In Celebration of

Mary Catherine (Marikay) Cachia

September 8, 1957 -  April 29, 2020

Peacefully on Wednesday April 29, 2020 at 62 years of age. Mary was a loving daughter to Patricia Anne O’Neil Cachia and the late Edmund Francis Magee Cachia. A beloved sister to Kevin Cachia, Barbara Drouin, Michael Cachia, Patricia Fogler, and Margaret Boswell, their respective spouses. A loving aunt to her nieces and nephews, and loving niece to Terri Blair. Mary loved nature and animals including the breeding and showing of Wheaton terriers. Sadly, for many years Mary struggled with CIDP but no matter how difficult her days she handled her deteriorating health valiantly with great character and strength. Mary’s spirit and determination in the face of adversity will remain as a shining example to all who knew and loved her forever. Thank you to Jessie, who provided care for Mary over the past 5 years. We are also extraordinarily grateful to all the many wonderful doctors and nurses at the UHN for their expertise and compassion over many years. Thank you as well to the Oratory of St Phillip Neri for their spiritual support. The interment will be private. A Memorial Mass in Mary’s honour will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in Mary’s honour to the Toronto General Hospital.

Guestbook 

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Sylvie Drouin and Bruno Cantin (Sister and brother in law of Barbara)

Entered May 1, 2020 from Québec

We are so sorry for this sad departure. We hope she will find peace, love and health in her future life. Our thoughts are with you Barbara and Jean and with all Mary’s family. We send you our love.

Sylvie and Bruno

Sandy Woolner (Friend)

Entered May 2, 2020 from Toronto

Finally, free of pain after so many years! So smart and strong, loved going on adventures, LOVED her dogs, loved hosting dinner parties and loved to laugh! Mary taught me about red wine and showed me how cooking could actually be enjoyable. I will miss her so much! R.I.P. Mary Cachia...now you're free to soar 😘.

Love you always and forever,
Sandy xoxo

Chris Lanza (Friend)

Entered May 2, 2020 from Toronto

I’m So sorry for everyone’s loss.
I’ve been blessed to have known Mary for many years.
She has thought me many things in life.
Which I’m grateful for.
Mary was one the strongest people I know.
I always looked up to her.
She made me laugh.
I will keep Mary close to my heart and never forget the wonderful person that she was.
I adopted Coco (Mary’s Parrot) along time ago.
He calls her name often.
Rest my friend.
Coco and I will Love you.

Ginny and Russ Trevurza (Cousin)

Entered May 3, 2020 from Ashburn, Ontario

Mary was a shining example of a strong and independent woman who handled deteriorating and debilitating health over a long period of time. We admired her courage throughout.
She has given me very fond memories laced with humour.

Jacquie Morgan (Longtime friend.)

Entered May 3, 2020 from Toronto

My deepest condolences to Mary's family. Mary was great friend to many. Even during her long health struggles, Mary always made time for her friends, would give support whenever needed. There are some friends that will leave lifetime footprints in your life, Mary was one of these friends to me. Her wisdom and strength of character will stay in my heart forever. My prayers are with you.
Jacquie