Roberto Di Tosto

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Roberto Di Tosto on December 21, 2024 at the age of 87 years. Roberto is survived by his wife Anna, his children, John (Carol), Floriana (Yves) and his brother Pietro. He was a loving grandfather to both Lucas and Lorena. Roberto was predeceased by brothers Dino and Felice, and sisters Matilde and Lucia. In lieu of flowers, donations in Roberto's memory can be made to Crossroads Hospice Society in Port Moody.

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Roberto was born on October 30, 1937, in Bagnoli Del Trigno, Italy, where he lived hard times through the Second World War. He met the love of his life and beloved wife, Anna, of 67 years. From his early years, Roberto knew the importance of family, integrity and hard work which helped him overcome all obstacles, accounting for his strong will, unwavering determination, and love and support of family and community. In the 1960’s, the family moved from Bagnoli to Legnano/Milano, in northern Italy. In 1976 the family relocated to Canada and settled in Burnaby. Roberto again started with very little, but with hard work, determination, and his family by his side, he created a wonderful life in Canada. He was very proud of “Roberto Meat Market”, the business he founded in 1980. Roberto was a founding member of the Italian Cultural Centre, where he volunteered countless hours to the community. In his retirement, Roberto enjoyed spending time with his family, making wine, and travelling abroad, including trips back to his cherished homeland of Italy.

Roberto led a wonderful life, he was loved and respected, and will be greatly missed.

Visitation to be held will on Monday January 6th, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Bell & Burnaby Funeral Chapel.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday January 7th at 11:00 AM from Holy Cross Parish, 1450 Delta Ave., Burnaby BC

Entombment to follow at OCean View Burial Park South Mausoleum.