Obituaries

CINDY LOUISE PERILLO

(nee DIDUCH)

It is with heavy hearts, and tremendous sadness that we announce the passing of Cindy Perillo, on January 18, 2021 at the age of 64. Cindy was born on November 23, 1956 in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

She is survived by her loving husband Frank, her brother Wayne (Lilliane), sister-in-law Lenore, brother-in-law Bob, in-laws Rosa (Felice), Geraldina (Greg), Rocchina (Art), Anna (Joe), Molly (Larry), Maria-Enza (Lucio), as well as her many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

She was predeceased by her mother Louise, father Leon, brother Gary, and sister Charlotte.

Cindy and Frank were a match made in heaven, meeting at the Mint where they both worked. They were married on March 17, 1984, and for 37 years, they were inseparable. They did everything together, from grocery shopping, carpooling to work, to their annual trips to the desert. Cindy loved her trips with Frank. Twice a year they would head off to their condo in Vegas for two weeks. Their “second home”. The love, compassion, hilarious banter, empathy and care between the two of them was like no other. They were truly meant to be together and were so lucky to have found each other in this lifetime.

Family was everything to Cindy. She was the heart of it. She never missed a birthday, a get-together, a holiday, a dance recital, or any sort of achievement. She was always so supportive of everyone. It was in her nature. She always wanted to be surrounded by her nieces, nephews and the kids.

The Brereton Lake days were always filled with that. Cindy loved the cottage and spending time out there all year round with family and lake friends. Unless there was a thunderstorm, then you could find her under her bed.

Cindy was one in a million. She was the most selfless, empathetic, emotional, loving, supportive, positive, caring, smart person you ever met. She loved her job at River Ridge, her volunteer work formally at the Maples Community Club, and her family and friends. She loved life and always showed up with a smile on her face, lighting up a room with her bright aura and infectious attitude. Saying she will be missed is an understatement.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Canadian Liver Foundation in Cindy’s honour.

There will be a private celebration of life at a later date.

“We love you, we will miss you, until we meet again.”