Giovanni Bucci
elevated dlcUt March 2, 1937 ~ March 31, 2024
elevated dlcUt Visitation
Sunday, April 7, 2024 from 2 – 4 & 6 – 8 p.m. & Monday, April 8, 2024 from 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated dlcUt Funeral Mass
Monday, April 8, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated dlcUt Click here to watch the mass
elevated dlcUt Entombment
Holy Trinity Mausoleum at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 2C7
elevated dlcUt Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Giovanni Bucci on March 31, 2024 at the age of 87.
elevated dlcUt He leaves behind his wife of 43 years, Grace Bucci. His children Anna, Anthony (Shannon), Dianne (Les) and Claudia (Nick). He was a proud Nonno to his grandchildren Nicole, Christopher (Amanda), Brittany, Marcus (Sarah), Chiara and Matteo and bis nonno to his great grandson Theodore.
elevated dlcUt Born in Sessano del Molise, Italy in 1937, Giovanni immigrated to Toronto, Canada with his parents Felice and Anna in 1953.
elevated dlcUt His passion for sewing, which he learned at a very young age and determination enabled him to open his own business, JB Cleaners & Tailors at the age of 25. In 1977, he opened Giovanni of Italy Custom Tailoring, where he would eventually meet his future wife, Grace. Together they relocated the business to Scollard St and with their hard work and dedication it became the most successful Tailoring Shop in the Yorkville area.
elevated dlcUt Giovanni’s passions in life were Tailoring, Carpentry, Cars, Music and Birds. His greatest passion though, was his family.
elevated dlcUt He fought a long battle with heart disease and in the end his heart could not sustain his life anymore.
elevated dlcUt Giovanni will be deeply missed but he has left us with many cherished memories.
elevated dlcUt In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Anna, Diane & Tony I know what it’s like to lose father and I wish you peace and strength during this difficult time. 🙏
My condolences to all of you. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ❤️
Siamo molto addolorati per la perdita del nostro caro zio Gianni. Vi siamo vicini.
Gianfelice
Ernesto e Syria
Tommaso e Elisabetta
Dear Grace and family, Michael joins me in offering our deepest sympathy on the death of your dear husband and father. I have fond memories of his warm smile and caring nature. He was so proud of his family and took great pleasure in sharing his pride and joy with me on many occasions. I will miss him standing in the doorway and assuring me it would be OK to park in front for a few minutes. He would watch for me. God bless you all. Fondly Mary Ellen, Michael, Helen and Deirdre
A one of a kind man of the time moment. He was always smiling always ready to talk real estate always funny with his one liners. You will be missed Giovanni R I P any dear friend 🌹🌹🌹
To the Bucci family,
It is with a sad heart that I send my condolences. Grace and Giovanni established a couture experience for their clients, of which our family was the beneficiary of. Through the years of fittings, we established a lovely friendship and for this we are forever thankful – our prayers are with your family, our best, Helen Horgan Servick
A one of a kind man of the time moment. He was always smiling always ready to talk real estate always funny with his one liners. You will be missed Giovanni R I P any dear friend 🌹🌹🌹my Heartfelt condolences to his LOVELY FAMILY sending hugs with LOVE
Dearest Grace & Claudia.I just heard your sad news and I am so sorry for your loss. Giovanni is someone I will never forget. He was so clever and creative. He was so lucky to have been surrounded by a wonderful family. I am so lucky to have known him and I know how you will miss him.
I hope the pain of your loss will be helped by all those wonderful memories you shared with Giovanni.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cally Bowen McEwen
Sincere condolences to you Claudia,Nick and family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May Giovanni rest in peace. 🙏❤️🙏
So very sorry for your loss, Graziella, Claudia, and family.
Together you built a wonderful family and a thriving business. So much to cherish about his life and his memory.
Claudia and Grace, although I have not known Giovani all that long , he allways had a ready smile for me. I was very sad to hear of his passing and send my deepest condolences from the Bahamas. Loved ones always leave a hole in the heart. Love from Caroline Wight.
To Grace, Claudia, Anna, Tony, Diane, and all the grandchildren, and great grandchild; my sincere and deepest condolences. Johnny not only was my brother inlaw, but was a man who enjoyed family life, a glass of wine, laughter, music, and dance. He was like a father to me and he Will definitely be missed. I am grateful that we were able to spend a few hours together on Palm Sunday. Johnny, you will be missed. R.I.P my friend.🙏❤️
Caro Gianni e’ stato bello conoscerti e nonostante la distanza sei sempre stato nei nostri cuori. Buon viaggio e che la terra ti sia lieve. Claudia e Graziella a voi un grande abbraccio, vi siamo vicini.
My condolences to the family. I am thinking of all of you. John always welcomed me in his home and cottage and I have wonderful memories. He will be truly missed.
Love from Randa
Dear Grace and The Family,
We were fortunate to have known John for the past three years as his neighbor. His warm smile, wisdom, and love for life left a lasting impression on us. John’s meticulous nature, always keeping everything neat and in order, was a testament to his character. But what truly stood out was his youthful spirit—a heart that remained vibrant despite the passing years.
During this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the cherished memories you shared with John, and may his legacy continue to inspire kindness and love.
With deepest sympathy,
Jerry & Bonnie
May John’s memory be a source of strength and solace for his family during this challenging period.
Sincere condolences to the Bucci Family.
To Claudia,Diana,Anna Tony and families.
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your father Giovanni. May the memories of happy times give you comfort and peace.with love ❤️
Anna Maria e Marcello
Caro Gianni. Compagno di tante ore passate insieme. Che il Signore ti ha dato un bel posto come meriti.Ti ricordero’ e sarai sempre presente nelle mie preghiere.
Tua suocera Lina.
Dear Grace and The Family,
My deepest sympathies go out to you during this difficult time. John was an extraordinary individual—overflowing with love, wisdom, and kindness. His youthful spirit and meticulous nature left an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. May you find comfort in the cherished memories you shared.
With profound condolences,
Jerry
Dear Claudia,Diana,Anna,Tony and families, our deepest condolences for the loss of your father
Giovanni. May the memory of happy times give you comfort and peace.
With all our love ❤️
Anna Maria e Marcello
Grace and Claudia
John and I are heart broken at Giovanni’s passing. We have known your family since 1981 and watched both the family and business grow and prosper. Even though John became very successful he never forgot his roots. He was truly a humble yet noble gentleman.
Our sincere condolences to the Bucci Family.
Anna, the girls and all of your family , Brian, Julie, Jeffery and myself want you to know that we are so deeply saddened by your loss.. our thoughts are with you in our hearts.
Love Diane, Brian, Julie and Jeffery
Dear Graziella, Claudia, Nick and family.
We are sorry to hear of this enormous loss. We are sending love and condolences to everyone in the family. May Giovanni rest in eternal rest🙏🕊️
Our condolences to the family. May God hold you all close to His Heart during this very difficult time.
Dear Grace and Claudia,
We are so sorry and saddened by the loss of Giovanni.
May his memory be a blessing for you all.
Love Gina Rose
Dear Anna, Diana, Tony and all. So sad to hear of the loss of your dad.
We have fond memories of get togethers at your house and ours, from way back in high school! Wishing you all well as you find peace and comfort at this sad time.
Sincere condolences, Sylvia and Julie