Bereavements

Roger Bereza

We regret to announce the death of Roger Bereza on Monday, May 5, 2025.  Roger was a retired secondary teacher with the HWCDSB.  Roger was the father of Janie (Bereza) Cannon, Principal, St. Augustine C.E.S. and Tom Bereza, Teacher, St. Jean de Brebeuf C.S.S.  Roger was the father in law of Justin Cannon, Teacher at Bishop Ryan C.S.S., brother of Kathryn McHarge, retired teacher and Christian Service Animator, HWCDSB and the Uncle of Laura Bereza, Teacher, St. Jean de Brebeuf C.S.S.  Visitation will be held at Bay Gardens Funeral Home, 947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton on Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 6-9 pm.   A funeral mass will be held at St. Margaret Mary Parish, 20 Idlewood Avenue, Hamilton on Friday, May 9th, 2025 at 10 am.  Interment to follow at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Stoney Creek.  In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be greatly appreciated by the family.

 

Patricia Greaves 

We regret to announce the death of Patricia Greaves on April 13, 2025.  Patricia was the mother of Jacqueline Holmes, Designated Early Childhood Educator at St. Bernadette C.E.S.  Visitation will take place at The Giffen-Mack Funeral Home, 2570 Danforth Ave., (Main & Danforth) Toronto on Saturday April 26, from 2pm to 5pm. A Prayer Service celebrating Patricia will be held at the Giffen Mack Chapel on Sunday April 27 at 2pm. Interment will take place at a later date with family only.  Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation and Hospital for Sick Children in lieu of flowers would be appreciated.         

Barbara Sferrazza

We regret to announce the death of Barbara Sferrazza on April 13, 2025.  Barbara was the mother of Marianna Freeborn, Educational Assistant at Cathedral High School.  Cremation has already taken place.  A private family celebration will be held a later date.        

Marcelo Kresina

We regret to announce the death of Marcelo Kresina.  Marcelo was the brother of Linda Prpic, Occasional Teacher.  A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 63 Highway 20 East, Stoney Creek.  Family will receive friends at the church at 10:00 am with mass to follow at 10:30 am.  Burial will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Burlington.

Katherine McGreal

We regret to announce the death of Katherine McGreal on Thursday, April 10, 2025.  Katherine was the mother of Debbie McGreal-Dinning, Manager of Media & Communications at the Father Kennedy Catholic Education Center.  Katherine will be laid to rest in a private ceremony. 
In her memory, donations to the Animal Adoptions of Flamborough would be greatly appreciated by the family. 

 

Samuel "Sam" Gaetano Marchese

We regret to announce the death of Samuel “Sam” Gaetano Marchese on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.  Samuel was the father of Samuel Marchese, Custodian at St. Charles Main Adult Education Center and the husband of Frances Marchese, retired Assessment Clerk at the Father Kennedy Catholic Education Center.  Samuel was a retired custodian with the Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board.  Visitation will take place on Sunday April 6, 2025 at Bay Gardens Funeral Home, 1010 Botanical Drive, Burlington from 1-5 pm.  A chapel service will be held on Monday, April 7, 2025 at Bay Gardens Funeral Home, 1010 Botanical Drive, Burlington at 10:00 am.  Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery in Burlington.      

Lynn Diane Mercanti

We regret to announce the death of Lynn Diane Mercanti on Saturday, March 15, 2025.  Lynn was the sister of Patrick Mercanti, Custodian at St. Charles Mountain and Debbie Pollice, retired Human Resources Manager.  Lynn was the aunt of Diana Khouri, Occasional Teacher, Katie Mastroluisi-Dunn, Teacher at St. Michael C.E.S., Andrea Pede, Teacher at St. Margaret Mary C.E.S. and Leah Williams, Teacher at St. Bernadette C.E.S.  A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Knox Presbyterian Church, 8015 Highway 89, Mount Forest, Ontario from 12:00 – 12:45 pm.  

Alfonso DeLuca

We regret to announce the death of Alfonso DeLuca on Sunday March 16, 2025.  Alfonso was the father of Laura Fortino, Teacher at Corpus Christi C.E.S. and St. James the Apostle C.E.S.  Visitation will take place on Sunday March 23, 2025 at Bay Gardens Funeral Home, 947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton from 4-8 pm.  The funeral mass will be held on Monday, March 24, 2025 at St. Margaret Mary Church, 20 Idlewood Avenue, Hamilton at 10:30 am.  Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Burlington.      

 

John Craig McGauchie

We regret to announce the death of John Craig McGauchie on Sunday, March 2, 2025.  John was the father of Kathy Wasylenky, Teacher at St. Eugene C.E.S. and the husband of retired Vice-Principal Joan McGauchie.  John was also the grandfather of Kaitlyn Wasylenky, DECE at St. Thomas the Apostle C.E.S.  A memorial service will be held at Cresmount Funeral Home, 322 Fennell Avenue East, Hamilton on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 11:00 am.  

Gaston Desloges

We regret to announce the death of Gaston Desloges on Friday, January 10, 2025.  Gaston was the father of Jodie Kremble, Special Education Resource Teacher at St. Thomas the Apostle C.E.S.    Cremation has taken place.  A celebration of life will be held in Northern Ontario in the summer.

Tamara Holadyk-Nardini

We regret to announce the death of Tamara Holadyk-Nardini on January 8, 2025.  Tamara was a Teacher at Bishop Ryan CSS.  Tamara was the wife of Alex Nardini, Teacher at Bishop Ryan CSS.  She was the daughter of Zenon Holadyk, retired Elementary Principal and Mary Holadyk, retired Educational Assistant and International Language instructor.  She was the sister of Oksana Holadyk, Teacher at St. Charles Continuing Education Centre.  She was the daughter-in-law of Mary Nardini, Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board Trustee and sister in-law of Ashley Castiglione, Elementary Resource Teacher at Corpus Christi CES and Sam Castiglione, Educational Assistant at St. David CES.  Visitation will be held at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel, 43 Barton Street East, Hamilton on Sunday, January 12, 2025 from 5-8 pm and Monday January 13, 2025 from 2-4 pm and 6-8:30 pm.  Panachyda on Monday, January 13, 2025 at 8 pm.  A funeral mass will take place at Holy Spirit Ukrainian Catholic Church, 15 Olga Street (at Barton St. E), Hamilton on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10 am.  Interment to follow at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Stoney Creek.          

Mary Begin

We regret to announce the death of Mary Begin on Monday, January 6, 2025.  Mary was the mother of Joel Begin, Teacher Librarian at St. Michael, St. Bernadette and St. Ann Hamilton C.E.S.  She was also the mother in-law of Rosa Ribaudo, Teacher at St. Patrick C.E.S.  Cremation has taken place.  A special mass of intention will be held at Our Lady of Vietnam Parish (Holy Family parish) on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 9:00 am.  A Celebration of Life service will be held in the spring. 

