Robert Rovazzi
elevated mgx4H May 22, 1952 ~ June 8, 2024
elevated mgx4H Visitation
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 from 2 – 4 & 6 – 8 p.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated mgx4H Funeral Mass
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated mgx4H Interment
Section 36A at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 2C7
elevated mgx4H Surrounded by his family, Robert “Bob” Rovazzi passed away peacefully on June 8, 2024. He leaves behind his loving family, including his wife of 47 years, Rosemarie, parents, Gino and Giulia,  daughters and son-in-law, Liana and Alysia (Pasquale) and four grandsons, Leonardo, Alessandro, Matteo and Gianluca. Robert cherished family and faith above all else – and he was always happy listening to music or watching sports in any form possible. Diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2004, he had a progressive journey and approached each day with strength and courage. Resting at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home in Thornhill, visitation will take place on Tuesday, June 11 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm. The funeral service and burial will also be held at Holy Cross on Wednesday, June 12 at 1:30pm, followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers, the family gratefully requests that a donation in memory of Robert be directed to the University Health Network Foundation, The Brain Campaign.
Rosemarie, Liana, Alysia and family,
Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. He will be dearly missed as well as his mischievous smile!! Big hugs and love to you always,
Rosann and Rob
Dearest Rovazzi Family,
Our deepest and sincerest condolences for the loss of our beloved Bob. Our hearts are completely broken at this time! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
I would just like to say that Frank & I first met Bob and Rosemarie back in 1977 in Toronto, when our kids were competing in the Italian Olympic games. In 1988, I had the pleasure to travel with Bob and Rosemarie to Catania, Italy to watch our kids compete in the Giocchi della Gioventu. That was the best time of my life because we met as complete strangers and over the years, we have grown to become very good and dear friends.
For all these years that we have known Bob, he was always an easy going, very kind and generous soul.
If it wasn’t for Bob and Rosemarie, Frank and I would have never known the Just for Laughs Festivals! We thank you Bob and Rosemarie for all the wonderful memories that we have created together. We will treasure them forever in our hearts.
You will be terribly missed, and may God keep you in His eternal embrace.
Our sincere condolences to you Rosemarie and family. Bob was an amazing man , husband and father. Your love and respect for each other was a beautiful blessing. Rest in Peace 🙏
Our thoughts are with you all during this time, Bob left an indelible mark on everyone who knew him, I will never forget him or the hospitable and caring nature he possessed whenever we would visit with you. He always took the time to ask me about school or what I was doing and to offer encouragement. We know he will rest in peace and without pain for all eternity. Love to you.
Dear Rosemarie & family, no matter how poorly he felt, he always had a big smile and a cheery hello. With your loving care and devotion he was able to have the strength to carry on these many years. May he rest in peace and may his memory be for a blessing.
Dear Rosemarie and Family,
I am sending you and your family my deepest condolences. I have no doubt that your caring, constant and loving presence by his side brought him so much comfort during such a difficult time.
May his memory be a blessing.
My deepest condolences to you and your families at this time. May God Bless him and you all. Yours sincerely Sandra Arcieri CWG 🙏🏻
Dear Rosemarie and family, please accept our deepest condolences for the passing of Bob. His wit, sense of humour, and courage will be remembered.
Keeping you, Bob, and your girls and their families in our thoughts and prayers. Eternal rest grant unto Bob, O Lord.
Dear Rosemarie,
Our heartfelt sympathy to you, Liana, Alysia and their families and to Bob’s parents. We are so deeply sorry for your loss and hope you will find comfort in all the good times you shared and in the memories that will always live on.
Bob was a loving husband, father, grandfather and son and a good natured, honest man with a great sense of humour whom we loved. We are thankful for all the wonderful good times we shared.
We admired Bob’s strength and courage as he battled through his illness and it was your love and care that comforted him. May he rest in peace.
With all our love,
Edith and Frank.
Dear Rosemarie,
My deepest condolences to you and your family.Bob will be greatly missed by many. May the good memories you shared bring you comfort during this time of sorrow.
My deepest condolences to the Rovazzi Family. May you be comforted by your happy memories of Bob.
