RICCARDO SANDRON
January 26, 2013
RICCARDO SANDRON On Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Prayers were held in the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street @ Manitoba Avenue. Funeral Liturgy was Celebrated on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Ignatius Roman Catholic Church, 255 Stafford Street. Entombment followed in the Queen of Heaven Mausoleum in Assumption Roman Catholic Cemetery, 3990 Portage Avenue.Publish Date: Feb 2, 2013RICCARDO SANDRON August 20, 1923 – January 26, 2013 Peacefully in his sleep, with his family at his side, Riccardo passed away at the age of 89 years. Riccardo will be lovingly remembered by his wife Rina; daughter Letizia; son Felice; daughter-in-law Brigitte; grandchildren Nigel, Timothy, Reanna and Elysa; sisters Adalgisa, Dusolina and Lidia; and friend Theo Joseph. He was predeceased by his parents Assunta and Clemente; brothers Guido, Pierro, and Mario; and sisters Anna and Emma. Born in Fossalta di Portogruaro, Italy; Riccardo met the love of his life, Rina, after he returned from the Second World War. They were happily married for over 60 years. He was an industrious man, determined to provide the best for his family, so he left for Canada in 1956 in search of a brighter future. His original plan was to stay for one year, but he lived the rest of his amazing life with his family in Winnipeg. Riccardo always put family first. He instilled a love for learning and a passion for adventure within his children and grandchildren. Many happy times were spent having Sunday dinner with the family. He also enjoyed many vacations in Italy. He was a true craftsmen working until he was 67 years old for Heymann’s Masonry. He loved to work with his hands and putter in his garage. His family and friends benefitted from his talent and generosity. Riccardo looked for the best in others and gave the best he had. Always willing to strike up a conversation, he enjoyed friendship with his neighbours and had a great time celebrating with his friends in the Italian community. He was proud of the wine he made. He loved to laugh. On Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Prayers will be held in the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street @ Manitoba Avenue. Funeral Liturgy will be Celebrated on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Ignatius Roman Catholic Church, 255 Stafford Street @ Corydon Avenue. Entombment will follow in the Queen of Heaven Mausoleum in Assumption Roman Catholic Cemetery, 3990 Portage Avenue. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Winnipeg Foundation, Education Programs for Newcomers (www.wpgfdn.org or (204) 944-9474.) Richard Wojcik, Funeral Director of Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel Crematorium, is in care of arrangements, 204 – 586 – 8668.Publish Date: Jan 30, 2013RICCARDO SANDRON August 20, 1923 – January 26, 2013 Peacefully in his sleep, with his family at his side, Riccardo passed away at the age of 89 years. Riccardo will be lovingly remembered by his wife Rina; daughter Letizia; son Felice; daughter-in-law Brigitte; grandchildren Nigel, Timothy, Reanna and Elysa; sisters Adalgisa, Dusolina and Lidia; and friend Theo Joseph. He was predeceased by his parents Assunta and Clemente; brothers Guido, Pierro, and Mario; and sisters Anna and Emma. Born in Fossalta di Portogruaro, Italy; Riccardo met the love of his life, Rina, after he returned from the Second World War. They were happily married for over 60 years. He was an industrious man, determined to provide the best for his family, so he left for Canada in 1956 in search of a brighter future. His original plan was to stay for one year, but he lived the rest of his amazing life with his family in Winnipeg. Riccardo always put family first. He instilled a love for learning and a passion for adventure within his children and grandchildren. Many happy times were spent having Sunday dinner with the family. He also enjoyed many vacations in Italy. He was a true craftsmen working until he was 67 years old for Heymann’s Masonry. He loved to work with his hands and putter in his garage. His family and friends benefitted from his talent and generosity. Riccardo looked for the best in others and gave the best he had. Always willing to strike up a conversation, he enjoyed friendship with his neighbours and had a great time celebrating with his friends in the Italian community. He was proud of the wine he made. He loved to laugh. On Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Prayers will be held in the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street @ Manitoba Avenue. Funeral Liturgy will be Celebrated on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Ignatius Roman Catholic Church, 255 Stafford Street @ Corydon Avenue. Entombment will follow in the Queen of Heaven Mausoleum in Assumption Roman Catholic Cemetery, 3990 Portage Avenue. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Winnipeg Foundation, Education Programs for Newcomers (www.wpgfdn.org or (204) 944-9474.) Richard Wojcik, Funeral Director of Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel Crematorium, is in care of arrangements, 204 – 586 – 8668.Publish Date: Jan 30, 2013RICCARDO SANDRON On Saturday, January 26, 2013, Riccardo died at the St. Boniface Hospital at the age of 89 years. On Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Prayers will be held in the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street @ Manitoba Avenue. Funeral Liturgy will be Celebrated on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Ignatius Roman Catholic Church, 255 Stafford Street @ Corydon Avenue. Entombment will follow in the Queen of Heaven Mausoleum in Assumption Roman Catholic Cemetery, 3990 Portage Avenue. A longer obituary notice to follow. Richard Wojcik, Funeral Director of Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel Crematorium, is in care of arrangements, 204 – 586 – 8668.Publish Date: Jan 29, 2013RICCARDO SANDRON On Saturday, January 26, 2013, Riccardo died at the St. Boniface Hospital at the age of 89 years. A longer obituary notice to follow Richard Wojcik, Funeral Director of Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel Crematorium, is in care of arrangements, 204 – 897 – 4665.Publish Date: Jan 28, 2013Publish Date: Jan 29, 2013Publish Date: Jan 30, 2013Publish Date: Jan 30, 2013 As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on February 02, 2013