Obituary of Lou Violini

Lou Violini, beloved husband of Maureen Violini of Calgary, died on Friday, January 4, 2008 at the age of 75 years after a long battle with diabetes. He spent his final years at the Fanning Centre. Lou’s strong faith and deep devotion to the Blessed Mary helped comfort him in his struggle. Lou is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Maureen; his son Rob (Sue) and daughter Pat (Paul); his four granddaughters, Nicole (Chris), Telesa (Herb), Tara (Colin) and Lindsay; a grandson Ryan; dear friends of the family, Cheryl and Gary Goldthorpe and many loving in-laws, nieces and nephews. Lou was predeceased by his parents Nicolina and Natale Violini; his infant brother Joseph; brother-in-law Emmet Reidy and many other dear friends. Lou was a native Calgarian. He went to St Angela’s Elementary, St. Anne’s Junior High and graduated from St. Mary’s High School. He began many ventures, including a lengthy stint with Trans-Canada Airlines, now Air Canada. Those who knew Lou were blessed with his hospitality, humour and inventive storytelling. Nobody could tell a story like Lou. He was also an avid New York Yankees fan. A sincere thanks to the staff at the Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Unit 3 West and the Dialysis Unit for their loving care and support. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Wednesday, January 9, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church (1714 – 14th Avenue N.E.) on Thursday, January 10, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, #204, 2323 – 32nd Avenue N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 6Z3 Telephone: (403) 266-0620, ext. 112, www.diabetes.ca. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In living memory of Lou Violini, 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.