I worked directly with Bob at the WSIB in the Toronto East ISU from 1990-1997. Bob was a serious, respectful, and caring manager with optimal work ethics. He was a matter-of-fact and always the gentleman, diligent and kind. He used his subtle sense of humour to lighten the mood.
I will always remember Bob with much fondness. May he Rest in Peace.
Dear Rosemarie and family
our sincere condolences for the passing of Bob.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, the girls and Bob’s parents.
We have fond memories of Bob when we had happy times together as friends.
May he rest in peace. Rosemarie, you were his pillar of strength.
Franca & David
Dear Rosemarie and family,
On behalf of the WSIB Alumni Association, I am sending you our deepest condolences to you on the loss of this wonderful man.
At the Board, Bob was always seen as the “go to” guy…if you had a question you would “go to” Bob !
He was very well liked and admired by his friends and colleagues .
His last few years were a challenge but with your love and support, Bob carried on.
He will be missed. May he rest in eternal peace.
Hazel Regan
Dear Rovazzi Family
My sincere condolences to each of you at this difficult time.
Bob and I were coworkers for many years. You should be proud to know he was a dedicated, hard working professional.
Bob spoke often of his family and there was no doubt about his pride and commitment to each of you.
May he rest in peace.
I have fond memories of working with Bob. He was a lovely person. I extend my most sincere condolences on his passing.
Dear Rosemarie and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Robert will be missed by so many including me.
I know your love will always continue, even though you are parted.
All my love to you and your family and may Robert REST in PEACE.
Dear Rosemary and family I am so sorry for your loss. I share your grief. He Was so kind to me. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I remember him in the holy sacrifice of the mass. May God bless all of you. Joey Tomasicchio. I am jeannie’s cousin.
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Bob. Rosemarie, Liana, Alysia, our deepest condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Bob as I remember him was always making jokes and he did love his sports. RIP now Bob ❤️ much love Rosemarie
Deepest condolences to the Rovazzi family. The many years of absence from Bob’s life , never erased the many fond memories we shared in the past.
John Cirillo and Benita Neto
Our deepest condolences to all of you, Rosemarie, Liana, Alysia and families at this very sad time. We were so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing after his long illness. We’ll always remember his warmth and sense of humour. We’re sure being surrounded by his supportive and loving family gave Bob the courage to face the challenges of recent years.
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers, and wishing you much strength at this difficult time.
Vanessa Sovran & Steven Preston
Dear Rosemarie and family.
My Sincere Condolences go out to you and all the family in this time of grief. I pray that God will give you courage and strength to get through this difficult time. May Bob’s Soul Rest in God’s Peace.
God bless you all.
Phyllis
It has been our sincere privilege and pleasure to be neighbours to Rosemarie and Bob for many years. It has been truly inspiring to witness Bob’s courage and Rosemarie’s loving care and compassion for him. Although physically apart, we pray both Bob and Rosemarie are at peace. We are keeping all who loved Bob in our prayers.
Rosemarie & family
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I know how much Bob treasured and loved his family. May you draw strength from all the happy memories you formed and experienced with him over the years. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Giuliana and Bruce Carbone
Dear Rosemarie,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Robert was a kind, generous, dedicated, and longstanding leader in our St. Philip Neri parish. We deeply feel his loss in our community, so know that you are not alone. I pray for peace and strength during the difficult days ahead.
Anna
Dear Rosemarie and family
Our sincere condolences for the passing of Bob.
May he rest in Peace
Clara and Tom
I was so saddened to hear of Bob’s passing.
I first met Bob when we started Claims training at the WSIB many years ago. I will always remember his kindness, wisdom, and the laughter and camaraderie we shared.
He was a true gentleman.
My deepest condolences to the Rovazzi family.
Rest in Peace Bob.
Dear Rovazzi Family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of Bob. May he rest in eternal peace.🙏🏻 Thinking of you all during this most difficult time.
Our deepest condolences and prayers to the family.
My heartfelt gratitude for your donation to UHN Brain Campaign in Bob’s memory and kind words of condolences.