Fausto Ramelli

We regret to announce the death of Fausto Ramelli on Sunday, January 5, 2025.  Fausto was the father of Vince Ramelli, Manager of Real Estate, Community Partnerships and Transportation.  He was also the grandfather of Erica Ramelli, Long Term Occasional Teacher at Bishop Tonnos CSS and Daniela Ramelli, Occasional Teacher.  Visitation will take place on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Bay Gardens Funeral Home, 947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton, from 3-5 pm and 6-8 pm.  The funeral mass will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at St. Luke Roman Catholic Church, 200 Mount Albion Road at 10:00 am.  Entombment to follow at Our Lady of Angels Catholic Cemetery, 681 Mud St. East.  Memorial donations to the ALS Society of Canada would be appreciated by the family.    


Henry Stachurski

We regret to announce the death of Henry Stachurski on December 23, 2024. Henry was the Co-Instructional Department Head at St. John Henry Newman Catholic Secondary School.  He was also the father of Cayley Shaw-Linger, LTO Teacher at St. John Henry Newman CSS and brother of Rose Wegiel, Teacher at St. Ann (Hamilton) CES.  Visitation will take place on Friday, December 27, 2024 from 12-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., at Donald V. Brown Funeral Home, 36 Lake Avenue Drive, Stoney Creek. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, December 28, at 10:00 a.m., at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 934 Highway 8, Stoney Creek, followed by interment at Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer Assistance Program or Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice.

Notes of sympathy and condolence may be let at www.donaldvbrown.ca

 

Gilles Emile Paulin

We regret to announce the death of Gilles Emile Paulin on December 18, 2024. Gilles was the father of Shari Paulin Young, DECE at Sacred Heart of Jesus CES. Visitation will take place on Sunday December 22, 2024 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., at Bay Gardens Funeral Home 947 Rymal Rd. East, Hamilton Ontario. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, 620 Rymal Rd East, on Monday, December 23rd, 2024, at 12:30 p.m., with Entombment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, 254 Garner Rd West, Ancaster.

 

Adele (Lina) Bombardieri
We regret to announce the death of Adele (Lina) Bombardieri on December 17, 2024. Adele (Lina) was the mother of Bruno Bombardieri, Teacher at Bishop Tonnos CSS. Visitation will take place on Friday, December 20, 2024 from 3-8 p.m., at Bay Gardens Funeral Home 947 Rymal Rd. East, Hamilton Ontario. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, December 21, at 10 a.m., at St. Anthony of Padua, located at 165 Prospect St. North, in Hamilton. Burial to take place at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Cemetery, located in Stoney Creek. Donations may be made to helping the Heart and Stroke, located on the Bay Gardens Donation Page. 

 


Arthur Ecker

We regret to announce the death of Arthur Ecker on Saturday, December 7, 2024.  Arthur was the brother of Deborah Casuccio, Clerk Typist at St. John Henry Newman C.S.S. 

A celebration of life will be held in the spring.

In memoriam donations can be made to Moog & Friends Hospice House.

Renzo Mario Bartolomeo

We regret to announce the death of Renzo Mario Bartolomeo on Thursday November 28th, 2024. Renzo Mario was the father of Gemma Malatesta Bartolomeo, Educational Assistant at St. John Paul II CES and Christopher Bartolomeo, teacher St. John Henry Newman CSS.  Visitation will take place on Monday, December 2nd, 2024 at Bay Gardens Funeral Home 947 Rymal Rd. East, Hamilton Ontario from 4-8pm. The funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, December 3rd at 11am at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 20 Idlewood Ave., Hamilton, Ontario.   In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family. 

 

 

Timothy Richard O'Mara

We regret to announce the death of Timothy Richard O’Mara on Tuesday November 26, 2024. Timothy Richard was the father of Kathleen Thompson, Chaplaincy Leader at Bishop Ryan C.S.S.  Visitation will take place on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at St. Julia Roman Catholic Church, 251 Glenridge Avenue, St. Catharines, Ontario from 10-11am. The funeral mass will be held on Saturday November 30th at 11am at St. Julia Roman Catholic Church, 251 Glenridge Avenue, St. Catharines. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Society of St Vincent de Paul and/or St Julia Roman Catholic Church would be greatly appreciated by the family. 

 

Nicola Pontillo

We regret to announce the death of Nicola Pontillo on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.  Nicola was the father of Lorenzo Pontillo, Educational Assistant at St. Ann Hamilton C.E.S. and Giuseppe Pontillo, Teacher at Bishop Ryan C.S.S.  Nicola was the father-in law of Brunella Pontillo, Teacher at Holy Name of Mary C.E.S., Rosa Pontillo, Teacher at St. Martin of Tours C.E.S. and the grandfather of Gianluca Pontillo, Occasional teacher.  Visitation will take place on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at Markey-Dermody Funeral Home, 1774 King Street East, Hamilton, from 3-9 pm.  Prayers will be at 6:30 pm.  The funeral mass will be held on Monday, November 25, 2024 at St. Eugene Parish, 232 Queenston Road, Hamilton at 11:00 am.  Entombment to follow at Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery, Stoney Creek.      

Anna Therese Gris
We regret to announce the death of Anna Therese Gris on Monday, November 18, 2024. Anna Therese was the mother of Andrea Gris, Teacher at Our Lady of the Assumption C.E.S. and mother-in law of Sam Musa, Acting Principal at St. Mark C.E.S. Visitation will take place on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Bay Gardens Funeral Home, 947 Rymal Rd., Hamilton from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm. The funeral mass will be held on Friday, November 22, 2024 at St. Ann’s Church, 11 Wilson St., Ancaster at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be greatly appreciated by the family.

 

Rocco Romeo
We regret to announce the death of Rocco Romeo on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Rocco was a Custodian at St. Mary C.S.S. He was the brother of Dominic Romeo, teacher at St. Therese of Lisieux C.E.S. and Theresa Morcone, retired teacher at St. Vincent de Paul C.E.S. Visitation will take place on Monday, November 18th, 2024 at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel, 43 Barton Street, East, Hamilton, from 2-4 pm and 5-8 pm. The funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King, 714 King St. W, Hamilton at 10:00 am.

