Peacefully at St. Peter's Hospital, on Friday, April 3, 2009. Giuseppe Porco, in his 73rd year. Loving father of Diane and her husband Gary Tahir. Cherished Nonno of Alexandra and Michael. Predeceased by his devoted parents Giovanni and Erminia Porco. Dear brother of Mario and Bruna Porco in Luxembourg, Salvatore and Lucia Porco, Antonio and Giuseppina Porco, Lina and Angelo Sferrazza, Alfredo Porco, Ottavio and Maria Porco, and the late Maria Porco of Vancouver. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and their families. A special thank you to the wonderful staff of St. Peter's Hospital 4 West for their compassion and care. Visitation at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton St. E. (near James) on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with Vigil Prayers Monday 3:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be offered on Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at All Souls Church at 10 a.m. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Antonio Marques Domingues
June 13, 1941 - March 09, 2009
Peacefully at St. Peter's Hospital, on Monday, March 9, 2009, in his 68th year, after a struggle with liver complications. Predeceased by his parents, Jose and Maria Domingues and his wife Atilia Mauricio of Barra de Mira, Portugal. Dear father of Antonio (Christine), Carlos (Carla), Paulo (Elizabeth), Elisabete, and Claudia (Andre). Loving Avo to Carlos, Elvira, Ricky, Jesse, Paulo, Sophia, Vanessa, Andrew, Fabio, Gabriel, Patricia, Leandro, Daniel and Mariana. Brother to Alzira and Alda of Portugal and Alcinio of Hamilton. Will be sadly missed by many in-laws including Domingos and Maria Estudante of USA, as well as many nieces and nephews. Antonio was a former member of Vasco da Gama and a member of Liuna Local 837 of Hamilton. A special thank you to St. Peter's Hospital 3 East staff for their care. Visitation will be held at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Tuesday and Wednesday from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Vigil Prayers on Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. Service at Funeral Home chapel on Thursday at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Donations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Ray Mariutti
May 02, 1930 - April 08, 2009
Peacefully after a long, brave struggle with PSP at St. Joseph’s Complex Continuing Care on Wednesday, April 8th in his 79th year. Beloved husband of 57 years to Anne (nee Scime). Loving father of Marianne Harper (Ken), Susan (Jeff), Michael (Terry), Joanne (Lee), Paul, and Anthony (Kim). Cherished grandfather of Bradley, Shawna Leigh, Melanie, Brandon, Joseph, Jonathon, Spencer and Sierra. Eldest son of the late Maria and late Mirto Mariutti. Dear brother of Tally Pongetti (Flev), Gino (Bev) and Joyce (Ian). Brother-in-law of the late Charlie Scime (Elda), Sister Carmelina, Della Susi (late Dominic), the late Florence Izzotti (late Emile), the late Carmelina Fagan (late Wilf), Dr. Carmelo Scime (Lynne), Angelo Scime (late Mary), and Joe Scime (Marj). Loved and respected by many nieces and nephews. Ray will always be remembered for his devotion to his family and was happiest when all of his children and extended family were together. As the proud owner of Melray Manufacturing Jewellers for over thirty years, Ray’s passion for creating fine jewellery touched many lives. His outspoken personality endeared him to all who knew him. The overwhelming support of family and friends during Ray's journey was deeply appreciated. Special thanks to: Dr. A. Boyle, Dr. A. Woods and Greg Cressman of palliative care and all the sixth floor staff for their great care, dedication and compassion shown to Ray during his extended stay. Resting at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel, 43 Barton Street East, Hamilton on Sunday, April 12th from 7-9pm and on Monday, April 13th from 2-5pm and 7-9pm. Vigil prayers on Monday at 3:30pm. Funeral mass will be celebrated at Annunciation of Our Lord Parish, (280 Limeridge Road West, Hamilton) at 10am, Tuesday, April 14th. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to PSP: in care of Parkinson’s Society, or the charity of your choice, would be appreciated by the family.
