Rufino Camarata
elevated XYO9G October 20, 1929 – December 21, 2022
elevated XYO9G Visitation
Thursday, December 29, 2022 from 11:00 am to 1:15 pm
elevated XYO9G Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated XYO9G Funeral Mass
Thursday, December 29, 2022 at 1:30 pm
elevated XYO9G Chapel of St. Joseph, Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
elevated XYO9G Click here to view the mass.
elevated XYO9G Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery – Section 22
elevated XYO9G Obituary
elevated XYO9G It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rufino Camarata. Rufino peacefully passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at Northridge Long Term Care in Oakville, at the age of 93 years.
elevated XYO9G Beloved husband of Maria. Loving father of Teresa (Alan), Joe (deceased), George (Lilla), Paul (Tania) and David (Kathy). Devoted grandfather of Jason, Christian, Vanessa, Nicholas, Christina and Alyssa.
elevated XYO9G Rufino was born in Ribeira Brava, in Madeira, Portugal. With his wife Maria, they came to Canada in the 1950’s and established their family in Toronto. Rufino proudly built his own Janitorial Services company. He tirelessly worked to provide for his family and give them a better life. Although he worked hard, he enjoyed life. Rufino loved to have family get-togethers, play cards/billiards, listen to music and dance… he was an entertainer and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Some other passions included traveling, watching sports (soccer, hockey, boxing), classic films and tv shows, and his love for Westerns, especially anything involving John Wayne.
elevated XYO9G But there was nothing he cared more for than his family. He referred to his grandchildren as his “treasure”.
elevated XYO9G His family will always cherish the beautiful memories of his life and his immense sacrifice. They thank you in advance for your condolences and prayers.
elevated XYO9G In loving memory of Rufino Camarata and in lieu of flowers donations may be made to CAMH. Click here to donate.
elevated XYO9G May he rest in peace.
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We had the pleasure of knowing Rufino in the latter part of his life. His love and devotion for his family was evident – our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Our condolences to the entire family. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time. He was a very special man who I really enjoyed my time with. ❤️🙏
Rufino will be remembered 💜
My condolences
We were saddened to hear about your father’s passing. Our thoughts and sympathies are with you and your family at this time. I hope you are able to find comfort in the fond memories you have of your father.
Sad to hear the passing of Rufino
Always enjoyed our talks over a glass of his Cognac
He will be missed
My sincere condolences to the family.
My condolences to Maria and the family. I really enjoyed my short time with Ruffino. I will miss seeing him.