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Raffaele Torchia Obituary
Raffaele Torchia
1922-2013
On January 5th, 2013, Raffaele Torchia of 90 years passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side. Raffaele was born on January 12, 1922 to parents Joe and Maria Torchia in Amato Catanzaro, Italy. He was predeceased by his loving wife Vittoria in 2004 after 54 years of marriage.
He is survived by his sons Mario (Elaine) Torchia, Joe Torchia, and Dave Torchia; his daughters Filomena Carnovale, Pierina (Doug) Nystoruk, and Raffelina Kellington. Grandchildren; Darcy, Rashel, Daniel, Maria, Meghan, Michael, and Teah; seven great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Serafina Loschiavo, son in law Blair Kellington, daughter in law Sherry Blower along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.
After returning from the war, Ralph immigrated to Kamloops in 1951with his wife Vittoria and son Mario where they made Kamloops their home for the past 62 years. His employment years began with working on his Uncle Pete Morelli?s farm when they arrived to Canada. As his family began to grow, Ralph was fortunate in expanding his employment opportunities. From the farm, Ralph worked construction for many years with Interior Contracting until he landed a full time job with the City of Kamloops. This took him to his retirement in February 1987. Dad was very proud of the opportunity given to him in becoming a Canadian citizen and having the life he had.
Dad?s memorable pastimes besides spending time with his loving family and friends were tending to his garden, fruit trees and grape vines in his back yard. This was his favorite place and could be guaranteed to find him sitting at his picnic table smoking his pipe in the company of his neighbors and the family dogs. Sometimes you would be greeted with him sitting in his favorite chair outside the front door when you pulled into the driveway, of course smoking his pipe and a smile on his face. Dad enjoyed the time and friendship spent with Tony at his welding shop, his daily walks, and the friendships he made in his 90 years.
We would like to express a heartfelt thank you to the Home Support Workers, 7 North Nursing Staff and Kamloops Hospice for the loving care you provided to our dad. Dr. Joslyn Conley and Dr. Johan Van Heerden , thank you for your kindness and compassion given to our dad in his last days. To family and friends, thank you for your love and support.
Dad you will be forever loved and held dear in our hearts. We will all miss you.
Prayers will be recited on Thursday January 10th, 2013 at 7:00pm at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. Reverend Father Peter will celebrate the mass of Christian burial at the Church on Friday January 11th, 2013 at 11:00am. Entombment will follow at Sage Valley Mausoleum, Hillside Cemetery.
Should friends desire donations in memory of Raffaele Torchia to Kamloops Hospice 72 Whiteshield Cres S Kamloops, BC V2E 2S9 are appreciated.
1922-2013
On January 5th, 2013, Raffaele Torchia of 90 years passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side. Raffaele was born on January 12, 1922 to parents Joe and Maria Torchia in Amato Catanzaro, Italy. He was predeceased by his loving wife Vittoria in 2004 after 54 years of marriage.
He is survived by his sons Mario (Elaine) Torchia, Joe Torchia, and Dave Torchia; his daughters Filomena Carnovale, Pierina (Doug) Nystoruk, and Raffelina Kellington. Grandchildren; Darcy, Rashel, Daniel, Maria, Meghan, Michael, and Teah; seven great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Serafina Loschiavo, son in law Blair Kellington, daughter in law Sherry Blower along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.
After returning from the war, Ralph immigrated to Kamloops in 1951with his wife Vittoria and son Mario where they made Kamloops their home for the past 62 years. His employment years began with working on his Uncle Pete Morelli?s farm when they arrived to Canada. As his family began to grow, Ralph was fortunate in expanding his employment opportunities. From the farm, Ralph worked construction for many years with Interior Contracting until he landed a full time job with the City of Kamloops. This took him to his retirement in February 1987. Dad was very proud of the opportunity given to him in becoming a Canadian citizen and having the life he had.
Dad?s memorable pastimes besides spending time with his loving family and friends were tending to his garden, fruit trees and grape vines in his back yard. This was his favorite place and could be guaranteed to find him sitting at his picnic table smoking his pipe in the company of his neighbors and the family dogs. Sometimes you would be greeted with him sitting in his favorite chair outside the front door when you pulled into the driveway, of course smoking his pipe and a smile on his face. Dad enjoyed the time and friendship spent with Tony at his welding shop, his daily walks, and the friendships he made in his 90 years.
We would like to express a heartfelt thank you to the Home Support Workers, 7 North Nursing Staff and Kamloops Hospice for the loving care you provided to our dad. Dr. Joslyn Conley and Dr. Johan Van Heerden , thank you for your kindness and compassion given to our dad in his last days. To family and friends, thank you for your love and support.
Dad you will be forever loved and held dear in our hearts. We will all miss you.
Prayers will be recited on Thursday January 10th, 2013 at 7:00pm at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. Reverend Father Peter will celebrate the mass of Christian burial at the Church on Friday January 11th, 2013 at 11:00am. Entombment will follow at Sage Valley Mausoleum, Hillside Cemetery.
Should friends desire donations in memory of Raffaele Torchia to Kamloops Hospice 72 Whiteshield Cres S Kamloops, BC V2E 2S9 are appreciated.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Published by Kamloops This Week on Sep. 11, 2013.
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