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Gianfranco Giammaria Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and The Province on Jan. 3, 2007.

GIAMMARIA _ Gianfranco, born January 13, 1971, passed away suddenly December 30, 2006. Gianfranco is survived by his loving wife Denise; children Dante, Mauro and Alessia; parents Lina and Nicola; sister Annamaria; parents-in-law Angelo and Nori Andolfatto; brother-in-law Paul Andolfatto (Maria); nieces Emma and Olivia and other relatives in Burnaby, Montreal, and many in Italy. Gianfranco was a true example of love, kindness and peace. He was a devoted son, husband, father and friend, a passionate teacher and vice principal at St. Helen's School in Burnaby and was enthusiastically involved in the St. Helen's Church community and community sports including hockey and soccer. Prayers will be offered on Thursday, January 4 at 7:00pm from St. Helen's Church, 3860 Triumph St., Burnaby where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 1:00 pm. Rev. Louis Piran, c.s. celebrant. Entombment, Ocean View Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the B.C. Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a trust fund for Gianfranco's children, c/o Giammaria Educational Trust Fund at any CIBC branch. Bell and Burnaby Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.

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Anonymous

April 11, 2007

We wish you well in your time of grief.

anonymous

February 20, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Lara Corea

February 9, 2007

Wife,children,parents, and sister of Gianfranco,

We are still in disbelief over the loss of such a wonderful man. It is clear when reading the comments on this website that Gianfranco had a way of touching everyone he encountered. We can only imagine how much more he touched your lives.
We think of you often and pray for your peace and comfort.

Joseph and Lara Corea

Lucia Di Marzo

January 29, 2007

Comara, Compare, Annamaria, & Denise,

Non o parole da diri e un delore troppo grande una parte del vostro dolore e anche mio ti voglio tanto bene Gianfranco.

Comara Lucia & Compare Domenico

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Carmelina Cusano

January 27, 2007

Cara Famiglia Giammaria,
Adesso che le acque si sono assodate, desideriamo esprimere di nuovo le nostre piu' sentite condoglianze, consapevole che parole sono di poco conforto nella perdita di una persona cosi' cara. "La vita dei morti sta nella memoria dei vivi" e tutta le comunita' terra viva la memoria di questo giovane angelo che ha abbandonato troppo presto il mondo terreno.
Siete nei nostri pensieri e nelle nostre preghiere in questo periodo cosi' difficile.
Imploriamo Iddio che vi dia coraggio e consolazione e che presto riaccendi il vostro sorriso.

Carmelina, Pasquale, Marcella, Massimo, Giancarlo Cusano + Claudia e Franco

Marzena Bernacka

January 24, 2007

Dear Giammaria family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in your bereavement. Words cannot alone express how sorry I am to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers are with your family...may you find peace with time.

Maria and Ferdinando Moretto

January 23, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with Gianfranco's wife, children, parents and sister. We know that there will always be an emptiness in your hearts.

Denise Giammaria

January 21, 2007

To everyone, your kind words have touched us all. We thank everyone for the overwelming generosity for my children, the kindness in all forms and all the loving supportive prayers. Thank you on behalf of myself, Denise, Dante, Mauro, and Alessia. Gianfranco's parents and sister and all family members. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Sam Eng

January 16, 2007

Giammaria Family,

Our deepest sympathy on your loss. Gianfranco had such a wonderful smile that it warmed your heart. We will always remember that smile and regret we didn't get to see him more often.

Sam, Grace, Katelyn & Colin Eng

Lilia Coletta

January 15, 2007

Dear Giammaria Family
For years Mr. G. visited on hot lunch Wednesdays and he was always so considerate and thankful. Mr. G. taught all 3 of my boys and Alexander was with him this year and we are truely thankful for having had him as they call him their "favourite teacher". He made an impact on them as they respected him and now speak of him with wonderful memories which I'm sure they will never forget. There are not enough words to express the great sadness that we feel for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family and may God give you the strength and faith that you need today and everyday in the future.
Lilia John Daniel Michael Alexander Coletta

Andrew Tarling

January 14, 2007

We know first hand their are no words that can ease the pain of loss or help explain why this had to happen! Gianfranco was a wonderful person, a great friend, and will always be remembered. Our hearts, prayers and good wishes go out to the Giammaria family during this difficult time and we believe that Gianfranco's stregth will continue to be with you!
Love
Andrew, Susan and Brandon Tarling

Sandy Elwood

January 14, 2007

Hi,
I am a dear, old friend of Silvania and Doug Spindler. I was very touched to here of your husbands passing.
Silvania talked of what a wonderful, kind heart your husband was on this earth. He obviously touched many peoples lives. Perhaps God needed such an Angel in heaven to do his work.
I will keep you and your children in my nightly prayers.
Sandy

