Albert Henry Carroll
March 30, 1928 - December 14, 2005
CARROLL, Albert - Peacefully at home with his loving wife Dolores at his side on December 14, 2005 in his 77th year, Beloved step-father and father to Mary, John and Brenda Auld, Laurence, Jim, Robert, Linda, David, Johanne and Rose-May Carroll. Sadly missed by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Resting at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to take place on Saturday in the funeral home Chapel at 10 a.m. Interment to follow to White Chapel Cemetery.
Francesco (Frank) Aquino
November 06, 1932 - December 10, 2005
Peacefully, surrounded by his family, at the Hamilton General Hospital on Saturday December 10, 2005 in his 74th year. Beloved husband of Ann (LaRocca). Loving father of Ida (Danny) Donato and, Reno (Karen). Nonno will be cherished and lovingly remembered by his grandchildren David, Julianne, Francesco "Cesi", Jenna, Alison, and Brian. Nonno spent many happy hours teaching his granchildren about history, geography and politics. He loved life and people and passing on the legacy of music to his family. Son of the late Fiore (Ida Porco) Aquino. Brother and brother-in-law of Ernest (Connie) Aquino, the late Nick (Santina) LaRocca, Sam (Ninetta) LaRocca, Joe (Lorraine) LaRocca, Jenny (Paul) Tenace, and, Jim (Mary) LaRocca. Also survived by Uncle Ernesto (Sarah) Parco. Remembered by numerous relatives and friends. Special thanks to the staff of the Hamilton General Hospital ICU and the Sam Program for their care and compassion. Thanks also to Bayshore Home Health care workers, especially Helen and Jane. Visititation at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James Street) Monday and Tuesday 5 – 9 p.m. Vigil Prayers Tuesday at 5 p.m. Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Eugene’s Church on Wednesday December 14, 2005 at 11 a.m. Entombment Our Lady of Victory Mausoleum, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Pietro Giuseppe Riverso
March 11, 1915 - December 08, 2005
Peacefully at St. Joseph's Hospital, on Thursday, December 8, 2005, in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Mariangela. Dearest father and father-in-law of Gabriel and Nancy Riverso, Connie and Frank Battaglia, Pina and Alfonso DeLuca, Anna and Tony Grieci and the late Francesco Riverso. Adoring Nonno of Maria and Roberto Molinaro, Gelsie and Jerry Casella, Rosanna and Gianfranco Greco, Sam and Rose Battaglia, Frances and Lisa Battaglia, Laura and Carmine DeLuca, Patrizia, Tanya and Joseph Grieci. Bisnonno to Jonathan, Jordan, Frank and Marco. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Mariannina and the late Antonio Battaglia, Turina and the late Teodoro Scutieri, Teodoro and Anna Riverso, Virginia and the late Pasquale Battaglia. Pietro will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends in Canada, U.S.A., Argentina and Italy. Messages of condolence would be welcome at friscolanti.com Visitation at the FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James), Saturday and Sunday 4-9 p.m. Vigil Prayers Sunday at 8 p.m. Funeral Mass Monday 10 a.m. at St. Anthony's Church with entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Donations in Pietro's memory to a charity of your choice would be gratefully appreciated. "SEI SEMPRE NEI NOSTRI CUORI"
Francesca Manuela Drake
September 02, 1977 - December 02, 2005
Peacefully passed away in her sleep at the age of 28 on December 2, 2005. Daughter of the late Barbara Zacconi. Deeply missed by her loving father James and brother Alex. Dear granddaughter of Rita Drake and Mariam Magry. Fran will be sadly missed by her Aunts, Uncles, many cousins and friends. Visitation at the FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL 43 Barton St E (near James) on Thursday December 8, 2005 beginning at 1:30pm, Funeral Service to at 4:00pm.Creamtion to follow
Francesco "Frank" Gentile
May 27, 1923 - October 18, 2005
Suddenly at the Henderson General Hospital on Tuesday, October 18, 2005 in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Rosa for 57 years. Dear father of Josie Dagostino and her husband Paul, Diana Burrows and her husband Frederick. Adoring Nonno of Peter, Tessa, and De`Lenn. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Grazia Gentile, the late Ida Gentile, Assunta and the late Guido Sicoli, Livia and the late Pierino Gentile, Angela and Giuseppe Perna, the late Pietro Spagnuolo, Raffaele and Michelina Spagnuolo, Paul and Dora Spagnuolo, Gerry and Teresa Spagnuolo, Teresa and Ernesto Spadafora, Frank and Franca Spagnuolo. Frank will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews and cousins.Frank was the proud owner of Coloseum Shoes at Barton and Sherman Avenue for 42 years. A special thank you to Drs. Rosati and Golshan and social worker Joy Stephenson for their kindness, care and compassion. Messages of condolence would be welcome at friscolanti.com. Visitation at the FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) Friday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Vigil prayers Friday 8:30 pm. Funeral Mass Saturday 10 a.m. at St. Margaret Mary Church (20 Idlewood) with entombrnent to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Heart and Stroke or Canadian Diabetes Foundation would be greatly appreciated by Frank's family.
