Clemente Vincent Brandimarte
elevated oOC9t July 12, 1950 ~ January 28, 2025
elevated oOC9t Visitation
Sunday, February 2, 2025 from 3 – 7 p.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated oOC9t Funeral Mass
Monday, February 3, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated oOC9t Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery – Blessed Virgin Mausoleum
elevated oOC9t Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Clemente Brandimarte on January 28, 2025.
Born in Italy and arriving in Canada at the early age of 2, he maintained a close connection to his homeland. He is survived by his dedicated brother Lorenzo (Joanne), nephews Thomas and Alexander, cousins in Italy, France, U.S.A, and close family and friends here in Canada. While he rests in heaven with his parents Aurelia and Ermete, Clemente will be sadly missed and held dear in the hearts of all those who knew him. He will be lovingly remembered and never forgotten.
Your thoughts and kindness are truly appreciated during this time of sorrow.
In lieu of flowers, donations in honour of Clemente can be made to the University Health Network Foundation (UHN).
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Many fond memories of Clem. He was a true gentle man in every sense of the word. May his peace give some solace to his loving family in this time of great loss.
We carry many memories of Clemente in our hearts. He was a kind, welcoming person, always smiling, who inspired calm and serenity, well-liked by everyone. May he bring a hug to Heaven for his beloved mother and father.
Summer for me and my family was “Clemente is coming to Italy for holidays”.
We spent amazing time together and I’ll never forget it.
Your smile and your peaceful talking will be always with us.
Your smile and your peaceful talking will be forever in my heart.
Clem was a very special friend. We will miss not only his friendship, generosity and warmth, but his love and advice of all things about plants and the garden. His many garden gifts are planted in the section of our garden known as ‘Clem’s garden’ at our farm . His memory will live on in our hearts and will be lovingly cherished.
“One is nearer God’s heart in the garden
Than anywhere else on earth”
Always loved, forever missed
Janet and I enjoyed Clem coming to our cottage. He was always so gracious and a true gentle “man” . The advice about plants and gardening tips will always be remembered fondly. Clem may you rest in peace . We promise to plant a memorial tree in your honour this spring. You will be missed.
He always made it a point to visit our mother whom we lost not too long ago. We were blessed to have him and his wonderful family in our lives all those many years, filling them with happiness and joy. May God grant him mercy and welcome him into his kingdom.
Rossano and I agree about how close Clem was to our Mom who just passed away 2 days later. I really enjoyed playing chess with Clem back in our high school days. He was one of the most personable people I have ever known.
I’m very sorry to learn of the passing of Clemente. My sincere condolences to Lorenzo and the Brandimarte Family. Clemente always had a very calming smile. He was very respectful of family and friends. Our family was very grateful for the time he took to visit our mother at her residence.
Ricordiamo il nostro amico Clemente con l’affetto e la stima che ha ampiamente meritato. Lo ricordiamo anche per il riserbo, la discrezione, il desiderio di non dare fastidio, la timidezza, la delicatezza, le piccole manie che ce lo hanno reso ancora più amabile. Dietro la semplicità dei gesti, Clemente era un uomo colto e d’animo profondo. ce ne siamo accorti quando parlava della storia del Canada, delle vicende dei missionari gesuiti nella regione dei Grandi Laghi tra le tribù degli Uroni e degli Irochesi e quando esprimeva riflessioni sulle vicende della vita.
Ringraziamo Dio per avercelo dato come amico e preghiamo perché il Signore lo tenga presso di sé nella gioia del suo amore insieme ai suoi cari.