Maria Teresa Abella (nee Todaro)
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Maria Teresa Abella, who passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family.
Maria was a devoted wife, mother, daughter and Nonna who loved her family. Family was everything to her. Her love, strength and warmth will remain in the hearts of those who knew her.
She will be lovingly remembered by her husband- Modesto; her children- Rosanna (Jason) Desjardins, Joselina (John) Wywrot, John Philip (Diane) Abella; her grandchildren- Landon, Carter and Brooklyn; her mother- Giuseppina Todaro; Sister- Franca Abella and numerous nephews and nieces whom she all adored.
Maria was predeceased by her father- Filippo Todaro, her father in-law- Giovanni Abella and her granddaughter Sydney Wywrot.
The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the healthcare team at the Misericordia ICU and the caregivers at Senior Homecare by Angels who supported Maria with compassion and dignity.
Memorial Service
Friday, March 20, 2026, 10:00AM
Trinity Funeral Home Chapel
10530 116 Street, Edmonton, AB
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS Society of Alberta in Maria’s memory.
My dearest extended Abella family, I am so sorry for your loss… in the short time I knew Maria she was always so kind and made me feel welcome whenever I came to visit with Frank
I will always remember her as she was, with her beautiful smile… 🩷
Sandy
I want to offer you my deepest condolences for the loss of our beloved Maria. She was truly a beautiful soul, full of kindness and compassion. During one of the most difficult times in my life, she comforted me with such love, and I will forever carry that in my heart. I believe her gentle spirit now rests in God’s loving embrace, free from pain. May the Lord give you all strength, peace, and comfort during this very difficult time
You are all in my prayers.🙏🤍
We were saddened to hear of Maria’s
Passing. We wish to express our sincerest condolences to the entire Abella Family. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
May you all find strength and comfort in knowing she is now at peace.🙏🙏🙏
Dear Modesto and family,
Our sincere condolences on the tragic loss of your beloved wife, mother, Nona , Aunt and Friend.
Maria was a Gem of a lady!
I was very glad to have her in my friend circle.
Angels are with MARIA and are watching over you all.
The night sky has a shiny new star.
Blessings,
Sharon, Ben and Rob Molnar
Mi dispiace tantissimo eterno riposo alla cara Maria.🙏🙏🙏
Sincere condoglianze a te Modesto e a tutta la tua famiglia, vi abbraccio forte.
My most heartfelt condolences to the Abella and Todaro family on the loss of Maria .
Losing someone we love is one of life’s deepest sorrows. I only wish we were close enough to hold each of you and offer our comfort during this difficult time. Please know that we are with you in our hearts, sharing in your grief and keeping you in our prayers.
My dear family, may you find peace in knowing that you filled Maria’s days with love, warmth, and beautiful moments. That love will remain in your hearts and in hers for always .
May God welcome her into His eternal light and grant her everlasting peace. She was truly a sweet and kind-hearted woman whose gentle spirit will never be forgotten. 🤍
We are saddened of the passing of Maria. She really was a lovely person and we all feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to have shared so many memories together.
Sending our sincere condolences to Modesto and you all and know we are with you always. 🤍
Love The Abella Family in England.
I’ve known Marie since I was just a small child. She was full of life—a wonderful woman who loved her family. I know how deeply she was loved and how much she will be missed. All my love to the family and my deepest condolences.
So sorry for your loss
Our deepest condolences to all the family , may Maria rest in peace.
Nous tenions à vous présenter nos plus sincères condoléances et notre soutien lord du décès de Maria.
Même avec la distance nous étions de tout notre coeur avec vous tous par la pensée.
Nous vous embrassons tous très fort et pensons bien à vous.