Aldo Cerlon
elevated Gqr2M August 1, 1927 – September 30, 2021
elevated Gqr2M Visitation
Thursday, October 7, 2021 from 11:30 AM – 1:20 PM
elevated Gqr2M Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated Gqr2M Due to Covid-19 capacity restrictions, friends may have to wait to pay their respects during the visitation period. We are inviting family and friends to pay their respects, offer condolences and then kindly exit the building to allow for others to enter, should capacity be reached.
elevated Gqr2M Private Funeral Mass
Thursday, October 7, 2021 at 1:30 PM
elevated Gqr2M Due to COVID 19 restrictions, the Mass will be Private and attendance will be by invitation only.
elevated Gqr2M Reception
An open house will be hosted by the family, following the service.
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elevated Gqr2M Kindly note, that due to Covid-19, refreshments (other than water) will not be served at the funeral home.
elevated Gqr2M Inurnment
Private family inurnment
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Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Aldo Cerlon at the age of 94. Beloved husband of 62 years to Pierina Cerlon, loving father to Laura Cerlon and Aldo Cerlon Jr.
elevated Gqr2M Aldo immigrated to Canada in 1951 from Dignano, Italy (now Croatia). A skilled draftsman, upon settling in Toronto, he established a career in the aluminum extrusion industry. He began as a tool and die maker until he retired as a Plant Manager at Almag Aluminum.
elevated Gqr2M Aldo was introduced to Pierina, who resided in Italy at the time, in the late 1950’s. Keeping in mind there was no internet, no dating apps, their courtship took place via beautifully written letters that had to cross oceans and took time to arrive. After multiple attempts to help Pierina immigrate to Canada, the only way for them to be together was as husband and wife. They made the courageous decision to marry by proxy and met for the first time as husband and wife in 1959. After 62 years of marriage, Pierina is left with priceless memories of Aldo’s sweet and very tender gestures of love.
elevated Gqr2M Aldo became a father to Aldo Jr. and Laura. An amazing father, who rarely raised his voice, he was always ready with a big hug and smile, and pearls of wisdom that are treasured to this day.
elevated Gqr2M Aldo was recognized by everyone he met for his kindness and gentle spirit. He was at his happiest when surrounded by family and friends, good food and wine. Aldo made friends for life, with many friendships going back decades to his early days in Canada. The family, as they pour over photos, marvel at how many depict gatherings with friends, almost always sharing great meals. Singing Italian folk songs “ad alta voce” was not uncommon. Poker games were known to have taken place. Blessed with a great sense of humour, his instinct was always to appreciate the positive side of any story or situation. Small in stature, Aldo had the heart of a giant. He will be dearly missed by all.
elevated Gqr2M Due to COVID, a private mass and funeral will be held on October 7, 2021. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada or Alzheimer Society Canada
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Pierina, Laura and David, Aldino and Rosana,
Our hearts are sad at the loss of our wonderful and memorable Aldo.
Sending you lots of love,
Jim and Margo
Hi Margo & Jim,
Thank you so much for your continued support.
We were so happy to see you both on Thursday.
Take good care,
Laura
Thank-you. Aldo Jr.
Dear Laura – you are a dedicated daughter and one of the most genuine and kind people that I’ve ever met. Your Dad’s big heart is reflected in you. My condolences to you and your family.
Love Jill
Thank you Jill.
I very much appreciate seeing you on Thursday.
Not to mention the giggles we shared!
Much love,
Laura
Thank-you. Aldo Jr.
I’m so very sorry to hear about Aldo. I had the honor of meeting him and spending time with him. He had a kind soul and a great sense of humor. He adored his family, they were everything to him. RIP Aldo ❤️
Thank you so much Kim.
I appreciate your thoughts and support.
I hope that we will have a family visit soon – I miss you and the rest of the Maples clan.
Love,
Laura
Thank-you Kim. Aldo Jr.
Dear Laura and David. I am so very sorry for your loss. Your beautiful words about your dad, show what a lovely man he is and of a life well lived and well loved. Sending you my deepest condolences.
Thank you so much Alison.
Your kind thoughts and support are much appreciated.
Laura
Thank-you. Aldo Jr.
Caro Zio, il tuo sorriso splenderà per sempre!
I have no words!
Your love and support are appreciated.
Much love,
Laura
Thank-you. Aldo Jr.
Our sincere sympathy for your loss. Thinking of you and your family.
Your friends at Titan Trailers
Thank you so much for your support.
My brother, Aldo Jr., was very touched by the lovely flowers you sent.
Thank you,
Laura
Thank-you for the comment and thank-you for the beautiful flowers.
Aldo Jr., Laura, Mrs. Cerlon – my heartfelt condolences. I have so many great memories of sitting around your kitchen table on Deerford Rd., Aldo Sr. pulling out the wine jug and imparting nuggets of wisdom on a bunch of wide-eyed kids (not to mention a frequent risqué joke or two). For an Anglo kid growing up in the Toronto suburbs, those moments were my first exposure to European lifestyle, culture and food (who knew a simple sandwich could taste like that?). They are times that helped shape me and I will carry them for life. Thank-you, and rest peacefully Aldo Sr. A life well-lived.
Thank you Gord!
Oh my gosh, you are making me giggle!
What great memories..
Your love and support is very much appreciated.
Sending a big hug,
Laura
Hi Gord. Very nice words. Thanks so much. Jr.
Every once in a while I recall some wonderful moments of laughter I shared with Aldo. His fatherly approach convinced me Almag was going to be the place I want to work. Every step of the way through my working years under his mentorship at Almag was very rewarding and he always applauded my accomplishments. I am ever so grateful to have had Aldo as my mentor during my early years here in Canada working for him. I feel honoured to have known and worked for a very dedicated and pleasant man. May his soul rest in peace. Pierina, Aldo Jr. and Laura I share your grief.
Oh my goodness Wilfred!
I certainly don’t remember a lot of folks from my Dad’s days at Almag (I was young..).
But I do remember him speaking of you.
I believe Aldo’s spirit is alive and well and I have no doubt he is so very appreciative of your beautiful note.
Take good care,
Laura
Thank-you Wilfred. I know my Dad was very fond of you. Aldo Jr.
To my dear friend Laura. My memories of your father are of a kind and gentle man who always had a smile and warm heart. He was a kindred spirit to my own step-dad George and although they didn’t spend a lot of time together, I always saw a connection between these two gentle souls and their feisty wives, our moms. I hope his memory and long life is a comfort to you, your mom, your brother and of course, David and Rosana. Love from me and my mom Jeannette to you all.
Thank you Mary! You are so right about my Dad and George. They were indeed kindred spirits. Thank you so much for joining us on Thursday. Sending back lots of love, to you and Jeannette, and Bob!
Thank-you Mary. Aldo Jr.
FROM ALLAH (GOD) WE ARE AND TO ALLAH (GOD) WE SHALL. RETURN.
Mr. Aldo was a very good and kind person, we worked for many many years at Almag Aluminum in Brampton, he was my manager but always stayed as a good friend. May his soul rest in peace Ameen.
Thank you so much for your lovely note Hassanali.
My Dad loved his time at Almag.
He was always happy to go to work, and I know that he forged great relationships with many folks he worked with.
Your blessings are very much appreciated by me and my family.
Laura
Thank-you. Aldo Jr.
FROM ALLAH (GOD) WE ARE AND TO ALLAH (GOD) WE MUST RETURN.
Mr. Aldo was a very good and kind person, we worked at Almag Aluminum co in Brampton. He was my manager but always stayed as a very good friend. May his soul rest in peace Ameen.