Born in Branca, Perugia, Italy on February 18, 1928. Passed away peacefully on July 31, 2014 in Vancouver surrounded by loving family. Predeceased by his parents, Marianna and Luciano; brothers Alvara and Ezio and sister Nadia. Survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Luciana; sister Romana; children Paolo (Barb), Norma and Carla; grandchildren Andrea (David), David and Nicholas (Sabriena); great-grandchild Bianca and numerous relatives and friends in Canada and Italy. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, August 8, 2014 at 11 am at Corpus Christi Parish, 6350 Nanaimo Street, Vancouver with entombment and reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly request donations be sent to The Kidney Foundation of Canada or Alzheimer Society of BC.