John (Janos) Kerti
July 29, 2011
John passed away on July 28, 2011 at the age of 80 years. He was predeceased by his parents Pal Kerti and Erzsebet Jacko. He is survived by his loving family, wife Eva, son John, daughter Nastasha, granddaughter Sharan, many nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 1:00 pm at Our Lady of Hungary Church 1810 E. 7th Ave. Vancouver. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation in John’s name.
Giuseppe (Joe) Patricelli
July 27, 2011
1936 – 2011
Our beloved nonno, father and husband fought an illness courageously over the past eight years so that he could stay longer with his loving family. That is why it is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Giuseppe (Joe / Joseph / Peppino) Patricelli on July 25th. Joe is survived by his wife Raffaella of 46 years, daughters Michelle and Janet, sons-in-law Maurice Jacob and Daryl Simpson, and grandchildren Sebastian, Domenic, Deanna, Sophia and Marco.
Born in San Marco la Catola, Italy on July 13th 1936 to Giovanni and Antonietta (both predeceased), Joe grew up loving his brother Michele (predeceased) and sister Lucia. As a young man, Joe left for Switzerland in search of wages to support his family remaining in Italy. It was there that he had an opportunity to cultivate his varied language skills, learning English, German, French and Spanish. More importantly though, this is where Joe would develop his love of and proficiency at cooking. Joe was far from a material man, but rather a man who measured his worth by the warmth and proximity of his family by his side. He didn’t wait though for official celebrations to give gifts; he gave them daily. Sometimes it was the perfect fig from his garden, handpicked for one of his grandchildren. Sometimes it was a simple lesson in selflessness and humility. Other times it was the simple gift of time given, to his adoring grandchildren. His love for his grandchildren was surpassed only by the love they had for him. His joy of preparing a meal for those close to him was surpassed only by the joy they had savouring it. And the impact he made on his family in life is surpassed only by the impact now felt by his passing.
We love and miss you, Nonno.
Palmina Roselli
July 26, 2011
Palmina passed away peacefully on July 25, 2011 at the age of 71 years. She is predeceased by father Giuseppe. She is survived by her loving family, husband Domenico; son John; grandson Nico; mother Santa; brothers Gino (Sue) and Mike (Palma); sister Carmelina (Gennaro); and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, July 28th at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church 525 S. Slocan St. Vancouver. Entombment to follow at the South Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park.
Pietro D’Amico
July 25, 2011
Pietro passed away on July 25, 2011 at the age of 86 years. He is survived by his loving family, wife Filomena, children Tony (Davene), Leonora (Gaetano), and Joe; grandchildren Nacole, Justine and Gaetano (Guy); brothers Carmelo (Dita) and Joe (Pina); sister Gina Barone (Salvatore); sister-in-law Mafalda D’Amico; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Special thank-you to the staff at Arbutus Care Centre. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 28th from 6-8:00 p.m. at Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel 4276 Hastings St. Burnaby, BC. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, July 29th at 11:30 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 2025 Napier St. Vancouver, BC. Entombment to follow at the Abbey Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to BC Children’s Hospital. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com
Alfonso Bruno
July 25, 2011
November 28, 1918 – July 25, 2011
Alfonso was born in Siculiana, Agrigento, Italy and passed away at Burnaby Hospital. His beloved wife Rosa predeceased him in October 2008. He is survived by his sons Gerlando and Steve, daughter-in-law Janice, and grandchildren Alfonso, Jean-Paul, Anthony, Chelsea and Megan. Prayers will be offered at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 28th at St. Helen’s Catholic Church, 3860 Triumph Street, Burnaby, B.C. where Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 29th. Entombment to follow at the Abbey, Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby, B.C. In lieu of flowers donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Diabetes Association would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.
Marlene Anne Whyte
July 21, 2011
November 15, 1934 – July 16, 2011
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Marlene Anne. She is survived by her beloved husband William (Bill), son Ronnie, daughter Anne-Marie (Navruze) Engineer, grandchildren Kamran and Aryana, brother Jim, sister Audrey, sisters-in-law Linda (Cam) Bowman and Isabelle Goulding, several nieces and nephews. Funeral service at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 26th at Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel, 4276 Hastings Street, Burnaby, B.C. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.
Vittorio Burlon
July 19, 2011
September 04, 1921 – July 17, 2011
Vittorio was born in Bugnins, Camino al Tagliamento, Italy and passed away at Burnaby Hospital just short of his 90th birthday. He is survived by his wife Nives, of 57 years, son Joe (Sonia), daughter Esterina (Mike), 3 grandchildren Michael, Tanya, and Tara, niece Athena (and family) and family of predeceased nephew Bill. Vic came to Canada in 1949; lived in Princeton before moving to Vancouver in 1961. He worked for O’Keefe Brewery and retired from Carling in 1986. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening – loved his glass of wine and playing bocce with his friends. Prayers will be offered at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 21st at St. Helen’s Catholic Church, 3860 Triumph Street, Burnaby, B.C. where Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 22nd. In lieu of flowers donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Entombment to follow at Forest Lawn Garden Mausoleum, Burnaby, B.C. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.
REST IN PEACE
Domenica Fascilla
July 15, 2011
Born February, 27, 1916 in Bitritto, Bari, Italy, passed away peacefully, July 14, 2011 at Fellburn Care Centre, Burnaby, BC at the age of 95 years. Predeceased by husband Paolo and daughter Domenica. She is survived by her loving family; daughter Elizabeth (Luciano); son Ben; 9 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Special thank-you to the staff at Fellburn Care Centre for their care of Mother. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Andrews Catholic Church 480 E. 47th Ave. Vancouver, BC. Entombment to follow at Abbey Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park, Burnaby, BC. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com
Audrey “June” McKinnon (nee Robinson)
July 12, 2011
August 9, 1926 – July 8, 2011
Born in Virden, MB, June passed away in Burnaby, BC. She is survived by Harvey, her husband of 64 years, also many relatives and friends. Special thanks to the great staff at Fellburn Care Centre. As June wished, there will be no service.
Graziella Mauro
July 11, 2011
Passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2011 after her courageous battle with cancer at the age of 79. Loved and missed by her children Dana and husband Vito, Mike and his wife Denise, Cathy and her husband Bev; grandchildren Michael, Brandon and Adam; sisters Maria Cozza, Elda Falbo; brother Frank Bernaudo and nieces and nephews. She will be forever lovingly remembered for her unfailing love and commitment to her family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 15, 2011 at St. Helen’s Catholic Church, 3860 Triumph Street Burnaby. Entombment to follow at the South Mausoleum, Ocean View Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations to the B.C. Cancer Foundation or UBC in support of Student Awards 500 – 5950 University Boulevard Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3 would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com