elevated tlnC4 October 16, 1923 ~ December 21, 2024

elevated tlnC4 Visitation
Sunday, December 29, 2024 from 2:00 – 7:00 pm

elevated tlnC4 Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6

elevated tlnC4 Funeral Mass
Monday, December 30, 2024 at 9:00 am                                   

elevated tlnC4 Chapel of St. Joseph – Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home

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elevated tlnC4 Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON, L3T 2C7

elevated tlnC4 Blessed Virgin Mausoleum

elevated tlnC4 Obituary
Filippo Genovese, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on December 21, 2024, at the remarkable age of 101. Born on October 16, 1923, in the Sicilian town of Aquaficara, Filippo lived a long and extraordinarily healthy life, a testament to his resilience, spirit, and the joy he found in every moment. Though it is a bittersweet experience to have lost our husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, we find comfort in celebrating the extraordinary life he led.

elevated tlnC4 Filippo’s journey began in 1955, when he left his hometown to work in the mines of France for two years, demonstrating his perseverance and dedication to building a better future. In 1957, he emigrated to Canada, where he married the love of his life, Caterina Genovese, that same year. Together, they built a beautiful life rooted in love, resilience, and family. Filippo’s passion for gardening was a defining feature of his life. His love for the earth and its bounty brought him immense joy. His flourishing gardens were a source of pride, beauty, and sustenance for his family and community.

elevated tlnC4 He is survived by his devoted wife, Caterina Genovese, who stood by his side for decades, sharing a lifetime of cherished memories. Together, they raised a family that continues to honor his legacy.

elevated tlnC4 Filippo is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Venera Triolo, her husband, Lennie, their daughter, Nadia, and her fiancé Sean. He is also survived by his son, Matteo Genovese, who, with his family, continues to carry Filippo’s name and spirit forward. Matteo’s son, Phillip Genovese, and his wife Melisa, gave him the joy of a great-granddaughter, Emmy. Matteo’s daughter, Adriana Genovese, further brightened his days with her love and presence.

elevated tlnC4 Filippo Genovese’s memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, who will forever cherish his love and the many ways he touched their lives. His love of gardening reflected his deep connection to the land, and it symbolized the nurturing care he extended to all who knew him.

elevated tlnC4 In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made with love for his wife, to the Canadian Cancer Society for Breast Cancer. Click Here to Donate