 

Angelo Crosta
We regret to announce the death of Angelo Crosta.  Angelo was father of Sebastian Crosta , Vice Principal at Bishop Tonnos. Angelo was also a former principal with our board at St. Teresa of Avila, Corpus Christi and St. Michael elementary. Resting at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024 from 3:00pm-8:00pm. Funeral Mass will be offered at St.Anthony of Padua Church on Thursday, October 24th, 2024 at 11:00am. Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

 

Mario Bilich
It is with heavy hearts that we inform you of the passing of Mario Bilich, retired secondary school teacher of 38 years. Mario was the father of Serena Bilich, French teacher at Canadian Martyrs Elementary and Tania Morales, Occasional teacher. The visitation will be held at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel on Thursday October 24, 2024 from 2-4 pm and 5-8 pm. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Anthony's Church on Friday October 25, 2024  at 11:00 am. The interment will be private.

 

Josephine Raso

We regret to announce the death of Josephine Raso, a former teacher with the HWCDSB. Josephine was the mother of Nancy Skaljin, Teacher at St. Mark CES and the aunt of Josie Frisina, Secretary at Canadian Martyrs CES. Visitation will be held at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel on Thursday, October 17, 2024 from 1-5pm and 6-9 pm. A funeral mass will take place at Regina Mundi Parish on Friday, October 18, 2024 at 11:30 am. Interment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Ancaster.

 

Mario Raso

We regret to announce the death of Mario Raso. Mario was a teacher at St. Thomas More Catholic Secondary school. Visitation will be held at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 from 1-5pm and 6-8 pm as well as Thursday October 10, 2024 from 2-5 pm and 6-8 pm. A funeral mass will take place at Regina Mundi Parish on Friday October 11, 2024 at 1:00 pm. Entombment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Ancaster. 

 

William (Bill) McCue

We regret to announce the death of William (Bill) McCue. William was the father of Lisa McCue, Teacher at Cathedral High School. Visitation will take place at Dodsworth and Brown Ancaster Chapel, 378 Wilson Street East, on Friday October 11, 2024 from 1-4 pm and 6-9 pm. Funeral service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, October 12th, 2024 at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Assistance Program.

 

Armando Cagnin

We regret to announce the death of Armando Cagnin on Monday, September 16, 2024. Armando was the father of Michael Cagnin, teacher at Bishop Ryan C.S.S. A funeral mass will be held at St. Anthony Church, 165 Prospect Street North, Hamilton on Friday, September 20 from 4-5pm.

 

Kassandra Murray

We regret to announce the death of Kassandra Murray on Saturday September 7, 2024. Kassandra was the sister of Trisha Murray-Stanicak, Teacher at St. Margaret Mary C.E.S. Funeral services were carried out Monday, September 9, 2024. A celebration of life ceremony will be scheduled in the future. 

 

Angelina Baldin

We regret to announce the death of Angelina Baldin on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. Angelina was the mother of Gianna Floris, Secretary to Superintendent of Education, Diana Baldin, Teacher at St. Mary C.S.S. and the grandmother of Taylor Floris, Teacher at St. Mary C.S.S. Visitation will take place on Monday, September 9, 2024 at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel, 43 Barton Street, East, Hamilton, from 4-9 pm. The funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at St. Joseph Church (Herkimer Street) at 10:30 am. Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Assistance Program would be greatly appreciated by the family. 

 

Daddato, Lorenzo

We regret to announce the death of Lorenzo Daddato on August 24, 2024, at St. Peter’s Hospital. Lorenzo was the father of Milli Daddato, Clerk Typist at the Nicholas Mancini Centre and Maria Daddato, Teacher at Annunciation of Our Lord CES. Visitation will be held at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel, 43 Barton Street East, Hamilton on Wednesday August 28, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Thursday August 29, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Entombment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery, 54 Garner Road West, Hamilton. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Cancer Assistance Program of Hamilton (cancerassist.ca)

 

Mattina, Joan

We regret to announce the death of Joan Mattina on August 20, 2024. Joan was a secretary at St. Michael CES and the mother of Denise Fraser, Principal at St. Vincent CES. Visitation will be Thursday, August 22, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at P.X. Dermody Funeral Home, 796 Upper Gage Ave. Hamilton, ON. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, August 23, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence the Martyr Church, 125 Picton St. E., Hamilton, ON. Burial at Resurrection Cemetery to follow.  In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the HWCDSB’s Equal Opportunity Schools’ Fund.

 

Taylor, Stan

We regret to announce the death of Stan Taylor on August 1, 2024. Stan was the father of Paul Taylor, Vice-Principal, Cathedral High School. Visitation will take place on Wednesday August 7th, 2024, from 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. at Kitching, Steepe & Ludwig, 146 Mill Street North, Waterdown.

Di Cosmo, Frank

We regret to announce the death of Frank Di Cosmo. Frank was the father of Matthew Di Cosmo, Department Head of Technological Studies, Bishop Tonnos C.S.S. and Dora Boccadoro, Retired Elementary French Teacher. He was father-in-law to Ellen Di Cosmo, Teacher, Bishop Ryan C.S.S. and grandfather to Olivia Di Cosmo, Tutor. Visitation is at Bay Gardens Funeral Home, 947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton on Wednesday July 24, 2024, from 1:00p.m. until 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Prayers will be said at 8:30 p.m. A funeral Mass will be offered at Annunciation of Our Lord Parish, 280 Limeridge Road West, Hamilton, on Thursday July 25, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.

Agnello, Anna

We regret to announce the death of Anna Agnello on June 24, 2024. Anna was the mother of Verina Farrell, Secretary Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Visitation will take place on Thursday June 27, 2024, from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. at Markey-Dermody Funeral Home, 1774 King Street East, Hamilton. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King, 714 King Street West, Hamilton on Friday, June 28, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Entombment to follow at Our Lady of Victory Mausoleum, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

Jose (Joe) Angel Fiorino

We regret to announce the death of Jose Fiorino on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Jose was the father of Maria Stevens (nee Fiorino), Teacher at St. Luke Catholic Elementary School. He was also the father-in-law of Cydney Fiorino, Teacher at St. David Catholic Elementary School and husband of Terri Fiorino, retired Superintendent’s Secretary. Visitation will be held at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel (43 Barton Street East) on Friday, June 14, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.. Vigil Prayers to be offered at 8:30 p.m.. A funeral mass will be offered at St. John the Baptist Church (128 Edgemont Street South) on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00 am. Entombment to follow at Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery (681 Mud Street East). In lieu of flowers, donations in Jose’s memory can be made to the Terry Fox Run (Team Beat It!). (https://run.terryfox.ca/team/beatit)

Paolini, Paolo

We regret to announce the death of Paolo Paolini on May 29, 2024.Paolo was the brother of Pam Minichini, teacher at Immaculate Heart of Mary CES and brother-in-law of Linda Paolini, Secretary at St. Clare of Assisi CES. Visitation will take place on Wednesday June 5, 2024, from 5:00p.m.-8:00p.m. and Thursday June 6th from 4:00p.m.-8:00p.m. at SMITH’S FUNERAL HOME, 454 Highway #8 (east of Millen Rd.) Stoney Creek. Cremation will follow at ta later date.

