Anthony John Battista
elevated nqqsF Anthony John Battista (Corky) passed peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, August 27, 2021, at the age of 89.
elevated nqqsF Born on January 5, 1932, to Lauretta and Carmen DiBattista in Toronto, Ontario.
elevated nqqsF Corky is survived by his wife Helen of 66 years, his loving children Toni (Phil), Larry (Heather); his five grandchildren, Jenna (Andrew), Michael (Kelly), Mark (Kristin), Stephen (Andrea), Lindsay (Jason) and his two beautiful great grandchildren, Hudson and Kye.
elevated nqqsF Predeceased by his brothers and sister, Peter, Vera, Fred, John, Albert, Gino, Louis and survived by Anna and Carmen.
elevated nqqsF Uncle Corky will be sadly missed by his many loving nieces and nephews.
elevated nqqsF Corky loved his family and made sure he was part of every hockey tournament or event that his children and grandchildren were involved in.
elevated nqqsF He was “grandpa” to everyone that met him. He will be dearly missed by all.
elevated nqqsF Funeral Mass to take place on Friday, September 10, 2021 at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church (3220 Bayview Avenue, North York, Ontario). There is a maximum capacity of 120 people)
elevated nqqsF Mass Time: 11:00 am – To Livestream the Mass see below.
elevated nqqsF Re Funeral Service for Mr. Anthony Battista on Friday September 10th Livestream starts at approximately 10:45am for funeral service at 11:00am
elevated nqqsF To view the livestream please use this link: www.blessedtrinityparish.ca
elevated nqqsF This will take you to our webpage. When you get there click on the “Live Feed” button at the top right of the page. This will automatically scroll you down to the Live Feed area. The video will go live about 10 to 15 min before the funeral mass starts. Those who go onto the site and see no livestream are likely there before the 10 to 15min before the feed begins. Simply go back to the “live feed” and click on the button again closer to the start time of the funeral and the feed should come up on your screen.
elevated nqqsF A few notes:
elevated nqqsF *When the video launches hover your mouse over the lower left-hand part of the video screen on the webpage … there you will see a small speaker with an X beside it. Click on the speaker to enable the sound (the X will disappear)
elevated nqqsF * Click on the box on the far-right hand side of the video screen on the webpage (“full screen”) and the picture will fill your entire screen
elevated nqqsF *The volume of the sound is controlled from the computer/device you are on. You may need to increase the volume on their computer / device to hear things properly.
elevated nqqsF *A computer is the best way to watch the broadcast. Cell phones and iPad do work – marginally, but (especially) older models can sometimes have limited or outdated technology that doesn’t always manage the sizable data that comes in with both audio and video broadcasting. An old computer can also have these issues…
elevated nqqsF Also – we are broadcasting this over the internet, a system that has seen an incredible increase in use given the pandemic challenges. Potential streaming delays, frozen frames and so on do happen on occasion and unfortunately, we have no control over these situations. Further there can be delays or challenges with the internet feed in any number of neighbourhoods at anytime. Again, we have no control over this. Fortunately, they have been minimal, but we wanted you to be aware.
God bless Corky , Special Man , Special Family
Corky will be greatly missed. He leaves a wonderful legacy and we are so lucky to have known him. With love and our heartfelt condolences to Helen and the family, Andrea, Enza and the Montalbano family.
He’s been my “grandpa” for the past 30 years. He was everyone’s grandpa. Avery and I will miss our traditional Thursday nights eating your delicious pasta and meatballs. Love you Grandpa xoxoxo
I was very sad to hear that Corky passed.
Our thoughts are with Helen and the family.
Corky was the most energetic, kind-hearted and funny man and I was lucky to know him and be a part of his family. I will miss him calling me “red-head” with his Corky smirk on his face. Thinking of you Aunty Helen and all the Repath’s xoxo
Corky was the greatest family guy and a very special man. I was super lucky to be a part of his family and am thinking of you Aunt Helen and the entire Repath family. Xoxo
It is so very sad to hear this news. Our deepest condolences. May loving memories ease your loss and bring you comfort during this difficult time.
With much love – The Ghazalian family
Corky was a great person and a kind man. I’ll miss seeing you at pasta night with the Repaths. Thinking of you and Helen today, and wishing everyone peace and comfort as they move through this time.
Uncle Corky will be remembered by the Noble’s and Smith’s as a friendly, kind man, always eager to share a smile.
My mom, Kelly, describes him as a big man with an even bigger heart. He always had stories from his vibrant life, and was a brilliant cook. Apparently he was the only person who could get her to try lamb!
Gary recounts how friendly and welcoming Corky was when he joined the family.
While I did not have the pleasure of spending much time with Corky in his final years, I do remember him from my youth. He’s a hard man to forget, and I’ll especially always remember how he always took time to say hi and ask me about my life, even as a child.
I’ll always appreciate and admire the friendship and love he provided to not just my family, but to my cousins, grandparents, aunts and uncles.
Wishing Peace and love to the Aunty Helen, the Repaths and Battista families.
Thinking of My Uncle Corky today and remembering happy family times when we all gathered on the same street on Sunday. My heart goes out to Auntie Helen, Toni,Larry and their families.
Toni, I was saddened by the passing of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Give your mom a big hug for me.
Much love,
Gail (along with Frank and Amanda)