Obituary of Ida LOGULLO

April 27, 1941 – Sartano, Italy
July 18, 2020 – Calgary, Alberta

Peacefully and surrounded by her family, Ida LoGullo (nee DeCiancio) passed away at home on Saturday, July 18, 2020 at the age of 79 years. 

She will be lovingly remembered by her beloved husband of fifty-seven years, Emilio; daughters, Ada (Jim) and Maria (Jeff); grandchildren, Madison, Emily, Anthony, and Lucas as well as numerous family members, relatives, and friends in Calgary, Toronto and Italy. She was predeceased by her brothers, Gaetano, Francesco and her parents, Achille and Maria. 

Ida was born on April 27, 1941 on the family homestead, Dominicello, near Sartano, Italy. She has fond memories of growing up in a large family with her siblings, Gaetano (Ida), Adolfo (Santina), Carmela (Emilio), Oreste (Lidia), Francesco (Elena) and Luigi (Franca). Ida quickly took on the responsibility of being the caregiver of many of her nieces and nephews. She often shared stories of her upbringing and although it was hard work, she had joyous memories with her family. 

Ida immigrated to Canada in 1963 to marry the love of her life, Emilio LoGullo. She was warmly welcomed by the Corbelli and LoGullo families who quickly became her family in Calgary. Ida worked hard but she looked forward to getting dressed up to go to her job and work along side family and life-long friends. Good memories were made living in Ingelwood where they happily welcomed and raised their two daughters. 

Ida was very proud of Ada and Maria as they completed their university education, married Jim and Jeff who she loved like sons and was especially blessed when her grandchildren were born. She adored her grandchildren and loved watching all their sporting and academic accomplishments. 

As an Italian Nana, Ida had many talents. She could sew, craft, knit, garden and of course, cook and bake delicious multi-course meals with love and happiness. Ida’s greatest joy was to make her family and home the best it could be. She always welcomed everyone into her home with open arms and big plates of food. 

Ida had a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She took on each challenge with poise and determination. Her inspiration, unwavering strength, and bravery will live on through the legacy of all of her children and grandchildren. Ida will always be lovingly remembered and hold a special place in all of our hearts. 

We love you so much and your presence with us in person will always be missed, but will never be forgotten as you live everyday within all of us. 

Due to Covid-19 restrictions a private by invitation Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Spirit Catholic Church on Wednesday July 22, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. and viewing available starting at 10:00 a.m. with entombment to follow at Queen’s Park Mausoleum. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on Ida’s obituary at www.McInnisandHolloway.com.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to Ovarian Cancer Canada,  831 - 470 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1V5, Telephone: 1-877-413-7970 Ext. 341, https://ovariancanada.org/.

In living memory of Ida LoGullo, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis and Holloway Funeral Homes, Park Memorial, 5008 Elbow Drive SW, Calgary, AB T2S 2L5, Telephone: 403-243-8200.