 

Linda Bandurski

We regret to announce the death of Linda Bandurski on May 29, 2024. Linda was the mother of Deborah Polak, teacher at St. Mary and the mother-in-law of Chris Polak, teacher at St. Mary. Visitation is at Bay Gardens Funeral Home, (947 Rymal Rd. E., Hamilton) on Wednesday June 5, 2024, from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. followed by a chapel service in the funeral home at 3:00 p.m. Cremation to follow. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.www.baygard

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Peter Kislinsky Sr.

We regret to announce the death of Peter Kislinsky Sr. on May 22, 2024.Peter was the husband of Mary Kislinsky, Supervisor of School Secretaries and Librarian Clerks (retired) and the father of Peter Kislinsky Jr., presently the Co-coordinator of the Equal Opportunity Schools CTG and OFIP and former principal of St. Ann, Hamilton C.E.S. and Mark Kislinsky, retired Secondary teacher at St. Thomas More C.S.S. Visitation will take place on Sunday, May 26, 2024, from 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.. at P.X. Dermody Funeral Home, 796 Upper Gage Ave. Hamilton, ON. Funeral Mass will be Monday, May 27, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at Regina Mundi Church, 631 Mohawk Rd. W. Hamilton, ON. Procession to Resurrection Cemetery to follow. Donations to Regina Mundi Church or St. Joseph’s Villa (2 East) would be appreciated by the family.

 

Nunzio Filippo Leone

We regret to announce the death of Nunzio Filippo Leone on May 19, 2024. Nunzio was the father of Anna Boyle, Principal of St. Michael and the grandfather of Madison Boyle, uncertified teacher. Visitation is at Bay Gardens Funeral Home – “William J. Markey Chapel”, 947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton on Friday, May 24th from 2:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church, 165 Prospect St. N., Hamilton on Saturday May 25th at 10:00 a.m. Entombment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery, Burlington. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice or Cancer Assistance Program would be appreciated.

 

John Ridland

We regret to announce the death of John Ridland on May 14, 2024. John was the father of Catherine D'Angela a teacher at St. Mark Catholic Elementary School and the father-in-law of Chris D'Angela, a teacher at St. Thomas More Catholic Secondary School. Visitation will be at McKenzie and Blundy Funeral Home (431 Christina St. N, Sarnia) on Friday, May 24th, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Internment will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Good Shepherd in Sarnia or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

 

Maria Alice Do Amaral

We regret to announce the death of Maria Alice Do Amaral on May 13, 2024. Maria Alice was the mother of Luis Do Amaral, Custodian at Annunciation of Our Lord Catholic Elementary School. Visitation is at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel, (43 Barton St. E., Hamilton) on Friday, May 17, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service in the funeral home chapel at 2:00 p.m.  Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Burlington.

 

Jaren Kane

We regret to announce the death of Jaren Kane on Tuesday May 7, 2024. Jaren was a Casual Clerical, and she was also the stepdaughter of Kerry McNamara, retired Elementary Principal. Online condolences are welcomed and appreciated at https://www.circleoflifecbc.com/obituaries/Jaren-Kane/#!/Obituary. A private family memorial will be held at a later date.  As per Jaren's wishes, donations to the CYO Campership Fund in her memory would be appreciated.

Maria Ines Amarelo

We regret to announce the death of Maria Ines Amarelo on Sunday, May 5, 2024. Maria was the mother of Brian Amarelo, Social Worker. Visitation is on Thursday, May 9, 2024, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at Kitching, Steepe & Ludwig Funeral Home (146 Mill St. N., Waterdown). A Funeral Mass will be offered on, Friday, May 10, 2024, at 11 a.m. at St. Thomas The Apostle Roman Catholic Church (715 Centre Rd., Waterdown). Entombment to follow at St. Thomas Catholic Cemetery in Waterdown.  Donations   to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada   would be sincerely appreciated by the family. 

Clint Finley

We regret to announce the death of Clint Finley on Monday, April 15, 2024. Clint was the father of Alexandra Clark-Finley, Educational Assistant at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Elementary School.  There will be no funeral arrangements, however, a Celebration of Clint’s Life with family and friends will take place on a later date. 

 

Carmelo Esposto

We regret to announce the death of Carmelo Esposto on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.  Carmelo was the husband of Katherine Esposto, Teacher at St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Elementary School and brother-in-law of Anita Prawak, Teacher at St. Eugene Catholic Elementary School.  Funeral arrangements have already taken place.

Betty-Ann Brown-Sheparski

We regret to announce the death of Betty-Ann Brown-Sheparski on Monday, April 15, 2024.  Betty-Anne was an Educational Assistant at St. Agnes Catholic Elementary School.  There will be no funeral arrangements, however, a Celebration of Betty-Anne’s Life with family and friends will take place sometime in June. 

 

Joseph Scime

 We regret to announce the sudden death of Joseph Scime on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Joseph was the husband of Sandra Scime, Assistant Superintendent – Curriculum Services (Kindergarten – Grade 12) and father of Samuel Scime and Phillip Scime, Occasional Teachers with the Board.  He was also the brother-in-law of Jil Privilegio, Assistant Clerical Support.  Visitation is at Bay Gardens Funeral Home (947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton) on Monday, April 1, 2024 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-9:00 p.m. with Rosary at 7:30 p.m.  A Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Ann’s Church (11 Wilson Street West, Ancaster) on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at 11:00 a.m.  Entombment to follow at Bayview Cemetery (740 Spring Gardens Road, Burlington).

Luigi Romano

We regret to announce the death of Luigi Romano on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.     Luigi was the father of Cristina Baptista, Clerk-typist at St. Charles Young Street Campus, Antonietta Watson, Casual Clerical and Angelo Romano, former Superintendent of Human Resources.  Visitation is at Glendale Funeral Home (1810 Albion Road, Etobicoke) on Monday, March 11, 2024 from 4:00-9:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home.  Entombment to follow at Glendale Memorial Gardens (1810 Albion Road, Etobicoke).  In lieu of flowers, donations to McNally House Hospice would be sincerely appreciated by the family and can be made at:  https://www.mcnallyhousehospice.com/how-you-can-help/donations

Giuseppina Di Franco

We regret to announce the death of Giuseppina Di Franco on Wednesday, January 31, 2024.  Giuseppina was the mother of Sabrina Lovasic, Teacher at St. Anthony Daniel Catholic Elementary School.  Funeral arrangements have already taken place.

