Yolanda "Yola" (Petruccelli) Brandino

She will be reunited with her loving husband of 49 years, the late Pascal (Patsy) Brandino. She was the devoted and proud mother of Diana (Gary Nason), Patricia (John Forte), and Louise (Gord McMillan), cherished Nanny of Jennifer (Guy Chabot), Kevin, Matthew (Joyce), and Joel. She was "Super Nanny" to Brock, Burke, Bryce Chabot, and Cole, Tenley and their mom Rachelle Brandino. Survived by her sis ters, Angela Marino, Theresa Vargyas (Marcel Hilgerdenaar), Mary Anderson, and Clara (Harry Begley), and sister-in law, Kathy Petruccelli, and several nieces and nephews, lifelong friends and former customers whose company and FaceTime calls she looked forward to receiving.

Born in Hamilton where she and Patsy owned and operated three businesses on James St. North, and raised three daughters. Following his death in 1996, Yola took the brave step at age 80 to move to BC to be near two of her girls. She loved spending her winters in Florida with her family and friends. Primary in her busy life was a strong religious faith and commitment to her parish church serving as member of the C.W.L. for most of her life. Among her many interests and skills were decoupage, flower arranging, Bunka, and paper tole, and in later years, painting, playing Rummy and water exercises. Yola was a skilled cook and her family will miss many of her dishes but in particular, her meatballs and fabulous cheesecake, often copied never equalled. Always in fashion, with hair done till the end, and earrings on, she gave new meaning to the term "shop till you drop or till your hip seizes up"!

Waiting to welcome her are her parents, Giovanni Petruccelli and Marietta di Falco, her sister Eleanor Stacey and brother Joe Petruccelli. Yola had a positive attitude and much determination. She was an inspiration to all as she enjoy ed every day despite major physical challenges. Without complaint, she focused on the future. She felt she hit the jackpot when she moved to Parry Place. As the longest time resident, she was always happy to be involved in daily activities such as crafts and discussions. With her background in restaurant ownership, she quickly became "head food critic". Yola appreciated the excellent care and warm atmosphere provided, and cherished the friendships made there. All contributed to the enjoyment of her final years.

The family wishes to express gratitude to all at Parry Place who helped to make Yola's life more comfortable. Special thanks to Dr. Ted Rosenberg and his Home Team who provided outstanding medical care. As a proud resident of Hamilton, Yola will return home for her celebration of life at a future date to be announced.

In lieu of flowers please do a random act of kindness for an elderly person, or make a donation to the Red Cross, Alzheimer's Society, or a charity of your choice.