It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Vita Eterno, who died peacefully at the age of 86, surrounded by her loving family. Vita will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved her.

Vita is now reunited with her beloved husband, the late Baldassare Eterno. Together again, they share an eternal bond of love. She leaves behind her cherished children Ignazio (Mary), Vicky (late Jeffrey), Josie (Rob), and Tony (Sarina), and was a devoted and proud grandmother to Saro (Brenna), Vicki, Tommy, Quentin (Angie), Maximilian, Alexandria (Chrystopher), Samantha, Ava, and Cosmo, as well as a loving great-grandmother to Juna and Asha.

Born into a large and loving family, Vita was the daughter of the late Ignazio and Giuseppina, and a dear sister to the late Vito (Serafina), Antonino (Caterina), the late Pietro (Maria), and Ignazia. She was also a sister-in-law to the late Domenica (late Giuseppe), Vincenza (late Giacomo), the late Giovanni (Maria), Antonina, and Laura (Leonardo). Vita held her many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends close to her heart, creating a circle of love that extended far and wide.

A very special and heartfelt thank you is extended to Vita’s sister, Ignazia, who cared for her day in and day out with unwavering love, devotion, and selflessness. Your dedication meant more than words can express.

The family would also like to sincerely thank the compassionate caregivers and healthcare professionals who supported Vita, including the PSWs and VON nurses who visited daily. Your kindness and care brought comfort to Vita and her entire family.

Visitation will be held on Friday January 16, 2026, at Bay Gardens Funeral Home, 947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday January 17, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, 620 Rymal Road East, Hamilton. Burial will follow immediately after the Mass at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery. A reception will be held at Bay Gardens following the burial, beginning at 12:30 p.m.