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It is with a heavy heart and deepest gratitude for his life, that we sadly announce the passing of our beloved father Francesco.
He passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on May 16, 2026 at the age of 94.
elevated u3sBT He married Grazia Patella in Maione, Italy, and in 1965 immigrated to Toronto, Canada, with Maria and Lina in search of a better future for his family. In Canada, Sandro and Silvano were born, completing the family he loved so deeply.
elevated u3sBT He was a hardworking and devoted man who always put his family first. Nothing brought him greater joy than spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom he loved immensely. Known for his quick wit and wonderful sense of humor, he was always ready with a joke and could make those around him smile with ease.
elevated u3sBT He treasured his many friendships and created countless cherished memories with those closest to him. He enjoyed swimming, fishing, hunting, and playing cards, and approached each of his hobbies with passion and enthusiasm. While he found great happiness in these pastimes, his greatest pride and priority was always his family.
elevated u3sBT He will be forever missed by his dear children; Maria (Tony), Lina, Sandro, Silvano (Josie). Proud nonno to Clara, Daniela (Adrian), Marco, Graziella (Aaron), Giuliana, and adoring bisnonno to Matteo, Luca, and Jackson. Francesco is re-united in heaven with his beloved wife Grazia and his parents Maria Assunta Cozzetto (nee Gallucci) and Giovanni Battista Cozzetto. Pre-deceased by his brother Antonio (surviving wife Maria), Modesto (surviving wife Caterina) and brother Donato. He will be held dear in the hearts of his family, nieces and nephews, relatives and friends.
elevated u3sBT In lieu of flowers the Family will have Masses celebrated for his soul, or who wish may make donations to: Temmy Latner Centre for Palliative Care.
Website: www.tlcpc.org
elevated u3sBT Visitation #1
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 from 2:30 – 4 & 5 – 8 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated u3sBT Visitation #2
Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10:00 – 11:45 am
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated u3sBT Funeral Mass
Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated u3sBT Entombment
Beechwood Cemetery
7241 Jane Street, Concord, Ontario, L4K 1A7
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My Nonno you are so adorable I love you ❤️
Our most sincere condolences to you Silvano and your entire family. We are sorry we are not able to come to the viewing. Our prayers are with you all. May he now Rest in Peace.
With sincere sympathy,
Silverio, Jan, Renton and Jameson
Caro Zio riposa in pace.Il tuo ricordo rimarrà sempre con me.
On behalf of the entire Di Giorgio family, I wish to offer my deepest condolences to the entire Cozzetto family. Growing up, our families shared a family bond and we had countless memories of family outings, gatherings, baptisms, confirmations, you name it. God bless compare Francesco. Mike
Our deepest condolences of the passing of your beloved Father
Francesco. To all the Cozzetto family may all your wonderful memories shared together bring a smile on your face and peace in your hearts.
God Bless
Rest in Peace!
Frank and Teresa Greco
Condoglianze alla famiglia per la scomparsa del caro zio , Marianna, Andrea e Sandro
Profondamente addolorata per la scomparsa del caro cugino Francesco .Ti ricordero sempre con affetto .Riposi in pace
My dearest condolences to the entire Cozzetto family. He was a strong and dedicated man who will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our deepest condolences on the loss of a wonderful man Zio Ciccio. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you my beautiful cousins and family Elvira & Bob Roberts