Antonio GUERRIERO

GUERRIERO, Antonio - Passed away peacefully at his home, Albright Manor, Beamsville on May 26, 2008 in his 80th year. He was always surrounded by love and support. He was preceded in death by his wife Carmela DeStefano (1999). Antonio was a loving father to Frank (Maria). Mary (Doug Austrom), Giuseppina and John (Stephanie); and cherished nonno of Nicole, Danielle, Jon Anthony, Dougie, Philip, Katia, Sofia, Kyla and Chloe. He was predeceased by his parents (Michelina Romano and Francesco), brothers Faustino and Giuseppe, and sister Antonietta. He is survived by his sister Filomena (Auriello) and brother Giovanni (Enza) both in Italy. He was also a special brother-in-law and favourite uncle to dozens of nieces and nephews on both sides of the Atlantic. Antonio had three passions in life: family, food and gardening. Nothing made him happier than having his four children around him. He worked tirelessly and dedicated his life to his family . . . his children's success was his success. He considered himself a very successful man. In his later years his grandchildren became his focus and he always had drawers full of treats whenever they came to visit. Antonio loved pasta, prosciutto and vino, and always made his own from scratch. Nurturing and caring for the land annually in order to ensure a full harvest for family and friends to enjoy brought him great pride and joy. He will forever be remembered with a shovel in his hand. Heaven's gardens holds a new bloom. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the entire staff at McMaster University for their wonderful care, guidance and support during his time there with a very special thank you to nurse Simon Fayad. Special thanks also to his caregiver, Lynn Russell for her endless care and compassion, often going above and beyond the call of duty. The family is also grateful to the staff at Albright Manor, especially Audrey McCausland, for making the last few years of his life enjoyable. A celebration of his life will take place at the TALLMAN FUNERAL HOME, 4998 King St., Beamsville on Thursday 2-4 and 7-8:30. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Helen's Church, Maple Grove Rd., Vineland on Friday May 30 at 10:00 a.m. with Rite of Committal in Mount Osborne Cemetery, Beamsville. If desired, remembrances may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of choice. 11105358