Giulia Lorenzi (née Bernardi)
July 22, 1915 - March 29, 2006
LORENZI, Giulia - Peacefully at the Regina Gardens Nursing Home on Wednesday, March 29, 2006, in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Luigi. Loving mother of the late Dr. Loreno Lorenzi and dear mother-in-law of Flaminia. Dear Nonna of Julia and Frederic, and David and loving Bisnonna of Steven and Alessia. Predeceased by her brother and four sisters in Italy. She will be sadly missed by Wendy, many friends, nieces, nephews and cousins in Canada and Italy. A special thanks to Dr. Emili, the nurses, the personal care providers, and the residents at the Regina Gardens Nursing Home. Visitation at the FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Friday from 5-9 p.m. The Vigil Prayers will be on Friday at 8:30 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be at All Souls Church on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Entombment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family. "Sarai sempre nei nostri cuori"
Dolores Puga de Thompson
April 17, 1929 - May 01, 2006
PUGA de THOMPSON, Ma. Dolores - Peacefully at Clarion Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, May 1, 2006, at the age of 77. Beloved wife of the late Rae. Loving mother of Artemio and Irene Puga. Cherished grandmother of Aaron. Survived by her sister Teresa and predeceased by Felix, Boni, all of Mexico. Will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, family and friends especially Carlos, Donato, Amanda Hugo and their spouses. Special thanks to the Spanish Grupo Carismatico of All Souls and the Clarion Nursing Home for all their care and compassion, especially Veronica and Anna. Resting at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Wednesday from 6-9 p.m. Vigil Prayers on Wednesday at 8 p.m. Funeral Mass will be offered at All Souls Church on Thursday at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
John Rusznyak
March 24, 1937 - April 14, 2006
Rusznyak, John Peacefully in his sleep at St. Peter’s Hospital on Good Friday April 14, 2006 in his 70th year. Beloved husband of Magdelena for 50 years. Loving father of Maggie & Gary Muir, Liz & David Rees, Eszter Rusznyak, Kathy Mac Donald and fiancé Gary Stackhouse. Cherished grandfather of Jeremiah, Gord, Melissa, Nicole, Julia, Seth, Matt, Amanda, Lavery, and Shelby. Dear brother of Elizabeth (John Banko), Maria Rusznyak, and many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews in Hungary. John was a member of the Hungarian Club and St. Stephen’s Church. Special thanks to the Doctor’s and staff at St. Peter’s Hospital 3rd Floor and the VON nurses for all there kindness and compassion. Resting at FRISCO on Tuesday from 5-9 pm. Vigil prayers on Tuesday at 8pm Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Stephen’s Hungary Church on Wednesday at 10am. Interment to follow to Mount Hamilton Cemetery. Donations to St. Stephen’s Hungarian Church would be appreciated by the family. “Forever in Our Hearts”
Biagio Damiani
February 03, 1933 - April 10, 2006
Biagio Domenico (February 3, 1933 - April 10, 2006) passed away at the age of 73, after a long and courageous illness. Biagio will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Mina, only daughter Patricia, and son-in-law Michael Lamont. Also deeply saddened are his much-loved grandchildren Sabrina and Shannon Lamont. He will join in heaven his brother Francesco, father Pio, and mother Antonia. He is survived by his sister-in-law Giovanna Damiani and nieces Marianne Napoleone, Pia DiGiacinto and their families. He will be missed by many relatives in Italy: Ermelinda, Mirella, Claudio DiCarlo and their families. Biagio was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He worked many years at Dofasco, loved his hometown in Italy - Ripe - and in his younger years shared a passion for gardening, food, music, bocce, and best of all babysitting his cherished grandchildren Sabrina and Shannon. He will be missed by friends, neighbours and relatives, especially the DiCarlo family, with whom he spent many memorable events. "Dad, I love you and I already miss you immensely. You taught me many valuable lessons about life that no one else could - principles and the people that really matter. Most importantly, I wanted to thank you and Mom for raising me in a nurturing environment bursting with love. You took care of me, you encouraged me to do the best that I could do, and most importantly you loved me to your fullest capacity and then some. This makes you the best Dad, and I am deeply saddened that I can no longer share you in my life, but you will always be in my heart. I love you, Dad! This hurts too much. Till we meet again in heaven." Visitation will be held at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Tuesday, April 11 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Rosary at 8:30 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Anthony's Church, 165 Prospect St. N. (west of Barton and Gage) in Hamilton, on Wednesday, April 12 at 10:30 a.m. Entombment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery to follow.
