Elda Adele Canevari

1941 - 2019

Elda Adele Canevari January 15, 1941 - September 10, 2019 On September 10, 2019, Elda Adele Canevari, loving wife and mother of three, passed away at age 78. Elda was born on January 15, 1941 in Highland Park, Il to Italian immigrants Dino and Delvia Severi. Italian was the primary language until she started school at age 5, so the English that Elda learned in school, became a nightly lesson for her parents. The family moved to California when Elda was 9, upon doctor's orders to escape the cold weather. In the 1950s, Elda's father operated a professional photography studio, which led her to meet the love of her life, David. Even though they lived near each other, Elda and David did not meet until he arrived to pick up his senior portraits. David and Elda wed in 1961 and, as newlyweds, lived in San Francisco. She worked for Bank of America, using her expert shorthand and typing skills. Elda learned to drive on SF's hilly streets, which lead to much family teasing about her own particular style of driving. David and Elda eventually returned to Stockton, to be near family, and to begin a family of their own. She loved her home of 54 years, with its vivid orange flower hallway wallpaper, and the gorgeous sunset views of Mt. Diablo. Using her beautiful penmanship, Elda was a voracious letter writer to friends and family. Those distinctively addressed envelopes carried thoughtful notes, newsy letters, notes to make us laugh, and notes of love and caring. She often would write a note to acknowledge a job well-done to retail clerks, restaurant servers, or even to companies that had a good product. Elda loved stage plays and concerts. Her tastes varied from Willie Nelson to John Denver, so no one was surprised that her last concert was Bruce Springsteen. She adored Santa Cruz and Hawaii beach vacations, often insisting that we all stay on the sand until the last rays of sun faded away. Elda taught her three children to be kind, stand up for what is right, and to show appreciation. A devoted mom, her family's happiness brought her the greatest joy. Elda was a loving wife, proud mom, caring sister, and loyal friend. She was named Godmother and Confirmation Sponsor to many. Elda is survived by her beloved husband David, and children Christina (Jeff), Timothy (Patty), and Brian (Suzanne). She deeply loved her six grandchildren Mark (Meaghan), Matthew, Morgan, Gabriel, Gemma, and Lazzaro. She is also survived by her brother Jimmy Severi, and his sons and their families. The family extends gratitude to the wonderful staff at Plymouth Square Floor Two, for their loving, compassionate, and respectful care. Visitation will be 2:00 5:00 pm September 15, 2019 at DeYoung Memorial Chapel 601 N. California Street Stockton. Funeral Mass will be held at 10 am September 16, 2019 at St. Michael's Catholic Church 5882 N. Ashley Lane Stockton. Private interment at San Joaquin Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to St. Michael's Catholic Church or a charity of your choice.