Joe ” Pino” Crupi
elevated Yyipd 1955 ~ 2020
elevated Yyipd God called Joe peacefully on December 6th, 2020 at the age of 65. He will be forever missed by his beloved wife Luciana. Cherished by his dear children Anthony (Jennifer Atkinson), and Victoria (Alessandro Lanzillotta). Survived by his father Antonio Crupi and reunited in heaven with his mother Ada Crupi. Loving brother to Patricia (Dan Maggiori), brother-in-law Cosimo (Hilda Crupi) and his cherished nieces and nephews Andrea (David Petrozza), David, Frank, Jessica and Jonathon. Joe leaves behind a large network of friends from his current workplace Starlight Investments, and from previous employers Transglobe, and Minto. He was a prominent figure in the community of Markham, especially while he coached for the Markham Waxers. Joe was a friend to all who crossed his path, and was a “Ray” of sunshine to many friends. He will be held dear in the hearts of his family, relatives, and many friends. The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks for all the love and support during this difficult time. If so desired, donations in memory of Joe may be made to the Toronto General Hospital’s ICU by clicking HERE
elevated Yyipd A private Funeral Service will take place on Friday, December 11, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. Please click HERE to stream the service.
elevated Yyipd * Due to the current global Covid-19 pandemic York region is now under the Red Zone of social distancing rules and restrictions. As a result of this we are forced to limit the number of guests that are allowed to attend funeral services. The Crupi family will be having a private visitation on Friday, December 11th, with a Funeral Mass to Follow at Saint Patrick’s Parish in Markham. Funeral Visitation and Mass are on invite only by the family. We welcome you to offer your condolences to the family by leaving an online condolence.
elevated Yyipd
Please accept our deepest condolences during this terrible time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To Cosimo and the Crupi family
Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss.
Victor Tossutti, Livianna and Pawel
Thank you kindly for your kind thoughts.
I will miss you forever.
Love you always
Val
Our deepest condolences
So sorry for your loss
Thank you for your kind thoughts.
Hey Dan & Pat. Our sincerest condolences on the passing of Joe. I was one of the lucky ones who called Joe a friend. He was funny and always with a smile. We will all miss him! God Bless Vito and Adriana
Deepest sympathies. He will be missed.
Trish, Jerry and Family,
Thank you for your kind words. I cannot imagine our lives without him, but we hope to carry on as time goes by. Take care.
A beautiful spirit has taken wing and flown beyond all earthly things to reach a place of perfect peace. Joe’s love will live forever, and there are memories that will shine through the sorrow.
With Deepest Sympathy, Valentino, Cecilia, Leah.
I was so sad to read about Joe’s passing. We worked together for 3 years at Starlight and he was always a joy to be around. He would greet me with a big smile and would make me feel good when he was around. You are lucky to have had such a wonderful person in your family. My condolences to you.
Val, Leah and Cecilia,
He will be missed not only by my family, but I also know what he meant to all of you. We will gather strength from each other and keep his memory alive. He certainly gave us so many fond memories we can continue to laugh and cry about.
I nostri sentite Condoglianze a tutta la famiglia Crupi
Domenico e Lucia Lobello
We are so saddened by your loss. Joe was a very special man who lit up the room with his infectious smile and joyful nature. Our heartfelt condolences to Lou, Pat, Dan and the whole Crupi family. Susan and John Jenah
Susan and John,
Your generosity, love and support was and is immeasurable. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Vi ringraziamo da vero cuore.
I never met him. But from all the comments from the family he was Mr Hollywood. May his soul be in heavon and watching over the family
Thank you for those kind words. I wish you had met him…he certainly would’ve left an imprint.
My deepest condolences to the family , joe was an amazing gentleman, who always smiled and laughed.
