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PIETRO NICOLA CRISTILLO

PIETRO NICOLA CRISTILLO obituary

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Chapel Ridge Funeral Home

8911 Woodbine Avenue

Markham, Ontario

PIETRO CRISTILLO Obituary

PIETRO (PETER) NICOLA CRISTILLO It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pietro (Peter) Nicola Cristillo, who with his family at his side, passed away in his sleep on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at the age of 79. Peter was a humble and hardworking man, who began building a life for his family from the moment he arrived to Canada from his native Macchiagodena, Italy in 1952. With ten loaned dollars in his pocket, Peter sought to create a new life in Canada, working tirelessly to send money home to help support his family in Italy and sponsor family members to Canada, all while working towards creating a future for himself and his family. Ambitious to educate himself and provide for his family, Peter worked tirelessly to educate himself both in English and in the field of construction, attending various night schools where he achieved a CET. For over 50 years, Peter served as a General Superintendent Project Manager on many of Toronto's renowned landmarks, such as St. James Town, King's Landing and Markham Civic Centre. Even after his retirement, Peter always had a project on the go, whether at the cottage, or in his workshop at home. Peter was a humble man of integrity and hard work, who left behind a legacy of love and generosity and countless stories and life lessons that will live on through the family he held so close to his heart. Peter will be sadly missed by his wife of 59 years, Giovanna and their three children Donna (Sam) Narducci, Danny (Marie) Cristillo, Rocky (Linda) Cristillo and his 6 grandchildren, Nadia, Jason, Andrew, Jordan, Lucas and Andre. Peter will be also fondly remembered by his siblings John (Joanne) Cristillo, Tony (Frances) Cristillo and Filomena (Ben) Verdile, along with a large extended family of beloved cousins, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at Chapel Ridge Funeral Home, 8911 Woodbine Avenue, on Tuesday, April 16th from 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. Service will be held at Our Lady Queen of the World, 10411 Bayview Avenue, on Wednesday, April 17th at 11 a.m.

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Published by Toronto Star on Apr. 15, 2013.

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T Verdile

April 17, 2013

You were a man I hold deep within the walls of my heart. I see you puttsing around the cottage grounds busy a everything in peace! Peace and love goes out to my extended family...so close...my brothers and sisters. I love you all very much. My heart aches for Zia & Mamamia, I'll get though this by knowing his purpose on earth was fulfilled and God needed him in heaven. He'll continue to watch over us~this I know for sure~thank you uncle Pete I can only hope to instill just a smidgen of what you gave unconditionally of yourself to so many others. Love and Respect T Verdile

Danny Milone

April 17, 2013

My heart felt condolances. I had the pleasure of meeting Pietro sometime ago; I will never forget the great way he made me feel when he referred to me as the "bachelor". Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

April 16, 2013

My deepest condolences for your loss to you and your family.
Nancy Cammisuli

April 16, 2013

We are so very sorry to hear of your precious loss. Remember the moments of smile and laughter! With much love hugs and kisses, Mario and Libby

April 16, 2013

To the Cristillo Family,

Wishing all of you 'peace', 'comfort' and 'courage' to face the days ahead. The loving memories you have of your "DAD" will 'forever' be in your 'hearts'.

Our 'thoughts' & 'prayers' are with all of you during this difficult time.

Anna & Franca Ursini

Christine & Clement Carelse

April 15, 2013

Our sympathy to the family. You have lost a wonderful, gentle man.

Fellow Waubaushene cottagers and Talpines members, Christine and Clement

Allison Sanderson RPN

April 15, 2013

It was a honor to be able to nurse your father in his final days. The amount of love and support that you his family showed is beyond measure. Take pride in that fact that you were there for him until the end. My condolances to you all.

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8911 Woodbine Avenue, Markham, ON L3R 5G1