Obituary of Gabriele La Valle

La Valle, Gabriele - Peacefully on Friday March 25, 2011 at the St. Catharines General Hospital in his 85th year surrounded by family and friends. Predeceased by his wife Carmela (2001) of 52 years, and his son Durante (2008). Loving Papa of Nevilia Delli Castelli (Guido) of Italy, Milva Sztanko (Paul) and daughter in law Mary. Beloved and cherished Nonno of Antonello (Nada), Gabriele (Daniella), Daniel (Tara), Dino (Jennifer), Kristina and Matthew. Proud Nonni of David, Anthony, Andrea, Samuele, Emma, Grace and Angelina. Survived by his sisters Algisa, Ida, Antonia and many nieces, nephews and close friends. Also predeceased by his sister Marietta. Gabriele could always be found tending to his garden or "scoottering" to Facer Street for a quick game of "Tre Sette." He also cherished his time with the many family gatherings over the years. A special thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of the PCU and Palliative Care Units for their extrodinary care and compassion of our Papa. Family will receive friends at the George Darte Funeral Home, 585 Carlton Street. Visiting hours are Sunday between 2-4 & 7-9pm. Vigil Prayers will be said in the funeral home at 3pm on Sunday. Funeral Liturgy will be held at St.Alfred's Church, 272 Vine Street, on Monday at 11am. Entombment will follow at Victoria Lawn Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation in Gabriele's honour.