Orlando Ciccone

January 14, 2007

Giammaria Family,
Gianfranco was a great guy. He was always happy,kind, and caring. We will always remember him in our thoughts and in our hearts. Our prayers are with you always!
Love Orlando and Lori Ciccone

Dina and Julia Sumera

January 13, 2007

Our deepest condolences to you and the rest of your family. All three of my children were blessed to have had Gianfranco for their teacher at St.Helen's. He was a wonderful teacher and a positive role model for all the children. He was one of the kindest, gentlest and most compassionate people I had the pleasure of knowing. Gianfranco was an inspiration to us all and he touched so many lives. We will always remember his gentle spirit and his joy of life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Carlo Alberti

January 12, 2007

Gianfranco,

You were a role model for every child that met you and an inspiration to all your colleagues. You will be sorely missed in the community and your legacy will live on forever in our hearts.

Denise, may god give your family strength and hope during this difficult time.

Carlo, Silvana, Ivana, and Marina Alberti

Vanessa Abbinante

January 11, 2007

I was surprised to hear about Mr.G. He was a nice teacher. Mr. G was nice to everyone. He would say hi to them when he would go down the stairs to his classroom in the old artroom. Mr.G was in my team last year in gr. 2 for sports day and we were red. I am going to miss him. My mom, dad and sister are really going to miss him too. Mr.G was the best.

Kriss Quan

January 11, 2007

Denise,Mauro,Dante & Alessia,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kriss,Tony,Ryley,Neely & Tyler Quan

Isabella Abbinante

January 11, 2007

I am truly saddened by this tragic event. I couldn't even believe it when I found out about it. Mr. G was always very nice. He was a great coach and was currently coaching my Grade 6 basketball team. He always had a smile on his face and waved to everyone he saw walking down the hallway. I remember last year at our sports day, he was on the red team, and coached our team to win sports day! He will always be in my thoughts and prayers and he will never, ever, be forgotton. I'm sure that he is watching over us, all the time, from heaven. I hope his wonderful, joyful, and happy spirit will live in all of us for the rest of our lives. His memories will always be with us, no matter where we go.

Tina and Adriano Clemente

January 9, 2007

Denise, Dante, Mauro , Alessia the Giammaria and Andolfatto families...It's been almost a week since that tremendous outpouring of love for Gianfranco and the grief is still very evident with each passing day . Gianfranco was a man who epitimized living the way of God. He was a kind and gentle soul with open arms and an open heart to all of those around him. Mr G will surely be missed by all who knew and loved and respected him. There is a huge void in the St. Helens community may Gianfranco watch and protect over all that loved him from up above. He will be forever remembered in all of our hearts.

Doni Crema

January 9, 2007

Denise, Dante, Mauro and Alessia:
My thoughts and prayers go out to each one of you during this difficult time, and know that I will always be here for you.

Love
Doni Crema

Your Friends @ YVR

January 9, 2007

To Annmaria & Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Angie Bracaglia, Maria Borsa, Angela Forero, Maria Rossi, Tiggist Abraham, Phoun Vourn, Nasim Nazarali, Thierry Carrall

Keeping you in our prayers.

Berto & Cecilia Garbuio

January 9, 2007

Dearest Denise, Dante, Mauro, Alessia, and the Giammaria and Andolfatto families:

May the love of God bring you peace in this trying time, draw faith and courage from yourself and those who love you and Gianfranco. Remember the joy that he brought into your lives and the love that will never die. Always remember he is with you in your heart and in the hearts of the many others that love him.

God bless you.

Berto & Cecilia Garbuio
Sonia, Vania, Ronny & Denny and their families

Doreen Macfarlane

January 9, 2007

To the Giammaria Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May the lord carry you through this time of sorrow.

Jason Kazuta

January 9, 2007

I just heard of Gianfranco's passing yesterday through a childhood friend. The Giammaria family lived on the same block as me and we used to play together when we were kids along with his sister Annamaria and the other neighbourhood kids. I lived in the half blue house, second from the corner of the t-alley(with the 2 apple trees), while the Giammarias lived in the green house on the corner of Triumph & Nanaimo. I haven't seen the Giammaria family since they moved, but I never forgot them. To the Giammaria families, you have my deepest sympathies.

Gianfranco, I hope to meet you again...we can tear around on our bicycles again! Rest in peace.

donovan fong

January 8, 2007

To Denise,Dante,Mauro,and Alessia,

We mourn with you for such a great loss.He was such a gentleman,a passionate teacher and a patient coach. A kind and mild mannered Pillar in our St.Helen's community. Nancy,my children Brianna and Sean and I will miss his soft spoken greetings and gentle smiles with such kindness.

