Passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, August 21, 2016 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of the late Angela Settimi (2013) for almost 50 years. Cherished father of Joseph (Dora) and Gabriele (Julie). Loved nonno of Ryan, Marina, Marisa, Isabella and Luke. Cherished brother of Blandina (Filippo), Rosa (Giovanni), Pietro (Rosa) all of Italy and Vittorio (the late Ofelia) of Hamilton. Dear brother-in-law of Gino Alesi (the late Agnes), Quinto Alesi (Denise) and the late Luciano Alesi. He will also be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family in Canada, Italy and France. A loving husband, father, nonno, brother and friend, he will be dearly missed. The family would like to extend their gratitude for Dr. Filippo Staibano's years of care and compassion. Visitation at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 454 Highway #8 (east of Millen Road) STONEY CREEK (905-664-4222) on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 from 2-5 and 6-9 p.m. Prayer Vigil 8:30 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, 304 Highway #8, Stoney Creek on Wednesday at 10 a.m. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to a charity of your choice would be sincerely appreciated by the family.