Italo Di Felice
elevated FRH6a January 2, 1940 – July 2, 2024
elevated FRH6a Visitation
Friday July 5, 2024 from 2pm to 4pm & 5:30pm to 8pm
elevated FRH6a Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated FRH6a Funeral Mass
Saturday July 6, 2024 at 10am
elevated FRH6a Our Lady Queen of the World Parish
10411 Bayview Avenue, Richmond Hill, ON
elevated FRH6a Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON, L3T 2C7
elevated FRH6a Obituary
elevated FRH6a It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we share that Italo Di Felice passed away peacefully on July 2, 2024.
elevated FRH6a Italo was a beloved husband to Nina for 59 years, and a loving father to Dolores (Mauro), Terry (Rania), and Roberto (Elena). He was a shining light and blessing to his grandchildren Emily, Olivia, Julian, Isabella, Alessandro, Luca, Adriano and Sofia. He will be forever missed and his memory is everlasting in our hearts.
elevated FRH6a Italo was born in Castropignano, Italy on January 2, 1940 and immigrated to Argentina before settling in Toronto, Canada in 1960. Here he met and married Nina and together they built a happy life, home and family. Italo trained as a hairdresser and for over five decades ran his own salon, first with his brother as Italo and Joe Hair Stylists and then as Italo Hair Design in North York. In his 50s he obtained his real estate licence and continued to work at both his chosen trades well into his 70s.
elevated FRH6a Italo’s life was filled with love for his family, his many friends, and for those whose lives he touched. He was a master prosciutto-maker, wine connoisseur, gardener, and chauffeur and cheerleader for his grandchildren. He was also an adventurer – even zip lining for the first time when he was 80. He was a mentor and gifted storyteller for his children and grandchildren – his stories imparted knowledge and brought smiles and laughter. Italo was an inspiration to all, reminding us always to “smile and the world will smile with you.” We will remember him smiling and laughing with a glass of wine in hand.
elevated FRH6a In memory of Italo, please consider a donation to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.
elevated FRH6a
Our sincere condolences to the family. He will always be in our heart. Rest in peace Compare Italo🙏
Le piu’ sentite condoglianze a tutta la famiglia.
Our deepest condolences to you Patina & to the entire Family. We will forever treasure our visits at your house on Charlton. May God give you all strength at this difficult time.
Our deepest condolences. I will forever have fond memories of the years on Charlton. Rest in peace.
Our deepest condolences to all family.
Deepest condolences to all the family may he rest in peace free of pain and suffering
Deepest Condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you.
“Forever in the minds and hearts,
of those who hold him dear.
The love, the voice, the warmth,
Will be forever near.”
Rob and Family,
I always loved seeing your Dad at the office. He was always smiling and happy and so friendly. We enjoyed some great conversations.
In reading his obituary I can see he was so well loved.
My heart feels your great loss for your family and friends.
Please accept our sincerest condolences. May your many happy memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.
We send our sincere condolences to Nina and the entire family. Italo was so proud of each of you and his love was endless. He was a dear friend and will be greatly missed. May he rest in peace.
Deepest condolences to all the family
Beautiful obituary! We will miss Italo, his great smile and loving nature. He was/is surrounded by a fabulous family – a testament to his hard work and amazing life.
My condolences to all of you at this time. May God continue to be with you and comfort you.
Julian and Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your grandfather. I remember meeting him at HTS as kids, he was always so kind to me and always had a big smile on his face.
Julian, I’m sure he was so proud of what a wonderful, loving person you are. You are all such a testament to a what a great man, father, and grandfather he was.
Our hearts and prayers are with your whole family.
Dear Terry , Rania and all the family ,
We send you our condolences. We loved reading the obituary about your wonderful patriarch Italo. He will be so missed by you all .
God Bless You All
Francie and Peter Barbetta
My condolences to you all. I will miss HTS Grampa. He brought joy wherever he went every time I ever saw him.
Dear Dolores,
Condolences to you and your family. May your father rest in eternal peace. Wishing you strength in the days ahead.
Our deepest condolences to Nina and the whole family. We remember Italo fondly, always with a smile.
May he rest in peace,
Sheila Tarsitano and Richard DiMarco and their families.
Compare Italo became a special mentore and inspiration during my formative years. Although there were a few years that seperated us, Italo made me feel as though l was among a peer. Myself and my family will miss Italo dearly. To the DiFelice family, condolences
Robert, Elena and family:
Our deepest condolences during this difficult time. May God bless all of you and give you strength. Sending prayers and love. 🙏🙏🙏💖💖💖
Di Felice Family,
May your fond memories help you eventually find peace and your many stories keep Italo close to your hearts.
Our condolences.
Steven, Brenda and Kyle Albuquerque-Boutilier
Our deepest condolences to Nina and the Di Felice family. Italo was a lovely person who’s smile will be remembered.