RALPH (RAFFAELE) NATALE

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RALPH (RAFFAELE) NATALE It is with deep sadness and loving memories that we announce that Ralph (Raffaele) Natale passed peacefully at his home on November 1, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Elsie (nee Seminchuk), daughter Rose and husband Rob Derksen, sisters Lesina and Tonina and families in Italy, nephews Lucio, Antonello, and Johnny and families in Florida and Georgia, and Elsie's family Olga and Nick, Tony and Vreni, John and Olga, Norma and Willie, Claire and Dave, Victor and Cecile, Verna and Owen, Angela and Dale, Joan, Earl, Liz and their families. He was predeceased by his parents Antonio and Rosa, brother Nicola, recently his sister Leonetta and husband Tullio. Ralph was born in Taranta, Italy on June 20, 1938, and came to Canada in 1957 to find work. He started with Manitoba Clothing Co., and after working at Tip Top and Hanford Drewitt, was able to establish Osborne Tailors which he operated until retirement. He enjoyed his travels to Hawaii, Venezuela, New York, and Florida, time with family at the trailer in Pinawa and then Tall Timber Lodge, and his cars. He also enjoyed trips to Elsie's family's farms, and always talked about how much he loved the food. In later years it was trips to Fargo, and any reason to go to Red Lobster. Thanks to our family and friends for all their love, support, and friendship. Also thanks to great neighbours John and Bernie for their friendship and help. It was and still is so much appreciated. A service will be held at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St., Winnipeg on Saturday, November 8 at 11:00 a.m. We love and miss you. Riposare in Pace. 204-586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 05, 2014