Bernard Barker
January 13, 1924 - April 21, 2006
BARKER, Bernard - Suddenly, while vacationing in Varadero, Cuba, on Friday, April 21, 2006, in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of the late Vera and the late Helen (MacKenzie). Loving father of Sharon Beck. Cherished grandfather of Shirley and Vince Saieva, Bernie and Monica Beck and great-grandfather of Amanda, Sabrina, Vincent, Marco, Savannah, Anthony, Dylan and Darren. Sadly missed by his sister Mary and many family and friends. Bernard was a War Veteran and a member of the Washago Seniors' Club in Orillia. Resting at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. Chapel Service on Monday at 10:00 a.m., with Burial to follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Family and friends are welcome to sign the book of Condolences at www.friscolanti.com "See you on the Green. Forever in our hearts."
Gemma Luisetto (née Santi)
November 06, 1917 - March 31, 2006
Peacefully at St. Joseph's Hospital on Friday March 31, 2006 in her 89 year. Surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of the late Amedeo Luisetto. Loved mother of Dan Lisa, Gina Daryl, Joe Bev. Cherished Nonna of Tania, Kelly, Luke, Laura, Daniel and Rachel. She will be sadly missed and fondly remember by many relatives and friends. Special thanks to St. Joseph's Hospital for her care and the Doctor's and staff in IC.U. Thank you to the staff of Heritage Green Nursing Home for there care. Visitation at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton St. East (near James). Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Vigil prayers Sunday at 3pm. Funeral Mass offered at St. Eugene's Parish corner of Parkdale and Queeston Rd. Monday at 10:30 am. Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flower's donations to St. Joseph's Hospital would be appreciated by the family. "Rest in Peace, you will always be in our hearts".
Rino Di Leonardo
November 25, 1961 - April 23, 2006
Peacefully at St. Joseph's Hospital surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, April 23, 2006, Rino in his 45th year. Dearly loved husband of Patrizia (Pat). Loved and devoted Dad of Daniel and Alysa. Dear son of Emilia and the late Luigi Di Leonardo, son-in-law of Romana and the late Edio Giangregorio. Brother of Elsa and Arnoldo Greco, Dina and Antonio Melfi, Silvana and Jerry Margani, and the late Dea Di Leonardo. Brother-in-law of Sonia and Sam Campanella. Also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins in Hamilton and Italy. Rino was a proud employee with the City of Hamilton and an avid Hamilton Tiger-Cat Fan. Special thanks to Dr. D. Dath, Dr. R. Jaeschke, Dr. M. Cadeddu and the caring nurses at St. Joseph's I.C.U. Visitation at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Tuesday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Vigil Prayers on Tuesday at 6:45 p.m. Funeral Mass will be offered on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 at St. Anthony of Padua Church at 10:30 a.m. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
God looked around His garden
And He found an empty place
He looked down upon His earth
And chose your sweet face.
Gil Pereira Medeiros
July 22, 1925 - April 20, 2006
MEDEIROS, Gil Pereira - At Hamilton General Hospital on Thursday, April 20, 2006, surrounded by his family, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Gil Medeiros, in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Natalia. Loved father of Goretti and Mario Rego, Angie, Natalie and Leon Alexander, Delia and Lisa. Dear Vavo of Terry, Danny, Kenny, Nicole, Taylor and Tyrell. Brother of Fernando, Diodado, Merces and the late Manuel. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Special thanks to nurse Rachel, Dr. Benger and Christine and the Juravinski Cancer Centre for their compassion and care. Visitation at the FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Vigil Prayers on Saturday 8 p.m. Funeral Mass will be offered on Monday, April 24, 2006 at St. Mary's Church at 10 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery
