VIZZINI, Diego - Peacefully, after a lengthy illness on Monday, January 19, 2004 at Grace Villa Nursing Home, Diego, beloved husband of Anna Vizzini (Baldo) of 52 years. Predeceased by his parents, Calogero and Giuseppa Vizzini, loving brother of Vincenzo (Pina) Vizzini of' Italy; Salvatrice Puglisi and the late Giovanni Puglisi of Burlington, the late Giuseppe Vizzini of Italy and his wife Pina; Carmelina (Giuseppe) Cino of Italy, Satvatore (Maria) Vizzini of Hamilton. Will also be missed by his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, cousins and friends in Hamilton, Burlington, Italy, USA and Belgium. Will be especially missed by his nieces Toni and Mo. A heartfelt thank you to the staff at Grace Villa for all their warm and compassionate care. Visitation at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be offered on Thursday, January 22, 2004 at All Souls Church at 10 a.m. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Vigil Prayers Wednesday 8:30 p.m.
Joseph Bellan, c.s.
January 18, 1919 - January 16, 2004
On Friday, January 16, 2004 at the General Hospital in Hamilton, Father Joseph Bellan, c.s., passed away. Fr. Joseph was born January 18, 1919 in Azergrande (Padova) Italy. Fr. Joseph entered the seminary of the Missionaries of St. Charles/Scalabrinians as a teenager in Bassano del Grappa (Vicenza), Italy and he became a professed member of the religious community on October 4, 1936. Fr. Joseph completed his studies as a seminarian in Italy and he was ordained to the priesthood on September 6, 1942 in Bassano del Grappa, Italy. In time he was sent by his religious community to serve the Italian immigrants in North America. From 1946 – 1985 Fr. Joseph served as associate pastor and pastor of a number of parishes in the United States and he even served for a time being as chaplain of the SS Homeric. In 1985 he came to Hamilton to serve as pastor of the Church of St. Anthony of Padua. While at St. Anthony’s he celebrated his 50th anniversary of priestly ordination in 1992. After stepping down as pastor of St. Anthony in 1992, Fr. Joseph took up residence in All Souls Parish in Hamilton. Even as a retired priest, Fr. Joseph continued to serve the Italian community of Hamilton with love and zeal. He will be sadly missed by the immediate members of his family, his brothers, Mario and Cento, and his sisters Cici, Teresa and numerous nieces and nephews in Italy. He will also be sadly missed by his religious family, the Missionaries of St. Charles/Scalabrinians and by the Italian community of Hamilton which he came to know and love. Fr. Joseph was a spiritual leader who led by example and prayer. The words of the gospel of Matthew eloquently reflect the life of this good and holy priest of God: “Well done good and faithful servant, enter into your Father’s joy.” Visitation will take place at All Souls Church (21 Barton Street West) on Monday, January 19 from 3 to 6 p.m., with evening vespers at 5:00 p.m. and on Tuesday, January 20 from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. The Mass of Resurrection will take place Tuesday, January 20 at 10:00 a.m. (All Souls Church). Committal will take place at 1:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Cemetery (Toronto). Condolences and prayer cards can be sent to All Souls Church. In lieu of flowers, donation in memory of Fr. Joseph can be made for the needy missions and seminaries of the Missionaries of St. Charles/Scalabrinians at All Souls Church.
Jose Luis Casado
October 30, 1930 - January 14, 2004
With great sadness we announce the passing of our husband, father and grandfather, at home, on Wednesday, January 14, 2004, at the age of 73. Loving husband of Albina for 35 years. Beloved father of Emilia and John Beardwood, Louis Michael, and Marysol and Bill Ross. Cherished grandfather of Lucas. Sadly missed by many brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews in Spain. His absence will also be deeply felt by Jaqueline, Uli and Julian. Special thank you to Drs J. Irazuzta and R. Foley. Resting at the FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James), on Thursday, January 15th and Friday, January 16th from 6-9 p.m. Vigil Prayers on Friday at 8 p.m. Funeral Mass will be offered at Our Lady of Lourdes Church on Saturday, January 17th at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at location to be announced. Donations to the Hamilton Regional Cancer Centre would be greatly appreciated by the family.
Elvira DiLeonardo (née D'Angelo)
April 22, 1915 - January 05, 2004
Suddenly but peacefully, at the Hamilton General Hospital on Monday, January 5. 2004 in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Costantino (1966). Dearest mother of Maria Caruso and her husband Corrado, Luisa Detina and her husband Joseph. Adoring Nonna of Joe Caruso (Edite), Dino Caruso (Lorraine), Peter Detina (Sandra), Sandra Szalay (Dave). Elvira was Bis nonna to 8 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her brothers Giorgio, Ernesto, Silivo, Mike and Nicolino. Elvira will be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews in Canada and Italy. FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) Monday 7-9 p.m., Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Vigil Prayers Tuesday at 8 p.m. Funeral Mass Wednesday at 11 a.m. at St. Eugene's Church (Queenston and Parkdale) with entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. 'Always in our hearts."
