Rosario Profiti
elevated JKa2X January 18, 1931 ~ October 24, 2026
elevated JKa2X Visitation
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from 2:00 – 4:00 & 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated JKa2X Funeral Mass
Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated JKa2X Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery – Section 37
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 2C7
elevated JKa2X Obituary
elevated JKa2X Rosario Profiti died peacefully in his home on October 24, 2026, at the age of 95. Rosario is survived by his wife of 68 years, Rosa (nee: Losiggio); his children, Pasquale “Pat” (Cathy), Filippo “Phil” (Nadia), Domenic (Christine), Frank (Laura), and Teresa (Ilija); his grandchildren, Andrew (Nikki), Amanda (Steven), Michael (Marina), Christopher, Mathew (Laura), Mark, James, Alexander (Isabella), Victoria and Lucas; as well as his great grandchildren, Chiara, Adelina, Lorenzo, Elizabeth and Marco. He is now reunited in heaven with his parents Pasquale and Maria Teresa and his siblings, Giovanna, Domenico, Isabella, Caterina, Antonina, Onofrio, Fortunata and Maria. Rosario was born on January 18, 1931, in Sant’Onofrio , Catanzaro, Calabria, Italia.
elevated JKa2X Rosario’s life was defined by love. In the beginning, his love for his parents and siblings was very strong in his homeland of Calabria. However, he knew that in order to have a future for a family of his own to flourish he had to leave his loved ones behind to pursue a new life in Canada. As such, with the support of his cousins, the Moscato brothers, in 1952 he made the long journey across the Atlantic Ocean to Halifax and then by train for 3 more days to Toronto. He fell in love with Toronto immediately. We joked that he loved this city as soon as he stepped outside Union Station. It must also be said that this love of country and city was transferred to his 5 children and grandchildren. Unfortunately, after one year in Canada, at the age of 22, Rosario lost his father but he was determined to help to support his mother back home in Italy. In 1957, Rosario traveled back to Sant’Onofrio to marry Rosa Losiggio. They grew up together in a small southern Italian village surrounded by so much family love, and their love affair continued across the globe for almost 69 years. Unlike Rosario, Rosa wasn’t so sure about living in a cold climate. Her first words when arriving in the cold of a Toronto winter after leaving the warm and sunny climate of southern Italy was: ‘where the heck have you brought me?’ Rosario loved the vibe of downtown Toronto at College and Beatrice Streets. He learned to speak English quickly and worked for many years for the Bowes confectionary company at Carlaw and Queen Streets. However, with 5 children to support he showed how much he loved his family by giving up his factory job at Bowes to work in construction. As many Italian immigrants from the sixties and seventies know, construction in Toronto was gruelling work, but Rosario took great pride in being a masterful cement finisher for a small family-owned construction company, Purton Construction. He also had the great pleasure of working there with his childhood and lifelong friend Domenic D’Urzo. After working in construction for 20 years, he returned to work at Bowes but by this time, the plant had moved to a much larger location in south Etobicoke. There, he loved to work with many ‘paesani’ and by all accounts he was respected and loved by his co-workers. Rosario retired in 1995 and he and Rosa loved the quiet life on Arthur Griffith Drive in North York where they had great neighbours as friends. In addition, Rosario volunteered many hours to Saint Jane Frances Catholic Parish as an usher. On Arthur Griffith Drive it was common to see neighbours; zia Luisa, Tony and Julia, or Valentino sitting, chatting, and drinking espresso coffee with Rosario and Rosa on their driveway on sunny summer evenings. They loved the neighbourhood, and they loved the opportunity of sharing pasta dishes and wine with their family, friends and neighbours. Rosario didn’t always say it, but he showed his love for his immediate family, his sisters, in-laws, nieces and nephews in Toronto by welcoming them to his dinner table. This included the Cugliari, Suppa, Nano, Frasca, Losiggio and Lopreiato families. He would often say ‘mangia piu and non chiachiere’ if there was too much chatter at the table. He also loved the phone calls from Italy and often wished that his family from Calabria would come to visit and join him at the dinner table. Many will also remember dad’s passion for formal dancing at weddings and how well he moved on the dance floor before his spinal stenosis. Despite his many ailments and medical issues in his last years, Rosario took great pleasure and loved the visits from his 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Seeing them always brought him laughter and joy. He was so proud of them and loved them very much.
elevated JKa2X The family would like to thank Rosario’s Medical team for their excellent care: Dr. T. Morey, Dr. R. Lewi, Dr. M. Berall, Dr. G. Rambaldini and Nurse Kareen Miller.
elevated JKa2X The family would also like to especially thank the following care givers and P.S.W.s for their exceptional care, professionalism, genuine empathy and compassion for dad over the years, especially in his final weeks. Thank you to Wencel, Nancy, Amy, Promise and Veronica.
elevated JKa2X With love, rest in peace Dad.