Mr.G - thank you for having touched our lives and we know that we have another angel watching over us from heaven.

We will keep all of you in our prayers.

The Fong Family
Donovan, Nancy, Brianna and Sean

Teresa Battista

January 8, 2007

Non ci sono parole che uno puo' esprimere per alleviare il dolore che sentite per la morte del vostro caro Gianfranco. Il Signore vi dia forza e pace in questi tristi giorni.

Le nostre condoglianze,
Joe, Teresa, Saro Battista & Luciana & Marco Barichello

Cynthia Rusnak

January 8, 2007

Dear Giammaria Family,

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Gianfranco was my classmate in high school, but more recently I would run into him at my nephew’s soccer games. He was always friendly. His devotion to his children shined through in his warm smile, energy and enthusiasm. Find comfort in knowing that Gianfranco touched and inspired so many people that crossed his path. He is in a wonderful place now, but will never be forgotten here on earth.

My prayers go out to you,

Tiana and Anita

January 8, 2007

We are extremely saddened by the loss of Gianfranco. He was a fabulous man. It was a privelege to have met him. He will be greatly missed!
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Giammaria family , may God give them the strength to get through this difficult time.

Tony Mannella

January 8, 2007

My deepest sympathies to the Giammaria family.

Dino Alberti

January 8, 2007

Dear Denise, Dante, Mauro & Alessia
Gianfranco was a wonderful human being, a great teacher, a fine example of Christian Witness, a super coach and a special friend.
He is will be deeply missed but, always remembered!
With Great Sympathy,
Dino, Rita, Amanda & Andrea Alberti

Darin, Marisa, Jake and Jarod MacDonald

January 8, 2007

Dear Giammaria Family,
We didn't know your family very well, other than spending a couple of weeks a year in Osoyoos but we have been incredibly saddened by your loss. It makes us look at life a little different now and we really cherish all the little things in life. We attended Gianfranco's funeral to pay respect to a fun, charming and loving person and to his family that will miss him so much.

Rissy(Doris), Doug, Colby, Madison and Erin Lantz

January 8, 2007

Denise, Dante, Mauro and Alessia,
Be it on the soccer field or in school Gianfranco always had a smile and a kind word to say. I know it has been said before but it is so true that God only takes the best. May God give you strengh Denise to carry on. Words seem so weak compared to the pain you must be feeling. You are all in our prayers. God Bless.

Teresa Cusati

January 8, 2007

Denise, Mr. G's kids, Giammaria and Andolfatto families,

We pray for your families to have the strength to face each new day without their husband, father, son and brother. The St. Helen's community has lost a strong leader and role model for our children. Our children are fortunate to have had his influence on their education.

Teresa, Frank, Francesca and Anthony Cusati

Lori Hirakida

January 8, 2007

Gianfranco was one of the kindest, gentlest men I have ever had the pleasure to meet. I met him working at the PNE and remember all the wonderful chats we had about raising children. My thoughts and well wishes to all his family. He will surely be missed by all that knew him.

January 7, 2007

Dearest Denise,Dante,Mauro,Alessia, Giammaria and Andolfatto family,
There are no words to express the sadness we feel for you and your family.Gianfranco was a beautiful man and a pillar in our community. He always had a smile on his face and made everyone feel welcome.He made a difference in our lives and he will dearly be missed by all of us. May God Bless you with strength today and always. Love,
Carie,Tony,Emilio,Mia and Jennifer Ricci

Natasha Sumera

January 7, 2007

Dear Mrs.G, Dante, Mauro and Alessia,
I am truly saddened to hear of Mr.G's passing. He was a remarkable and genuine man, like no other I have met. I had the pleasure of being in Mr.G's very first gr.6 class at St.Helen's and then later returning to go to camp and work as a counsellor along side this wonderful man. He taught his students, not only the curriculum, but more importantly, about life and values. He was so proud of his family and loved them all dearly and wanted to share his life with everyone he touched; I will never forget how Mr.G invited his students into his life when he shared his newborn son Dante with us within the first few weeks of our gr.6 year. I will not forget anything I learned from watching him role-model such an honorable life. Mr.G will be deeply missed by all those who he touched in his life. Mrs.G and kids may you find comfort in knowing what an amazing and inspirational man your husband/ father was, and how he loved you all dearly.

Ebru & Steve Montagano

January 7, 2007

Dearest Giammaria Family,
It is hard to find the words to express our saddness. All I can hear these days is Gianfranco's sweet voice saying "calma". His passing is so unbelievable. We had the pleasure of being in Eugene together that summer for our Master's. It was very obvious how much Gianfranco loved his family and would do anything for his friends. He had such an incredibly wonderful personality and a smile that would just make everything ok. We are so so sad and feel such a loss and we didn't even know him that well. This tells you what kind of an exceptional person Gianfranco was. We can't even imagine the sorrow Denise, Dante, Mauro, Alessia and his parents must be feeling. Our prayers are with you.

