Lorenzo Di Francesco

With heavy hearts we say goodbye to our beloved papa, Nonno, zio. Born in Serradifalco, Italy on August 9, 1928 and passed on October 10, 2011 with his family at his side. Lorenzo came to Canada as a young man first landing by ship in New York and then making his way to Vancouver where he settled to raise his family. He leaves behind his adoring wife of 57 years Gaetana; children Lillo (Aphrodite), Concetta (Kenneth), Leonardo (Patrizia); his cherished grandchildren, Daniela, twins Rachel and Samantha, Michaela, Matteo, Alessia and Lorenzo; his brother and sister in-law, Gaetano and Carmela Scamacca and Gioacchino Territo along with other relatives, nieces and nephews in Italy and Canada. Hardworking strong and gentle, Nonno had a generous spirit and devoted much of his time to his family. He loved gardening, especially his tomatoes, but mostly he loved his wife. All will miss him. We would like to thank the staff at VGH and Brock Farhni for all their help and compassion. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, October 15, 2011 at 10:00am at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 2025 Napier St. Vancouver. Entombment to follow at Ocean View Burial Park, South Mausoleum Burnaby, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations to Opportunities for the Disabled are welcome. Condolences can be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com. We ask, in the spirit of Nonno, that you tell your family how much you love them. 'Vai con dio'