Antonio Luppino

We regret to announce the death of Antonio Luppino on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.  Antonio was the father of Domenica Deluca, Teacher at Immaculate Conception Catholic Elementary School.  Visitation is at Bay Gardens Rymal on Thursday March 7, 2:00-8:00 p.m.  A Funeral Mass will be offered on Friday March 8, 2024 at 12:00 noon St. Anthony of Padua Church (165 Prospect Street North, Hamilton). Entombment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery (254 Garner Rd W, Ancaster).

Mary Palermo

We regret to announce the death of Mary Palermo on Wednesday, February 28, 2024.   Mary was the wife of Peter Palermo, Teacher at St. John Henry Newman Catholic Secondary School.  Visitation at Smith's Funeral Home (454 Highway #8 - east of Millen Road, Stoney Creek) on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. and 6:00-9:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church (934 Highway 8, Stoney Creek) on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. Entombment to follow at Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery in Stoney Creek. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to  McNally House Hospice would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

Jack Antolich

We regret to announce the death of Jack Antolich on Monday, February 26, 2024.   Jack was the father of Carla Antolich-Davis, Teacher at St. Anthony Daniel Catholic Elementary School.  He was also a retired Elementary Principal and husband of Andrea Antolich, retired Elementary Teacher. Visitation is at Bay Garden Funeral Home (947 Rymal Rd E, Hamilton) on Monday, March 4, 2024 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-9:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be offered at Our Lady of the Assumption Church (63 Highway 20 East, Stoney Creek) on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 11:30 a.m.

Drago Tomic

We regret to announce the death of Drago Tomic on Thursday, February 8, 2024.   Drago was the father of Dragana Bago, Teacher at Guardian Angels Catholic Elementary School and grandfather of Katarina Bago, Long-term Occasional Teacher at St. Ann’s (Hamilton) Catholic Elementary School.  Funeral arrangements have already taken place.

Giovanni Sebastiano

We regret to announce the death of Giovanni Sebastiano on Saturday, February 10, 2024.  Giovanni was the father of Filomena Tinebra, Designated Early Childhood Educator at St. Agnes Catholic Elementary School and Patricia Siena, Educational Assistant at St. Patrick Catholic Elementary School.  He was also the father-in-law of Matthew Siena, Teacher at St. John Henry Newman Catholic Secondary School and grandfather of Falecia Romano, St. Eugene Catholic Elementary School.  Visitation at Bay Gardens Funeral Home ("William J. Markey Chapel" - 947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton) on Wednesday February 14, 2024, from 2:00 - 9:00 pm. A. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Annunciation of Our Lord Church (280 Limeridge Road West, Hamilton) on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.  Entombment will follow at Bayview Cemetery, Crematory & Mausoleum, Burlington.  Donations in Giovanni’s memory to the Parkinson’s society would be appreciated by the family.

Dora Noce

We regret to announce the death of Dora Noce on February 2, 2024.  Dora was the mother of Nancy Russo, Principal at Guardian Angels Catholic Elementary School and mother-in-law of Maria Noce, retired Core French Teacher.  Visitation at Smith's Funeral Home (454 Highway #8 -east of Millen Road, Stoney Creek) on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 from 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Church (304 Highway #8, Stoney Creek) on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery, Stoney Creek. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society or Diabetes Canada would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

Paul Francis Nolan

We regret to announce the death of Paul Francis Nolan on Wednesday, January 31, 2024.    Paul was the father of Dan Nolan, Teacher at St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Elementary School.  Visitation is at Cresmount Funeral Home (322 Fennell Avenue East, Hamilton) on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Canadian Martyrs Church (1349 Main Street West, Hamilton) on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Burlington. Online condolences can be made at www.cresmountfennellchapel.com.

Paul Thomas Sheahan

We regret to announce the death of Paul Thomas Sheahan on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.  Paul was the father of Katie Sheahan Lenarduzzi, Acting-Principal at Guardian Angels Catholic Elementary School.  Cremation has already taken place and a private interment will occur at a later date. A drop-in Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, February 4, 2024 between 1:00-4:00 p.m. at Dixon-Garland Funeral Home (166 Main St. N., Markham). In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul’s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Autism Canada,or any animal rescue charity of your choice would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

Anthony (Tony) Gerard Rock 

We regret to announce the death of Anthony (Tony) Gerard Rock on Friday, January 19, 2024.   Tony was the father of Jennifer Rock, Designated Early Childhood Educator at St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School.  He was also a retired Secondary Teacher. A private burial service will be held at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Burlington.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Tony’s name to the Juravinski Cancer Centre would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

Michael Lawlor Sr.

 

We regret to announce the death of Michael Lawlor Sr. on Friday, January 19, 2024. Michael was the father of Michael Lawlor Jr., Principal of Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School and brother of Laurie Russell, Teacher at St. Thomas More Catholic Secondary School.   He was also the father-in-law of Kaitlynn Lawlor, Teacher at Cathedral High School and former husband of Margherita Lawlor, retired Secondary Principal. Visitation will take place on Monday, January 29, 2024 at Bay Gardens Funeral Home (947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton) from 3:00-7:00 p.m. Online condolences are also welcomed and may be shared at www.baygardens.ca.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael‘s memory to the St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton Foundation would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

 

Jo Ann Patricia Lopata-Sullivan

We regret to announce the death of Jo Ann Patricia Lopata-Sullivan on Thursday, January 18, 2024.   Jo Anne was the mother of Jodie Lopata, Tradesperson at Plant Operations.  She was also the secretary at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church for many years.  Visitation will be held at P.X Dermody Funeral Home (7 East Avenue South, Hamilton) on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 from 5:00p–8:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Patrick’s Church (440 King Street East, Hamilton) on Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 10am. Please visit www.stpatrickshamilton.ca to live stream the service. Interment to follow at Hamilton Cemetery (777 York Boulevard, Hamilton). Family and friends are invited to gather with Jo Anne’s family at St. Lawrence Parish Hall (125 Picton Street East, Hamilton) afterward to celebrate her Life and those who wish to attend directly after Mass are welcome to do so.

Leonard Gaspare Giacomelli 

We regret to announce the death of Leonard Gaspare Giacomelli on Friday, January 5, 2024. Len was the father of Carla Giacomelli, Teacher at St. Bernadette Catholic Elementary School. He was also the husband of the late Judy Giacomelli, retired Teacher. Visitation is at P.X. Dermody Funeral Home (796 Upper Gage Avenue - between Mohawk and Fennell, Hamilton) on Wednesday January 10, 2024 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday January 11, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. Cremation to follow and a private interment will take place at Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) or the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum would be appreciated by the family. Notes of sympathy and condolence may be made at www.dermodys.com

Michael Howie Blanche

We regret to announce the death of Michael Howie Blanche on Wednesday, January 3, 2024.   Mike was the father of Michael Perino, Teacher at St. Lawrence Catholic Elementary School and the father-in-law of Lisa Perino, Teacher at St. Luke Catholic Elementary School.  He was also the father of Jason Perino, former Custodian, and Mike was a retired Custodian as well.  Cremation has taken place, and according to his wishes, no funeral will be held. Donations, in his memory, may be made to the Alzheimer Society.

