Early 80s, I just moved out into my first 1 bedroom in the West End, somehow, all of a sudden I had Guy and Amer (friend of ours) living with me (where did we fit?!)... we had good times, started the circle-below-the-waist punching game, dancing at the love affair, introduced him to photography... it started a fantastic friendship, the 3 amigos disbanded, but kept in touch sporadically over the years... miss you Guy, you and your electric personality...

Just found out. Will miss your kind words and your soft way. My condolences to your family.

I am saddened to hear about Gaetano's passing.  I had the privelege of meeting him 16 years ago, when he was my photographer performing my first ever model test.  He made me feel at ease in front of his camera lens at only 14 years old...he helped launch my career as a model, and I owe a big thanks to him.  I was lucky enough to work with Gaetano again last year, and it was then I learned that he was much more than just an extraordinary photographer.  Thank you Gaetano.  You are a true inspiration to me.  You touched my life, and  I'm sure the lives of many other models that have worked with you over the years.

I have known Gaetano for over 30 years. We grew up about 5 blocks from each other in East Van. It wasnt until the club days at Pharoahs is when we really began our bond as friends. Gaetano eventually came to work for me at my fitness business called Body Fit Studio. Typical Guy he would come in for the 4:30 class, teach the 5:30 class and then hang out and take a late 7:30 class. Afterwards, Guy would go home,eat ice cream, and dance all night at the Luv Affair. His Mother Anna Maria told me a cute story that she would bake all her biscotti in advance for Christmas and then freeze them. One day Gaetano told her she should start baking again. When Anna Maria opened the freezer she was shocked to see that Gaetano had raided the freezer right down to the crumbs. I can sum up Gaetano's life in one Sentence "La Dolce Vita e La Dolce Gelato. I can close my eyes and listen to a song that Gaetano liked and I can envision him so clearly. Whip it by Devo has Gaetano in Italy taking photos of models, streets, buildings...a new passion has emerged. The The Uncertain Smile has Gaetano wearing his sony headphones strolling around with his walkman eating a pita wrap and having of course a gelato around English Bay Jim Devlin and I found this passage in his Ipad..Wouldnt it be great if we can wake up every morning with the thought that something wonderful is about to happen. Thank you Gaetano for being such an inspiration to all of us and being such a wonderful friend. 
~ Paolo Iacobazzi, Vancouver, British Columbia

Gaetano and I met twenty years ago. From the moment I met him, I knew that I was in the presence of a truly fantastic human being. We remained friends throughout the years..even through both of our comings and goings, we would inevitably run into each other and share our stories of adventures. Gaetano was and will always be a true inspiration to me. I love you my friend and will miss you very much.

I am  so sorry to hear of Gaetano's passing.I knew him in highschool and then in the nineties through work. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.

My deepest love and admiration, Gaetano.  I enjoyed sharing some of life's precious journey with you.  You are my champion.

March 21,2011
In Loving memory of our friend Gaetano
Fasciana who is now walking,living,
unfolding in the light and LOVE of GOD.
Charles and Mary Fasciana
Longwood,Florida U.S.A.

My heart goes out to you Silvia, Jim, Andrew, Shane and Anna. Hold tight to the memories, at first they hurt and in time they will be your comfort. He will always be with you.

My sincere condolences to Sylvia, Jim and family, I also have many fond memories of Guy going back many many years.
Rest in peace, you will be sorely missed by all.

To the Fasciana family, I am so sorry for your loss. I was very sad to hear of Guy's passing. Guy was a sweet sweet man.  I will always remember his smile and his super personality. He was a very talented man and he will be missed.

We are so lucky to have had such a fantastic person in our lives.

I met Gaetano once when he took my headshot photos in Gastown. He was so kind hearted and accommodating. Deepest condolences.

