RAFFAELE GIUSEPPE ANANIA (RALPH)

Condolences & Memories (21 entries)

• It is with such sadness that we write our words of condolences and we are extremely sorry that we weren’t able to pay our respects in person. I will very much miss Ralph, his upbeat personality and our weekly coffee times with the boys. - Posted by: Filomena and Luciano Cista (Family friends) on: Feb 25, 2022

• I am so sorry to hear about your loss, and you have my deepest condolences. Raffaele had a great impact on me, even though he probably never knew it. Many years ago when I was around six years old he did some renovation work for my family. I followed him around with curiosity and I'm sure asked him an irritating amount of questions about what he was doing. Instead of being annoyed with me he took time to explain and even involve me where he could. That kindness sparked a curiosity in me that had guided me through many aspects of my life. One day he arrived for work at our house and gifted me a child sized tool belt and mini hammer so that I could be his apprentice. Forty years later I still have that hammer, and it reminds me of how good people can be to each other. Raffaele’s kindness was unmatched, and I can only imagine what a great person he was for those lucky enough to call him family. He will be missed. - Posted by: Mark Falvo (Apprentice) on: Feb 25, 2022

• Sending our love and prayers to the family. We are so heartbroken to hear of your loss. Our sincere condolences. - Posted by: Giovanna & Saverio Buoncore (Cousins) on: Feb 24, 2022

• My dearest deepest condolences. I couldn't believe it. He was a very great and loving caring person. My deepest sympathy to all his family. - Posted by: Phyllis Wolanski (Friend) on: Feb 24, 2022

• My condolences to Ralph's family. He was always courteous and welcoming whenever we crossed paths. I appreciated his friendship. - Posted by: john conci (friend) on: Feb 24, 2022

• To the Anania family and kin we offer our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Raffaele. He always had a smile on his face and a pleasant disposition. He lived life to the fullest. He brought enthusiasm and determination to all of life’s challenges. - Posted by: Stan and Anna Carbone (Friends ) on: Feb 24, 2022

• Our sincere condolences to the entire Anania family ... your great love for him will keep him always near to your hearts and memories. - Posted by: Mario & Silvia Aiello Family (friends) on: Feb 23, 2022

• We would like to offer our sincere condolences through this difficult time. Ralph's smile, laugh and welcoming nature was contagious. Our families have fond memories of the times spent together at Birds Hill Park and at the Amatese picnics. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Cenzina and Dominic Caligiuri & Marziale and Elisa Di Fabrizio (Friends) on: Feb 23, 2022

• Our deepest condolences to the Anania family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Joe & Rosa Buoncore (Friend ) on: Feb 23, 2022

• So sorry to hear about the passing of Raffaele. Our condolences to the family. - Posted by: Rosa and Reg Rutherford (Family friends) on: Feb 23, 2022

• We are sorry to hear of Raffaele's passing. Our deepest condolences to the family. Ralph was a friendly, kind and loving man. We will always remember him for the fun times at Birds Hill Park in the summer time and the wonderful dinner gatherings. Rob, Franca, Davide and Dante - Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. - Posted by: Tony and Maria Ciancaglini (Friends) on: Feb 22, 2022

• Our condolences to family on the passing of Ralph. have very fond memories of him in Gimli and remember Ralph always smiling; Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Frank Caligiuri & Josie D'Andrea - Posted by: Frank Caligiuri (friend) on: Feb 22, 2022

• I am so sorry to hear that Raffaele passed away...I met your dad at Brightwater when he would come and visit your mom..he was a kind and generous soul...he would walk around with Lucia singing in Italian..my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time... - Posted by: Patricia L. Todd (friend) on: Feb 21, 2022

• Our most heartfelt condolences to Ralph Anania's family for their loss. Ralph was the most wonderful longtime neighbour that one could ask for! Always ready to advise, help out and share his glorious tomatoes. He shall be greatly missed, Oksana (Osama) Rozumna Vera Hrycenko. - Posted by: OKSANA ROZUMNA (NEIGHBOUR/FRIEND) on: Feb 21, 2022

• My condolences to the family on the passing of Raffaele. - Posted by: Cathy Fedick (Caligiuri) (Friend) on: Feb 21, 2022

• We want to express our heartfelt condolences to the family on the passing of Raffaele. From Ralph and Josie Caligiuri - Posted by: Ralph and Josie Caligiuri (Friends) on: Feb 21, 2022

• We express our deepest condolences on the passing of this truly wonderful family man. He will be missed. - Posted by: Frank Aquila and Karen Hanson (Friends) on: Feb 21, 2022

• We were so sorry to learn about Ralph’s passing. Your parent’s had a great garden and were so generous to share with my parents- Doug and Marg Hicks. Our sympathy is with you all at this difficult time. - Posted by: Lorraine & Craig Walton (nee Hicks) (Neighbors at Gimli ) on: Feb 19, 2022

• We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Father, Nanno, husband, and our friend Raffaele!! We met Raffaele at Brightwater and hit it off straight away!! We have had many wonderful conversations and laughs and tears as we made the best of our Loved ones being at Brightwater. He loved so wholeheartedly and always had a voice for Lucia whom he loved with all his heart!!! He was an incredible man and I’m blessed that he came into our lives!! He always came by and said a big hello to my Mom, Diane Allison and she always had a big smile for him!! To this day we speak of him often as he really was a brilliant light to us!! We will never forget Raffaele !!! We send our prayers to you all!! With Love, Carolyn &Larry Finnson - Posted by: Carolyn and Larry Finnson (Friend) on: Feb 19, 2022

• Very sorry for your loss. Thoughts amd Prayers to your family in this very difficult time. My sincerest condolences Phil - Posted by: Phil Starodub (Friend) on: Feb 19, 2022

• Sorry for the loss of your dad Greg thinking of you , condolences to the family - Posted by: Rosa Sciangula @ family (Friends) on: Feb 19, 2022