Benito Tarzia
elevated AqAal July 18, 1938 ~ May 20, 2026
elevated AqAal Visitation
Monday, May 25, 2026 from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated AqAal Funeral Mass
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 9:00 am
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated AqAal Click Here to Watch the Funeral Mass Livestream
elevated AqAal Entombment
To be held privately
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery – Holy Trinity Mausoleum
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and dear brother, Benito, who left us peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family.
elevated AqAal Born on July 18, 1938, in the City of Catanzaro, Italy, the seventh of twelve children, Benito grew up surrounded by the warmth and richness of a large Italian family. He later moved to Bassano del Grappa before making the courageous journey to Canada with his beloved wife, Divina, and their three young children. Through hard work, sacrifice, and quiet determination, he built a life rooted in love, family, and tradition, one he was deeply proud of.
elevated AqAal A barber by trade, Benito had a natural gift for making people feel welcome wherever he went. Beneath his gentle nature lived a sharp wit, a remarkable intelligence, and a deep understanding of people that those closest to him came to admire greatly. He carried his Italian roots with pride — loyalty, generosity, resilience, and an unwavering devotion to the family he worked so hard to provide for.
elevated AqAal To his grandchildren, Nonno was larger than life, always with a story to tell, a joke to share, or a lesson tucked quietly inside his words. He found joy in life’s simple pleasures: opera music, crossword puzzles, a good soccer match, and most of all, the warmth of family gathered around him. His home was a place of comfort, laughter, and belonging, and that feeling will never leave us.
elevated AqAal Benito was predeceased by his devoted wife Divina, with whom he shared 58 beautiful years of marriage and unconditional love. We find comfort knowing they are reunited once again.
elevated AqAal He is lovingly survived by his children Amedeo (Rosanna), Santino (Dahlia), and Gina (Michael); his cherished grandchildren Divina (Giuseppe), Emanuela, Stefano, Gabriella, Angelo (predeceased), and Cristina; his treasured great-grandchildren Massimo and Francesca; and his beloved siblings Rosaria, Adriana, Umberto, and Antonio, who knew him longest and loved him first. He is also survived by a large and loving extended family of nieces and nephews who will miss him deeply.
elevated AqAal The family wishes to extend their deepest gratitude to the ICU team at North York General Hospital for the care and dignity they showed Benito in his final days with us. Though our hearts ache with his absence, we take solace knowing he is finally at peace. His legacy of love, strength, humour, and devotion to family will live on in all who were lucky enough to know him.
Our Deepest condolences to the family may God grant you peace and comfort throughout this hard time. Love Raffaele, Doriana and Valentina Gibellini.
My deepest condolences to the Tarzia family. I’m very sorry for your loss. Benito was clearly a special person who was loved by many. Thinking of you all and wishing you peace and strength during this time. 🙏
My condolences to the Tarzia family. May his soul rest in eternal peace with God. 🙏❤️🙏
Che Dio possa accogliere la tua meravigliosa anima e finalmente farti ricongiungere con la tua tanto amata Divina.Le nostre più sentite condoglianze Debora Francesco e Salvatore
My sincere condolences to you and your family Gina 🙏 🙏🙏.
To the Tarzia family: May God rest your father’s soul. He can now finally re-embrace his beloved Divina.
Please accept our sincere and heartfelt condolences.
Our deepest condolences reach out to the family.
Mi dispiace tantissimo R.i.p.
Spero tanto che tu possa ritrovarti con la tua tanto amata sorella Wanda.
BEN, non sono riuscita a salutarti.
Ci mancherai, ma
ora potrai riabbracciare la tua amata zia Divina.
Grazie di tutto, zio.
Non ti dimenticheremo mai.
Our deepest condolences Gina and Mike. You are out in our thoughts and prayers.
Aunt Carmela and Family
We would like to express our deepest condolences to the Tarzia family. The world has
lost a beautiful soul. Benito was a kind and graceful gentleman. Wishing everyone comfort, strength, and peace in the days ahead.
Un forte abbraccio zio ,sarai sempre nel mio cuore ,fai buon viaggio .
Gina & Mike,
What a truly beautiful tribute. Your father’s story of love, dedication & perseverance is an inspiration & a lasting legacy for the generations of the family he brought to Canada. Wishing you comfort in the days ahead.
Hugs from the Parks -Andy, Lisa, Julie, Emily and Samantha
Gina, My Deepest Condolences to your Family I will always remember his cool personality. Now that he is reunited w/ beloved wife
Stay strong Gina & Family
💐🙏❤️
Our deepest and sincere condolences to you and your family.
Buon viaggio carissimo zio, ti porterò sempre nel mio cuore, e ricorderò i bellissimi momenti vissuti insieme, ti ho voluto tanto bene a te e a zia Divina, le vostre anime si sono congiunte, un abbraccio ai miei cugini e alle loro famiglie 💔🙏💔
My deepest condolences to you and your family at this time.
He will remain forever in your hearts and memories.
Un abbraccio ai tuoi figli che sono meravigliosi come te caro zio…. mi rimarrà sempre nel cuore il ricordo di te… riposa in pace caro zio
I am so sorry for your loss. May all of your cherished memories bring your heart comfort. We have such fond memories of your dad, your entire family, grateful to have been able to spend time with such beautiful souls. Sending light and love
Such sad news.
Sending you our most heartfelt condolences. May great memories of him brighten your days and warm your heart’s perpetually.
Please accept our deepest condolences to you and your family for the loss of your Father. We know this is a difficult time for you Gina. We are here to support you in any way we can.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul of “Benito” through the mercy of God, may he rest in peace.