I met this courageous man but once.  However, what a memorable experience it was.  He was the photographer at my daughter's wedding (Carrie Wheeler and her now husband Jaman Lloyd).  We sat together and had fabulous conversa-tion.  His smile was sincere.  He will be saddly missed by all, and remembered graciously.  A remarkable young man too soon gone for his time.
Heartfelt memories.  
Joyce Horton   xo xo xo 
Bowmanville, ON

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Gaetano. I saw him a few months ago sitting simply enjoying life and a cup of coffee. You were my first photographer i ever worked with and simply the best. You were so great to visit me while i battled Cancer that i am so sorry i couldnt have done more to help you with yours. You will be forever missed! 
Love always
Genevieve

My heartfelt condolences to all the family and friends of this extraordinary man. 
Gaetano, your passion for life, beauty, honor and love inspire me.  I am so grateful to have met you so many years ago, then to have shared some time with you again recently. Your dancing energy and intense philosophy made a permanent impression in my heart.
Peace and Love Always,
Cori Ohirko

To the Fasciana Family:`
--Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; love leaves a memory no one can steal.--
My deepest sympathy.

Guy's smile and easy going personality will be sorely missed . I have fond memories of Guy and hope he is now resting in peace. My condolences to his family . Rest in Peace Guy .

I didn't know Guy that well,, but everytime we met,, there was always an instant connection.. we would say hi and have small chats,, but deeper we had high regards for each other,, I will always remember him, his great smile and his love for dancing.
My deepest sympathy to his family and friends
Simona Matassa

My sympathy to the Fasciana family.  Gaetano was someone who always made me smile.  I will always remember him for his love of life and how he could turn his body into a rubber band when he danced!  You will be missed Gae!

I remember Gaetano as being a warm and friendly guy,a gentleman in every sense of the word.. Gone way too soon. Condolences to Anna Maria and family. Peter Scott

Anna Maria, Sylvia and family.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Leslie, Gerry and Brock

I knew Guy from Templeton, going our own ways, 30 years later I was Chef @ a restaurant in Yaletown when a special request came from a customer with dietary restrictions, it was Guy. We sat and talked with the same ease we talked in the halls in High School as if we had just graduated two weeks ago. Guy was a very special human being, my sincere condolences to his family.

Gaetano, Thank you for the warm hug in August so sad that it was our last.
You have blessed me in so many ways through the years, your warm encouragement, your passion for everything in your path, the depth in your heart and your desire for more and your willingness and enthusiasm to share it all. I'll miss our chats and especially your spirit that shone through your smile gone way to soon.

Deepest condolenses to the Fasciana family. He was an awesome photographer! He was so kind to take our pictures for our photo shoots at Blanche MacDonald hair academy. The world had lost a great man and a incredible talent. Thank you Gaetano for being so kind. May you now rest in peace.

Your love, light, and laughter will always be with us. We love you so much and miss you even more. 
~ Carrie & Jaman xoxo

I knew Gaetano many years ago, in the Luv Affair eighties... an amazing guy.  So sad to hear of his passing.  Will treasure his photos of my wedding even more.

My condolences to everyone who has worked or meet Gaetano, he will be missed by many, may he rest in peace (RIP)

Gaetano my friend,  I miss those mornings at Starbucks in Gastown where we would get lost in long chats about photography, life and your positive perspective of never being a victim of  this horrible disease. You looked at it as a slight speed bump in your journey.  When some medical people said "there is nothing more we can do"...you replied "yes there is, I am going to keep fighting and live" and you did.  It's time to rest my friend.  I will miss you, our chats, your talent and your spirit.

It is with great sadness to hear of the passing of such a lovely and talented person. My life has been blessed with the pleasure of knowing him. With deepest sympathy...

I used to run into to him at the labs, both of us checking our print/film, saying the quick 'hello' with our minds on our work. He always had a nice thing to say. Very positive person. This is how I will remember him. My deepest condolences to the family.