Liana Ranallo

January 7, 2007

Dear Denise and family,

Upon hearing the sad news of Gianfranco's passing from many miles away, my heart found it's way to you all. I am still shocked and deeply saddened by the loss of a man who has inspired an entire community; A colleague who always shared a smile, a husband and father who demonstrated true family values, and a teacher who led an entire generation of youth by his genuine example. Denise, I hope you are able to find comfort in knowing that your husband's influence on the lives of so many young people, has helped to build a great future for our community. His legacy will live on and he will never be forgotten. When God calls a man like Gianfranco, we know He is calling only His best.

Gianfranc, thank you for personally inspiring me to make a difference in this world. Ti mantengo sempre nel mio cuore.

vito, terri, nadia latrofa

January 6, 2007

no words can express the sadness we feel to hear of the sudden passing
of a wonderful person, such a yuong father and husband, we send our
greatast sympathy to your family, may god give you the strength and
courage to continue raising your children, and please remember that
your husband and papa will always be by your side. lots of love

VITOS RISTORANTE, staff and family punta mita mexico

Michelle Moscone, Natalie Battista and Elena Stillo (St.Helen's Grads)

January 6, 2007

Mr. G will always be our favorite teacher. He was truly an amazing man and we were blessed to of known him. Mr.G will be missed by all and can never be replaced. Our sympathy goes out to Denise, Dante, Mauro and Alessia and everyone affected by this loss during this difficult time. We will miss seeing his smiling face in our neighbourhood. God Bless

Tony Russo

January 6, 2007

Dear Giammaria family
Our deepest condolencenes for the loss of your wonderful son Gianfranco, he was a wonderful person who will be deeply missed.
Tony & Michelina Russo

Lori, Rob, Bianca and Cara Moretto

January 6, 2007

To Denise, Dante, Mauro and Alessia,
There are no words to express how sorry and sad we are with the sudden loss of Gianfranco, your beloved husband and father. He indeed was a pillar in the community and was truly admired and respected by all those who knew him. Gianfranco will be deeply missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you,

Nick & Paula Di Nunzio

January 6, 2007

We are deeply sadddened by the loss of Gianfranco. Our most sincerest condolences to the Giammaria and Andolfatto families. Lina and Nicola, you raised a wonderful son who will never be forgotten. You are all in our prayers.
Nick and Paula Di Nunzio and family

Mina Cerminara

January 5, 2007

Denise, Dante, Mauro & Alessia and both families,

We are so very sorry for your loss. In the 3 years we've been at St. Helen's, we've seen how much GianFranco was respected and loved, he had a smile and a friendly 'hello' everytime you saw him. May God help you through this difficult time and give you all the strength to go on. Your loving husband and father will be watching you from above.

With deepest sympathy,

Mina, Carlo, Julianna & Matteo Cerminara

Brenda Montagano

January 5, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the Giammaria family. I remember meeting Gianfranco and Denise at a mutual friend's wedding 10 years ago. Since then, I have crossed paths with Gianfranco working at the PNE and through the masters program at the University of Oregon. Each time I saw him he was so alive. It was evident how happy he was, and how he simply enjoyed each moment in life for what it was. He truly was a pillar of the community and will not be forgotten.

Caterina Sorace

January 5, 2007

To all who loved him,
Although I only had the pleasure of speaking with Gianfranco a few times, his passing has left me deeply saddened. I have only ever heard great things about him. He obviously had a generous heart and wonderful spirit. What a wonderful thing to be loved and admired by so many people. May all the memories of him help you through this difficult time. My deepest condolences to all of you. You are in my prayers.

Maureen Holowaty

January 5, 2007

Dear Giammaria family, I have known Gianfranco for many years, as we worked together at the PNE. We will all miss him. Gianfranco always had such a big smile, and made us all laugh. My prayers are with you all. Gianfranco did so much, rest now, and watch over your family
Maureen, Michelle, Matthew @ Ashlee Holowaty

Gina & Tony DeSantis

January 5, 2007

Lina and Fmily

Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family at this time of sadness I am very sorry for your loss.Remember the happy times.
Gina & Tony DeSantis

Tina Martiello

January 5, 2007

Dear Giammaria family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, we are so sorry for your sudden loss, may your angel Gianfranco watch over you always.
Tina and Carlo Martiello and family

Joann Barbone

January 5, 2007

Dear Denise and family,
The loss of a loved one is so difficult and no words can ease your pain and sorrow. My thoughts are with you during this time of sadness. Gianfranco was a very special and genuine person. He made people around him smile and feel happy...what a wonderful way to touch the lives of others! He will be remembered with love.

