Fernando DeSantis
elevated 3CUv1 October 8, 1933 – January 31, 2022
elevated 3CUv1 Visitation
elevated 3CUv1 Friday February 4, 2022 from 10:00 – 12:00 pm
elevated 3CUv1 Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
elevated 3CUv1 211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated 3CUv1 Due to Covid-19 capacity restrictions, we are inviting family and friends to a walk-through visitation only to pay their respects, offer condolences and then kindly exit the building to allow for others to enter. Friends may have to wait to pay their respects during the visitation period in order to accommodate the number restrictions.
elevated 3CUv1 Private Funeral Mass
elevated 3CUv1 Friday February 4, 2022
elevated 3CUv1 Due to COVID 19 restrictions, the Mass will be private and attendance will be by invitation only.
elevated 3CUv1 Interment
elevated 3CUv1 Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
elevated 3CUv1 DeSantis, Fernando
elevated 3CUv1 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Fernando De Santis on January 31, 2022. He was born on October 8, 1933 in Campo di Fano, L’Aquila, Italy. Loving husband of 62 years to Onella (nee DiNino). Caring and devoted father to Laura (Dominic De Filippis), Erminio, and Robert. Proud Nonno to Christopher (Cori), Daniel, Stephanie, Julia and Marco. Fernando will be lovingly remembered by his niece Mary and many family and friends.
elevated 3CUv1 Fernando immigrated to Canada in 1958 from Venezuela. He returned to Italy to marry his wife in 1959. Fernando worked hard throughout his life to provide for his family. He was loved by many and known for being a very hard worker, very principled, generous and a kind man. Fernando loved spending time with his family, friends and especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed watching Formula One and soccer, and was known for his prosciutto and gardening skills.
elevated 3CUv1 The family will receive friends at the Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home 211 Langstaff Road East (west of Bayview Ave.) from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Friday February 4, 2022. A Private Mass of Christian burial will take place within the funeral home in the Chapel of St. Joseph following visitation, by invitation only due to COVID restrictions.. The final rite of committal and interment will take place privately at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery (8361 Yonge Street Thornhill). Online condolences & directions may be found at www.catholic-cemeteries.com
elevated 3CUv1 In lieu of flowers, if desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Family and friends are invited to view the Funeral Mass on Friday February 4, 2022 at 12:00 pm. Please click the link below:
We are saddened by the news of Fernando’s passing. Our condolences go out to his family and especially to Ornella, Laura and Domenic, Christopher, Daniel and Stephanie. We remember Fernando as a kind and friendly man who produced the very best prosciutto and other natural Italian delicacies.
We will remember him in our prayers and offer comfort to every member of his family knowing that he is resting in peace.
Our sincere condolences to Laura, Dominic, Chris, Cori, Daniel , Stephanie and the DeSantis family.
With Love.
My deepest condolences to your family. Will always remember him as a kind, quiet gentleman who loved his family. Rest in Peace.
Condolences to you and your entire family. We are truly sorry for your loss. There are simply no words to take away your grief. Hope you find comfort in remembering all the wonderful times you shared. He was a handsome man, still remember how happy he was the day of Christopher & Cori’s wedding. May he rest in eternal peace 🙏
Laura and Domenic – We were very sorry to hear about the passing of your dear father. Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family
through this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy.
Joe and Caterina La Torre and family
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. My heart goes to your family. Susan
Ornella, Laura, Ermino and Robert, as well as all the members of your families. Our deepest heartfelt condolences. At times like these, there are very few words to be said. As a father, father-in-law, and grandfather he took care of his family. May you take comfort focusing on the lessons he taught all of you. It will get you through this time with tears and a fond smile. Knowing that he has gone home to Heaven and is still looking over his family, will give you peace in your hearts. Most of all, knowing how much he loved you all, is the biggest thing, he left behind, for you all to cherish forever and will give you the strength you need. Every time you mention his name or think of him, know that he is with you. Sending you hugs and love, Adriana, Angelo and Angelina Gulla
Ornella, Laura and Domenic, Ermino and Robert and all your family.
Our deepest condolences to you all. We were sad to hear this news. May he rest in peace.
Iolanda Algieri and Family
Ornella, Laura and Domenic, Ermino and Robert and all your family.
Our deepest condolences to you all. We were sad to hear this news. May he rest in peace.
Iolanda Algieri and Family
To Erminio and family. Deepest condolences. Prayers with you all. All the many memories will be with you always. Memories are one of the best gifts of all.
Love Gino and Adrie.
Our deepest condolences to your family in this difficult time.
My deepest condolences to the DeSantis Family. May Fernando’s angel wings wrap each of you in the warmth and love you need at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Our deepest condolences to the DeSantis Family. Fernando was a kind, strong, friendly man and he will be greatly missed.
May he rest in peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Our deepest condolences.
We are saddened to hear of the passing of your father. We offer our sincere condolences to you and your family at this time.
Vito and Doriana Deligio
In questo momento doloroso, porgiamo le nostre piu sentite condoglianze.
Laura and Domenic,
We give you our sincerest and deepest condolences at this time of need. Our deepest prayers and thoughts are with all of your family at this time. My in-laws always spoke in the highest regard of your father. They send their condolences as well. May he rest in peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Keep your memories close
God bless
Edi & Joe Pietrangelo
Our sincerest condolences to all the family. Our prays and thoughts are with you on this difficult time. Fernando was a kind man.
Rest in Peace.
God Bless,
Angelina, Carlo and Diana Di Loreto
Ciao Zio Fernando riposa in pace. Condoglianze a tutta la famiglia da Marco e Raffaella. Grazie per averci permesso di partecipare al funerale.
My deepest condolences to the entire family. May he rest in peace 🙏.