I first met Gaetano twenty some years ago as I was immersing myself into the fantastic world of photography.  I always saw him as a beacon in the photography world with unwavering vision and true conviction to his art.  
Over the last number of years his strength, courage and positive nature defined a different side of Gaetano.   To me he also became a beacon to the strength of the human spirit.  
Gaetano, to all of us whose lives you’ve touched you will be sadly missed.  Thank you for showing us all the qualities which made you such a great person.

Thank you Gaetano for sharing part of your life and talent with me.  I am sorry it has been years since I saw you but I will always remember your great spirit and amazing ability to keep me calm and organized.  I loved working with you - the best photographer I have ever been blessed to work with and a great friend at the same time.  You will always be in my heart.  The world is a better place because of you.  Rest now.  Your work is done.  Love and Light to Gaetano's family, thank you for sharing him with us.

My deepest condolences to Gaetano's family.  Gaetono, I will always remember your smile and the warmth that you brought whenever you entered a room. I will remember you fondly. May your angel wings watch over your family.

Start the music. Cue the followspot. Heaven will never be the same.  We found Guy dancing in a Vancouver club and recruited him and dance partner Brad Wray on the spot.  A ragtag band of wanna-be models and dancers who loved to perform, Knew York Productions played all the hot club venues and Guy and Brad never failed to dazzle.  Atomic energy, sheer joy and a smile that lit up the world....that was Guy. Beautiful boy, your memory is forever etched into our hearts.  Dance on....

After briefly reconnecting with Gaetano about a year ago and just hearing of his passing yesterday I've felt a profound sense of loss and wish I had stayed more connected.  When we spoke a year ago I sensed a certain peace and acceptance in his demeanor but he was always so zen even in the early days. 

I'm sad that such an amazing soul was taken from us so soon but I'm so grateful that we all experienced days on this earth with him. 

Thank you my friend for making me look so much better in pictures and thank you for all of the laughs. I look forward to seeing you again on the other side and hope you're there snapping pictures as we all come through to join you.

My deepest condolences to Gaetano's family.  I am really sorry for their loss.  

It has been a long time since I've seen him - the last time was on the streets of downtown Vancouver before I moved to Seattle.  He was such a big part of my late teenage years.  I was with him when he started photography, and bought him his first light meter!

I'm glad to learn that he has had a happy life, and regret that it is already over.

Ciao, Gaetano.  

 Jonna Butz (Semke), Seattle WA

Gaetano's love for life and the arts, his creativity and gift of laughter will always stay in my heart. My sympathies and love to his family. Heaven's beauty will be your comfort knowing that some day we shall all see each other again. xo Tracy , Toronto Ontario

We met Guy at Templeton , he was the senior high schooler and we were just in as the newcomer having emigrated to Canada in the year of 1979. We thought right away that Guy was different than everyone especially in that era. He was ahead of his time.
He distincted himself especially in fashion and art. We ran into him other times as we were growing up in Vancouver , especially in the 
nightclub scene, we looked up to him many time for his innovative dancing moves. He will surely be missed.
Our condolances go to the family.
Remembering you Guy.
Anna Matassa

I remember Guy the first time me and my sister were welcomed to Templeton school back in 1979. We just emigrated from Italy, Guy was there being few years older than us and we were struck as he was very different from everyone. We thought in our young age he was very cool.After the school years later we would run into him at some disco and nightclubs known at the time. We always liked the way he danced and sometimes he was like an idol to us. he will always be the person who made us feel very welcomed and I will always remember him with a big bright smile on his face. He will be surely missed.
Our condolances to the family .
Remembering you

My love, your smile and spirit have always  remained with all of us whose lives you touched.   We are all blessed dear sweet friend.