His spirit for life was infectious, and he was a proud father and husband, even though I never met the family he always spoke with such pride when discussing family …I will miss him as I’m sure will the world. Will miss our cigar moments 🙏
Italo,
This brought me to tears. He spoke about you all the time and cherished his time with you, I’m sure. Please keep his legacy alive…have a cigar in his honour once this pandemic is over. Hearing those words about how he spoke about us put a smile on my face and a tear in my eyes. Thank you for sharing those thoughts. Take care.
We offer our heartfelt condolences to all of You. His cheerfulness will always be remembered.
Bruno and Cathy, thank you for your kind word about Joe. He will truly be missed. Take care.
Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing on of Joe, better known to his Waxer boys as Pino. Joe coached our son, Jesse’s team when he was 10 years old. They may not have won a lot of games, but Jesse remembers it as being one of his most fun years in minor hockey because Pino had a lot of fun with the boys- he was more than a coach- he was their friend, their mentor, their guide and always had a joke and a smile for the boys. To Joe, hockey was there to teach the boys how to cope as a competitive player first, then learn some hockey as you went along. The bottom line was to have fun. RIP, Pino. Your memory will live with us forever
Deepest Condolences to you and your family during this very difficult time. There are so many people that still don’t believe that Covid-19 is real, it’s unfortunate that your family had to be a testament to how real it is. I don’t know him or your family, but I read his story,and I feel your pain.
Dear Mike,
Hearing from a complete stranger and receiving condolences, truly touched our hearts. Yes, it’s unfortunate that a lot of people are not aware of how serious this virus can be. It has taken the life of my beloved husband, and father to my children. Please stay safe, and thank you for your kindness.
Theresa and John,
I wanted to thank you for your kind words and sharing those memories of Pino. His love for hockey and those years of coaching went beyond words. I really think those were some of the best years of his life. We have made some long lasting friendships and acquaintances during those years and for that I’m thankful.
Hope you and the family are all keeping safe and my best to all.
My sincere condolences to Patricia and the entire Crupi and Maggiori families. Both families have gained a special guardian angel. I remember Joe from our high school days. He always had a very infectious smile. May Joe rest in Eternal Peace and watch over his family.
Frank and Columba,
Thank you for your kind thoughts. Joe will be missed greatly by both our families for many years to come. He has left an indelible mark in the time he had on this earth. Stay safe.
As a next door neighbor of Joe’s father at 3077 Weston Rd, I wish to express my sincere condolences to the extended, entire Crupi Family, in particular to his father, my dear neighbor “Toni”.
I share with you all the pain and offer my prayer that your faith may give you strength in this time of deep sorrow!
“May the good earth be soft under him when he rests upon it….
And may it rest easy over him when he lay under it in deep sleep…. May it rest so lightly over him that his soul may escape quickly to rise up and up and away to travel along the trails of the universe until it reaches the eternal light………..and touch the face of God!”
Dear Wilmar,
I want to thank you for your deep-felt condolences. Although I have never had the pleasure of meeting you, my father-in-law Toni has spoken highly of you and we are all so grateful that he has such a wonderful and caring neighbor.
God Bless you, and please stay safe.
Our deepest condolences to all the family, heaven gained a beautiful angel.
Connie, Nelson, I can and Valentina Lobello-Afonso
Thank you for your heartfelt message. He will be forever missed.
Few people are gifted with the personality that’s larger then life, Joe fell into that category! Family & friends will dearly miss your forever easy going mannerisms
Rob and Christine,
Joe has left a void in all our hearts and will be missed forever. Thank you for your heartfelt words.
I will always remember how he loved to joke around with you as soon as he would see you! He had an innate ability to make people laugh.
Take care and again, thank you for your kind words.
Our deepest condolences to you Luciana and your beautiful family. May Joe Rest In Peace and take comfort that he will always be looking down and keeping his family safe.
Mina and Claudio,
Thank you for your kind words during our difficult loss. He will be missed forever.
