Lou VACCHINO

VACCHINO, Lou - 1922-2008 - The family announces with sorrow his death on Saturday May 17, 2008 at the Timmins and District Hospital, at the age of 85. Loving companion of Faith Campbell. Dear father of Raymond Vacchino, Brian Vacchino (Cheryl Vacchino) his special daughter in law. Cherished grandfather of David, Julia and Angela Vacchino. Survived by two sisters Julia Pasi and Lena Wheeler, one niece Linda Pasi, three nephews Dexter Wheeler (his son Bobby), Derek Wheeler (daughter Jamie Lee), Dan Pasi (daughter Melissa and son Marc) and the Chris Rodgers Family. Lou served in the Royal Canadian Air Force-2nd World War. Owned and operated the Music Box with his son Brian. Taught music to many pupils and brought joy to Timmins with his orchestra for 39 years. Accompanied the Dorothy Mascioli Choir. Raised funds for building of the Dante Club, having played for all their special events and dances for eleven years. Enjoyed doing his part for the betterment of Timmins and Area. Having decorated and furnished most of the homes in Timmins over 60 years of serving his many loyal customers, always with a smile and good cheer. Donations to Timmins District Hospital Surgical Floor. The family would like to thank Drs. David Houston, Doug Arnold, Harry Voojgarv and Eric Labelle. Thank you also to the staff of the surgical floor at TDH. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday May 21, 2008 at 2 pm in the funeral home chapel. Remembrance donations made to the Timmins and District Hospital – Surgical Floor, will be greatly appreciated. The family will receive friends on Wednesday May 21 from 12-2 pm at Maison funéraire LESSARD- STEPHENS Funeral Home. (705)268-4488. Online donations and condolences cam be made at www.lessardstephens.com 11093575