It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of our husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother. He passed away peacefully at 7:25am in the Rocky View Hospital, Calgary, Alberta. He will be missed greatly by his wife Betty, of 71 years, daughter Gay, son Robin, daughter-in-law Trina, grandchildren, Christopher, Tegan (Brad), Kirstie, Britt and great granddaughter Violet. He also leaves behind to mourn, his brother Enzo (Viola) and family.

He was born in Trail, B.C to mother, Giulia (Furlano) and father, Aristide. His family moved to the Crowsnest Pass A.B where he later met and married Betty on June 19th, 1949. In June of 1959 he moved his family to Winnipeg where he enjoyed many wonderful years with family and friends.

He accepted a position as a long distance semi tractor/trailer driver, however wanting to be home with his family he took a position at Canada Safeway as a meat cutter. He had a great interest in woodworking and attended classes in the evening. He did so well he was asked to teach. He made everything from jewellery boxes to household furniture. He also built a large travel trailer. As a perfectionist, he took great pride in his work. If he built a piece of furniture for one family member, everyone received the same piece. These are things we treasure and will for many more years to come. He was also very helpful to friends and neighbours, always there to pitch in.

He enjoyed hockey, golf, cruises, repairing his vehicles, yard work, camping, anything that would keep him active. He spent numerous hours with his grandson going to his hockey practices and games. He loved all of his grandchildren and was infatuated with his new great granddaughter. He looked forward to his granddaughters visits, as they would always bring him homemade cookies or something sweet to eat. He and Betty also have a dog named Windsor. He and Windsor were inseparable.

In 2000, he and Betty moved back to the Crowsnest Pass (their roots) after he completed an addition to their house. He worked tirelessly to build the addition, which was perfect of course. We were all very proud of his accomplishment. He was reunited with his brother, Enzo once again and they, along with friend Alex Wells, golfed 5 days a week if possible. He also looked forward to meeting Enzo and their friends at the B.I. for coffee at 10:00 a.m. sharp.

Dad, you will be truly missed by those who know and love you. We will meet again.

Cremation has taken place and there will be no service.