Giefriano “Jeff” Ignoto
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January 31, 1970 ~ September 3, 2026
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Tuesday, September 8, 2026 from 4 – 8 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
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Wednesday, September 9, 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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Holy Family Mausoleum at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 2C7
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Giefriano “Jeff” Ignoto, 56, passed away with loved ones by his side, at Southlake Hospital on September 3rd 2026.
elevated BM3Bg Jeff was born on January 31 1970, to Santino and Nellie, in Toronto. He was lovingly raised alongside his siblings Ron, Greg and Diane by both Santino and his wife Paola.
elevated BM3Bg Jeff worked in a range of trades, most notably carpentry, throughout his life. Jeff loved to take on personal projects such as home renovations and was always working with his hands to create something beautiful. Jeff was beyond grateful for his diverse community of family and friends and never failed to make the people around him feel his contagious and joyful energy.
elevated BM3Bg Along with his parents and siblings, Jeff leaves behind his wonderful wife, Lidia Borrelli, and her daughters Olivia and Angelina. He also leaves behind his deeply loved son, Marcus.
elevated BM3Bg In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
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To all the Ignoto family, may your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this challenging time.
Such a great soul.
We only knew Jeff briefly.
His spirit was so bright.
Condolences to family.
Jeff was a wonderful person always had a kind word. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Jeff always had a smile and a pleasant greeting. He was so wellliked and will be greatly missed by those of us who knew him.
Jeff was a wonderful friend and we will miss him greatly.
Our deepest condolences to Lidia.
Diane and Henry
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family during this incredibly difficult time. May the beautiful memories you shared bring you comfort and strength in the days ahead.
Thinking of you all and sending love and prayers.
He was the best man I ever had the pleasure to meet and I will miss him profoundly my buddy rest in peace 🙏
Dear baby boy, you will be forever missed never forgotten. Rest in peace. Love always your park momma.
We are very sorry to hear this tragic news. We offer our sincere condolences and wish comfort and peace to the family. Mary, Marco Amati
As summer time neighbours and friends we knew Jeff as a loving father of Marcus and Lidia’s soul mate.We are so shocked and saddened by his untimely passing.
Our deepest condolences to Lidia and Marcus
Dave and Edith Amor
Our sincere condolences to the entire family. Jeff was an old friend and was happy and kind soul. Rest in peace my friend you will surely be missed.
I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to Lidia and families.
A fantastic guy that always had an infectious smile for everyone