Obituary of Teobaldo Bruno Barei

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Bruno on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at age 85 with Lida his loving wife of 57 years by his side. For all involved it was a long good bye after lengthy illness, tempered by Bruno"s incredible courage. Treasured father of Lou Ann, Leo (Glynis) Steve (Colleen); proud nonno of Lily, Quinn, Savannah Vanessa. Predeceased by his parents Giacomo Norina Barei. Late brother Francesco (late Gianna), late Maria (late Nino), late Antonietta, late Berto (Rita), late Arnaldo (late Velma) and late Peter (and Margaret). Survived by Carlo (Mary) and Gina (late Silvio). Dear brother-in-law of Lawrence (Doris) and Mary Ann (Cyril). He truly valued all his relationships as a husband, dad, uncle, cousin, friend neighbour, with his happiest moments telling stories around the kitchen table. Bruno enjoyed working with his hands and was a skilled cement finisher for over 40 years. He had a passion for hunting, fishing, bocce, a love of nature, wine making and his teams Juventus and the Montreal Canadiens and was a long-time member of the Caboto Club. In keeping with Bruno"s wishes, cremation has taken place. A special "thank-you" to the staff of Huron Lodge for their outstanding commitment to his care this past year. A communal memorial mass will be held on November 11, 2018 at 11:30 AM at the Caboto Club. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bruno"s memory to the Nature Conservancy of Canada. "Nothing so strong as gentleness, nothing so gentle as real strength". Sant Francis de Sales