Born on May 17, 1987 passed away peacefully on March 23rd, 2025 at St. Peter’s Hospital in her hometown of Hamilton, Ontario surrounded by the love of her family and friends.
Correen is survived by her devoted husband, John Mascotto-Carbone, who’s deep companionship provided many cherished moments throughout their marriage. Together, they were blessed with their beloved daughter, Lyra Anita Mascotto-Carbone, who brought immeasurable joy and passionate force to their lives. Correen was a lighthouse of strength to her daughter and she shared a bond that transcended words. As the eldest daughter to Colleen and Bert Smith, Correen will be deeply missed by her sisters Carly (Christopher) Maillet and Caitlin (Matthew) Prystie and her nephew Theodore. Her presence was also strongly felt by her extended family and close friends, whose relationships she nurtured with loyalty and pride.
Correen worked with her hands, with her heart, and with a strength that was an inspiration to those around her. Correen’s journey on earth was marked by persistence and a willingness to take commitments seriously – whether in work, friendship, or love. Guided by her strong moral and ethical compass she never strayed from her principles and embodied resilience and self-discipline. Correen’s love of her family was the thread that held everything together and her perseverance carried others through their hardest days even when facing her own. In honour of her life, Correen’s family invites you to carry forward the spirit she lived by; to take time to sit with someone you love, share stories, plan get-togethers, and never underestimate the power of a moment well spent with the ones you love.
We are forever grateful for the compassionate care Correen received in her final months from the team at St. Peter’s Hospital. Their kindness and dedication provided Correen with comfort and peace during her battle, and their support meant the world to her family. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will take place on May 17th 2025 at 6pm at the knights of Columbus located at 222 Queenston Rd., Hamilton.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be sent to a Connect Communities. Connect had a great impact on Correen’s recovery.
Cheques can be made payable to Connect Hamilton, 8 Columbus Gate Stoney Creek, ON LSJ 2S1. In memory of Correen.
The strength in Correen is definitely a Tribute to her Wonderful Family. I’ve seen so much love and devotion through out these past years. Her cheeky smile will always be in my Heart 💜
Sending our love and prayers to Correen’s family. She was truly lucky to have a loving and supportive family.
Dear Friends, Bert & Colleen
We are so saddened to learn of Correen’s passing.
Our most sincere condolences and fondest memories to you both and Carly and Caitlin and Families. We have never forgotten your 3 wonderful girls and our time as your friends and neighbours.
Our best wishes to you all in this very difficult time.
So sorry to hear of Correen’s passing, my deepest condolences
Thinking about everyone
Hugs
Please accept my most sincere condolences on the loss of such a kind, beautiful woman. I worked with Correen at McMaster and she was such a friendly, good natured person. It was a pleasure to work with her. I am truly so sorry for your loss. May God give you peace and bless your family during this most difficult time.
My deepest condolences to Correen’s family. Thinking of everyone in this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family at this very sad time, Correen will forever be in our hearts. Love Melissa and Angela xoxo.
Our deepest condolences our thought and prayers are with you.
Our hearts are broken such a huge loss for our dear family. Carly you and Caitlyn were her strength. Now you will need to be there for your dear mom and dad and little Lyra. We are here for you. Love auntie Heather and uncle mark.
Our deepest condolences to all of Correens family ❤️
I am so saddened to hear of Correen’s passing. We went to highschool together and she was always such a bright light. I am thinking of her husband and daughter, along with all of her friends and family. ❤️
I was deeply saddened to hear of Correens passing , such an intelligent ,brave beautiful young woman ! Her dedication to her recovery and strength impressed me beyond measure and you could see how much her love for her young daughter and husband played the major role. My heart breaks for her family , Bert and Colleen and her sisters and their families. Correens memory will always be kept alive by their cherished memories and will live on her sweet little Lyra. My deepest sympathy to all and my love and prayers . Xoxo.
When you lose someone that you love, the pain is immeasurable and leaves you with a hollow feeling deep inside your soul that you can’t ever imagine being filled again.My condolences goes to you and your precious family.Will keep you guys in my prayers during this difficult time.Love and will miss you always Correen 🫶
So sad to hear of Correen’s passing. My deepest condolences to Lyra and Correen’s family at this very difficult time. Even though I only knew Correen for a short time she left an everlasting mark on my heart. May she rest in everlasting peace.
Bert, Colleen and family –
We are so sorry to hear of Correen’s passing. We remember her as such a happy and bubbly child and later as a strong, beautiful woman.
Our deepest condolences to the many who loved her.
My deepest sympathies to Correen’s family. May you find strength & comfort in one another during this devastating time. Correen and I went to school together, as kids and teens. And although we hadn’t seen in each other many many years, hearing of her passing deeply saddened me, as if I had seen her yesterday. Correen was always so kind, lovely & easy to talk to, often catching up when bumping into each other at A&P. Sending my thoughts & prayers with a heavy heart.
She will be remembered at SPH for a long time, many here will miss her. With deepest sympathy. Linda (RN, SPH)