Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on September 17th, 2016 with his loving family by his side. Predeceased by his loving wife Rosi. Loving father of Susie and Leo Baldassarre and Ralph and Ann Mischlich. Beloved Opa of Melissa and Christopher and great grandfather to Sienna and Mya. He will be sadly missed by Nichole and Justin. Survived by brother Oswald, sister Karin and their families, by sisters-in-law Anni and Hilde, brother-in-law Jakob and their families. Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Wednesday, September 21st, from 10:00 a.m. until time of Celebration of Life in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Memorial donations will be gratefully accepted for Heart & Stroke Foundation or charity of your choice.