NICOLA RACCIATTI

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NICOLA RACCIATTI It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of our father, Nicola Racciatti (Nick) at the St. Boniface Hospital on Saturday, November 25, 2006. Dad will be so sadly missed by son John (Dara); grandchildren Catherine and John Jr. of Fairhope, Alabama; daughter Vanda (Robert); grandchildren Silvia, Mariella and Madeleina of Winnipeg; daughter Marilena (Mike); grandchildren Lauren, Jack and a child expected in early December of Toronto. He was predeceased by his wife Silvia in 1988 and is finally reunited with her. Dad was born in Guilmi (CH) Italy on February 1, 1933. He came to Canada in 1957 with his cousin and very close friend Giovanni Racciatti to work for the railroads until his retirement in 1995. He worked to bring his younger brother Armando over to Canada in early 60s. Throughout his life, he loved watching sports hockey in particular. He spent many Saturday nights watching hockey with us. Dad spent the last 5 years at the Riverview Health Center where he made many friends. His grandchildren were the light of his life and he looked forward to their visits. The family wishes to thank the St. Boniface Hospital staff Dr. Siddiqui the ICU Nursing team, the nurses on 5E and Timothy and Fr. Roland from Spiritual Care. At the Riverview, we wish to thank Dr. Sultana, nurse Krystel and a very special thank you to nurse Mona for caring for dad over the years. Funeral mass will be celebrated at Holy Rosary Church on Wednesday, November 29 at 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Sam Argenziano officiating. Pallbearers are: Chris Barley, Robert Racciatti, Gianluca Racciatti, Enrico Racciatti, Jason Calculli and Joe Lizzi. Flowers are so gratefully declined. If friends choose, a donation can be made in Nick's memory to Meals on Wheels 956-7711 or the St. Boniface Hospital, D1003 409 Tache Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R2H 9Z9. Daddy you fought really hard to score the last goal, digging for the puck and never letting go.. I am so glad to have been part of your game, I will miss you so much, things will not be the same. Retire your jersey hang up your skates, time to rest on the bench heaven awaits. We love you and will miss you, Nonno! The Coutu family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald St. 253-5086

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 28, 2006