Passed away peacefully on October 22, 2010 with his two daughters by his side. Franco was born on March 3, 1921 in Colza (Vas) in Northern Italy and immigrated to Victoria in 1963. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 54 years, Elsa, in 2003 and is survived by his daughters, Germana (Roy), Edda (Dale) and grandchildren, Leia (Peter), Scott and Kellie. Dad was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He had the best sense of humour and was always the life of the party. Although he loved camping, hunting, fishing, watching Italian soccer and taking long walks, he especially loved to sit around the kitchen table with family and friends, enjoying a glass of home-made wine and eating a good Italian meal.
“Dad, it was so hard to see you take those last few breaths of life, but we know that now you are at peace and happy with mom again by your side. Baci and Ciao for now Dad and Nonno! Love you lots!”
The family would like to thank all the staff at Selkirk Place who looked after dad for almost two years.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph The Worker Parish, 785 Burnside Road West, on Friday, October 29, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Private Entombment for family at Royal Oak Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations, if desired, can be made in Franco’s memory to the B.C. Cancer Foundation. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
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Marilyn Danvers (née Whiteley)
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kevin and jennfier collis My wife and I were very sorry to hear that Franco had passed away.He was always very kind to us.He would help in any way he could.We will miss him.Our thoughts are with you.
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Mario Padovan My wife and I were very sorry to hear that Franco had passed.
He was a true gentleman and an artist when it came to brick.
Just walking in the neighbourhood you can see many projects that were done by Franco. God bless.
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Ken + Donna Dahlback Ken and Donna send our condolences Norina and family. Memories will help you along this sad road ahead of you all.
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Tricia and John Zukowski Edda and family,
Our thoughts and condolences are with you, your sister and family at this time of loss. Your dad was a blessed man to have such a loving and caring family.
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Trisha Tonkin To Edda and Germana and their families.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time in your lives. We know that your dad had a wonderful life, and loved and was so proud of his girls and their families. He is now happy to be re-united with your mom.
I hope to catch up with you soon.
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michelle bergeron Hi Edda, I just wanted you to know that when i saw your dad had passed i needed to say how sorry I was. I’m sure you are very sad.You and your sister were very caring and wonderful daughters to your dad.I hope your family is healthy and I wish you all the best. Take care of yourself, just thinking of you, Michelle
Dear Edda,
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of your Dad and Mom while growing up on Mountfield St. My heart goes out to you, your sister and your families.
Marilyn