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Maria Eva Catalano, of Hanover, passed away peacefully with her family at her side at Chapman House in Owen Sound on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
She was 83.
Born in Montalto, Consenza, Italy on February 1, 1943 to the late Luigi and Giuseppina "Josephine" (nee Iorio) Greco. Maria was a devoted member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Hanover and could be found alongside her husband Ottavio at their restaurant Monte Carlo in Hanover (currently where the Esso Station is on the south end of town coming from Neustadt) She loved her faith and loved her family even harder.
Survived by children Martino (Stacey) Catalano, Luigi (Kim) Catalano, Remo (Nicole) Catalano, Pina (Verne) Priebe and Lisa (Rick) Barrie. Loved Nonna of Emily (Justin), Lucas (Candace), Jessica (Dalton), Josh, Ben, Ottavio, Kylie, Chelsea (Mitchell), Brittany (Darcy), Em, Pina, Justin, Eric (Dara), Giovina, Bella, Lily, Kyle and her great grandchildren Marcy, Swayzie, Hal, Oliver, Skyler, Dakota, Hudson, Sofia and Milo. Remembered by her brother Dante Greco and nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her beloved husband Ottavio and her brothers and sisters.
Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Monday, July 6, 2026 from 6-8pm. A Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Family Church on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 11am with visitation from 9 – 10:45am. Father Kevin Upendran officiating. Interment in Holy Family Cemetery.
Memorial donations to the Chapman House would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca
Out condolences to the Catalano family on your loss.
- Alan and Chris AshtonLuigi, Kim and family, wishing you my deepest sympathy and condolences at this very difficult time.
- June AmstrongMartino our thoughts are with you in this stressful time.
- Chris and Kent BergstromWe are Saddened By the passing of our Aunt Mary
We have fond memories of her and Uncle Octavio
She was a vivacious women, her laughter and her smile were contagious
We are sorry we can't attend, but our spirits are with all of her children and grandchildren …we loved her ..what was their not to love ….on behalf of my brothers and sister, May she rest in peace.😢. 🌹🌹🌹
My dear friend going to miss seeing you walk by daily. I would always hear about how she enjoyed company so that she could make everyone meals. She loved her garden and ate well from it. She was very active and I will miss her smiling face.
I would go over for a snack and would end up eating a five course meal. Deepest sympathy to her entire family as she will be missed.
Our deepest condolences. May she rest in peace.
Frank and Pauline Ruffolo.
My lovely Italian "momma" has left. She would insist on feeding me a 5 course meal every summer only because I brought her eggplants from my garden. Everyone should be as generous and giving as she was. RIP.
- Eleanor LamontMy sincere condolences to the entire family. Thoughts and prayers for all.
- Kenneth CampbellDeepest Sympathy to you and your family.
- Jim and Nancy NorwoodMy condolences to the entire Catalano Family.
- Kevin ChittickDear Lisa, Rick & Ben our deepest sympathy in the passing of your Mom, Mother-in-law & Nonna.
- Donna WatkeSo sorry for your loss. Hopefully the memories you shared with your mom bring you peace and comfort
- Linda ElliottDear Cousins, thinking of you during this sad and difficult time. Zia Maria was such a bright light with a big heart and big laugh. I enjoyed the many phone calls we shared over the past few years and felt her pride when she told a story or two of her great family. Her laugh, her stories and her great cooking will be greatly missed.
Please accept my deepest condolences, love and prayers, Maura Puusa xo
Dearest Cousins,
We want to extend our deepest sympathies and condolences for the profound loss of your beautiful and beloved mother our precious Zia Maria. She was a truly wonderful and kind person and will always have a treasured place in my heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this period of grief. May God bless you all. Much love, Lou, Joanne and Teadora.
So sorry Martino, Stacey and family for the loss of your dear mom and grandmother.
You are in our thoughts at this difficult time ❤️
So sorry for your loss....thinking of all of yous at this time. Your mom was a lovely lady.
Dear Luigi, Kim, Martino, Stacey and all the Catalano family - we were truly saddened to hear of your Mom's passing. May the sweet memories of her, warm your hearts through this difficult time.
- Randy & Andrea MartynTo all the Catalano family I send my deepest sympathy on your loss. Beverlee
- Bev GatemanTo The “Hanover Crew”
We are so deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Zia Maria. She was a wonderful person, and will always remembered for her warm laugh, kindness, great cooking.
One of my fondest memories was Zia teaching me how to make rice crispy squares. When ever I make them I always think of her.
Please know that we are keeping you all in our thoughts during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy and love,
Pina and Fausto
Luigi and Kim and family just wanted to express my sympathy on the passing of your mother. Ill keep you all in my prayers.
- Dawn lakeLuigi, Kim and family….my deepest sympathy on the passing of your dear mom. May all your wonderful memories help guide you through this sad time. Sending hugs❤️
- Helen GadkeHugs to all the Catalano family. I know how hard it is loosing the Matriarch of your beloved family. She was a gem and will be missed by you all ❤️
- Sheree ShannonPlease accept my condolences….Doug.
- Doug Cameron