I'm overwhelmed by the news of your passing.  So many years have gone by since we last spoke yet in many ways it feels like yesterday.  You are so much part of my 20's and a chapter in my life that remains so vivid!  I pray that this next journey for you is a peaceful one.  God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Forever your friend,

I cannot remember a time when Gaetano was not in our lives. We would bump into each other on the streets of Milan during the crazy times in the 80's, then reunite once back in Vancouver. The gentle yet strong way Gaetano moved through the world was such a gift to behold!!
He inspired us all to live our lives as fully as he lived his, and stop at nothing!! We will miss him dearly and send our thoughts to his family and friends. love always from all of us.

Dear Anna,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Holy Spirit guide you and walk with all of you as you say farewell to your precious son.

Ashanti

Gaetano, I am so honoured to have known and loved you.  Your courage, honesty, passion and creativity inspired me more than I can express.  I will forever remember us walking arm in arm, eyes bright with the promises of the days ahead.  So many memories.  My deepest sympathies to Anna Maria and your family and friends who mourn this incredible loss.  May the longtime sun shine upon you, all love surround you and the pure light within you guide your way on.

My condolences to the Fasciano family. Gentle thoughts are with you. Fondest memories from MacDonald Elementary to Home Room Class Templeton High. Ciao dear friend.

I did not know Gaetano very well, but when ever I worked or spoke with him, he was a man true to himself and his art. This is not always an easy thing to do, but that is precisely why I chose to work with him - his vision, his art and his truth.  He will be greatly missed.

 As artists, our goal is to show our creative visions. In some respects exposing the public as to how we see things through our own eyes, our soul.  Gaetano’s images of people and places have taken all of us to beautiful and desired place that seems to be mysterious but familiar. We will continually see his images and remember his talent, but Gaetano will be forever remembered as a fighter with a passion for life.  Our family will remember you.   I look around me and see my family, a sunset, a sunrise and other beautiful things to photograph. I'm saddened that we will no longer see how Gaetano sees the world, but he will forever changed how we see ours.

Gaetano, you will be deepy missed, but forever remembered for your humour, talent, and true lust for life.
xx

I like to remember Gaetano as an artist in the way he lived his life and work. He loved life and people, small wonder his photos  were always filled with curiosity and passion and his own artistic touch. I will also never forget his friendship and the time we spent chatting and walking or just conversing about a myriad of things over a cup. 
I'll miss you, my friend. 
Love Always.
Frank Cassini

Jim, Silvia and Fasciana family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family in loving memory of a wonderful person. Guy, may you rest in peace.
Elena, Joe, Vanessa, and Vince Sacco

Dear Maria….We’ll never forget that wonderful meal at your home with Gae showing off your incredible cooking and what a happy night that was. You and he were the beginning of our love for everything Italian. We and our kids spent many fun times with Gae. He gave so much on a creative and personal level. Just thinking of his smile and hint of a raised eyebrow and sparkle around the eyes reminds us to look at the world with a sense of humor and to not shy away from adventure. He lived many lives in one and made ours better.  All our love to you and your family from ours,

Just feeling like sharing the magic of Gaetano and his Luv-A-Fair with me and many dancing partners in his life... His courage and gift to be in the now, as we watched birds eat crumbs in so many cafes: Paris, Milan, Toronto, LA, English Bay. And we wish to honor how he built such strength in many of us who danced with him...Our daughter Azara was so touched that she was born on his same birthday and that she can keep dancing for him.

To Gaetano's wise words we dance:
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 "Hi Fiona,

 I am feeling and doing great.
I have kept a really low profile and have eliminated a lot
 of the chaos of everyday life and the material world away.

I also have turned away from anything that reminds me of unwellness. Resting in the now.
 I am happy, healthy, and in sync with the universe. I do not speak of dis ease. 
I would love to chat about life and things to do with living.
It is my desire that my friends only see me as well. 
Time to move  forward
> and forward.

It would be nice to see you without any distractions. One on one.

love  Gaetano  "
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NAMASTE:  We shall be sending our blessing from the California coast, to all his friends and family, as we follow his wise words and be 'here in the now'. *Please could a friend email forth some special moments from his day of honor to share with our family. fiona@hmfllc.com

Our most sincere condolences, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Guy - we will miss you deeply, but will never forget your humour, individuality and true lust for life.

