Luigi (Louie) D’Ambrosio
Suddenly passed away due to cardiac arrest on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at 9:15 a.m. at Southlake Hospital in Newmarket.
Born May 16th, 1946, in Bitritto. Bari , Italy.
Louie was so loved by many.
He was the Executive Chef for many years at St. Andrew’s College, in Aurora, Ontario & Even after his retirement he continued to volunteer his time in the kitchen there.
He also devoted his time to CHATS in the Wellness Program providing hot lunches for seniors on a weekly basis.
He was an avid animal lover, especially to his predeceased dogs Ebony, Ryanne, Ginger, Stella and now Olivia, who miss him and his “accidental” table droppings.
Louie was a kind hearted man who always put others before himself.
The love that he had for his family was unconditional and beyond words.
Mary, his loving wife, has lost her best friend and soulmate. They celebrated 51 years of marriage this past year. He will be sadly missed and forever loved.
We will miss all the gatherings where Louie prepared all the food.
Predeceased by his parents, Domenico and Angela and his siblings Ildebrando and Domenica.
Survived by his wife Mary, his loving siblings Cesare (Lynda), Vince (Marilyn), Celestina (Gino) , Vito (brother in-law), Anna (sister in-law). Devoted father of his loving son Domenic (Sandra). Adored Grandpa to his 5 grandsons, Luciano, Isaac, Samuel, Benjamin and Domenic Jr. Cherished great grandfather to Emerson. Loved and missed by his Godchildren Brent, Fletcher, Angela, and Grace. Missed and loved by many friends and his many nieces and nephews in Canada and Italy.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his honour to OSPCA or Southlake Hospital Cardiac Unit (Newmarket)
16 Messages
Mary Masellis
on December 10, 2020 at 1:54 am
Uncle Louie was a loving man and I will miss him so much. He was a pillar in the family holding everyone together with his positivity, good advice, and unconditional love. May God grant him peace as he is reunited with his parents and siblings..my mom must be so happy right now..she loved her little brother..her happiest moments were the trips they took together. I will forever make your lemon chicken and mushrooms..I love you with all my heart..God bless all of us as we mourn the loss of a wonderful man.
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Mary D’Ambrosio
on December 10, 2020 at 9:32 am
Mary, thank you so very much
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Enzo Giurleo
on December 10, 2020 at 3:05 am
We are very sad.
May Luigi rest in peace.
A big hug to Mary and whole family
Enzo, his family and sisters
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Domenic D’Ambrosio Sr.
on December 10, 2020 at 8:56 am
Thank you Enzo & Family
Regards
Domenic D’Ambrosio
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Stacy Jimmerskog
on December 10, 2020 at 4:34 am
I will never forget your kindness and welcoming me into your family at a time when I didn’t feel like I had much love. Domenic became the man he is today because of your mentorship.
May your soul rest peacefully, you were a wonderful man.
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Domenic D’Ambrosio Sr.
on December 10, 2020 at 9:22 am
Thank you Stacy Froom My Mother and I.
My Father Will be greatly Missed by everyone.
Regards
Mary & Domenic D’Ambrosio
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Sandra
on December 10, 2020 at 10:17 am
Louie oh Louie….we are so heartbroken. Our boys will never know another great man as strong and amazing as you!! You were the best Grandpa any child could wish for. You welcome my boys and myself into your family almost 13 years ago and loved us all unconditionally and without bias. You treated us as if we were your own blood. We will never forget you and our love for you will never be gone I promise we will take care of Grandma and Dom the best we know how. The days ahead will be hard but in time we shall laugh again at your kitchen table thinking about all the funny jokes you made and how you teased the kids!! And may even go after them with your bastone lol we will feast again at the table you were the head of so many years and cherish and honor the great man you were…now the food on the other hand sure wont be as tasty and im sure you will be yelling from above thats not how you do it!! The flavors of our lives are forever changed. Louie we love you with all our beings!! Gone but surely never forgotten
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Rita Albanese
on December 10, 2020 at 8:07 am
May you all find strength and peace from beautiful memories as you travel through this difficult journey.
