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Gigi COSI Obituary
COSI Luigi (Gigi):
16.10.1962 - 15.10.2013 Passed away unexpectedly. He was the much loved husband of Cate and the beloved father of Elena. Son-in-law of Patricia. Brother-in-law to Enrico, Tracey ,Louise and uncle to Ashleigh, Rachel, Tayte and Ethan.
In Italy he was the beloved son of Teresa and Giovanni (dec) and brother to Annamaria and Stefania. Brother-in-law to Attilio and Nando. Uncle to Simona, Giovanni, Gianmarco and Luigi. He will be forever in our hearts.
Cosi Luigi (Gigi):
Caro Gigi, You were a dancing star. You will live in my heart forever. Il mio unico grande amore. Caterina
Cosi Luigi (Gigi):
To my father, who brightened up every room he was in. I will forever miss you. You were the most loving, cheery and personable man I know and to have you as a father was a true gift. Ti Voglio Bene. Elena.
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21 Entries
Peter and Mandy Ferrigno
November 22, 2013
Dear Cate and Elena, we were shocked and saddened to hear of the very sad loss of a most exceptional man. Gigi's enthusiasm was infectious and certainly came through in his exquisite creations. His light, warmth and spirit will remain in our hearts forever. Thinking of you both at this time
Non abbiamo la presunzione di capire il tuo dolore. Ma vogliam essere vicino per offrirti la nostra conforto ed affetto.
your art lifted us all up
Kavisha Mazzella
November 18, 2013
Gigi, you bought light, colour ,depth of thinking and a sweetness with your beautiful art. Welcoming artists to your studio like family.Sorrow for your loss Cate and Elena.you will live in our hearts always amico!
Amanda Ryan
November 12, 2013
Cate & Elena I am so very sorry for the loss of Gigi. Every time I saw him he was so full of life and joy. And of course I remember the wonderful coffee he made. I still have my dinner set from 1991 - it has travelled from Freo to Oakford and now to Collie and I still love it!!! I will always look at it on my dresser and when I use it and think of you both. Amanda Ryan
Frank & Lisa Ferrigno
November 12, 2013
Dear Cate and Elena
Deeply saddened to hear of Gigis passing. Our condolences to you both.we hope you have the strength to carry on and continue to make him proud. We shall remember him for his passion, energy & warmth. We are blessed that we had the opportunity to know such a admirable man. Frank & Lisa
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Tess & John Ferrigno
November 11, 2013
Dear Cate & Elena, we are so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Gigi. He really did light up the room and make everyone happy - we are so glad we sent some time with you all on our recent trips to Freo. We will always have happy memories of Gigi and will treasure our pottery even more - All our love & sympathy - John, Tess, Vanessa & Oliver Ferrigno
November 2, 2013
Al mio carissimo Gigi con affetto fraterno. Quante bellissime giornate passate insieme alla scoperta e riscoperta dei nostri valori meridionali ed artigiani. Ho delle bellissime tue ceramiche in casa in Abruzzo. Diventeranno antiche e leggendarie come te e la tua storia. Riposa in pace. Ernesto
Rosemary Latto
October 25, 2013
A complete pleasure to get to know your family - by painting your marvellous pottery over the last year - for all the wonderful bowls and tiles you helped me with.. And then Gigi would arrive - and the studio would light up with laughter and love.
I remember him with gratitude.
And think of Cate and Elena with huge love and sympathy.
Blessings from Rosemary Latto
Louise Bond
October 25, 2013
Dear Cate and Elena,
We are so sorry to hear about Gigi's sudden death. He was a person of such good cheer and energy and will be missed in very many ways - for us especially his days of running along Swanbourne St as well as being at La Maiolica.
Love from your neighbours,
Louise, Austin, Sophie, Rowan and Anna Bond.
October 25, 2013
Dear Cate & Elena xxx may Gigi's love give you both strength and courage you need today,take comfort that he will always be near watching over you both,such a bright light will never fade.xxxxxx our deepest sympathy sending much love to you both Collette Julia,Cate, Jeremy & Pete xxx
Francesco Polizzi
October 25, 2013
Gigi was a passionate man deep felings drove his every action and commitments. We feel honered to have know him. We will never forget the love of life and energy that Gigi transmited to all who surrounded him. what a special person he was. Nei nostri cuori rimarra' sempre.
Cate and Elena our condolonces goes to you and to the family.
Francesco & Ines Polizzi and family.
Caroline & Tony Newman
October 23, 2013
Dear Cate, on a sunless October day in England where our lives are brightened and enriched daily by Gigi's wonderful plates and bowls, we extend our deepest sympathies to you and your daughter.
We will continue to celebrate his warmth and good humour and the partnership and craftsmanship that resulted in such beautiful work.
With love, Caroline and Tony
Jennifer Morley
October 23, 2013
Our sincere condolences to Kate and Elena on the loss of your beloved husband and father. Gigi was a charming, charismatic man who made many family occasions lots of fun. Love from Scott, Jennie and Ivy Morley
October 23, 2013
GIGI...Sono passati tanti anni ma e' rimasto vivo per noi il ricordo di tanti bei momenti,di tante piacevoli serate trascorse in tua compagnia.Rimarrai per sempre nei nostri cuori con immutato affetto. Caterina,Elena ci uniamo al vostro dolore in un caloroso abbraccio.
Giovanni Roberta Giuseppe Edoardo Savini
Sandra Black
October 22, 2013
Dear Cate and Elena
Deeply saddened to hear of Gigis passing. He was a warm and passionate clay artist .He will be greatly missed by the ceramic community. I wish you both strength and courage for the days and weeks ahead.Our deepest sympathy Sandra and Robert
October 25, 2013
COSI (Gigi):
Ciao Gigi, you were a gentleman and an inspiration. At all times positive and always passionate. Thankyou for the laughs, the good crack and the early morning cheer.
Until we meet again . . . Noel
October 24, 2013
COSI (Gigi):
To Cate and Ellena our deepest sympathy on the passing of Gigi. He will be forever in our hearts.
Tracey, Tom, Ashleigh, Rachel, Scott and Jenny.
October 22, 2013
COSI (Gigi ): Your irresistible passion for life will live on in our hearts, as will our memories of great times with you. Troppo presto sei andato amico mio. Condolences to Cate, Elena and family. Carlo, Emma, Raff and Lauren.
October 21, 2013
COSI (Gigi ): Our heartfelt sympathy to Cate and Elena on the sad and sudden loss of Gigi. I will fondly remember our coffees together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sam and Maria La Macchia and family
October 21, 2013
COSI (Gigi):
You will always be with us when we listen to rousing Italian music and eat from our "beautiful" bowls. You made each of us feel very special. From your painting bellas. Viv, Marion, Maria and Jane. We promise we will never order our coffee "hot".
October 19, 2013
COSI (Gigi):
We were so very sad and sorry to hear of our good friend's passing. He was a great person and a dear friend. We will cherish our great memories of our time together. Kate and Elena, you have our heartfelt sympathy. Mario, Iolanda, Vincenzo, Rosalba, Joe, Angela, Piero and Vita Velletri, Vilma and Marcus Flegg and families.
October 19, 2013
COSI (Gigi):
Gigi, you have given me a gift teaching me your beloved Maiolica with passion, and for that I am truly grateful. Always giving your attention to all with sincerity. Cate, Elena and Patricia, I send love.
We will always be able to share great memories of Gigi which makes him immortal. There is a hole in my heart. Maestro, your passionate presence I will miss greatly.
Ama, Oly, Millen and Tex.
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