We are saddened to announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Luigi was born in Frosinone, Italy on November 28, 1936 to Giovanni Scaccia and Angela (nee Velocia).
On November 7, 1964 Luigi immigrated to Canada with his wife Lidia and son Lorenzo to start a better life. He made his home in Vancouver and lived there until his untimely death on April 4, 2020 at Burnaby Hospital due to pneumonia. Luigi is survived by his loving wife of 62 years Lidia and devoted son Lorenzo. He also leaves behind his daughter-in-law Tina (nee De Vico), granddaughter Amanda (Mack), grandson Stephen and great granddaughter Brooklyn. Luigi’s kind heart and infectious smile will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held on Monday, April 13, 2020 from 3:00-4:00 p.m. at Kearney Burnaby Chapel 4715 Hastings Street, Burnaby, B.C.
Private Prayers and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Cross Parish. Private Entombment at Ocean View Burial Park, South Mausoleum.
Donations can be made in Luigi’s memory to the BC Lung Association.