Giuseppina Vella (née Schillaci)
March 28, 1927 - April 07, 2009
Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on April 7, 2009 at St. Joseph's Hospital, at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late Angelo. Loving mother of the late infant child Salvatore, Luigina, Giovanni, and Salvatore. Dear sister and sister-in- law of Concetta and Salvatore Milazzo and family of Hamilton, the late Maria and the late Giovanni Buttice and family of Italy, the late Salvatore and Rita Vella and family of France and Giuseppe and Mima Vella and family of Hamilton. Special thanks to all the staff at St. Joseph's Hospital for all their care and compassion. Resting at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9. Vigil prayers on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at All Souls Church on Monday at 12 noon. Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Our Lady of Victory Mausoleum. "... it is in dying that we are born to eternal life"
Ivaldo "Waldo" Corsini
August 13, 1931 - April 11, 2009
Peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 11, 2009 after a courageous, lengthy illness in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Arlene for 51 years. Loving dad of Ellen (Mark), Michele (John), Jennifer, and Susan. Cherished Tatone/Papa of Anthony, Connor, Domenic, Jessica, Nicholas, and Joseph. Will be greatly missed by his sister Lorraine Malkovich (the late James) and brother Robert Corsini (Beverley). Dear brother-in-law of Thelma Corsini, Charleen Corsini, and Gayl Grattan. Predeceased by his parents Goffredo and Orizia (Viola) Corsini and siblings Edna Keyes, Rinaldo Corsini, and Dr. Alfio Corsini. Lovingly remembered by many family members and friends. Waldo was a lifetime member of the C.Y.O. Celebrity Dinner committee, on the YMCA past Board of Directors, a long-time member of the Sons of Italy, member of the Bisco-10, and was well known in the construction industry for many years. He was the Special Projects Manager for Cooper Construction and co-owner of Bestco Construction. Waldo was an avid hunter and fisherman and was well known for his cooking at stags, showers and other functions. Waldo will be most remembered for his love of life and family and appreciation for friendship. Visitation will be held at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Wednesday from 5-9 pm. Vigil prayers 8 pm. A Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Lawrence Church on Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 10 am. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Lawrence Church Restoration Fund or a charity of your choice would be sincerely appreciated by the family.
Arlean Jamieson
October 18, 1944 - April 08, 2009
Unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at the age of 64. Cherished wife of Bill. Loving mother of Julie Lloyd and Sean Miller and Kevin and Sue Lloyd. Caring grandmother of ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Lovingly remembered by her brothers and sister Ronnie Hartwick (Valerie), Caroline Stevenson and Manly Wilkes (Michelle). Predeceased by her brother Harold Hartwick. She will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends and also by her dear little friend Babes. A special thank you to the nursing staff at St. Olga’s Nursing Home and Townsview Lifecare Centre and also to the special people of Village Drive in Kingston. Visitation will be held at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) Hamilton, on Monday from 7-9 pm and Tuesday, April 14, 2009 from 11 am until Funeral Service at 1 pm. Cremation to follow. In kindness, donations to your local Humane Society would be sincerely appreciated by the family.
Maria DiVittorio (née Franciosa)
September 07, 1943 - March 05, 2009
Peacefully, at St. Peter's Hospital, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, March 5, 2009, in her 66th year. Beloved wife of Mario for 44 years. Loving mother and mother- in-law of Mario and his wife Diana, Anna and her husband Luigi Chiarini. Dear Nonna of Matthew, Felicia, Selena and Simona. Survived by her mother Bambina Franciosa. Predeceased by her father Ernesto Franciosa and her in-laws Giuseppe and Anna DiVittorio. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Anna and Tony LeDonne, Ofelia and Santo Filice, Christina and the late Luigi Franciosa. Dear sister-in-law to Giovanni and Mariuccia DiVittorio. Survived by her Aunt Hilda and Uncle Guy (Yolanda) of Ohio and many cousins, nieces and nephews in Canada, U.S.A. and Italy. A special thanks to the staff of St. Peter's Hospital 3West for their compassion and care. Visitation at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. and on Sunday from 3-8 p.m. The Vigil Prayers will be on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be at St. Eugene's Church on Monday at 11 a.m. Entombment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Alzheimer Association would be appreciated.
Manuel Cabral
August 17, 1920 - March 12, 2009
Peacefully at the Hamilton General Hospital, on Thursday, March 12, 2009. Manuel Cabral, aged 88 years. Beloved great-grandfather of Ashley Baglioni and grandfather of Susan Cabral. Visitation at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Friday 6 - 9 p.m. with Vigil Prayers at 8:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be offered on Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Church. Cremation to follow.
