Obituary of GIOVANNI (JOHN) GIANCOLA

GIOVANNI (JOHN) GIANCOLA Peacefully, November 1, 2012, Giovanni (John) Giancola, husband, dad, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away at home embraced by his wife Lucia and surrounded by the love of his family. Dad was born in Castelpetroso, Isernia, Italy, March 14, 1929 to Angelo and Filomena Giancola. He married his beloved wife Lucia in 1953. Their son Angelo was born in 1955 and not long after Gabriele in 1956. The four of them journeyed on an adventure to Canada in 1957 for better opportunities. After a few short years living in rural Manitoba, they chose to call Winnipeg their home with daughters Rosina born in 1965 and Lisa following in 1969. Their family was now complete! Dad worked for the Canadian Pacific Railway for 37 years, retiring in 1995. Dad truly enjoyed the simple things in life. Particularly the outdoors, biking, walking, gardening, opera, music, basking in the sun, going to the beach, playing cards and travelling. Dad adored his wife Lucia and treasured spending time with his family. His most cherished times were family gatherings and enjoying countless hours taking his grandchildren and great grandchildren to parks. Nonno was their biggest fan, cheering them on at their various activities. Dad/Nonno was proud of each and every one of us. With moms unwavering love and care dad fought a 6 year battle against cancer with courage, dignity and determination, stoically maintaining his independence until his last days. Left to forever cherish his memory are his beloved wife Lucia, his sons Angelo (Debbie), Gabe (Patricia), and daughters Rosina (Jack Gordon), Lisa (Phil Tokarz), 10 grandchildren, as well as 4 great grandchildren, and a large extended family both in Canada and Italy. Waiting to welcome him in heaven are his mom and dad, his brother Felice, his sister Maria and grandson Evan. We are eternally grateful for dad’s team of caregivers Dr. Czaykowski, Dr. Reslerova, Dr. Ross, nurses Denise, Jennifer, Sarah-Jane and all of the other wonderful staff at Cancer Care and Palliative Care for their professionalism and personal touch. Also, many thanks to Father Sam for his spiritual guidance. Prayers will be Tuesday, November 6 at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, November 7 at 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Sam Argenziano officiating. Both held at Holy Rosary Parish 510 River Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba. Interment to follow at Glen Eden. In lieu of flowers, donations in dad’s memory can be made to CancerCare Manitoba or Palliative Care Program. Reposo in pace. We all love you.