I was lucky to work along side Joe many years ago. I’ve always looked back fondly at that time as he helped shape me personally and professionally. He was a kind and caring man who always had a smile on his face. He looked out for me and i’ll never forget that. You’ll be missed Joe
Dear Frank,
Thank you for sharing those kind words about Joe. He will certainly be missed by not only ourselves, but many who had the pleasure of working with him. Please keep him in your memory and prayers.
My heartfelt condolences to the Crupi Family,
May Joe rest peacefully in heaven🙏🙏,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Julie Mintsoulis-Jones
Julie,
I thank you for your heartfelt message. Joe will undoubtedly be a huge loss to my entire family.
It is with a deep heart and sadness that I learn of Joe’s passing. My heartfelt condolences to the entire Crupi family.
I carry only the most cherished of memories growing up together as young teenagers into adult men that will live in my heart forever.
Lou,
So nice to hear from you and thank you for your loving words in Joe’s memory. He has left a void in so many people’s hearts and you can only imagine how much my family and I will miss him.
Hope you are doing well. Stay safe.
Words cannot express my sorrow on the loss of one of the nicest guys I ever had the pleasure of knowing. My condolences to the family and friends who have lost a special person in their lives.
Zen,
Thank you for those most heartfelt words. Joe will be missed tremendously by many.
To Luciana, Anthony and Victoria. My deepest condolences. Joe always had a big smile on his face, and was always had time for a friendly chat. I will miss Joe’s waves whenever I honk my horn at him driving by. Joe’s smiles, humour and kindness will never be forgotten. God Bless.
Jim,
Our most heartfelt thank you for those kind words. He loved getting those drive by honks, even though half the time he wasn’t sure who he was waving to because he couldn’t see them! Joe will be missed by many but I hope we can all remember the smile he had for us all.
I am deeply saddened to hear of Joe’s passing. My most heartfelt condolences to the Crupi family. I have many memories of Joe and I’ll never forget him.
Diana,
Thank you for your condolences. Joe will be missed by so many people. I still cannot believe he is gone. Take care.
Our deepest condolences to Luciana, Anthony, Victoria and the rest of family. We are so saddened by this loss. Pino was an amazing person who always smiling and laughing. He was a proud father and husband and loved by so many people. He will be dearly missed by all. May he rest in peace.
Thank you all so much for your kind words of condolences. He has left a void in our hearts like no other. Take care.
Joe was a caring, well intentioned person, that was taken much too soon from friends and family.
RIP Joe
You will surely be missed by all.
Terry,
Thank you for reaching out and for your kind words. He will be sadly missed by many.
I am very sorry for your loss. I remember Joe fondly as a hard working, fun loving guy, who always smiled. Most of all he loved his family and cherished his friends. RIP Joe.
Tony,
Thank you for reaching out. We had some laughs back in the day and I will cherish those days forever. Joe will be forever in our hearts.
My deepest condolences to a very loving gentlemen. May he rest in Peace in the Glory of God.
Our deepest condolences to your family. Joe was a wonderful brother,family man and son. May he rest in peace. His smile will forever remain in our hearts 💕 ♥️
Claudio and Grace,
Thank you for sharing those kind words about Joe. He has left an emptiness in all our lives but so many cherished memories as well. Take care and stay safe.
Thank you for your kind words. His memory will live on.
Our deepest sympathy to Lu, Anthony, Victoria and family. Joe was an amazing husband, father, friend and Community leader. Coach Crupi had a very positive impact on so many young Markham Waxer hockey players over the years. He was passionate about everything he did and he was always smiling. We were blessed to have known him and he will be greatly missed. The Klotz family.
Doug,
I love hearing all those kind words about Joe’s coaching years. Those were probably some of the best years he and I shared. So many wonderful memories and so many lasting friendships made. I know he’s looking down smiling on all of us.
Our deepest condolences. Your family is in our prayers ❤️
Thank you Angelica for your kind words.
I never had the pleasure of meeting Joe. My best friend, Maria Panacci had nothing but the most positive things to say about Joe. They say only the good die young. To Lu and your family my heart felt condolences.