Hey Guy, it's been a while. I hear the light up there is amazing. Thanks for shining yours on us while we had you.
XOXO

To the Fasciana Family:
We are so saddened to hear of Gaetano's passing.  Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss.

I met Gaetano 6 weeks ago on Robson he was the photographer at my wedding this was over 10 years ago , Gaetano and I used to do the rounds and dance all night at Love affair way back in the 80's we talked for 3 hours on Robson about very deep spiritual things the impermanence of life and that life was beyond all categorization...I know he has gone to a higher plane ..the conversation he had with me was very profound.He told me he was sick but that he was beyond feeling any pain or regrets.Don't judge,don't get angry,love unconditionally.Thanks for the talk Gaetano.I will be seeing you later in the next existence.

Gaetano.
 It was my great  privilege to sit with you and share a laugh or two. Your feisty spirit and humour were well intact. You fought the good fight. You are an inspiration to all who knew you. You had such great dignity in passing. 
 You remain with us in our hearts and I know you were at peace in passing, this I know from the mischievous glint in your eye that was always there.
 My love to you, and his friends, and family.
Gregory Crow

Thinking of your family and knowing that their lives will never be the say without you here.  I always enjoyed our conversation, emails and your smile Guy would melt my heart - right from elementary school days.  You have fought a hard battle, but now it's time to rest in peace.  Our condolences to all of those who loved you, knew you and were blessed to have you in their lives.



 
I will always remember meeting you on the beach.   I can close my eyes and remember it so clearly.  Your eyes..   You really tuned the whole world out when you listened.    You were engaged in life, passionate and a true talent.      

 As a mother, I am saying a very special prayer for your mother and family while they grieve  for their loss.    You are an angel and I know you are with your family.     

With Love,
Kim Graham, Conan Graham and Olivia Graham

"When someone you love becomes a memory....that memory becomes a treasure". Our prayers are with the Fasciana family...
                      Emily and Dolores

"When someone you love becomes a memory....the memory becomes a treasure". Always in our thoughts and prayers... Emily and Dolores

May your georgeous, vibrant smile grace the home of angels. Will miss you, Dear Friend.

Rest in peace Gaetano, I'll miss you greatly. Thank you so much for your inspiration in both photography and modeling. I'll always look up to you.

DANCE ON TO YOUR MAGIC BEAT- WE SHALL DANCE WITH YOU IN THE NOW AND HEAR YOUR WISDOM IN THE WIND
     .....................................................................
Guy was a 30+ year Luv-A-Fair-What a hero and deep friend to me and to many - As we met in our teens and romanced the world - We froze both our cameras together in Toronto, then juggled Paris, Milan,Tokyo>>To rest back often in the views over Vancouver &  English Bay- The hardest thing I ever had to do was to hold his hand and walk him over for medical tests- I knew his swollen lymph nodes had given us a secret. He said it was a stomach issue from bad sushi-In the magic way he danced, we each had our own beat. We both pursued the 'raw diet angle' and then his lung collapsed- Each time I was just in town for a short visit, there to hold our 'friendship hand'.

His courage was evident, we admired his dancing in all stages. His gifts to keep in the NOW.

My kids have climbed all over him and he has laughed with them. His wise words have kept me on track in life and true to parenting from the heart!

 It is his gift of truth that we can take with us all and hold his hand to dance.

Fiona, Azara, Chandara, James and the 'SPIRIT WIND'

 We shall be camping with the family this weekend on the Malibu coast and blowing our wishes to him and the family  and will be hearing his wise words in the wind! If other old friends wish to re-connect  email us:  fiona@hmfllc.com

Ahhh... we had so many laughs & intense conversations over the years. Our bond started as two British Columbians in the Milan fashion scene. You helped me rip off the veneer & see what lay underneath, artistry, passion, & culture. Firey Gaetano, there are some sparks that never go out. I'll miss your face around town but I'll always see it in my memories. Time to frame those photo's you took of me, it felt too vain to put them up before.

