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Andrea PETRUZZELLI Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province from Nov. 26 to Nov. 27, 2016.

PETRUZZELLI, Andrea
July 27, 1931 – November 17, 2016
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Andrea Petruzzelli on November 17, 2016. Andrea was a loving husband, a dedicated father of three, a devoted grandfather of ten beautiful grandchildren, a loyal brother, and friend. Andrea was predeceased by his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Maria; and is survived by sisters Lenuccia and Maria, and brother Cosimo. There will be a Viewing on Tuesday, November 29 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Ocean View Funeral Home Chapel. Prayers and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 30 at 10:00 a.m. at St Francis of Assisi Parish, 2025 Napier Street, Vancouver. Entombment will follow at Ocean View Burial Park, South Mausoleum, 4000 Imperial Street, Burnaby. You lived an unbelievably full 85 years, Dad, and your incredible impact on all of our lives will never be forgotten. We will love you forever. God bless you on your ultimate journey, Papa: Nicola, Cosimo, and Teresa.

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February 4, 2017

Thank you so much to New Vista for putting on such a wonderful memorial the other day. I was beautiful hearing so many kind thoughts and feelings that dearest Andrea evoked from lots of people who give much of themselves working with our beloved elderly the way they do. Kudos on a beautiful service.

December 6, 2016

Never goodbye, only "until we meet again".

I will love you forever, Dad.

Teresa Natola

December 4, 2016

November 30, 2016

Mr Petruzzelli's eulogy as delivered by granddaughters Marina & Connie:

READER 1: (Marina)
"Andrea Petruzzelli was born in Bari, Italy on July 27, 1931, to his mother Teresa, and his father Nicola.

In 1957, he wed his wife of nearly sixty years, Maria, and together they raised three children, Nicola, Cosimo and Teresa, who, in turn, produced a total of ten grandchildren.

Andrea always demonstrated a wonderful sense of humour, and a deep-rooted passion for helping others. He was brilliantly gifted when it came to using his hands, and he was the kind of guy who could literally fix anything. He was a terrific mechanic who worked as tirelessly on bicycles as he did on motors. He was also a self-taught construction wizard, and he handled numerous chores expertly, such as electrical, plumbing, dry-walling, and even flooring. If you needed assistance with a fix-it job, you never had to ask Andrea twice. He was always there - ready to offer a solution."

READER 2: (Connie)
"This quality, above all, will earn Andrea the cherished distinction of being a truly good man. If, when someone passes on, those left behind can honestly state: Now, this was a good person; can there truly exist a more treasured compliment?

His long career as the chief maintenance person at the Canadian Battery Corporation in Richmond was a great example of how a thriving major business flourished primarily because Andrea kept some extremely complex machines running smoothly 24/7.

As his beloved wife Maria passed away last December, there is comfort to be felt at knowing that they have now, almost one year later been reunited in spirit.

There is no doubt that Andrea's loss will be felt for a long time. His three children, Nicola, Cosimo and Teresa, and his grand-children will never forget their Dad, or their beloved Nonno Andrea.

God bless you Andrea, and as you soar freely and without the chains of physical illness in your new life, fly like the highest bird in the sky.

Farewell, dear prince."

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Gina and Joe Parrotta

November 30, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

November 28, 2016

..........free at last..........

November 27, 2016

Please accept our sincere condolence for the
Passing of your father. Gino and Mary Albergo

November 24, 2016

Our deepest condolences and thoughts go out to the Petruzzellis and their families. Very sad news to hear of Andrea's passing. Paul and Tammy

November 23, 2016

The Kitchener Lane between Renfrew and Nootka will never be the same again! The block has lost its most faithful handyman; a man who was always willing to lend a hand to his fellow neighbour. Bless you, Andy! Rest in peace!

Francesca Gasparre

November 23, 2016

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

November 23, 2016

you will be dearly missed

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