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FRANCESCO LOSCHIAVO
Date of Passing: Mar 24, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryFRANCESCO LOSCHIAVO The family of Frank Loschiavo are profoundly saddened by the untimely and sudden loss of their beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather Francesco Loschiavo on March 24, 2018 at his winter home in Rincon de Guayabitos, Mexico at the age of 85. He was predeceased by his loving parents Saverio & Teresa, in-laws Roberto and Concetta Cantafio, brothers-in-law Richard Scerbo and Emilio Abuisi and two sisters in infancy. He leaves to mourn his passing his loving wife of 64 years Serafina, his nine children Sam (Sheryl), Teresa (Nigel), Bob (Dalyce), Vesuvia (Brett), Franca (Jamie), Al (Michele), Joe (Belinda), Meriana (Eric), Sandro (Jacquie) and his sisters Serafina Abuisi in Winnipeg, and Fedora Ruga (Gino) in Amato. Grandpa leaves to mourn the "apples of his eye" his 22 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, with #12 and #13 great-grandchild due in May and September, many nieces, nephews and lifelong friends in Italy, Canada, USA and Mexico. Frank was born in Amato, Catanzaro Italy and immigrated to Canada in 1954 where he married his sweetheart in October 1954. Upon his arrival in Canada, Frank worked at Dominion Motors starting out washing cars and eventually became the foreman of the paint department. In 1971 he and Sera started Roma Auto Body. As his sons Sam & Bob became of age they joined the company and eventually took the business over in 1992. Frank never formally retired and for the last 39 years was a farmer enjoying many years cultivating and turning his beautiful orchard into his paradise. The family spent many wonderful years together in his beloved orchard in Kelowna, BC. Frank and Sera's second paradise in Rincon de Guayabitos was their winter home where family and friends frequented over the last decade. Frank adored the Mexican people and their culture. He met many lifelong friends there and he cherished his time together with them. The family would like to thank the wonderful friends who Frank & Sera spent their winters in Mexico with for the time and compassion shown to Sera during this difficult time. He will be carried to his final resting place by his 22 grandchildren, Christopher, Brittany, Bryce, Bryan, Dwight, Sydney, Dustin, Ian, Alyssa, Megan, Karly, Shanley, Mitchell, Nicolas, Olivia, Ashley, Aeden, Alexa, Colton, Julia, Isabella and Sophia. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church, 510 River Avenue, viewing and condolences will take place at 10:00 a.m .and mass will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Father Gerry Ward presiding. Entombment will follow at Glen Eden Cemetery at 4477 Main St. Winnipeg, MB. Flowers gratefully declined, if friends and family so desire, please take time to help someone less fortunate than you. "He loved his family and will forever be by our side". For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit www.chapellawn.ca Chapel Lawn Funeral Home 204-885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 07, 2018
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Dear Sera, My favourite memory was watching Frank and you dance around every ballroom floor from the time I was a little girl. I was in awe of you both, always smiling and enjoying each other. I used to tell Vesuvia that often throughout the years. My deepest condolences to the entire family Sera, Sam, Theresa, Bobby, Vesuvia, Franka, Al, Jojo, Maryanna, Sandro and families. "What we keep in Memory stays in our hearts forever." Love to you all. Kym Loschiavo - Posted by: Kym Loschiavo (Friend ) on: Jun 05, 2018
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So sorry to hear of Frank's passing. I always enjoyed his and Sera's company in Guayabitos over the last few years. Special condolences to his wife Sera and the rest of his loving family. Will so miss his sense of humour. - Posted by: Gloria Evans (friend) on: Apr 15, 2018
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I remember Mr. Loschiavo as a strong, hard working man. Frank had a great sense of humour and he loved his children. I remember helping around the kitchen and with the chores. It was fun getting everything together for their family gatherings. - Posted by: Filomena Donaldson (Family Friend) on: Apr 10, 2018
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Our prayers and thoughts are with the whole family at this time, as our family is also in mourning for my beloved wife, Imma Cantafio, who passed away March 20th. Our sympathies and our prayers go out to you. Gregorio and family (Dominic and Vivian; Mario; Anna Maria and Tony Palmisani; Paul; Roberto and Trish; and all my grandchildren). - Posted by: Gregorio Cantafio (Family) on: Apr 10, 2018
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My thoughts are prayers are with the entire entire Loschiavo family during this time. - Posted by: Stella Cianflone (friend) on: Apr 09, 2018
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Frank was a larger than life kind of person, gregarious, generous to a fault with family at the heart of whatever he did. I have such fond memories of him and Sara coming to our home in Calgary with fruit they had hand-picked specifically for me and my family from their farm in Kelowna. They would always make a point to stop by in late summer on their drive back to Winnipeg. And they'd never forget to bring something for my late son as that was around the time of his birthday. In fact to this day my wife still takes out one of the balloon-baubles they gave him whenever there's a family birthday celebration. To Sara, your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren Joanne and I send all our thoughts and heart-felt prayers. Frank left an enduring legacy and some huge shoes that will be very hard to fill. - Posted by: Peter Mario Cosentino (Cousin) on: Apr 08, 2018
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Hard to believe he is gone. He looked so well when we left Guayabitos. It won't be the same without him. May he rest in peace. George Zakos - Posted by: George and Joyce (Good friends) on: Apr 08, 2018
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Sera and family Our thoughts and prayers are with you all @ this difficult time. Our friend will be sadly missed, he was very kind to all of us. May he rest in peace! Dennis & Evelyn Edmonton, Ab - Posted by: Dennis & Evelyn Sherdahl (Freind) on: Apr 07, 2018
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We are so very sorry to hear this tragic news. We were just reminiscing about the wonderful day spent with Michelle and Al in Guayabitos and how incredibly generous and hospitable Frank & Sera were. Our sincere condolences to you both and your family. Janice & Brian xo - Posted by: Janice Day & Brian Baizley (Friends) on: Apr 07, 2018
