Obituary of Francesco Culmone

CULMONE, Francesco Born September 17, 1935, in Delia, Sicily, Italy. Francesco peacefully passed away in the loving arms of his family on January 10th 2012, at the age of 76 years. Beloved husband of Liboria " Lina " (nee Stagno) sharing 52 years of love & companionship. Loving Pa of Salvatore Culmone and wife Josie, Floro Culmone and wife Elizabeth, Philip Culmone and wife Rose, and Frank Culmone and wife Linda. Cherished Nonno of Samantha, Robert, Natalie, Frankie, Lauren, Nicholas and Andrew. Predeceased by parents Salvatore Culmone and Maria Antonia (nee Cumbo). Dear brother of Carmela Genoa, Grazia Strazzeri, Suor. Maria Luigia Culmone and Filippo Culmone. Francesco emigrated to Canada in 1962 and retired from Chrysler Canada after 30 years of service. He was a dedicated husband, father and nonno and had a special place in his heart for each of his grandchildren. The family would like to thank the many doctors and nurses on the 7th, 4th and 5th floors at Windsor Regional Hospital, Met Campus, for their care and compassion. Visiting at the WINDSOR CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, ( Banwell Chapel ) 519-253-7234 11677 Tecumseh Rd E at Banwell Rd on Thursday from 7 to 9 PM and Friday from 2 to 5 & 7 to 9 PM. Parish prayers Friday at 4:30 PM. Funeral service will be held on Saturday January 14, 2012 at 9:45 AM from the Banwell Chapel then to St . Angela Merici Church for funeral mass at 11:00 AM. Entombment Heavenly Rest Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com