Ross Bowman Sr.

We regret to announce the death of Ross Bowman Sr. on Friday, December 29, 2023.   Ross was the father of Amber Connely, Teacher at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Elementary School.  Cremation will take place and interment will be at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Burlington. A Celebration of Ross’s Life will take place on April 20, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion – Branch #58 (1180 Barton Street East, Hamilton).

Alfonsina Castellino

We regret to announce the death of Alfonsina Castellino on Wednesday, December 28, 2023.  Alfonsina was the mother of Louie Castellino, Shipper/Receiver at the Fr. Kennedy Catholic Education Centre and Joseph Castellino, Custodian at St. Augustine Catholic Elementary School.  She was also the mother-in-law of Michele Castellino, Assistant Custodian at St. Patrick Catholic Elementary School and grandmother of Michael Castellino, Casual Early Childhood Educator.  Funeral arrangements have already taken place.

Vincenzo (Vince) Russo

We regret to announce the death of Vincenzo (Vince) Russo on Thursday, December 14, 2023.   Vince was the husband of Nancy Russo, Principal at Guardian Angels Catholic Elementary School and brother-in-law of Maria Noce, retired Core French Teacher. Visitation at Smith's Funeral Home (454 Highway #8, Stoney Creek (east of Millen Road) on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 from 3:00-9:00 p.m. with Vigil Prayers at 5:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church (934 Highway 8, Stoney Creek) on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. Entombment at Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery, Stoney Creek. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Vince’s name to the Canadian Cancer Society would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

Giovanni "John" Macaluso

We regret to announce the death of Giovanni “John” Macaluso on Thursday, December 14, 2023.   John was the father of Marie Marshall, Educational Assistant at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Elementary School. Visitation will be held at Friscolanti Funeral Chapel (43 Barton Street East) on Sunday, December 17, 2023 from 2:00-5:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of All Souls Church (21 Barton Street West, Hamilton) on Monday, December 18, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Burlington.  In lieu of flowers, donations in John’s memory to a charity of your choice would be sincerely appreciated by the family.  

 

Antonietta Caruso

We regret to announce the death of Antonietta Caruso on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.   Antonietta was the mother of Maria Caruso, Teacher at St. Lawrence Catholic Elementary School. Visitation is at Bay Gardens Funeral Home (947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton) on Sunday, December 17, 2023, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. with a Prayer Vigil at 8:00 p.m.  A Funeral Mass will be offered at Annunciation of Our Lord Parish (280 Limeridge Road West, Hamilton) on Monday, December 18, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.  Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery in Burlington.  In lieu of flowers, and in honour of her passion and love for preparing and cooking meals for her family, donations in Antonietta's memory to Hamilton Food Share would be sincerely appreciated by the family

 

Joseph Palumbo

We regret to announce the death of Joseph Palumbo on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. Joseph was the father of Linda Condello, ESL Teacher at St. Charles Adult Education Center and the grandfather of Marla Condello, Teacher at St. Patrick Catholic Elementary School. Visitation will take place on Friday December 15, 2023 at Smith Funeral Home, 454 Hwy 8, Stoney Creek from 3-5 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral mass will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at Incarnation of our Blessed Lord Church (located at Barton & Nash) at 9:30 am. Internment will follow at Mountview Gardens Cemetery, Stoney Creek. In lieu of flowers, friends are encouraged to buy a Boston Cream donut “in a box” and enjoy it in memory of Joseph. 

 

Luigi Martini

We regret to announce the death of Luigi Martini on Friday, December 1, 2023.  Luigi was the father of Natalie Martini, Educational Assistant at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Elementary School. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 from 3:00 -5:00 p.m. and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Smiths Funeral Home (454 Hwy #8, Stoney Creek).  A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Rosary Church (287 Plains Road East, Burlington) on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Burlington. In lieu of flowers, donations in Luigi’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society or donating blood to save a life would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

 

Luigi Pavoni

We regret to announce the death of Luigi Pavoni on Thursday, November 30, 2023. Luigi was the father of Carla Passaretti, Itinerant Library Clerk. Visitation is at Bay Gardens Funeral Home (947 Rymal Road East Hamilton) on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. and from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. with Vigil Prayers at 3:45 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church (620 Rymal Road East, Hamilton) on Friday, December 8, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Entombment to follow at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Cemetery (681 Mud St East, Stoney Creek). In lieu of flowers, donations in Luigi’s memory, to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research would sincerely be appreciated by the family.

 

Jure Cvitkovic

We regret to announce the death of Jure Cvitkovic on Thursday, November 23, 2023. Jure was the father of Tina Ferraro, Teacher at St. Mark Catholic Elementary School. Visitation at Markey-Dermody Funeral Home (1774 King Street East, Hamilton - at Kenilworth) on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. with a Rosary service at 7:30 pm. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross Croatian Church (1883 King Street East, Hamilton) on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery, Stoney Creek.

 

Joseph Palumbo

We regret to announce the death of Joseph Palumbo on Monday, November 27, 2023. Joseph was the brother of Linda Condello, ESL Teacher at St. Charles Centre. Visitation at Smith's Funeral Home (454 Highway #8 - east of Millen Road, Stoney Creek) on Thursday, November 30, 2023 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church (934 Highway #8, Stoney Creek) on Friday, December 1, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Cremation to follow. If desired, memorial contributions to The Canadian Cancer Society or charity of choice would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

 

Dorothy Brennan

We regret to announce the death of Dorothy Brennan on Sunday, November 26, 2023. Dorothy was the mother of Jennifer Licop - Job Coach at St Mary’s Catholic Secondary School, Patrick Brennan - Athletic Convenor and Lisa Spasaro -Teacher at Holy Name of Mary Catholic Elementary School. She was also a retired Secretary from the Nicholas Mancini Centre, wife of Des Brennan - retired Manager of Social Work Services, mother-in-law to Leanne Brennan - Teacher at Regina Mundi Catholic Elementary School, sister to Darlene Mattiacci - retired Teacher and sister-in-law to Tim Brennan - retired Principal. Visitation is at Markey-Dermody Funeral Home, 1774 King Street East on Wednesday November 29, 2023 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-9:00 p.m. - with rosary at 3:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of the Assumption Church (63 Hwy 20, Stoney Creek) on Thursday November 30, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery (681 Mud St E, Stoney Creek).

