Obituary of Epifanio Cistaro

CISTARO, Epifanio - We regret to announce the peaceful passing of Epifanio Cistaro on Thursday, January 21, 2010 at the age of 85 years with his family by his side. He leaves behind his loving wife Letizia, son Sam (Kristi) and only grandson Sebastian. Predeceased by his parents Salvatore and Giovanna Cistaro. Cherished brother of Carmelina Luzzi (Palmerino), Vincenzo Cistaro (Elisabeta), the late Leno Cistaro (late Carmela), Palina Petrone (late Federico), Rosa Torcchia (late Demetrio) and Elena Borlenghi (Alfredo). In Ontario, he also leaves behind wonderful brothers and sisters-in-law Pietro Perri (Franca) and Elena Longo (Frank). Born in San Demetrio Corone in 1925, he moved to Canada and Sault Ste. Marie in 1963 and worked his entire career at Algoma Contractors and Algoma Steel. Epifanio had a large family in Italy, Buenos Aires, New York and Sault Ste. Marie. He was also a loving uncle and great uncle of many nieces and nephews. Always with a smile and a 'hello' he was a friend to all. Epifanio loved his family, the outdoors and his many friends. Friends may call at Northwood Funeral Home Cremation & Reception Centre (942 Great Northern Road 945-7758) on Monday evening from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel, (549 Cathcart St.) on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Eric Pannike officiating. Entombment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Mausoleum. Memorial contributions to the SAH Cancer Care Fund or to ARCH would be greatly appreciated by the family. Special thank you to all of his caring doctors and health care practioners over the years and to Brenda Paat and her special staff at The Plummer Hospital - Second Floor.