Gino Lovato
June 08, 1927 - December 25, 2003
Suddenly after a brief illness at the Hamilton General Hospital, on Thursday December 25th, 2003 in his 77th year. Beloved husband of 51 years to Caterina. Dearest father to Gina Lovato, Anna Lovato, Walter Lovato and his wife Tricia, Claudia Povilauskas and her husband Ray. Adoring Nonno of Evan (Stephanie), Corey, Brennen, Briana and Amanda, and Bisnonno of Tyla. Gino will be sadly missed by many relatives in Italy. Gino was a retired employee of Stelco. Visitation at the FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL 43 Barton St. East (Near James) Saturday 7-9 pm. And Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Vigil prayers Sunday at 8 pm. Funeral Mass Monday 11:30 am at All Souls Church with interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery (Burlington). Donations in Gino's name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated. "Always loved and will be sadly missed"
Antonio "Tony" Baccega
It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Tony peacefully at home in his 75th year surrounded by his family on Tuesday, December 23, 2003. Beloved husband of Andreana. Cherished father of Angela and Frank Garofalo, Vito and Maxime, Claudio and Isabel. Daniel and Michelle will greatly miss their loving Nonno. Beloved brother and brother-In-law of Giovanni and Fernanda Baccega; Lucia and the late Giuseppe Dalla of Hamilton; Gino and the late Gina Baccega, Armida and Nazzareno Trentin, the late Mario and Nella Baccega, the late Giuseppe and Gina Baccega, and the late Maria and Claudio Franci, all of Italy, Cilia and the late Falice Verticchio, the late Placido and Nara Baccega from Argentina. Brother-In-law of Rosa and the late Pasquale Buglione, Matilde (late) and Antonio lovio, Sabatino, (Late) and Rachela lovino. Bruno and Rosabella lovino, all of Italy. Zio Tony will be missed by many nieces and nephews.
Tony was a loyal employee of the H.S.R. for 21 years. Tony was known as the “Chief” to his family, many friends, as well as the poker gang. Antordo was a kind and loving man who's example will live on forever in his children and grandchdren. He lived life fully and he enjoyed the company of others. Special thanks to the nursing staff of 8 South at the Hamilton General Hospital., The Hamilton Community Care Access Centre, the Victorian Order of Nurses, Dr. Anthony T. Kerrigan, and Dr. Michael Pray. Visitation at FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton Street East (near James) on Saturday, December 27 from 6-9 p.m. and Sunday, December 28 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with Vigil Prayers at 8:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be offered at All Souls Church on Monday, December 29, 2003 at 9:30 a.m. Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.
Joyce Innocente (née Giavedoni)
Peacefully and in the arms of her loving husband on Saturday, December 20, 2003 at the age of 70. Beloved wife and best friend for 49 years to Gino (Chief). Loving mother and mother-in-law to Paula and David Brunetti and Paul Innocente. Cherished and much loved nonna to Michael and Daniel Brunetti. Predeceased by her parents Enrico and Maria Giavedoni. Dear sister and sister-in-law to the late Angelo and the late Pam Giavedoni, Louise Giavedoni, Bianca and the late Nino Craboledda of Hamilton. Dear sister-in-law to Jean and the late Ken Mickus, Eole and Jim Power and Ann and Wayne Marshall of Guelph. Will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the St. Peter's Hospital Ward 2 West staff and to the Henderson Hospital Ward 395 Nurses and Doctors for their excellent care and compassion. Visitation at the Friscolanti Funeral Chapel Ltd., 43 Barton Street East on Monday from 2-9 p.m. The vigil prayers will be on Monday at 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be at St. Francis Xavier Parish in Stoney Creek on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Antonino Italiano
October 28, 1932 - September 10, 2003
Suddenly at his residence on Wednesday, September 10, 2003 in his 71st year. Beloved husband of Pasqualina. Dear father and father-in-law of Frank and Marlow Italiano, Joe Italiano, Grace and Oreste Fede. Adoring Nonno of Anthony, Selina, Tianna, Alisa, Anthony, Leah, Carlo and Joshua. Devoted son and son-in-law of the late Francesco and Grazia Italiano, Archangela and the late Giuseppe Italiano. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Joe and Gizelle Italiano, Mary and Tony Ditommaso, Nunzio and Carolyn Italiano, Angela and John Santareill, Josephine and Don Zeller, Pasquale and Filomena Italiano, Pino and Pepina Italiano, Michele and Maria Italiano, Lisa and the late Yoli Brancati, Marianna and the late Francesco Farrone. Antonino, will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Antonino was a retired employee of Stelco.
Visitation at the FRISCOLANTI FUNERAL CHAPEL, 43 Barton St. East (near James) Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Vigil Prayers Sunday at 8:30 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Patrick’s Church on Monday at 10 a.m. with interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association in Antonino’s memory would be greatly appreciated.
