Obituary of Antonio Roscioli

Antonio Roscioli beloved husband of Teresa Roscioli of Calgary passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2008 at the age of 80 years. Antonio was born May 20, 1928 in Teramo, Italy. He married Teresa on January 6, 1957 and came to Calgary on July 15, 1962. Antonio worked for many years in the construction industry, retiring from Centcom Construction on May 20, 1993. Antonio’s greatest passions were to work in his garden, make his own wine and socialize with his neighbours. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather, and cherished the times spent with his family and friends. Antonio is survived by his loving wife, Teresa; daughter, Ersilia and her children, Lia and Robert; son and daughter-in-law, Frank and Jewel Roscioli; sister, Iolanda, of Kelowna, BC; brothers, Victorio (Aldina), of Teramo, Italy and Gaetano (Antonieta); as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Francesco and Ersilia, sister Filomena, and brothers, Giuseppe and Romolo. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre St. North) on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at 8:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at Our Lady of Grace Italian and English Catholic Church (1714 – 14th Avenue N.E.) on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. Graveside service to follow at Queens Park Mausoleum. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In living memory of Antonio Roscioli, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH Telephone: (403) 276-2296.