Luigi Napoletano

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Luigi (Gigi) Napoletano. He was a remarkable husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. His family will grieve his great loss and will always remember him with love and fondness.

Luigi was born on September 10, 1930, in Calorei, Cosenza, Italy. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on December 26, 2024, at the age of 94.

He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his devoted wife of 65 years, Maria; his son Alfonso and daughter Maria Luisa (Joe) Cutri; grandson Gino Cutri and granddaughter Caterina (Joseph) Gabriele. As well as, his sister Rita Bruno, brothers Daniele and Franco; sisters-in-law Concetta Padovano, Pina Mauro, Vittoria (Ferdinando) Colavecchio, Loreta Gallo and Linda Gallo, along with many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

As the eldest of five children, he was predeceased by his parents Alfonso and Maria Luisa and brother Giovanni.

He was also predeceased by his parents in-law Giuseppe and Teresa Gallo; brothers in-law and sisters in-law Giovanni Bruno, Pierina Napoletano, Pia Napoletano, Antonio and Francesca Gallo, Carmela and Carmine Sorace, Teresa and Pietro Anania, Giuseppe Padovano, Alfonso Gallo, Carlo Gallo, Vittorio Mauro, and Pietro Gallo.

Luigi valued his family and a healthy lifestyle. You could always find him in his garden, making wine, playing cards, watching sports, or out walking. Although this was how he passed the time, nothing compared to how he supported and cared for his family. He devoted his time to loving and providing for his wife and children. As his family grew, his pride and joy became his grandchildren. He never failed to watch any of their soccer, hockey, tennis, or baseball games. Luigi also had a front row seat to every dance recital and musical performance. The pride his family brought him was infectious. We will always remember his bright smile, sense of humor and radiating confidence. It is without a doubt that he will be remembered for being a respectful, generous, and hardworking gentleman. Luigi was not only a warm and welcoming man, but a trusted confidant to both his family and friends and was always ready to lend a hand to anyone in need. His legacy will live on forever in our homes and in our hearts.

Prayers will be offered at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Our Lady of Sorrows Church 555 S. Slocan St., Vancouver, BC where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.

Entombment will be held at 1:00 pm at Ocean View Burial Park (The Abbey Mausoleum), 4000 Imperial Street, Burnaby, BC.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lymphoma Canada.