Arnaldo Antonio "Tony" Berardocco

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Arnaldo Antonio Berardocco on December 24, 2020 at the age of 86 after a brief but valiant fight with cancer. Beloved husband of Maria (nee Nardone) for nearly 60 years; cherished father to Luciano (Clara), Sandro (Jacquie), and Tina Di Cesare (Fabian); adored nonno to Matthew (Melanie), Alyssa, Victoria, Daniele, Kiera, and Ethan. Lovingly remembered by his brothers and sisters, late Mafalda Sciarra (late Corradino), late Nicola (late Celeste), Lelio (Concetta), Remo (Anna), Romolo (Laura), and Ginetta Gucciardi (Luigi), and brothers- and sisters-in-law, late Pantaleone (Gina), Fernando (Albina), Norina Sartorelli (late Angelo), Peppino (Concetta), and Piacentina Antonelli (Guido). Predeceased by his parents Luciano and Assunta, parents-in-law Michele Nicola, Piacentina, and Maria Nardone (stepmother). Tony will be dearly missed by many nieces, nephews, and cousins in Canada, the United States, Italy, and Australia. Tony was born in Miglianico, Chieti, Italy and, after his military service, he travelled to Jasper, Alberta, Canada in 1957 to work on the railroad. In 1961, he returned to Italy to marry Maria, and shortly after, they continued their life in Canada. Over the next 60 years, Tony became a founding member of the Val Del Foro Italian Social Club, retired from the Ford Motor Company after 31 years of service, was knighted by the Republic of Italy as Cavaliere Ordine al Merito della Repubblica Italiana for his military achievements, and raised a beautiful family. Family and friends meant everything to Tony and Maria; their home was always open for a visit, with wine, a homemade meal, and an espresso to finish it off. He and Maria enjoyed their travels around the world to reunite with friends and family. They loved their winter home in Florida, enjoying the beach, playing bocce and cards, and dancing the night away at the clubhouse. Tony will be remembered for his passion for winemaking and his garden. He will also be remembered for his generous heart and warm smile, but above all, spending time with his grandchildren, taking them fishing, and supporting and celebrating their accomplishments. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Voon and Brenda for their exceptional care, the compassionate caregivers, especially Elyse and Rebecca, and the supportive staff at The Carpenter Hospice and both the Juravinski and Joseph Brant Hospitals. Due to current restrictions, the Funeral Prayer Service and Entombment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery will be private. The Funeral Prayer Service, officiated by Father Janusz, will be broadcasted on Tuesday, December 29 at 1:00 p.m. EST. Please visit www.smithsfh.com for the livestream link and to share photos, memories, and condolences. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date once it is safe to do so. Memorial donations in Tony's name to The Carpenter Hospice at www.thecarpenterhospice.com or the Cancer Assistance Program Hamilton www.cancerassist.ca are sincerely appreciated. Sempre nei nostri cuore. Riposa in pace.