Hi Milva,
Thank you so much for your kind words. It touches me so much when complete strangers reach out to offer condolences. He was an incredible man who had a smile for everyone. I wish you had an opportunity to meet him. Again, thank you for reaching out.
Last summer talked to Pino at a shoe store I was good friends with Frank CrupI father in law Hearing of his passing has really touched me it was too soon My heart goes out to Luciana and family
Tony,
So nice to hear from you and sharing such kind words of Joe. I know he will be missed my many, aside from all of us. Take care and thanks again for reaching out.
My deepest heartfelt condolences to the Crupi family. I still can’t believe Joe has left us. I worked with him at Starlight and we certainly had some memorable times. He will never be forgotten. He had a heart of gold and he will be missed
Calvin,
Thank you for your kind words. Joe has left an emptiness in all of our hearts and nothing will fill that void.
My sincere condolences to the entire Crupi family. May your loving memories bring you peace, comfort and strength, today and always. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Maria,
Thank you for your kind words. Joe was special to so many. We were to have spent many occasions with you and Val but sadly that will never be. Take care of Val…he’s very special to us.
To Luciana, Anthony, Victoria Tony Crupi and family.. Our deepest Condolences.. We are so saddened by the loss of Pino. He was amazing person. May he Rest In Peace
Rocky & Matilda and Family Galluzzo
Rocky and Matilda,
Thank you for your heartfelt condolences. Joe will be missed terribly but we take comfort in all he has left behind.
Our sincere condolences to the entire Crupi Family. I will never forget and always cherish in my heart all the wonderful memories and experiences we shared with Joe growing up. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Lou and your entire family during this difficult time.
Jack,
We certainly had some great memories that I will hold near and dear. Life without him will definitely not be easy and I thank you for all your love and support during this difficult time.
My sincere condolences to the entire Crupi family.
I had the pleasure of looking after him at Harry Rosen and am honoured to call Joe a friend. I will miss our espresso and chats.
RIP my friend🙏🏼
Rino,
I had the pleasure of meeting you on one of Joe’s many visits to the store. One thing I will always remember is when he would come home with a bag from Harry Rosen, so excited about his new purchase. He always respected your opinion when it came to fashion!
He is a huge part of our family that we will miss eternally. I miss his laugh and his presence every day. Thank you for being a dear friend to him.
My condolences to your family. He will be greatly missed. Such a gentlemen he was kind and caring. Rest in Peace Pino.
Francesca,
Thank you for your kind words. Joe’s life was short but so full and I’m thankful that so many people crossed his path. Stay safe.
My deepest sympathies to the Crupi Family. I worked with Joe at Timbercreek, and he later worked with my husband at Starlight. Small world. Joe was the life of any room he walked in. I can’t believe he’s no longer with us. He was a good man. He will be missed.
Sandy,
Joe touched many lives in a special way. He had the ability to light up any room. We will miss him immensely, as well as all those who came to know him. Thank you for your kind words.
Luciana & family,
May your treasured memories be a source of comfort during this very difficult time.
Please accept our deepest condolences.
Josie and Angelo,
A heartfelt thank you for your kind words on the passing of Joe. He was a large part of our lives that will be missed immensely.
Our condolences to you Luciana, Anthony, Victoria and the entire Crupi family. Joe will be coaching a new hockey team in heaven. Rest in peace. Ivana, Joe, Jonathan and Jeffrey.
Ivana,
Thank you for your kind words. You know how much Joe loved coaching the kids and that was probably one of his favourite times of his life. We met so many friends and acquaintances that to this day still remain part of our lives. Take care.
Our deepest sympathies to the whole Crupi family. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Joe was a ray of sunshine. He will be missed.
Kathie Szeplaki, Cole Hartley, Bridgette Hartley
Kathy, Cole and Bridgette,
Thank you so much for your very kind words. Joe will be missed tremendously and our hearts ache having lost him at such a young age.
