Francesco Sita

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Francesco (Ciccio) Sita. Ciccio was born in Mammola, Reggio Calabria and immigrated to Vancouver in 1960 where he pursued his dream of owning his own butcher shop. Ciccio achieved that dream and was the proud owner of Calabria Meat Market for countless years. His generosity and his welcoming manner consistently drew many friends, old and new, to the butcher shop. He will be lovingly remembered by his family: Josie Pellizzarri, Gina Girney (Tony), Luisa Watson (Chris) and his 5 grandchildren Makayla, Isabella, Manning, Siena, and Scarlett. He is predeceased by his parents Vincenzo and Maria and his brothers Domenico and Nicodemo Sita in Mammola. Ciccio will be missed by his sister Rosa Ferraro (Vincenzo) as well as his niece Maria, nephews Domenico (Lisa) and Felice and all his cousins in Vancouver; his two brothers Salvatore (Teresa), Luigi (Maria), many nieces, nephews and cousins in Mammola. Prayers will be offered Thursday, June 14 at 7:00pm at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2025 Napier St. Vancouver where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, June 15 at 10:00am. Entombment to follow at Ocean View Burial Park ' South Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Great Vancouver Food Bank Society. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com