Lino Nusca
March 01, 1935 - October 15, 2005
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lino, but it is with joy that he has found his place in his Heavenly home. After a short battle with cancer in his 71st year on Saturday, October 15, 2005 surrounded by his family. Much loved husband of Beverly, his lifelong friend and wife with whom he just celebrated 50 years of marriage. Beloved father of Patrick and Rhonda, Maria and Mike (Maille) and Julie and Kim (Aumais). Cherished grandpa, card player and fishing buddy of Nicholas, Rebecca (Steve), Justin, Tim (Natalie), Steven, Sam, Sally, Nathan and Rachel. Loving great-grandfather of Caden. Survived by his brothers, Nino (Vilma), Joseph (Gloria), sister Clara (Tony) Celi and sister-in-law Mary. Brother-in-law of Donna and Earl Grice and Ed and Joan Cooke. Predeceased by his parents Paolo and Marietta (Viola), sister Cecilia (Emilio) Sguigna, brothers Edo (Nina), Anthony and Lino Sr. Lino will lovingly be remembered by his many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Lino, along with his wife Beverly, established NUSCA ELECTRIC LTD in 1958. With son Patrick, ACSUN Mobile Signs, and Pat/Lin Laundromat. Lino mentored many young men in the electrical trade business. He was a past president of the Hamilton District Electrical Contractors Association and a member of the Electrical Contractors Association of Hamilton. Lino was also a member of the Brotherhood of Electrical Workers #105. He was an active member with the Order of The Sons of Italy and involved as a loyal member/usher at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church. Lino enjoyed many years of fishing and cooking with his lifelong friends and cousins. The love and support shown to us throughout this difficult time has been a blessing. A very special thank you to Dr. Ross Allega for his dedication and compassionate care. Visitation will be held at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel on Tuesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Vigil prayers at 4:30. A Funeral Mass will be offered at Our Lady of Assumption Church on Wednesday, October 19, 2005 at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. Donations may be made to The Juravinski Cancer Centre, The Canadian Diabetes Association, The Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Canadian S.A.D.S. Foundation. "Borders your love never knew, You gave us the strength to see life through."
Dino Bellavia
March 22, 1934 - October 12, 2005
It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of Dino Bellavia on Wednesday, October 12, 2005. Loving and cherished husband of Elizabeth for 44 years. Devoted father of Lisa Ramacieri (Paul), Michelle and Jason. Loving Nonno of Zarastiana, Alissa, Ethan and Mirabella. Dear brother of Gina Messina (Carmelo), Irene Ferlise (Matteo) of Canicatti, Sicily, Clelia Pizzolato (Joseph deceased), Joseph Bellavia (Adriana) and brother-in-law of Richard Hart. He will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins in Canada and Sicily. Dino emigrated to Canada in 1951 from Canicatti, Sicily and made a beautiful life for his family, Dino was a loyal employee of Canada Pipe for 34 years where he served as USWA Local 8233 Union President for 16 years. He was a well-known and talented musician in the community for 50 years and an active member of the Sons of Italy for I5 years. He will be sadly missed by many friends and fellow musicians. Messages of condolence are welcome at friscolanti.com. Visitation at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) Saturday 5-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Vigil prayers Sunday at 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial to be offered at St. Margaret Mary Church on Monday at 10:30 a.m. with interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dino's memory to McMaster Children's Hospital would be greatly appreciated. "His passion for music and life will live on in the lives of his children and grandchildren forever" Riposa in Pace
Andrea Lynn Ammerata
August 26, 1975 - October 05, 2005
After a courageous battle with Cystic Fibrosis, with her family by her side, we sadly announce the passing of Andrea Lynn Ammerata on Wednesday October 5, 2005 in her 31st year. Much loved daughter of Diana De Angelis and Alfred Ammerata. Cherished sister of Nicole De Angelis. Cherished lovingly by her fiancé Michael Di Stefano. Dear granddaughter of Eugene and Severina Bortolanza, and Ida Ammerata. She will be sadly missed by her many relatives and friends. The family wishes to extend thanks to everyone who gave compassionate care to Andrea, with special thanks to Dr. Tullis, Dr. Chaparro and all the staff at St. Michael’s Hospital and Toronto General Hospital for their caring ways. Visitation at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James Street) Friday 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. Vigil Prayers Friday at 8:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Patrick’s Church on Saturday October 8 2005 at 10 a.m. Interment Our Lady Of the Angels Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations to the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation would be appreciated. “Our Princess is tap dancing in Heaven with the angels.”
