June 4th, 1928~ August 8th, 2024
elevated P5b6Q Peacefully in his 96th year, Giosue quietly left us. Predeceased by his loving wife Francesca (2022), his departure to heaven is mourned by his children Maria, Carla (Diego), Marco (Catia) and Rita (Paul); his 7 adored grandchildren, Nicolo(Natasha), Alessia (Rhuan), Isabella (Domenic), Joshua (Mhairi), Matthew, Jacqueline, and Beatrice; and his 4 beautiful great grandchildren, Sasha and Max, Olivia and Valentina.
elevated P5b6Q He will be sadly missed by innumerable nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends from around the world. Our father was a grand character that Hemmingway would have been proud of. An adventurer, creator, and a restless raconteur. He did not provide advice; he told a story instead: a brat of sorts – he was as an adolescent in the war spoiling the food of the nazis; a free-spirited dash across the pond to find a better place in Canada with the proverbial $20 in his pocket; adventures in the arctic with polar bears and seals; and he really did catch the big fish! A penchant for politics, multiculturalism and pluralism. A handsome, imposing and strong handshake is what you were met with. And then a big warm smile!
elevated P5b6Q With many thanks to all the staff at The Village of Humber Heights for their dedicated care, special attention, and love towards him – he was treated like a king (thank you – Lucy and Coulombe). His funeral will take place on Saturday August 10th, 2024 at 12:00 in the chapel at the Assumption Catholic Cemetery (with a short visitation beginning at 11:00 am in the Chapel). You are invited to attend the service virtually if you wish via the Cemetery’s website.
elevated P5b6Q In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Giosue Caminiti to : Humber River Hospital Foundation
Il mio cordoglio a tutta la famiglia Caminiti e parenti tutti, vicini e lontani. Una persona speciale in tutto il vero senso della parola, con una vita straordinaria dietro le spalle e tanti ricordi lasciati in eredita’ ai suoi cari figli e nipoti e quanti lo hanno conosciuto ed apprezzato.
L’ultima volta che ci siamo visti con messenger video fu un due mesi fa; sempre positivo ma sentiva molto la mancanza della sua amata Franca.
Riposa in pace caro Giosue’ che Dio ti accolga nel suo regno ed, insieme a Franca, a godere la vita che non ha fine.
Abbiamo perso uno zio speciale sempre presente nelle nostre vite anche da così lontano.
Per voi figli e nostri cugini e per la zia Franca è stato un esempio di completa dedizione alla famiglia dimostrata in tutte le sue scelte di vita.
Questo ricordo possa alleviare il dolore di noi tutti.
Un pensiero speciale anche da mio marito Giuseppe con cui lo zio amava conversare.
Cristina di Corrado
Un caro abbraccio a Carla, amica cara del cuore, per la perdita del carissimo papà. Ti siamo vicine in questo triste momento consapevoli che continuerà a proteggere te e la tua famiglia da un’altra dimensione. Abbracci cari ai tuoi fratelli e sorelle e ai nipoti. Rosa Maria e Roberta
Giosuè è stato un amico di mio padre Francesco e, pur avendo vissuto lontano dall’Italia, ha dimostrato per lui ed ancbe per tutta la nostra famiglia affetto e stima. Lo ricorderò sempre come un uomo dalle sane ambizioni ed un amante della libertà. A Maria, Carla, Rita e Marco vada il nostro pensiero di vicinanza ovunque siano.
Dear Marco and family,
We are so sorry to hear the sad news. We were very fond of both your father and mother. We certainly got to know them fairly well over the years and will lovingly remember all the great stories that your dad regaled us with. We will never forget the taste of torrone from Delianuova.
Love,
Roberta and Michael
Ciao Nonno, leggenda, sempre sarai nei nostri cuori.
Alla prossima!
I will always be grateful that your cousin Mary Rose introduced us before we traveled to Calabria. Your advice was invaluable. We then became friends and I enjoyed our frequent talks about Italy, politics and your adventures of your youth (especially when you annoyed the fascists). Marti and I loved Franca and we enjoyed our visits to Toronto. You always made us feel welcome. RIP, you will be missed by family and friends.
È stato un vero dispiacere ricevere la notizia. Ricordo con molto affetto la simpatia e la vicinanza sempre presente di Zio Giosuè, e il suo attaccamento alle proprie radici ed origini, la Calabria, e Delianuova. Adesso lassù insieme alla cara Zia Franca ❤️ un pensiero di vicinanza a tutta la sua famiglia. Chiara Scutellà
I am deeply saddened by the loss of the most humble, intelligent, gentle and beautiful souls i’ve ever known. Giosue was truely an exceptional person. The life advices he shared, humor and warmth he brought to every interaction will stay with me forever. My thoughts and prayers are with the Family during this difficult time.
May His Soul rest in peace.❤️🙏🏽
Giiosue I really going to miss putting you to bed, I listened to how you met your beautiful humble wife, what a love story, you made a great impact on so many staffs and family members, never seen so many tears, such crowd to show respect 😢 I will miss tucking you in bed, and you saying chaw God bless you and family as I touch your forehead every night. S.I.P Bello
Dear Marco and the entire Caminiti family. We offer our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dear father and grandfather. May your memories of him keep you strong at this difficult time. We are thinking of you and sending our love.
Un caloroso abbraccio dall’ Italia a Maria, Carla,Marco e Rita. Dispiaciuti per la dipartita di zio Giosuè, ma consapevoli che riposerà in eterno con zia Franca in un luogo migliore.
Un abbraccio, Maria e Totò
Grande tristezza per la scomparsa di un caro amico e tanti i ricordi della nostra lunga amicizia, Era un piacere parlare con Giosuè, sempre curioso e aperto a quanto accadeva nel mondo e in Italia in particolare, brillante e ironico. Lui e Franca, la sua amatissima moglie, sono stati un esempio per tutti. Ci mancherà .
A Maria Cristina e Nicolò le nostre più affettuose condoglianze estensibili alla famiglia tutta
Dear Marco and Family,
I am saddened to hear of the loss of your father, Giosue. Although I did not know him personally, you always spoke so kindly and affectionately of him. The notes of remembrance and condolence only confirm what a wonderful person he was. He will be sorely missed by so many, but will be remembered with admiration, love and affection by all who were privileged to know him.
Un caro abbraccio dalla svizzera, lo zio me lo ricordo come cacciatore anche che andava per funghi e che era un uomo di mondo. Vi mandiamo le nostre condoglianze
I miss you Papa. I miss mixing coffee for you, putting butter on your bread, and your kind comments on my hair and dresses. Love you and miss you Papa.