It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Father and Nonno Mario Lecce. Born on May 4, 1931, in Spezzano Sila, Cosenza, Italy.
Dad passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024, at the age of 92. Mario was predeceased by his loving wife Angelina. His brothers Aldo (Carmela), Aurelio (Marietta), Fausto (Maria), Antonio, Rodolfo and Ettore.
He is survived by his children Flora (John) Bevilacqua, Diana, Aldo (Elaina) Lecce. His grandchildren, Iola (Dante), Antonio (Grazia), Daniel (Janet), Ava, Max, Karlie, and Alexander. His great-grandchildren, Valentina, Lorenzo, and Gianluca. His sisters Maria Santavenere, Elvira Fillipelli. Brothers and sisters-in-law, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends in Canada and Italy.
Dad your kindness and generosity will be missed by all.
Special thanks to Dr. Salvino and staff, St. Paul’s Hospital, and St. Michael’s Hospice for their care and support.
Viewing will be held at Kearney Burnaby Chapel 4715 Hastings Street, Burnaby on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Sorrows 555 South Slocan Street, Vancouver on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 11:00 am, followed by entombment at Ocean View Burial Park-South Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society and Alzheimer’s Society