 

Joseph Partito

We regret to announce the death of Joseph Partito on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. Joseph was the brother of Rosemary Lawson, Educational Assistant at Holy Name of Mary Catholic Elementary School. Visitation will take place on Sunday, November 26, 2023 at Bay Gardens Funeral Home (947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton) from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-9:00 p.m. A funeral Mass will take place on Monday, November 27, 2023 at St. Catharine of Siena Parish (620 Rymal Road East, Hamilton) at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Cemetery (681 Mud Street East, Stoney Creek). Online condolences may be shared to www.baygardens.ca

 

Fredrick “Paul” Mielko

We regret to inform you of the passing of Fredrick “Paul” Mielko on Saturday, November 11, 2023. Paul was the father of Kevin Mielko, Principal of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Elementary School and Stephen Mielko, Teacher (predeceased). He was also the father-in-law of Christina Mielko, Teacher at St. James Catholic Elementary School and St. Luke Catholic Elementary School. Visitation will take place at Markey-Dermody Funeral Home (1774 King Street East - at Kenilworth, Hamilton) on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. with the recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Joseph Church (135 Livingston Avenue, Grimsby) on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. In Paul’s memory, donations to the McNally House Hospice would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

 

Lorenzo Finelli

We regret to announce the death of Lorenzo Finelli on Monday, October 16, 2023. Lorenzo was the father of Maria Finelli-Matozzo, Teacher at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Elementary School. Visitation is at Friscolanti Funeral Home (43 Barton Street East, Hamilton) on Friday, October 20, 2023 at 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:30 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be offered at All Souls Catholic Church (21 Barton Street West, Hamilton) on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery (Our Lady of Victory Mausoleum) in Burlington. Donations in Lorenzo’s memory to DeMazenod Door Outreach would be greatly appreciated by the family.

 

Jack Vandenbosch

We regret to announce the death of Jack Vandenbosch on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. Jack was the father of Jim Vandenbosch, Principal of Our Lady of Hope Catholic Elementary School and father-in-law of Lori-Ann Vandenbosch Teacher at St. John Henry Newman Catholic Secondary School. Visitation is at H.L Cudney Funeral Home (241 West Main Street, Welland) on Wednesday October 18, 2023 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Alexander Roman Catholic Church (50 Pelham Town Square, Fonthill) on Thursday October 19, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. Internment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery (Woodlawn Road, Welland). In lieu of flowers, donations in Jack’s memory to St. Alexander Roman Catholic Church or the Alzheimer’s Society of Niagara would sincerely be appreciated by the family.

 

Lorraine Roe

We regret to announce the death of Lorraine Roe on Sunday, October 8, 2023. Lorraine was the mother of Paul Roe, Teacher at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School and mother-in-law of Jackie Roe, Teacher at St. Bernadette Catholic Elementary School. Visitation is at Bay Gardens Funeral Home (947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton) on Sunday, October 15, 2023 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. A private interment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, and as per Lorraine's wishes, memorial donations to the Good Shepherd Hamilton - Women's Services would be most appreciated by the family.

 

Slavko Kosic

We regret to announce the death of Slavko Kosic on Thursday, October 5, 2023. Slavko was the father of Robert Kosic, Principal at St. Mark Catholic Elementary School and father-in-law of Lisa Kosic, Teacher at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Elementary School. Visitation at Markey Dermody Funeral Home (1774 King Street East at Kenilworth) on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 from 10:00-10:45 a.m. followed by the Funeral Mass at Holy Cross Croatian Church (1883 King Street East, Hamilton) at 11:00 a.m. Entombment to follow at Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery, Stoney Creek. In lieu of flowers, donations in Slavko’s name to Holy Cross Croatian Church would be appreciated by the family.

 

Enrico Francesco Guglielmo

We regret to announce the death of Enrico Francesco Guglielmo on Thursday, September 28, 2023. Enrico was the father of Rose Crandall, Special Education Resource Teacher at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Elementary School and father-in-law of Dann Crandall, Principal at St. Eugene Catholic Elementary School and Rose Guglielmo, retired Teacher. He was also the grandfather of Michael Guglielmo, Teacher at Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School and Teresa-Marie Guglielmo, Teacher at St. Eugene Catholic Elementary School. Visitation will be held at Bay Garden's Funeral Home (947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton) on Sunday, October 1, 2023, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-9:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Margaret Mary Parish (20 Idlewood Avenue, Hamilton) at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 2, 2023. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Enrico’s name to Hamilton Health Sciences (St. Peter’s Hospital) or the Canadian Cancer Society.

 

Joseph Angelo Ricci

We regret to announce the death of Joseph Angelo Ricci on Thursday, September 21, 2023. Joseph was the father of father of Elyse Tassone, Teacher at Immaculate Conception Catholic Elementary School, Marisa Ricci, Teacher at St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Elementary School and father-in-law of Anthony Tassone, Teacher at Cathedral High School. He was also a retired Elementary Principal and husband of Madeline Ricci, retired ESL Teacher. Visitation will be held at Bay Garden's Funeral Home (947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton) on Monday, September 25, 2023, from 3:00-5:00 pm and 7:00-9:00 pm. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Regina Mundi Parish (631 Mohawk Road West, Hamilton) at 10:00 am on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Joseph's memory to Regina Mundi Parish and Juravinski Hospital, Hematology C4.

 

George Belmore Jr.

We regret to announce the death of George Belmore Jr. on Sunday, September 3, 2023. George was the brother of Shirley Price, Assistant Custodian at St. Agnes and Our Lady of Peace Catholic Elementary Schools and brother-in-law of Charlene Bolton, Assistant Custodian at St. Jean de Brebeuf Catholic Secondary School. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, October 15, 2023 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion #58 (1180 Barton Street East, Hamilton).

 

Antonia Finelli

We regret to announce the death of Antonia Finelli on Thursday, September 21, 2023. Antonia was the mother of Maria Finelli-Matozzo, Teacher at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Elementary School. Visitation is at Friscolanti Funeral Home (43 Barton Street East, Hamilton) on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be offered at All Souls Catholic Church (21 Barton Street West, Hamilton) on Monday, September 25, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.

 

Kanta Benjamin

We regret to announce the death of Kanta Benjamin on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Kanta was the mother of Karen Francis, Educational Assistant at St. John Paul II Catholic Elementary School. Visitation is at Friscolanti Funeral Home (43 Barton Street East, Hamilton) on Friday, September 22, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon followed by a funeral service at 12:00 p.m. Entombment will be at Mount Hamilton Cemetery (260 Rymal Road East, Hamilton). A reception will follow at Bethel Gospel Tabernacle (1355 Upper James Street, Hamilton).