Caro Papa, you are and always will be one of the greatest blessings of my life.
No words could ever truly express how much you mean to me. I will never forget your love, your kindness, your strength, or the sacrifices you made. You have given me memories to cherish, lessons to carry, and love throughout my life.
You will always hold a special place in my heart. Your legacy will live on through me forever.
The love between us is a bond that nothing in this world or anyone can take away.
If I could wish for one thing, it would be to hold you close, tell you I love you, and thank you for everything.
Papa, your eternal love will never be forgotten. You will be loved, missed, and cherished.
Ciao, Papa, I love you today, tomorrow, and for all eternity.
Teresa
Pat and Cathy, I offer you my sincerest condolences during this difficult time. I hope you find strength in your fond memories spent together and all the lessons your father taught you and will remain with you. Truly an exceptional role model. We have not been in contact in many many years, but this notification popped up in my feed…a sign to reach out to remember a fine, strong man. Sending heartfelt prayers. Thinking of you both in a special way.
Pat and family,
My condolences on the loss of your father, grandfather, brother and spouse.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sabrina Buson
Our deepest sympathy to Teresa, Ilija, Lucas, your dear mom Rosa and your extensive family members as you share the grief of losing such a wonderful man. We enjoyed reading about his history and achievements both in Italy and Canada. We met Rosario at your wedding and still remember the beautiful smile on his face as he proudly accompanied his princess up the aisle. He has lived a long life but most notably he lived it to the fullest and left wonderful memories for all those fortunate to have known him. Rest in Peace Rosario you have left behind a wonderful legacy in your family.
So sorry for your loss Teresa and Family. May he rest knowing your love and family are strong and you are together. My deepest condolences.
Dom, Christine I was deeply saddened to hear about your dad’s passing. Both Vickie, myself and family send out heartfelt condolences my out to you and your family.
Dom I cherish the memories of our high school days at Westview. We were studying at your place & when your dad came in from work he would sit down with us and share his invaluable life lessons. His wisdom, kindness, and guidance left an impact on us that will never be forgotten.
Sorry for your loss from Giovanna Giuseppe Raffaele Villi condolences to the family
To Profiti family,
My deepest condolences. I am unable to attend but you are in my prayer. I remembered him when I was very young that my dad Rosario Moscato told me the story where he and my mother lived with you when I was born there. You dad was very kind. I visited him twice in 2024 and 2025. RIP
Peter and Anna (Moscato) Lutz
Carissima zia |Rosa e famiglia,Pat,Phil,Domenico,Frank, and Teresa.In questa dolorosa circostanza,innanzitutto vogliamo dirvi che vi siamo vicini con la preghiera,e che la luce di Dio illumina i vostri cuori e le vostre mente .Zio Rosario sara sempre vicino e presente .Vi offriamo il nostro affetto e le nostre preghiere.Anche se zio Rosario non sara con noi fisicamnente e sempre presente nella luce di Dio. Come famiglia vi affriamo la nostra soliderieta a tutti voi .Famiglia Dinatolo Riposa in pace zio Rosario.
It is with great sadness that we send loving condolences and sympathies for the loss of your beloved Dad (Rosario). My mom and dad would also recount the many stories of how our families lived together soon after Mom and Dad came to live in Canada. It is with great affection, and may you all find peace and solace with the love of your entire beautiful family. Con amore, Tina and Caterina Moscato (Rosario) and daughters, Anna, Teresa, Claudia, Isabella.
Dear Rosa, Teresa, Pasquale, Filippo, Dominic and Frank.
We are saddened by your loss. However, we celebrate the life of Rosario. We know he is watching down from Heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
My deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of Rosario. ❤️
We are truly sorry that we couldn’t attend the funeral Mass and burial. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
My parents remember so many stories from the past, especially the memories of when children didn’t name their own children after their parents. Those memories bring back a piece of our family history and the traditions that connected us all.
May Rosario rest in eternal peace, and may you and your entire family find comfort, solace, strength, and healing in the days ahead. Wishing you all peace, good health, and the strength to carry these precious memories in your hearts.
With heartfelt sympathy and love. 🙏❤️