Giovanni Pagnotta

PAGNOTTA, Giovanni - Passed away peacefully at the F.J. Davey Home, early Sunday morning November 1, 2026, in his 91st year. Husband of the late Amalia Pagnotta (April 15, 2017) having been married for almost 58 years before her passing.

Survived by son, Fernando "Tony" (Anne-Marie) and daughter Lydia Guzzo (Aldo). Loved Nonno of Ashleigh Pagnotta and Joshua Guzzo. His world revolved around his two grandchildren as they were his pride and joy.

Predeceased by parents, Ferdinando and Giuseppina Pagnotta, and in-laws Michele and Carolina Mazzuca. Predeceased by Eugenio Pagnotta (late Angela), Ermelinda Silvano (late Frank), and Carmela (late Gabrielle) Guidoccio. Also predeceased by in-laws Maria Cuglietta (late Giovanni), Settimio Mazzuca and Guido Mazzuca.

Survived by Michele Pagnotta (Franca), Arturo Pagnotta (Ida), Orlando Pagnotta (Maria), Rosetta Fiorelli (Giuseppe) and Egidio Pagnotta (Maria). Also survived by his brother-in-law Mario Mazzuca (Vanda).

He always had a special place in his heart for his many nieces and nephews near and far, including Sault Ste. Marie, Edmonton, Belgium, Italy and France.

We remember and say thank you for much help and support over the years to his special friend Arturo Chiarello (Ida). We also acknowledge and thank his Chestnut Street family.

Dad worked many jobs over the years to provide for his family since immigrating to Canada in 1960. Dad worked 25 years for the City of Sault Ste. Marie. Dad loved working in his garden and sharing the fruits of his labour with family and friends.The last 2 ½ years he resided at the F.J. Davey Home - Driftwood 1 showing his stubbornness and giving grief to his many caregivers! We thank those caregivers for their true patience and professionalism. We would like to acknowledge Dr. Jenkins for his years of care.

As dad requested, a private service for immediate family will be held at Arthur Funeral Home- Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington Street E. 705-759-2522). He will be laid to rest with mom at Holy Sepulchre Mausoleum.

Memorial contributions in his memory to the Sault Area Hospital Foundation, ARCH, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Expressions of sympathy may be offered at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the Pagnotta family.