Quintino PIO

PIO, Quintino - It is with great sadness that the family of Quintino Pio announces his passing on Sunday, January 25, 2009 in his 87th year. Mr. Pio will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 65 years, Laurina (nee Mancini), and his three daughters Nicolina Rocca (the late Antonio), Elena DiMartile (David), and Paula Kehoe (Keith). He leaves behind many beautiful memories for his beloved grandchildren Lucy Mammoliti (Vince), Julio Rocca (Benita), Derek DiMartile, Laura Nava (James), Greg and Casey Kehoe. Mr. Pio is survived by his brother Mario Pio and his sister Perla Gizzi in L'Aquila, Italy. He was the oldest of eight children. He was predeceased by his parents Domenico and Nicolina, his two infant sons, his son-in-law Antonio Rocca, his brothers Antonio and Vittorio, and his sisters Angelina, Fernanda, and Candida. Mr. Pio proudly served his native Italy by fighting with the Italian forces during WWII. He came to Canada with his family in 1962 from Pescocostanzo, Italy where he worked as a tailor and at the cotton mill until his retirement. Mr. Pio was an avid gardener, winemaker, and he enjoyed spending time outdoors, and in his younger years, skiing. His favourite pastime was sharing the experiences of his life with his family and he was famous for his colourful stories. Friends are invited to call at J.J. Patterson & Sons Funeral Residence 19 Young Street, Welland on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where a Vigil will be conducted at 2 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church on Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock. Rite of Committal at Pleasantview Mausoleum. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Welland Hospital Foundation - ICU or the Kidney Foundation. on line memories and condolences at www.jjpatterson.ca As a memorial tribute, a tree will be planted in Memory Woods. A tree grows - memories live. 11396204