Anthony "Nino" Facciolo

• Growing up as the eldest of 3 daughters, my dad was strict with me. By the time Rita entered the world he mellowed and she got away with murder!

• My father was an emotional man and I remember my mom always telling him “to stop his crying”. My mom, my sisters and I spent the summer of 1965 in Italy. My dad cried everyday for 2 months.

• He loved the month of October...hunting season. We would wait for his return to see if he caught anything.

• Our life changed in 1972 when my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. He thought his life would fall apart. She struggled for years in and out of remission. Throughout these years we continued with our lives normally enjoying all our milestones. Dad retired September 1, 1986. Mother's battle ended July 20, 1989.

• He met Shirley in 1990 and she brought loving companionship to his life for the next 20 years.

My father was a kind, generous and caring man. He was full of life and always had a funny story to tell with such expression. Throughout my life I always remember how he always treated everyone with respect regardless of age and to this day I continue with this philosophy. He was proud of his successful daughters and most especially proud of his grandchildren. His eyes would light up at the mention of his great grandson. You have taught me several things but the one I cherish most is the importance of family!

Dad, we will grant your wish to be happy, love each other and support each other every day!

You have been reunited in Heaven with our mother and a part of each of you remains in my heart forever.

Marisa

Think of the joy he left behind-

of his cheerful smile and laughter,

think of his kind words and deeds

that will live forever after.

Think of all these wonderful things,

and even though he's gone,

within our heart and memory,

our father will live on.

The man, the legend, NINO F

SauvÈ, debonair, and sharp dresser are words that definitely describe our Nonno, not to mention he never had a hair out of place. And whatever you do, never touch the do

Our Nonno is the coolest man that walked the earth. He was extremely funny, without even knowing he was funny. Aaron idolized him. If you have ever spent an hour with Aaron you probably heard a story or two about infamous Nonno.

He was definitely young at heart. He actually celebrated his 65th birthday 22 times. He would tell us every year that he was 65. He was a social butterfly, and knew how to have a good time. Ringing in 2011, all the grandkids were in bed asleep by 1, while our Nonno strolls in at 5:00 am from a night full of dance in the freshest suit imaginable, with not a hair out of place.

When we were younger, he would lay out a blanket on the tile floor in front of the shag carpet for us to have our snacks. Everyone knows you can’t eat or drink in the living room, with one expectation Nonno’s wine was definitely allowed in the living room. There were unwritten rules at Nonno’s house, never call or talk to him when soccer was on, and if Italy happened to lose you should give him a few days and never mention the game. “ HOLY JEEZEEE” MANAG! was one of his favorite expressions to yell at he TV.

Visiting Nonno was always a treat,. He always was giving us something. Whether it be a shirt from the casino, salami, a huge brick of cheese that stunk up Aaron’s truck or the lucky rabbits feet. Weird….we always got 4. Every time you visited Nonno you would always have to go to the basement to sneak from the good old stash of stale Halloween candy. It never failed, the middle of June or January there was always “OH Henry” bars down there. Odd, they always tasted great. The basement was also were you could find endless rolls of toilet paper and paper towels.

Nonno gave the greatest dating advice to Aaron. He advised Aaron that “you should be more like your Nonno” implying that Aaron should date younger woman. When Krista asked for his sauce recipe, and he responded with “I tell you what you need to do…..

you go to the Pino’s and get a nice jar, and it say RA-----GOO.

Family dinners are going to be different. Who is going to bring the massive loaf of bread? (Which he was known to get it fresh in the morning by telling a little white lie, that he had to go pick his daughter up at the airport) Or who’s going to bring the home made vino you have to cut with 7-up so you wouldn’t get drunk before dinner. Krista couldn’t even handle that. She would just sniff the cap and get a buzz. Who’s going to drink their coffee with whiskey? How are we going to know when the chestnuts are ready? “NOW WHAT ARE WE SUPPOSE TO DO-IE?”

We will always tell Nonno stories.

Our Nonno personified enjoying life. He celebrated his life every single day. His smile was genuine. His interest in all of our lives is one that carried on throughout the years. The love he had for everyone in this room was immeasurable. And that charismatic charm will live on forever.

Although we have grieved and cried, wanting him back with us, enjoying just one more Nonno story. We know that he is home now. He is shining down from heaven, making sure that we know when to step back in life and take a moment to enjoy ourselves. His was a life well-lived. We’ll miss you forever. Until me we again in the clouds. Love always

Nonno’s Kristolee, Sheriff, Meddichin, Zachalee

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FACCIOLO, Anthony (Nino) – Passed away surrounded by his family at the Sault Area Hospital on Wednesday, September 21, 2011. Beloved husband of the late Josephine. Devoted loving companion of Shirley Weese. Loving father of Marisa King (John), Silvana (Tony Battista) and Rita Braido (Rob Tadashore). Proud nonno of Krista King Bennett (Bo), Aaron King, Maddison Braido and Zachary Tadashore. Adored great nonno of Cayden Bennett. Special papa of Ethan and BJ Bennett. Brother of the late Carmela, late Nicolino, Mimmo and Vicenzino all of Italy. Brother of Bettina of France and Vicenzina of Argentina. Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews. Special friend of Shirley’s children: Leslie & Marc Bernatchez, Cathy & Harry Endrulat, Vince & Sherrey Weese and their families. Family and friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Sunday, September 25, 2011 from 6-9 pm. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Monday, September 26, 2011 at 11 am. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the Sault Area Hospital would be appreciated by the family.