 

Akilina (Helen) Hryniewicz

We regret to announce the death of Akilina (Helen) Hryniewicz on Friday, September 15, 2023. Helen was the mother of Nadia Hryniewicz, Secretary to Superintendent, Morris Hucal. Visitation is at Markey Dermody Funeral Home (1774 King Street East at Kenilworth, Hamilton) on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. with Panachyda (prayer service) at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be offered at Holy Spirit Ukrainian Catholic Church (15 St. Olga Street, Hamilton) on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Burlington. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Children of Chernobyl or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

 

German Garzon Ramirez

We regret to announce the death of German Garzon Ramirez on Sunday, September 17, 2023. German was the father of Natalia Garzón, Occasional Teacher. Funeral arrangements will be taking place in Bogotá, Colombia. A Mass in his memory, will be offered on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at Our Lady of All Souls Church (21 Barton Street West, Hamilton).

 

Salvatore Mattina

We regret to announce the death of Salvatore Mattina on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. Salvatore was the father of Phil Mattina, Teacher at St. Gabriel Catholic Elementary School and father-in-law of Teresa Mattina, Clerk-Typist at Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School. He was also the grandfather of Marissa Mattina and Samantha Mattina, Occasional Teachers. Visitation is at Smith's Funeral Home (454 Highway #8 - east of Millen Road, Stoney Creek) on Monday, September 11, 2023 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. and 6:00-9:00 p.m. with a Prayer Vigil at 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church (304 Highway 8, Stoney Creek) on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Burlington. In lieu of flowers, donations in Salvatore’s memory to the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice would be sincerely appreciated by the family. 

 

Johanna Bin

We regret to announce the death of Johanna Bin on Monday, September 4, 2023. Johanna was the mother of Sylvia Bin-Vaughan, Social Worker with the Board. Visitation will take place on Monday September 11, 2023 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Benner Funeral Services (1105 Benner Road, Fort Erie). A Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church (310 Central Ave, Fort Erie) on Tuesday September 12, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Donations in Johanna’s memory to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada or The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

 

Francesca Ozon

We regret to announce the death of Francesca Ozon on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. Francesca was the sister of Angela Gottschalk, Assistant Custodian at Bishop Tonnos Catholic Secondary School. Cremation will take place and there will be no funeral service. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

 

Dino Peter Leo

We regret to announce the death of Dino Peter Leo on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Dino was the brother of Mirella Leo, Elementary Secretary at St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School. Cremation has taken place. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Luke’s Church (200 Mt. Albion Rd., Hamilton) on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 11:00 am. To view a Livestream of the service, please visit Dino’s page at www.markeydermody.com . In Dino’s memory, the family asks that donations go towards the development and growth of any local soccer league ensuring that future generations can experience the joy and camaraderie of the sport.

 

Elizabeth Mary Totok

We regret to announce the death of Elizabeth Mary Totok on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Elizabeth was the mother of Andrea Gibson, Occasional Teacher.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, from 2-4 pm and from 6-8 pm at Bay Gardens Funeral Home, 947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton. A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at 11 am at Regina Mundi Catholic Church, 631 Mohawk Rd. West, Hamilton with interment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, 254 Garner Rd. West, Ancaster. The family invites you to a Celebration of Life Reception following the burial back at Bay Gardens Funeral Home, 947 Rymal Road East. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hamilton General Hospital (ICU South), The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada, The Canadian Cancer Society, and/or The Heart & Stroke Foundation.

 

Marianne Nolan

We regret to announce the death of Marianne Nolan on Friday, August 11, 2023. Marianne was the mother of Daniel Nolan, Teacher at St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Elementary School. Visitation has already taken place. A memorial service will be held in the Cresmount Funeral Home Chapel on Monday August 21, 2023 at 11:00 am. Interment will occur afterwards at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Burlington. Online condolences can be made at www.cresmountfennellchapel.com.

 

Doralice Tarquini

We regret to announce the death of Doralice Tarquini on Monday, July 31, 2023. Doralice was the mother of Sandra Tarquini, Teacher at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Elementary School and grandmother of Madeline Abel, Occasional Teacher. Funeral arrangements have already taken place. You can sign the online Book of Condolences at www.baygardens.ca.

 

Luigi Paron

We regret to announce the death of Luigi Paron on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. Luigi was the father of Amalia Caamano, Teacher at St. Joachim Catholic Elementary School. Visitation is at Bay Gardens Funeral Home ("William J. Markey Chapel", 947 Rymal Road East, Hamilton) on Sunday, August 20, 2023 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. with Vigil Prayers to be held at 3:45 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be offered at Annunciation of Our Lord Church (280 Limeridge Road West, Hamilton) on Monday, August 21, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Entombment at to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery (254 Garner Road West, Ancaster). West, Hamilton

 

Barbara Brookes

We regret to announce the death of Barbara Brookes on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Barbara was the mother of Cheryl Brookes-Gratton, Manager – Payroll Services and grandmother of Brittney Brookes-Gratton, Educational Assistant. As per Barb’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place and there will be a private service for immediate family only. A celebration of life will possibly take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Barbara’s memory would be sincerely appreciated by the family.

 

Judith Lynne Forbes

We regret to announce the death of Judith Lynne Forbes on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Judith was the mother of Barbara Reid, Educational Assistant at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Elementary School. A celebration of Life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Judith’s name can be made to the Cancer Assistance Program, Hamilton www.cancerassist.ca.

 

David Joseph Di Diodato

We regret to announce the death of David Joseph Di Diodato on Saturday, July 1, 2023. David was a Teacher at St. Thomas More Catholic Secondary School and brother of Lisa Pauletto, Teacher at Bishop Tonnos Catholic Secondary School. He was also the son of Joseph and Antonia Di Diodato, retired Teachers. A private funeral and interment have already taken place. Donations in David's memory towards the future education of his three sons at: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-david-3-sons would be appreciated by the family.

 

Fabian Steve Peretin

We regret to announce the death of Fabian Steve Peretin on Monday, July 3, 2023. Fabian was the brother of Carol Jurcich, Educational Assistant at Bishop Tonnos Catholic Secondary School. Visitation will be held on Thursday July 13, 2023, from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Turner Family Funeral Home (53 Main Street, Dundas). A Funeral Mass will be offered at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church (50 Brucedale Avenue East, Hamilton) on Friday July 14, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. Interment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery (254 Garner Road West, Ancaster). Donations in Fabian’s memory can be made to your local Food Bank or Mission Services would be appreciated by the family.