Francesco, Anna, Gabriela and Giulia Pietrantonio

January 5, 2007

Dear Giammaria Family,
During this time of tremendous grief and loss to our community, the
sorrow in your hearts is just unimaginable. While we ask God why ...why our beloved Mr. G, we also thank God for the gift of his presence in our lives. Gianfranco's gentle smile has been forever etched in our hearts.
May God grant our beloved Mr.G eternal rest and may God grant you the strength and courage to continue your journey with your precious son, husband and father watching you from above.

Daniella Lucarino

January 5, 2007

To the Giammaria Family,
Gianfrano was truely a great person. I am truely blessed to have known him as a colleague at St. Helen's school. He was the one person that i looked up to as I finally pursued my career in teaching. Gianfranco, you will be missed dearly but the memories will mend out broken hearts.
Denise, Dante, Mauro and Alessia, May God be with you during this time of hardship.

Anthony Canosa

January 5, 2007

My heart and prayers go out to Gianfranco's family. G was a role model for all of us and truly was an angel walking among us. Denise, Dante, Mauro and Alessia my thoughts and prayers are with u. Gianfranco thank u for all u did for me u will always have a special place in my heart.

Paolo Ballarin

January 5, 2007

He was a modern day Saint sent to us from God. He lived his life the way Christ would have all wanted us to live it. He will be truly missed by all who knew him. It was a blessing to be graced by his presence. My deepest sympathy to Denise, Dante, Mauro, Alessia and the rest of the Giammaria & Aldofatto family.

January 5, 2007

Sorry seems to be the word but it can never seem to comfort it will never help you understand it will never let time make it heel sorry is what we say to help you in your pain. How sorry we are to see this beautiful man leave us our son our father our husband our brother our friend and our beloved teacher what a nice guy. God bless your family in this time that only you can heal with Gods guiding hand. Life is precious always.........RD.

David Sensi

January 5, 2007

Carissima Lina, ho appreso con grande sgomento ieri mattina della improvvisa scomparsa di Gianfranco e desidero esprimerti il mio più profondo cordoglio e le mie più sentite condoglianze. David.

Alex Briglio & Family

January 4, 2007

Mr.G was one of the best teachers I can say there was. He was always very understanding and warm. He was a phenumonal man.

We're truly blessed that he was part of our lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Mrs. G and your family during this time and may you know that he will always be with you in spirit.

Toni Amoroso

January 4, 2007

Gianfranco, you were a prime example of how we should all be. I am fortunate to have kown you and you will be saddly missed by so many. It brings a smile to my face when your mom talks about the funny we did when we were young. I will always remember you. Toni Amoroso ( Cillo)

Angela Cillo

January 4, 2007

Gianfranco, your a beautiful soul who has touched many in a big way. Everytime I think of you I will remember a gental, kind and loving person.Your mom and family were so proud of you. I was only 9 years old when I held you in my arms as a baby and I know you are now in god,s loving arms.

Silvana, Doug, Bailey & Isabella Spindler

January 4, 2007

Dear Denise, Dante, Mauro & Alessia

We cannot find the words to express our devastation at the loss of Gianfranco. He lit up the halls of St. Helen's. Each time I spoke to Gianfranco, I would walk away with a smile because he was truly special. He put a positive light on any situation and was a genuine inspiration. Gianfranco blessed us all with his beautiful soul and he is missed.
All our love and prayers,

John and Maria Tzetzos

January 4, 2007

To Giammaria Family

We are sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nick Di Tomaso

January 4, 2007

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this time of mourning.

Love,
Nick, Nicki, Frank, Marianne and Antonella Di Tomaso

Lucia Di Nicola

January 4, 2007

To: Lina and Family

We are really sorry to hear about your sudden loss.
Are thoughts and prayers are you with you and your family at this difficult time.

Ben Barbato

January 4, 2007

To The Giammaria Family;
Our sincerest condolences for your loss. Words cannot express our sadness to a good man. Life takes unexpected turns and we must follow in the light of God. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time and May God Bless you all and provide you with the comfort of knowing he is in the ultimate resting place. He will never be forgotten.
The Barbato Family

Lisa Coi

January 4, 2007

It is all to sad to put into words.Our prayers are with the families at this terrible time.We were fortunate to have Mr G. teach both of my kids. They and we know the best teacher they've ever had.
Our community has had a terrible loss.He will be missed by all.
Our hearts are with you,
Peter, Lisa ,Jeffrey and Jaclyn Coi

Vasso, John, Giuliano Iampietro

January 4, 2007

Dear Denise and Family,

We are deeply saddened and heart brocken by the loss of Gianfranco.

