One Month’s Mind Mass for the repose of Antonio’s soul will be celebrated at

St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 59 Newton Road, Newton

on MONDAY, January 5, 2026, commencing at 7:00 p.m.

 

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Born in Molinara, Prov. Benevento, Italy on September 9, 1932.

 

Passed away peacefully at North Eastern Community Aged Care on November 24, 2025.

 

Aged 93 years.

 

Beloved husband of Giovannina for 71 years.

 

Devoted father of Bill and Donato, and father-in-law of Anna.

 

Adored Nonno of Joanne and Isidoro, and of Anthony.

 

Cherished Bisnonno of Christian and Eva.

 

Dearly loved brother-in-law of

Pellegrino (deceased) and Concetta Longo,

Donato and Antonietta Cirocco.

 

Lovingly remembered by all of his relatives and friends

in Australia and Italy.

 

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Donio,

I shared 71 years with you by my side.

We created a beautiful life for us and our family.

I’ll miss not seeing you all day long.

Until we meet again.

Love Giovannina xx

 

Dad,

You had a heart of gold and would do anything for us.

We will treasure our times together at home and on the farm.

Thanks for being our dad and guiding us through life.

Wherever you are, you’ll never be forgotten.

Love Bill, Anna, and Donato xx

 

Nonno,

Your unconditional love will be cherished.

We enjoyed the stories you shared about your life

and the fun times where we played endless amounts of briscola.

You were a strong man right to the end.

Love Joanne and Isidoro xx

 

Nonno,

Your stories and the love you shared will be in my heart forever.

Love Anthony xx

 

Nonno Vecchio,

I’ll remember your smiley face and the chocolates you kept for me when I visited.

Love Christian xx

 

Nonno Vecchio,

I hope you have a peaceful time in heaven.

I’ll miss your hand shakes.

Love Eva (piccolina) xx

 

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Sincere thanks to all of the staff at

North Eastern Community Aged Care

for their loving and devoted care of Antonio.