Gaeta!  Oh!  We are blessed to have had you in our lives and are so very thankful for the memories.  You will always be in our hearts.  May your family find strength from each other and your friends.  With love, always.

My condolences to the Fasciana Family. Gaetano you will always remain in our hearts, may you rest in peace.

I met Gaetano 6 weeks ago on Robson he was the photographer at my wedding this was over 10 years ago , Gaetano and I used to do the rounds and dance all night at Love affair way back in the 80's we talked for 3 hours on Robson abut very deep spiritual things the impermanence of life and that life was beyond all categorization...I know he has gone to a higher plane ..the conversation he had with me was very profound.He told me he was sick but that he was beyond feeling any pain or regrets.Don't judge,don't get angry,love unconditionally.Thanks for the talk Gaetano.I will be seeing you later in the next existence.

Prayers for peace and comfort for those who mourn. The world has been blessed by your life and your gorgeous smile. Our loss is heavens gain.

There are no words that can express how sorry we are for your loss.  May you find comfort in his memories as he would have wanted.  May friends and family help you through this time of sorrow.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

I will always remember Guy's beautiful smile, gentle demeanor, his genuine love for Photography and the people he met along the way.

Gaetano was a beautiful person that always shined bright. I remember my first meeting with him and was immediately taken back with his words and his relaxing nature. As I got to know him, I saw the magic he created through his lens and the poignant moments he created and captured.
He truly was an artist not only behind the camera but as he lived his life. He will be missed and always remembered. My deepest condolence's to all that knew him and his family.

God Bless you Guy. It was a long time ago when you and I last spoke. I will always remember our friendship growing up as young boys in east van, our walks home from Templeton high school talking of life we thought was so serious in those young years. I was proud to know you my old friend. May God help your family and help them find love & peace during this sad time. I know Guy you are looking down and proud of the people you touched. Take care and we all will be with you again......Greg.

We will miss you and always remember your beautiful smile . You will be missed and loved for the angel you are in heaven. We will light a candle for you in memory .

Our deepest condolences to Gaetano's family.  He was a great man and will always be remembered for his generosity and his friendship to many, including our son and daughter-in-law.  We will always remember him for the beautiful moments he captured in their wedding photos.

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

My condolences to the family and friends he has left behind. Going to miss my friend Gaetano and will never forget him. He changed my life for the better.

The world is a little poorer today.
Ciao Gaetano

Guy may you rest in peace. With my deepest sympathy to the family. So sorry for your loss.

My condolences to Gaetano's family and many friends. He was a man of great talent, intelligence, conscience and courage. I miss him, as do so many others.

Sweet,strong,passionate,gentle,kind and wise with a great sense of humour.
Our Gaetano lived life with great "joie de vivre" and creative purpose.
My sympathy and love go to his mother Ana Maria and family and his many friends.

Gaetano you have been an inspiration to me and all my staff at Leo's Camera. God has blessed you I know and may your loved ones you have left behind feel the comfort in knowing you have made a lasting impression on every one you've met. You will be missed but always remembered in our hearts.

I am forever grateful for Gaetano's patience, encouragement and motivation. I shall not soon forget our visit in Italy, it made me feel much, much closer to home, thank you for that. 
My love and affection to your family, you will be sorely missed. xo

Gaetano, You will be greatly missed. Just know, we are all blessed for having known you.
Sincerely,

Knowing Guy has made me a better person.  Love is eternal and I send love to all his families and friends. Will always remember his smile and his postiveness.

OBITUARY

Mr. Gaetano Luca Fasciana

12 August, 1960 – 6 March, 2011

Ocean View Funeral Home & Burial Park

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