Mario passed away on March 11, 2020, in Victoria, BC. He was born on January 29, 1944, in Bagnoli del Trigno, Campobasso, Italia. Mario is survived by his wife, Margaret, his daughters Patrizia (Devon) and Fiorella (Tyler); grandchildren Matteo and Sofia; and sister-in-law Lucia. He will be missed by many other relatives and friends.
Mario immigrated to Canada with his mother, Carolina, in 1956. He was a celebrated pastry chef who baked for many dignitaries and took pride in his many businesses. His greatest pleasures were spending time with his family and Italian music.
A Celebration of Life will be postponed and held at a later date.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Stacey
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Maria Figueiredo Margaret, I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband Mario. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Sandra Ostapovich Margaret and Family,
We were sorry to read of Mario passing. Our thought and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dave and Sandra Ostapovich
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Darla Cooper Sorry to learn of Mario’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts, Margaret. Sending my heartfelt condolences to all.
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Sharon Bell My dear friend, Margaret and, Patrizia and Fiorella, my condolences on the passing of your dear husband and beloved father, Mario. Fond memories of a family; united together, forever, in happy times, will eventually fill the emptiness of your loss. That bond is your strength on this new path ahead of you. My thoughts are with you.
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Kerri Treichel My sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved Mario, Margaret. May lovely memories & family togetherness during this time of sadness carry you through your grief. You know I’m just a phonecall away.
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Wendy Myskew Margaret. I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Mario. My sincerest sympathies to you, your family and all who will miss him.
Love from Wendy and Rene
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Mary-Ellen Wingrove Margaret and all the family, sending my condolences to all of you at this sad time.
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Sergio Potestà e Loriana Vitale Ciao Mario
Ultimo degli 8 fratelli anche tu ci hai lasciato. Ora li riabbraccierai tutti (Pasquale, Esterina, Elvira, Enerio, Evelina, Pietro, Tresina). Ricorderemo sempre quei giorni passati insieme in Italia e il viaggio a Venezia. Rimarrai sempre nei nostri cuori. Sergio e Loriana.
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Marlene Woodworth To the Moccia Family and all of the family members. I was so very sad to hear of Mario’s passing. Mario was a talented, warm, loving and caring man. I know that he will be missed by all that knew and loved him. I will think of you every time I hear Italian opera. See you in Heaven Mario!. I will always remember you.
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Rob and Sandra Margaret, Patrizia, Fiorella and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all and wishing you moments of peace and comfort.
Robie, Sandra, Gavin & Brayden
Margaret and girls, we are so sorry to hear of Mario’s passing. We are thinking of you and sending virtual hugs to you all. Much love, Stacey, Carson and Lucy