With heavy hearts and profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and nonno. Survived by his loving and devoted wife Eva of 69 years. Children Anna (Victor), Maria, Elda (Romeo), Laura (Peter), Giovanni (Patricia), 8 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and extended family. Viewing will be on Wednesday October 2nd 2019 between 7-9 pm at Bell Funeral Chapel, 4276 Hastings St., Burnaby. Funeral Service on Thursday October 3rd 2019 at 1:00 pm at Saint Francis of Assisi Parish, 2025 Napier St., Vancouver. Interment to follow at 2:45 pm Ocean View Abbey. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.