We are sure he was a wonderful and loving husband and father to your children. We also wish you and your family to be strong and have god in your life each and every day.

With Love,

Gianni and Claudia Martinelli

January 4, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to the Giammaria Family.

My husband and I are deeply saddened and heart broken by the loss of a true friend and colleague. We feel truly blessed to have known Gianfranco over the 20 plus years, and being a colleague for 10 years at St. Helen's School. He has inspired us through all his accomplishments. He has truly touched everyone's lives by his gentleness, kindness, and caring personality. He will be truly missed.

May you take comfort in knowing that your husband, father, and son was truly a God's gift to all of us!

God Bless You

Tony & Marlene Gabriele

January 4, 2007

Denise and family, Our hearts go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy to you and your loved ones. Gianfranco was a wonderful person and we are proud to say we have gotten the opportunity to know him.

sincerly,

Tony and Marlene Gabriele

Teresa Marrocco

January 4, 2007

Denise, Dante, Mauro & Alessia

With our deepest and sincerest sympathy, we will miss Gianfranco deeply as he was such a tremendous and wonderful teacher and role model for my daughter, Marianna. He guided her and enriched her in a way that she will never forget. We will always have him in our hearts as well you and your children. May God bless you and give you the stength you will need at this very difficult time.

Lots of Love,
Teresa, Angelo, Marianna, Monica & Ernesto Marrocco

Franco Iuele

January 4, 2007

Dear Denise, Dante, Mauro, Alessia and the Giammaria Family, An entire community is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Gianfranco. He was a man truly admired and respected by his family, his colleagues, his friends, his students and the entire parish community. His kindness was felt by all that knew him. His soft spoken touch entered all of our hearts and will forever be remembered there. Our prayers are with you for Gianfranco and for God to give you all the strength that you will need now and in the future.
God be with you
Franco, Elisabeth, Gianmarco and Matteo Iuele

Tania & Carlos Gomes

January 4, 2007

To the Giammaria Family:
Our deepest sympathy to all of you, I cannot imagine the pain for your loss, a great guy, educator, friend, husband and father etc. We have met several times through Becky (my cousin) and Franco Sorace. Our hearts go out to you Denise and your children. May you get comfort from GOD and your family during this difficult time. God Bless you all.

Tania, Carlos, Ariana, Emily & Tiana Gomes

Catia Squartecchia

January 4, 2007

Le nostre preghiere sono con voi in questo periodo di grande dolore.
Sentite condoglianze,
Catia Squartecchia e famiglia.

staff of Queen of All Saints School

January 4, 2007

Gianfranco, you were a man of grace, integrity and class. Watching you coach your students warmed our hears and made us proud to be teachers. You brought out the best not only in your athletes but in us coaches! God be with your family in this time of sorrow. May they always feel your love and presence in their lives.

Enrica Mattia

January 4, 2007

On behalf of the office of Dr. Moccia/Dr. Canderle and staff we wish to extend our deepest sympathy to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Linda Cortese

January 4, 2007

Dear Denise, Dante, Mauro & Alessia,
Although we have only been at St. Helen's a short while, there is always someone that stands out and makes you feel like you belong...that was Mr.G. He always smiled, always had something nice to say...a genuine person. He will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Love, Linda, Roberto, Gino, Stefano and Sonia Cortese

Maria & Frank Abbinante

January 4, 2007

We are deeply saddened and heart broken by the loss of Gianfranco. It just doesn't seem real. He was a wonderful man. Mr. G. was a true role model to our daughters and the students of St. Helen's. No one could ever take his place. He not only was a teacher to them but their/our friend. He was loved by all who have had the pleasure of meeting him. Mr. G. was the best of the best. We will miss you dearly. We will never forget you. You will always be in our hearts. We are so lucky to have known you. His memory will live on. Gianfranco continue to "Light our Way". Rest in peace. We know you are watching over us all.

Our Sincerest condolences to the family.

Maria, Frank, Isabella and Vanessa Abbinante

Josie Zambito Orazio

January 4, 2007

I am extremely saddened by the news of Gianfranco's passing. He was one of the nicest people you could ever know. He always had a smile and time to talk to you whenever he saw you over the years. I hope that the memories of your short time with him will give you some comfort now and in the future.

