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April 1, 1926 ~ October 4, 2026
elevated 19LHy Visitation
Friday, October 9, 2026 from 2 – 4 & 6 – 8 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated 19LHy Funeral Mass
Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 10:30 am
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
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elevated 19LHy Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 2C7
elevated 19LHy Obituary
elevated 19LHy Francesco Salvatore “Franco” Menniti passed away at the remarkable age of 100, leaving behind a life defined by family, hard work, courage and tradition. Born in Tiriolo, Catanzaro, Italy, Franco proudly served for seven years as a Carabiniere before making the courageous journey to Canada in the 1950s, following his beloved Maria and beginning a new chapter of his life in Toronto.
Franco and Maria built a foundation for their future in Canada and a family rooted in the values he carried with him from Italy. Their home in Toronto’s Christie Pits neighbourhood also became a welcoming place for relatives beginning new lives in Canada, including other members of the Menniti and Critelli families whom he helped sponsor. Together, Franco and Maria were proud to see their children and their families grow,: Pina and her husband Roger, Frank and his wife Nancy, Vince and his wife Anna, Johnny and his wife Gina, and Anna and her husband Craig. Franco was overjoyed to then welcome his grandchildren — Marie, Andrew, Claudine, Daniela, Francesco, Tristan, Samantha, Jack, Sara and D’Angelo — and his great-grandchildren, Mateo and Ava. Nothing brought him greater pride or happiness than the family he and Maria created.
Franco will be remembered for his strength, generosity and devotion to those he loved, as well as for the traditions that kept his Italian heritage alive. And while his family now says goodbye with heavy hearts, there is comfort in knowing that Franco is welcomed into Heaven by his beloved daughter Pina.
Franco was a good and remarkable man who will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever remain a part of the family he cherished so dearly.
Possa la terra essergli lieve. Riposa in pace amico mio.
Our Family sends their deepest and most heartfelt Condolences. May your Dad rest in Eternal Peace along side Pina. Their memories are a Blessing❤️🙏❤️
Zio Franco will always be remembered for his great big welcoming smile. A true gentleman! May he be carried into Heaven on angels wings and greeted by Pina.
I’m so sorry for your los\. Your father’s remarkable 100\-year life and journey from Italy were beautifully honored in your tribute\. May the loving memories you shared bring you comfort and strength during this difficult time\. Please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your family\.
Franco was a man of honesty, integrity and a true guardian and supporter of his family. He is loved and respected by all. Reposa in pace Franco!
Sending our deepest love and condolences to all. What a beautiful tribute to a man of truly extra-ordinary strength and grit. May he rest in peace. xx
My heartfelt condolences to all the family. My memories of your father go back to 1954 when my mother,(zia Carmela) and her five children got on the ship in Naples to reunite the family in Canada. Your father came to help my mother settle in the ship. He will be missed, may he rest in peace. Love you all.