRANCA)
Born: Dec 26, 1937
Date of Passing: Nov 25, 2020
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FRANCESCA BASILE PATANE
December 26, 1937 – November 25, 2020
Francesca, or Franca as she was known to her many friends and family, was born in Aci Sant'Antonio, Sicily, Italy on December 26, 1937. She leaves to mourn her children Josie, Angela (Cory), Cathy (Stephen) and son Riccardo (Diane). She also leaves grandchildren, Ryan (Erin), Melissa (Josh), Matthew (Kelsey), Joshua (Miranda), Stephanie, Carmen, Evan, Shaun and great-grandchildren, Maddox, Jett, Hudson, Hazel, Tucker and many other family members in Sicily. Franca was predeceased by her parents, her husband Gaetano Patane, son-in-law Bruce Haresign and very recently her sister, Vincenzina Basile Girianni in Sicily.
Our mother was a brave soul who at the tender age of 19 left her family in Sicily, got onto a great big ship and sailed to Canada to join her husband as they built a life together in Winnipeg. Together, they raised four children. She was proud of her children and grandchildren and loved them all very much.
Our parents began their life in Winnipeg in a rooming house on Maryland Street and a few years later, purchased their first home on Evanson Street in the West End of Winnipeg. In 1974, they moved to a new area called the Maples. Many parties with family and friends were celebrated at the Patane house with lots of cooking and of course a few glasses of papa's vino.
Mom was a skilled seamstress and had an amazing eye for detail in the many clothes she sewed for herself and her family. She worked for many years as a sewing machine operator at Monarch Industries, and at Victoria Leather. We firmly believe that Mom was the inventor of the patchwork purse as we all had one long before they became "a thing."
In 1980, our family purchased a lot in Glen Bay, just past Gimli where they built a little cottage. It was their happy place. With a great big garden at the cottage and one almost as big at home, there was canning and freezing that went on every summer. There were many adventures and shenanigans at the cottage every summer including many games of Sette e Mezzo and of course Briscola. Our mother was a card shark!! Those memories are golden.
Mom was fiercely proud of her Sicilian culture. Ciccina, as they fondly called her, spoke frequently of her friends and family in her beautiful Sicilia. Mom made the best cannoli and arancini ever. Sunday mornings were about making bread, the sugo (tomato sauce), and going to church. The smell of tomato sauce cooking with basil will forever be our mother's signature scent.
Mom was a devout Catholic, and though her mobility challenges in her later years prevented her from attending Mass at Holy Rosary in person, she routinely watched Mass from home.
A COVID compliant Mass of the Resurrection to be celebrated on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 11:00 a.m., at Holy Rosary Church with Father Sam Argenziano as the officiant. Due to COVID restrictions attendance is restricted to the immediate family only. To access a live stream of the funeral please go to YouTube Holy Rosary Parish Winnipeg, https://youtu.be/dhzK7-cXimw
Thanks to the staff at Heritage Lodge for their care of mom in her last days.
In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, please send donations to Diabetes Canada or The Arthritis Society of Winnipeg.
Riposa in pace mamma. Per sempre nei nostri cuore.
For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit www.chapellawn.ca
Chapel Lawn Funeral Home
204-885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 28, 2020
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Sincere heart felt condolences to the family at this time ♥“Those we love and lose are always connected by heartstrings into infinity.” "And then I heard the angel say, ‘She’s with you every day.’ Al & Carole Patane - Posted by: Al & Carole Patane (Family) on: Dec 10, 2020
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To our dear extended family, from the first day we met Comare Franca we became family. She was a beautiful person with the most generous and kindest heart. The memories we created together will forever be cherished especially the ones we had at Christmas time. She will always be lovingly remembered. Our deepest condolences are with your family at this time. Love Rosanna and family. - Posted by: Rosanna Guzzi (Family Friend) on: Dec 06, 2020
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What a beautiful soul. I also remember the frequent visits to the Patane house as a child... not to mention your dear mama's delicious turkey stuffing. She incarnated something special. She will never be forgotten. - Posted by: Pina (Friend ) on: Dec 02, 2020
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TO CATHY, STEPHEN AND FAMILY, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I KNOW YOU WERE VERY CLOSE TO YOUR MOM AND DAD. YOU WERE A VERY DEVOTED DAUGHTER TO HER. CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND ALL OF YOUR FAMILY. ALICE AND STEVE - Posted by: ALICE SMITH (FRIEND) on: Nov 30, 2020
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I had the pleasure to work with Cory and Angie at Italian Folklorama two years ago. Cory and I made sure that all the seating areas were clean after every use while Angie was the Pavilion Coordinator. It was nice to meet new people while showcasing my cultural medal I was awarded at the 2018 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games. - Posted by: Philip (Friend) on: Nov 30, 2020
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I have many great memories growing up since childhood with your family, Zia was a caring and a wonderful person she will be missed. I wish to offer my condolences to your family Sincerely, Susan & Rosario - Posted by: Rosario LaSpina (Nephew) on: Nov 29, 2020
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I will always remember Mrs. Patane as a kind, generous and loving person who always made me feel welcome. I enjoyed her animated story telling and her fierce love of her family. I am recalling the very many fond memories I have of her over the many years that I was blessed to be included in your family. While circumstances dictate that we cannot gather to pay our respects to your beloved Mother, let me share with you the fact that my life has been enriched by knowing Mrs. Patane. While I can not attend in person to give you a hug and offer my most sincere and heartfelt condolences at your loss, know that I am with you in my thoughts, a soft smile on my face as I realize that she is once again reunited with Mr. Patane. May you all find strength in one another during this sad time, try to focus on all the wonderful experiences you have shared, she will forever be with you in your hearts. Mrs. Patane really was a treasure! - Posted by: Sheila Lecoq (Friend of the family.) on: Nov 28, 2020
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Sending My sincerest condolences to each and everyone. I'm so sorry for your loss. It's Never easy losing a loved one, especially so before Christmas. My thoughts and prayers 💗🙏💗 - Posted by: Joy (Miranda's Auntie) on: Nov 28, 2020
