Gino Mancini

a friend, and someone special. To family and friends who knew him best,

Gino will be remembered as a very exceptional person.

Gino was born on November 13, 1933 in Ofena, Aquilla, Italy. He was

the son of Antonio and Francesca and a brother to six siblings, Domenic,

Mario, Eda, Dora, Antonette and Nina.

Gino was usually involved in all sorts of activities with his

siblings as they grew up in a close knit family.

They experienced rivalries typical of a growing family, but they shared

many life experiences over the years.

Always considered a "good" friend to those he knew, Gino enjoyed a

broad group of acquaintances and several very close friends during his

lifetime. While growing up his best friend was Carlo D'Orazio and later in

life, he befriended Tony Granchelli, Francesco D'Orazio, Vince D'Orazio and

lifelong neighbour Peter Pettalia.

On August 17, 1957 Gino exchanged wedding vows with Irma Mancini at

St. Veronicas Church in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario and they were blessed

with four children, late Paula, Louie, Richard and Lori. Another blessing

for Gino was the gift of two grandchildren, Alexis and Ethan.

Fortunately, Gino enjoyed what he did for a living. Showing a

strong work ethic, he worked diligently and did his best to succeed in his

career. His primary occupation was a crane operator. He was employed for

35 years at Algoma Steel Corporation. Gino always sought to be a team

player, doing what was necessary in order to get the job done.

Gino enjoyed his leisure time playing cards, riding his bike,

enjoying long walks around the neighbourhood, when he wasn't spending the

day out in his garden. Gino had such a passion for gardening and would

love to share it with family and friends. He was content to enjoy his

favorite pastimes alone but was also happy to spend his interests with

others.

He was a sports fan and enjoyed following his favorite events

whenever he had the chance to do so. Tops on his list were boxing, hockey

and soccer.

Throughout his life, Gino was a doer and was always actively

involved. As his faith was important to him, he remained a loyal member of

the congregation of St. Veronica's Parish for 35 years. Throughout his

later years, Gino was an active member of the Marconi Society.

Gino enjoyed travelling and time away on vacations to visit family

and do some site seeing. It was a chance for him to renew and relax, to

visit new places and experience new things. Favorite vacations included

family vacations to Toronto, Windsor, Detroit, Niagara Falls,and Italy.

When Gino's retirement finally arrived on February 29th, 1992, he

was well prepared. His new life involved staying in Sault Ste. Marie.

Even in retirement, Gino continued to stay in touch with his old friends

while making plenty of new acquaintances. He was active in his new

community and felt fulfilled with the opportunities retirement offered him.

Gino passed away on December 19, 2012 at the FJ Davey Home in Sault Ste.

Marie, Ontario. He had Parkinsons disease and suffered from liver

failure. Services were held at Arthur Funeral Home. Gino was laid to rest

in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Simply stated, Gino was a good and kind person, an individual who

will forever be remembered by his family and friends as being a caring

and giving person, someone who was a vital part of their lives. Gino

leaves behind him a legacy of life-long friendships and many cherished

memories. Everyone whose life he touched will always remember Gino

Mancini.

If I only had, two words left to say to you.

With my last breath I'd *confess* the truth to you.

You've never left my side, even when I fell behind.

Thank-you,

Thank-you for the life you've given me.

Thank-you for sharing all your love and your dreams.

Thank-you for every tear of happiness I've cried.

Thank-you for laying down *beside me here tonight.

When I close my eyes, I say a prayer for one more day with you.

And when I wake, I embrace the one who pulls me through.

Who pulls me through the storm when I can't go on.

Thank-you,

Thank-you for the life you've given me.

Thank-you for sharin' all your love and all your dreams.

Thank-you, for every tear of happiness I've cried.

Thank-you for layin' down *beside me here tonight.

You've never let me down.

Its like you don't know how.

Thank-you,

Thank-you for the life you've given me.

Thank-you, for sharin all your love and your dreams.

Thank-you.

Thank-you.

Heart beats fast

Colors and promises

How to be brave

How can I love when I'm afraid to fall

But watching you stand alone

All of my doubt suddenly goes away somehow

One step closer

I have died everyday waiting for you

Darling don't be afraid I have loved you

For a thousand years

I'll love you for a thousand more

Time stands still

Beauty in all she is

I will be brave

I will not let anything take away

What's standing in front of me

Every breath

Every hour has come to this

One step closer

I have died everyday waiting for you

Darling don't be afraid I have loved you

For a thousand years

I'll love you for a thousand more

And all along I believed I would find you

Time has brought your heart to me

I have loved you for a thousand years

I'll love you for a thousand more

One step closer

One step closer

I have died everyday waiting for you

Darling don't be afraid I have loved you

For a thousand years

I'll love you for a thousand more

And all along I believed I would find you

Time has brought your heart to me

I have loved you for a thousand years

I'll love you for a thousand more

MANCINI, Gino – With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Gino Mancini at the FJ Davey Home on Wednesday, December 19, 2012 in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Irma Mancini. Dear father of Louie, Richard and Lori Harman (Phil). Special grandfather of Alexis and Ethan Mancini. Predeceased by brothers and sisters Eda Giorgi (late Mario), Dominico (late Annie), Dora Candido, Antoinetta D’Orazio (late Enzo), Nina and Mario (late Maria). Brother-in-law of the late Dominic (Mimi)(late Stella), Florence Peri (late John), Enes, late Helen, late Norman Levert, late Mario, late Agnes, late Adolph (Doc) and the late Ann. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A private family gathering will be held at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre. Memorial contributions to the Parkinson’s Society would be greatly appreciated. Special thanks to all his angels on Driftwood 2 and Apple Orchard 2 at the FJ Davey Home. Expressions of sympathy may be offered at www.arthurfuneralhome.com.