Fondly,
Josie Zambito Orazio

Margaret, Gerry, Radek, Anna & Alicja Kowalczuk-Siy

January 4, 2007

Dear Denise, Dante, Mauro, Alessia and all of Mr. Gammaria Family:

Our hearts go out to you and our prayers are with you all. Our daughter Anna (St. Helen’s graduate of 2005) and son Radek (thought by Mr.G - Grade 6 at St. Joseph’s School) were fortunate to have been touched by his presence. He always had a smile and was able to draw the positive from everyone around him. He gave the gift of kindness, wisdom and loving to all. He has been an inspiration and has left a valuable legacy in each of us.
There are no words that can truly express the loss and sorrow that we feel during these days. Mr. G, you will be deeply missed by all, it’s a privilege to know you.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during these difficult time

Pasquale (Pat) Vergalito

January 4, 2007

In questi momenti le parole non servono ad alleviare il dolore. Vogliate accettare le nostre piu' sentite condoglianze per la vostra grande perdita.

Pasquale Vergalito e famiglia

Silvana DeBenedetto

January 4, 2007

Dear Denise, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult and painful time. My deepest sympathy to all of you. Mr.G. was a wonderful man, and my children were very fortunate to have had him as a teacher. He will truly be missed. May God Bless you and your children and give you strenght through this trying time.
The DeBenedetto Family(Silvana,Gabrielle,Tony & Stefania)

Gloria & Richard Staudt

January 4, 2007

Dear Denise, Dante, Mauro, Alessia and all of Mr G’s family:

Our hearts go out to you and our prayers are with you. Alison was fortunate to be in Mr G’s final class that graduated in June 2006. We, among all of St Helen’s school and church community, are fortunate to have been touched by his presence. He gave the gift of himself, wise beyond his years and loving to all. He has been an inspiration and has left a valuable legacy in each of us. We believe he went straight to heaven and below are beautiful words we feel he may be saying to each of us...

Parable of Remembrance
“Death is nothing at all.
I have only slipped away into the next room.
I am I and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other, that we still are.
Call me by my old familiar name,
speak to me in the easy way, which you always used.
Put no difference in your tone,
wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed
at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Pray, smile, think of me, pray for me.
Let my name be ever the household word that it always was.
Let it be spoken without effect,
without the trace of a shadow on it.
Life means all that it ever meant.
It is the same as it ever was; there is unbroken continuity.
Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight?
I am waiting for you, for an interval,
somewhere very near, just round the corner.
All is well.”
--Henry Scott Holland, 1849-1915, Canon of St. Paul’s Cathedral

With appreciation, loving thoughts and prayers,
Gloria & Richard and Alison Staudt

Loris Pavan

January 4, 2007

There are no words that can truly express the loss and sorrow that we feel during these trying days. However we can take solace in knowing how Gianfranco has positevly touched everyone he had made acquaintances with.
Gianfranco always had a smile and was able to draw the positive from everyone around him including his students, his peers, and his friends.

Our prayers and thoughts are with Denise,Dante, Mauro, and Alessia.

Linda (Torresan) Spitale

January 4, 2007

Denise, Dante, Mauro & Alessia,
We were so saddened to hear about Gianfranco's passing. He was such a kind person who always took the time to say hello. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Gianfranco will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Linda & Joe Spitale and family

Josie Di tomaso

January 3, 2007

Denise, Dante, Mauro, Alessia, Lina, Nicola, & Annamaria,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories of Gianfranco bring you comfort and strength. We will never forget Gianfranco.

Josie, Laura, Lori, Christina, Anna, & Vincent

Giovanni, Gianna, Stefano & Remo Ruscitti

January 3, 2007

Denise, Dante Mauro and Alessia

There are not enough words to express the great sadness that we feel of your loss.
“Mr. G” as he was called by his students, was a very well respected individual.
He gave all his could in everything that he did. We were fortunate enough to have both our son’s have him as a teacher and they will always remember him. May God be with you all in this time of need.
God Bless

Caroline Harker

January 3, 2007

To the Giammaria Family:
Our children were very fortunate in that they were both taught by Mr. G. at St. Helen's. We have yet to meet a more patient, soft-spoken & virtuous teacher who sincerely cared about the children and their well-being. In turn he gained the respect of children and parents alike. God bless and keep you all during this devastation that has hit your family and that of the community of St. Helen's.
Brian, Caroline, Trevor & Rachel Harker

Tina Battista

January 3, 2007

I cannot express the saddness that I feel knowing that the Lord has called such a wonderful man home. Gianfranco was truly one of God's creatures and the world is a little more empty without him. I always knew him to have a wonderful outlook on life. He was always understanding and compassionate towards everyone and we all loved him for it.

My deepest sympathy to the Giammaria families. May you find peace knowing that he will always be looking after you from above.

Tina Battista

Amelia Pantusa

January 3, 2007

No words can express on how I feel at this momemt. I have truly lost a special friend. All the memories growing up with you and your family will remain in my heart forever. Gianfranco you were such a special person and it was such a privleged to have been part of your life. I know you are looking down on us from heaven and helping us through this difficult time. Good bye my friend. I will miss you and never forget you.