To Lu and the family, we are deeply saddened by your loss. I knew Joe through his involvement in Markham Minor Hockey when we coached together and through men’s pickup hockey usually playing against each other. Joe was an excellent coach who always had a huge bright smile and a special talent of getting along with the kids. You could tell they loved to play for him through the way they interacted with him both on the ice and on the bench. You became Joe’s friend the moment you met him. Graham & Marion Martin
Graham and Marion,
Joe’s involvement in hockey was probably the best years of his life. I am grateful, as I know he was, for having made lasting relationships through hockey that still remain strong to this day.
Thank you for sharing all those kind memories of Joe. He will certainly be missed not only by us, but by so many who’s lives he touched.
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. May all the happy memories be a measure of comfort.
God Bless You All and give you peace and strength.
You are all in our prayers.
Vince and Mary Sgambelluri.
Vince and Mary,
Thank you kindly for your love and support during this difficult time. Joe will be missed greatly.
I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of one of my old friends. he was one of kind, he always put a smile on our faces. He will be missed . My condolences to the family. Rest in peace my friend
Art,
Thank you so much for your kind words. Although we have never met, Joe spoke of you often and the times you shared. He was a wonderful man who touched so many lives.
Our deepest condolences to the Crupi family, Joe was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed
Carlos and Diana,
Many thanks for your heartfelt condolences. Joe was a wonderful man who will be missed by so many.
Our deepest condolences to Crupi family. We are completely heartbroken and he will be missed. May he Rest In Peace. Thoughts and prayers ❤️🙏🏻
My sincere condolences to the Crupi family. I worked with Joe about 10 years ago. Wonderful man always a pleasure to talk too. Wonderful smile and beautiful soul. I am so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Lisa Giammarco
Lisa,
Thank you for your kind words. Joe certainly had another work “family” that he admired and cherished and spoke of them often. I’m happy that you were one of the lucky ones to have been part of that family.
Jim and Liz,
Our hearts are so empty and broken with the tragic passing of our beloved Joe. It’s hard to believe he’s gone. Thank your for your kind words.
Luciana and Family,
It was with great sadness that I learned today of Joe’s passing. I extend my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Joe was the most gracious man and patient.
I remember him well, with a lot of fondness.
Margaret Bugdahn
Dr. Bugdahn, you cannot imagine how touched I was to hear from you. Joe’s passing has shocked my world and it will be difficult to even think of life without him. Thank you so much for reaching out. I hope you and your family are doing well during these trying times. Take care.
My deepest condolences to all of you. I worked with Joe a number of years ago at Transglobe. Joe was kind, and always smiling. I will always have fond memories of him.
Thank you for your kind words. Keep him in your prayers.
Holly,
Thank you for taking time to offer your condolences. Joe had many friends and acquaintances from his workplace, past and present
My deepest condolences to the Crupi family and friends. Thank you for sharing Joe’s story in the media. This was very selfless of you during this very difficult time. Joe seemed to be a positive force. May he Rest In Peace. And may you take comfort in your memories of him.
Simone,
Thank you so much for your kind words. Joe deserved that and so much more. He was a wonderful human being that left a mark on so many people whose lives he touched.
To Mrs. Crupi and your family, our deepest condolences for your loss. May Joe rest in peace and our prayers are with you at this difficult time. God bless.
Joe and Annie,
Thank you kindly for your heartfelt words of comfort. Joe will be missed immensely for many years to come.
I am deeply saddened to read of Pino’s passing. My sincerest sympathies to all of Pino’s family. Pino was a friend to everyone he met. He worked with me coaching young Markham Waxers. I as well as all those young players have very fond memories of the time we had together. Pino has left a true legacy in his family. Treasure you memories!
Tom,
Your kind words are so comforting at such a difficult time. I remember those hockey days well and I know how much they were some of the most memorable times for us. I hope you and your family are keeping well. Take care.
Dear Luciana and Family
Our deepest condolences and prayers are with you during this time.
Maria,
Thank you so much for reaching out and for your kind words. Take care.