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Obituary For Maria Yolanda Vecchio

Maria Yolanda Vecchio, 82 of Waynesville passed away on November 7, 2021. She was the daughter of the late Julia S. and Jose O. Perez. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Eisai P. Vecchio, Sr. and her son, Eisai P. Vecchio, Jr.

She was born and raised in Texas and later moved to Canton NC. She was devoted to the Catholic church but also attended the Methodist church and was a Sunday School teacher. She was a member of the American Red Cross and volunteered at the hospital gift shop. Her love and adoration were her children and grandchildren. She was an amazing and highly energetic woman in all parts of life Her passion was gardening and crafting.

Surviving to cherish her memory is her three daughters, San Juanita G. Shaw (Gary King) of Troy, NC, Hilda V. Shadden (Chris) of Asheboro, NC and Yolanda Nora Vecchio of the home; and one son, Jose C. Vecchio of the home. She was blessed with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A memorial mass will be held 12noon on December 18, 2021 at St. John the Evangelist's Catholic Church, Waynesville, NC.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in her honor to your local churches.