Denise, Dante, Mauro, Alessia, Comara Lina and Compare Nicola and Annamaria our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God Bless.

Amelia, Antonio, Teresa and Cristiano Pantusa

January 3, 2007

Dearest Denise, Dante, Mauro and Alessia,
Giammaria and Andolfatto family,
We are so saddened to hear of Gianfranco's sudden passing. He was truly a wonderful man that led many many people with his quiet and gentle example. He always saw the good in everyone he met. We will truly miss him. May God guide you, bless you and give you strength. Love always,
Adele, Carmine, Francesco, Stefano Renzullo

JoAnn, Rob, Natasha, Daniel Bortolazzo

January 3, 2007

Dear Denise, Dante, Mauro and Alessia,

We are so sad to hear of the loss of your beloved husband and father.
Mr. G. was truly a remarkable man, he always had a kind word for everyone. He was a bright light at St. Helen's School, he will never be forgotten.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Rest in peace Gianfranco.

Kristina Van Hombeeck

January 3, 2007

To Mrs. G and family,
I send my deepest sympathy for the loss of my favorite teacher Mr.G. He was such a amazing teacher and person. Mr. G has touched the lives of so many people, including myself. There are no words to discribe as to how great of a teacher and person he was. He left a big hole at St. Helens school and in everyones hearts.

It was a honour and privillage to know him.

With deepest sympathy
Kristina Van Hombeeck

Sandra and Sergio De Blasio

January 3, 2007

To The Giammaria Family

May God bless you all with the strength and courage to help you carry on with your lives. Gianfranco you were a very special man and your memories will always be kept close to heart and mind.

Anastasia, Frank, Jonathan & Lucas Giammaria

January 3, 2007

Denise, Dante, Mauro, Alessia, Zia Lina, Zio Nicola & Annamaria

Although this great distance divides us, we can see that Gianfranco was a truly special husband, father, son, brother, teacher and friend. Such people are rare and precious.
A loss like this cannot be replaced but we can find comfort knowing that he touched and inspired many lives. A great gift. Gianfranco's memory will live on.

Our deepest sympathies to all the family and friends.

Our thoughts are with you.
Your family in Montreal.

Angela and Rob Bassanese

January 3, 2007

Dear Denise, Dante, Mauro and Alessia,
The world will be a little emptier from now on. Everyone touched by him will feel a loss. You used to comfort me in my loss I wish I could do the same for you. Know that you are all in our constant thoughts and prayers.

Abigail King

January 3, 2007

With our heartfelt sympathy to the entire Giammaria family.

There’s so little one can do or say, but may it help to know that he was respected and loved by all!
It was a great pleasure for my children to have known Mr. G as a great teacher, a soccer coach and a friend to all!
All the warm and special memories Mr. G shared stay forever. He will always be in our hearts. Mr. G, you will be deeply missed.

Denise, Dante, Mauro and Alessia, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during these difficult times.

The King Family
Abigail, Hercules, Angela (St. Helen's class of 2005) and Brandon

Pina, Antonello, Anthony and Gloria Di Iorio

January 3, 2007

Dearest Denise, Dante, Mauro, Alessia, Zia Lina, Zio Nicola and Annamaria,
We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Gianfranco. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. May the Lord grant you strength and courage and surround you with his never-ending love. Your faith will grant you peace.

Mark, Nadia, Alessia & Sofia Stern

January 3, 2007

To Denise and kids, Mauro, Dante & Alessia:

It is with heavy hearts that we write this and we are shocked and saddened by Gianfranco's passing. Life isn't fair and we will miss a great person whom always put everthing he had into his family and the kids he taught at St. Helen's School. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Francesco Sorbara

January 3, 2007

To Gianfranco family....my deepest condolences...i meet gianfranco many years ago at simon fraser university and despite my absence from the burnaby area for many years - i would encounter gianfranco at christmas time at st helens or safeway, the last time I saw him was last Christmas....where we saw each other and chatted....may god and gianfranco look over your families..may god give you the strength and the courage for your childern. God bless.

North Burnaby Eagles Hockey Team

January 3, 2007

Gianfranco was a beloved teamate and a beloved friend. He was well respected and was a true role model. He had a quiet confidence and let by example. All of us are deeply affected by his sudden loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
John you will be missed.

Carrie Censorio

January 3, 2007

Denise, Dante, Mauro, Alessia and Family:

We wish you strength for today and comfort in the days ahead, knowing how much Gianfranco meant to so many. As you share the stories and memories of how Gianfranco lived his life and how very much he meant to us all, may you find some comfort and throughout this difficult time, may you also know the deep sympathy and concern that is felt for you and all your family.

With deepest sympathy,
Carrie, Peter, Chiara and Isabella Censorio

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