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Luciano FARNO Obituary
Devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and steadfast friend. He passed suddenly in his 80th year.
Defined by his love of family, opera, art and the joy that he brought to others.
He attended seminary college in Italy where his love of reading and learning flourished. A life-long aficionado of classical literature, in particular those originals written in Latin and his native Italian, he could be counted on to colour the conversation with countless poems recited from memory. His favourite was Dante's The Divine Comedy. In his free time when he wasn't doting on his wife or daughters, he always had a book or two nearby.
Luciano was community-focused and enhanced the local culture through his dedicated volunteer work at the Italian Cultural Centre and St. Anthony's Catholic Church. His enthusiasm for community events was shared with his wife of 57 years, Raffaella, and together they were fixtures on the dance floor.
Music was a gift he shared by singing in a number of choirs including the Italian Alpini Choir of Thunder Bay, the Thunder Bay Symphony Choir and the Italian Choral Group of St. Anthony's Church. He regularly volunteered his beautiful tenor voice to the funeral services of friends and to those in need. (His nickname was Pavarotti.)
His loss looms large - and is felt by many, but his memory will be treasured forever. A Celebration of Life will follow in the Spring. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be sent to:
[email protected]
To Papa: The Ferryman has received coin. We wish you safe passage across the river so your soul may roam free amidst music and laughter. You will be cherished forever.
Letum non omnia finit - Propertius
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Memories and Condolences
for Luciano FARNO
23 Entries
Shaynaz Malleck
March 27, 2024
Kind and sweet father of Maria and Delia. Growing up with Maria, (my fellow piano friend.) I ca remember many summers during the Italian festival when Luciano and Lina would dance and take everyone's breath away. He was a also very fun to be around when I would visit her family home. Being away from TBay, I am saddened to hear of his passing. I wanted to offer condolences on behalf of myself and my family. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Farno family. May your hearts heal with time.
Joyce D´Angelo
January 20, 2024
Cara Lina e famiglia;
Mi è dispiaciuto tanto sentire di Luciano. Ricorderò sempre il suo spirito felice e il suo amore per te Lina. Ho bei ricordi dei tempi trascorsi insieme come vicini di casa che si sono trasformati in una meravigliosa amicizia. Penso a tutti voi in questo momento e vi invio le mie più sincere condoglianze. Abbracci Gioia
Ron and Paulina Agostino
January 14, 2024
Dear Raffaella, Maria, Delia and Family.
Our Deepest condolences for your loss. We have many fond memories of Luciano. He was kind, funny and always had a smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Paul and Irene Cava
January 12, 2024
Dear Raffaella and family
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Luciano was a wonderful gentleman. Our prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Sincerely Paul and Irene Cava
Wendy Ackermann
January 11, 2024
To our dearest Delia and family, so sorry for your loss. May you find light in this dark time and hold onto the love. Wendy, Izak, Lia and Luka
Mira, Rosa and Benny Arella
January 9, 2024
Lina, Maria and Delia
Always a friendly greeting whenever we ran into Luciano. We have so many fond memories living on Machar Ave as neighbours that we will cherish. He will be missed. Our sincere condolences
Patricia Tucci
January 9, 2024
Sending my sincerest condolences. I will always remember him with a smile and a kind word for all. My condolences to Mrs Farno and Delia.
Rosetta Berardi Fong
January 8, 2024
Mrs Farno, Maria and Delia;
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss.
Mr Farno was one of the nicest people I´ve had the pleasure of knowing.
Always a kind word and smile.
He will be missed.
May he forever R.I.P
Rosetta Berardi Fong
Mario Macchione
January 8, 2024
Lina, Maria, Delia, and family, I have no words to describe how I have been feeling the last couple of days.
My deepest condolences for your loss. Luciano will be deeply missed but remembered forever.
Angelo and Mary Connie Marino
January 8, 2024
Sincere condolences
Benny Melchiorre
January 7, 2024
Our condolences to the family for the loss of Liciano farno. When we heard of Luciano death was like a thunder or a lightning on a sunny day I couldn´t believe it I was talking with him on the phone few days before and he was ok and few days later he was gone, unfortunately this life we need to accept Gods will. I know that is hard to lose a family member we hope that all memories spent together as a family and all the good things that Luciano did for his family and the all community will help you get through this difficult time of your life, we assure you that our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Gina Prete
January 7, 2024
Le mie condoglianze a voi Comari Lina Maria and Delia .compari Aldo rimane nei nostri cuori uno abracio famiglia Prete Gina
Kamali
January 7, 2024
Feeling sad to hear your loss Delia. I know how hard it is to accept the sudden vacuum. No words can console. May God be with you all and guide you through this.
Kamali, Sundari, Aravind, Mani
Evelyn M. Gillson
January 7, 2024
Delia and families: Please accept my condolences on the passing of your mother and father within a few months of each other.
Rossana Edwardson
January 7, 2024
Zia Lina, Maria and Delia and Families. I am so sorry to hear about Zio Luciano he was always smiling and I loved watching you dance together as a couple and loved hearing him sing. He is the last of my fathers brothers to pass and I hope now that they are reunited together they are listening to beautiful Italian music and sharing a glass or two of wine together. Sending you all my love, your niece Rossana Edwardson and Family
Josi Pasquale Gallo and family
January 7, 2024
Lina,Maria,Delia and families we are so very sorry to hear of Luciano´s passing.He was a wonderful caring smart man and we have so many fond memories of times spent together shared many laughs and conversations over the years .We have known you all a lifetime and will miss the phone calls and conversations we had .No one can take your memories away of a much loved husband father and grandfather keep them close to your heart and he will always be with you all.Sending much condolences love and hugs and prayers.Josi Pasquale Gallo and family
Eva Carpino Gibson
January 6, 2024
Lina, Maria, Delia, and families, our deepest condolences to you all during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dan, Eva Carpino Gibson and family.
Adriana
January 6, 2024
Our deepest heartfelt condolences to Lina, Maria, Delia, and families. Adriana Carpino Pilato and Family .
Dino Devuono
January 6, 2024
From the DeVuono family our deepest condolences he will be missed
Kathie
January 6, 2024
Such sad news Maria and family. Sincere condolences from Kathie and Joel Perry.
Piero Massei & family
January 6, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Maria & Guy Miceli
January 6, 2024
Dearest Zia Lina, cousins, Maria and Delia and family, we are so sorry and brokenhearted for your loss. We have many fond memories of our dear uncle Luciano. We will dearly miss him. Our sympathies, and our condolences to you. Love you. Miceli and Gammond family.
Paolo and Carmen Macchione
January 6, 2024
We are saddened and heartbroken to lose such a wonderful person and a very good friend. Lena you are in our thoughts today and forever. Girls look after your Momma she is a precious soul as was your Papa. I remember like yesterday he's beautiful voice singing Ava Maria at my daughter's wedding and all the wonderful conversations we had. Today salute your beautiful soul.
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