Galileo Peter Dalmazzi
elevated fsFzo April 29, 1926 – November 9, 2024
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Tuesday, November 19, 2024 from 10:00 a.m.to 11:00 a.m.
Assumption Catholic Funeral Home
6933 Tomken Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T1N4
elevated fsFzo Funeral Service
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 11:00 a.m
Assumption Catholic Funeral Home
6933 Tomken Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T1N4
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Assumption Catholic Cemetery
6933 Tomken Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5T1N4
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elevated fsFzo It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Galileo “Pete” Dalmazzi of Toronto, Canada, formerly Providence, Rhode Island, on November 9, 2024 at the age of 98. Pete was predeceased by his beloved wife Anna (Ragosta) and was a loving father to Richard and wife Linda, Peter and wife Caryl; “Papa” to grandchildren Paul and wife Aubrey, Lee and partner Liv, Thomas and wife Ashley, and Laura and husband Kevin; and “GeeGee” to great-granddaughter Eloise. He was also predeceased by brothers Mario and wife Doris, and Robert and wife Arlene, and leaves behind many nieces and nephews and their families in Rhode Island.
elevated fsFzo At 18 Pete joined the U.S. Navy and served bravely as a Gunner’s Mate on the USS Libra in WWII, earning medals for his valour. After the war he began his career at Uncas Manufacturing, where he ascended to a senior position in the industrial engineering department. On Sundays Pete played early morning golf at Trigg’s, then attended mass at St. Bartholomew’s Church, then piled the family into the station wagon and headed to Scarborough beach.
elevated fsFzo In 1964 Pete’s job led the family to Toronto where he built a life filled with community, sports, and friendship with neighbours in Etobicoke, and through “Club Callie”, a close-knit circle of friends. As general manager at French Manufacturing, Pete was celebrated for his business acumen and his leadership. Pete and Anna relocated to St. Petersburg, Florida, Pete’s final career move, where they savoured the sunshine and the beaches before returning to Canada to be close to the boys and their young families.
elevated fsFzo In his later years, always-on-the-go Pete worked part-time at Zeller’s department store where he assisted senior customers and mentored young employees. He also volunteered at Credit Valley Hospital. Pete enjoyed fishing, gardening, and playing racquetball with his buddies at the health club, which he did until he was 82.
By all who met him, Pete will be remembered by how he made them feel. He filled every room with stories and songs and laughter. His larger-than-life personality and ability to connect with people were his superpower. He was a one-of-a-kind spirit who will be dearly missed and never forgotten.
elevated fsFzo Donations in memory of Galileo Dalmazzi may be made to the William Osler Health System Foundation at oslerfoundation.org.
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To all of your family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. He sure was a special man. We hope you all find some smiles with all the wonderful memories. Love from the Garels.
Uncle Pete’s smile and infectious laugh will live on forever in all of our hearts. He always had a hug and kind words for everyone he met. Treasure the precious memories and leave the rest behind.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Russ, Beverly and family
I am sorry for your loss. As a kid, I remember him as fun and always smiling. He seemed gentle. Your obit is lovely and paints the picture of a life well lived. My condolences to the entire family.
Compare Peter, I will truly miss you! I will miss our afternoon chats at La Rose and all the good times we spent together. You were a best friend to Arthur and a wonderful friend to me.
Although not knowing him personally, i can see son Rick who I have known personally.
I wish the best to the family and trust you will cherish the great times and memories you all developed!
Cheers
Mike and Fay Cart
R.I.P. Mr Dalmazzil thank you for the many memories created with all your buddies from Club Callie. A wonderful group of friends who stood the test of time. Loved your sense if humour and times spend with you and Mrs D. Sending condolences to all the family.🙏
Sending our sincere condolences to the family.
We always enjoyed hearing the wonderful stories and seeing the amazing friendships of Club Callie that you enjoyed over the years.
We thank Mr. Dalmazzi for his service and will continue to think of him every Remembrance Day.
Uncle Pete was truly an awesome guy. Even though we were miles away, we cherished the visits, phone calls and our video chats His knowledge and storytelling of our family history was always a pleasure to hear We will forever miss him. Love. John, Marie and Nicky
Sending my sincere condolences to Linda and Rick and family.
Thinking of you as you honour a life well-lived.
Oh Compare, you will be so missed!! You were such a big part of our growing up. When I remember Dad, I see him sitting at our table with you – and you both made each other laugh at the craziest things! We will so miss you but now you and Dad will be together again – best friends. ❤️
Sending my sincere condolences to you and your family.
I met Peter when he joined the Valentine Club. It was a pleasure to have known him.
Having grown up during the war years I was deeply appreciative of Peter’s service record and always viewed him as a hero.
We will miss his smiling face and happy demeanor.
Donna and I send our sincere condolences to you, Caryl and your family.