Obituary of Ernesto Antonio Lucente

September 26, 1941 – Castelsilano, Italy

December 17, 2023 – Calgary, Alberta

Ernesto Lucente was called to the arms of God on Sunday, December 17, 2023, in his home surrounded by his loving family.

Ernesto was a hard worker, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He may no longer be with us in person, but his spirit will continue to shine brightly through the memories, and experiences shared by those who were fortunate enough to know and love him.

He instilled the values of love, compassion, and hard work throughout his life, he cherished his family above all else.

He will be deeply missed by all who loved him.

Ernesto is survived by his loving wife of 57 years Rosetta, his three children Caterina (Frank) Flaviano, Gina (Steve) Kamajian, and Carlo (Sarah) Lucente; seven grandchildren, Mick, Ernesto, Silvarose, Jacob, Ernesto, Carlo, and Rosetta.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church (10 Prestwick Drive S.E., Calgary AB) on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. The family has requested a private burial at Queens Park Mausoleum.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with Ernesto’s family here.

In living memory of Ernesto Lucente, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Deerfoot South, 12281 – 40th Street SE, Calgary, AB T2Z 4E6, Telephone: 403-203-0525.