It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Domenico Celio.
Born August 1, 1938 in Palena, province of Chieti, Abruzzo, Italy. He immigrated to Canada in 1963.
Domenic was the son of Amadio Celio and Giuseppina Galassi. brother to Giacinto (Maria), Gaetanella (Domenico), Biagio (Maria), Antonio (Lucia), Giovanni (Maria), zio to many nieces, nephews, and brother in law to Laurino (Elvira), Amalia (Eugenio), Teresa (Jimmy), Camillo (Rina), Lucia (Mario), Antonio (Hildegarde), Tommaso (Louise), Rita (Ezio), Adriana (Nicola) and Anna (Piero).
Survived by his loving and devoted wife of 54 years, Lina, and children Claudio, Pino (Michale), Anita (Mike) and grandchildren Domenico, Emma and Isabel.
Domenic was proud to work for Earls Industries for over 40 years as a heavy duty mechanic. He enjoyed spending time at many family picnics and winning the family bocce tournament on more than a few occasions.
He was loved by many family, friends and neighbours for his welcoming personality and love of endless conversation. Everyone knew Domenic had an open door policy, which always included a glass (or two!) of his homemade wine. If you were to visit Domenic in the summer months, then your visit included a tour of his large garden. He proudly displayed his tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, beans, figs, etc etc. Domenic’s competitive nature was evident at any card game he played, either at home or at Victoria Park in Vancouver.
He will be dearly missed and remembered for his infectious laugh, beautiful smile, joking nature, loudly and proudly singing Abruzzo songs, willingness to help those who needed it, often visiting “church” (also known as the casino!), and a passion for building things for hours in his garage. His legacy will live on through us, his family and friends, and will remain forever in our hearts.
Visitation will be held on Monday, January 13, 2020 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Kearney Burnaby Chapel, 4715 Hastings Street, Burnaby, BC.
Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at St. Francis de Sales Parish 6610 Balmoral Street, Burnaby, BC.
Entombment to follow at Ocean View Burial Park, South Mausoleum Burnaby, BC.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation https://rchfoundation.com