My deepest condolences on your tremendous loss.
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Mary D’Ambrosio
on December 10, 2020 at 9:34 am
Thank you, Rita
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Frank Vieni
on December 10, 2020 at 8:54 am
May you hold all those good memories close to your heart. My condolences to you and your family for your loss.
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Domenic D’Ambrosio
on December 10, 2020 at 8:55 am
Thank you Mary, My Father Loved you dearly and whole heartedly.
My Father definitely left us to early but when you are called its your time.
We need to mourn him yes, and always recall all the happy times with my Dad as those where the times he most cherished with all of us.
Love
Domenic D’Ambrosio
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Jackie Agostino
on December 10, 2020 at 9:20 am
You were more of a brother than a brother in law to me. No one could of loved my sister and his family more than you did. You will live on to me and so many others in the many happy memories we all have. Rest In Peace.
With love…
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Vince grande
on December 10, 2020 at 10:08 am
my deepest condolences to the all family God bless his soil
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Nick Grande
on December 10, 2020 at 10:16 am
May God continue to provide you and your family the strength to remember all the great memories, the beautiful times and the wonderful thoughts that remain in your heart and mind forever. We are blessed with the knowledge that we are given eternal life with God. Luigi is now with God. Today we mourn the loss of a loved one and remember the promises made. With love and condolences the Grande Family
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Domenic D’Ambrosio Sr.
on December 10, 2020 at 10:34 am
The passing of my Hero, my mentor, my savior and the strongest most positive man I have ever had the pleasure of loving with my whole heart.
Not only am I ,but The world is at a great loss with the passing of my Father.
My Father was more than just a father to me , he was a Father that lead a Family of God Children , Niece’s and Nephew’s, Brothers and Sisters, Spouse’s and friends, Co -Workers and Business partners to mention a few. My Father was and always will be the kindest soul and greatest Chef and enjoyed feeding everyone and seeing people smile.
Yes my Father is Gone from this physical world but he lives on in our hearts , minds and souls forever.
His contagious personality and laugh, his sense of humor in both serious times and light hearted times.
My Fathers outlook on life has changed and effected many peoples lives and always for the best.
There is not one person who has known , Loved or interacted with my Father who wasn’t a better person after meeting , Loving or knowing him.
He will never be forgotten!
Looking into my Fathers eyes you can see his sincerity and he Loved us all with unconditional, undoubted, and undisputable LOVE and sincere concern for everyone.
Always putting himself last and never afraid to show his vulnerabilities he was the Greatest Man and we are all better people for have being able to love and enjoy this mans presents.
A Man’s Man when it was time and a loving Father Always, I consider myself the luckiest Person on the planet to be the only one he chose to be his Son.
Thank you Daddy, thank you for Choosing me and making my life the best you could at all times possible.
My Mother has Lost her best friend and husband of more than 51 years and we all need to be strong for her.
I may have not been a model Son but I know you have both taught me well and shown me how to be the best person I can be.
Although there are no real words that can be said to really let someone know my Father everyone who has had the opportunity and pleasure of knowing him and Loving him can attest to how Great of a Man he truly was and will remain.
My Fathers shoes are way to big to fill , but I will do my best to honour his name and legacy forever!
Guide and watch over us all my forever Angel.
Although this pains me to no end , but I can’t help but remember all the great times as they where the moments in life that really matter. I Love you Daddy always have always will.
Its time for you to rest now, please do so peacefully knowing how much we all Love you forever and ever.
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James Agostino
on December 10, 2020 at 10:34 am
A great brother-in-law, friend, and companion. Many joyous card games, especially Sette menzzo, with my father, and others, A joker, but also loved to laugh. A hard worker, was no slouch, a go getter. He will be missed by all, but never forgotten. Rest in peace Luigi, and don’t let my mother boss you around.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Luigi Louie D’Ambrosio 2020..
Death notice for the town of: TORONTO, Province: Ontario