Giuseppe “Joe” Licitra
elevated MGTwQ August 19, 1953 ~ September 12, 2026
elevated MGTwQ Visitation
Sunday September 20, 2026 from 2:00pm-4:00pm & 6:0pm-8:00pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated MGTwQ Funeral Mass
Monday September 21, 2026 at 12:00pm
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated MGTwQ Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 2C7
elevated MGTwQ Obituary
elevated MGTwQ It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Giuseppe “Joe” Licitra on September 12, 2026, at his home in Aurora, Ontario, surrounded by the love and presence of his family.
elevated MGTwQ Joe was the beloved husband of Josie Licitra, his wife and life partner, whose love and care remained steadfast throughout his illness.
elevated MGTwQ He is survived by his loving wife, Josie; his daughters, Teresa (Yuce), Lisa (Sam), and Christina (Chris); and his seven grandchildren, Alyssandra, Michael, Nicholas, Ava, Thomas, Olivia, and Nico.
elevated MGTwQ Joe was predeceased by his beloved father, Angelo, and his parents-in-law, Michele and Mary Adamo, who embraced and loved Joe as their own. He is survived by his dear mother, Teresa; his sisters, Joanne (the late Vito) and Bessie (Luciano); as well as his extended family.
elevated MGTwQ Joe will be remembered as a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, son-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, and uncle, and through the family and memories he leaves behind. His story will continue through his daughters and grandchildren, and through all those who knew and loved him over the course of his life.
elevated MGTwQ While dementia became part of Joe’s journey, it will never define his life. Throughout his illness, he was surrounded by the devoted care of Josie, together with the kindness and compassion of Amy, Carol, Angela, Elsa, and Juliet, his personal care workers, who cared for him each day and became an important part of his circle of care. Their dedication brought Joe comfort and dignity and will remain deeply appreciated by his family.
elevated MGTwQ The family is sincerely grateful for the kindness, prayers, condolences, and support extended to them during this difficult time.
elevated MGTwQ In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations in Joe’s memory be made to the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD), in support of research and families affected by frontotemporal dementia.
elevated MGTwQ Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD)
elevated MGTwQ https://www.theaftd.org/
elevated MGTwQ https://clearalzheimers.ca/donate/
elevated MGTwQ He will be lovingly remembered and never forgotten.
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Our deepest condolences to joise and family.. Ron n Brenda Sturino.. unfortunately we will be out of the country on September 17th . Hugs to all❤️❤️🙏🙏
Josie and family, our sincere condolences and sadden hearts to hear of Joe’s passing. Your strength, endurance and above all the love you had for Joe will never be forgotten. As time passes so will it be a little easier to get thru your days with your family and embrace all the wonderful memories you both have together and have made.
Love Angelo and Mary Digiambattista and Family
Sending our love
Rest in Peace , Joe
My dearest Joe,
You were such a big presence in all of our lives. Although you were never a man of many words, your presence always spoke volumes. You were there for all of us—quietly, without judgment, and always with love, kindness, and respect.
I find comfort knowing that Mom and Dad have welcomed you into their arms, and that you are now among our angels, watching over your Josie, your girls, and your precious grandchildren.
You will be deeply missed, but your love, your presence, and the memories you gave us will remain in our hearts forever.
Rest peacefully, dear Joe. You are loved, and you always will be. 🤍 “Aunty Elena”
Our sincerest condolences. We are very sorry for your loss. If there’s anything you need or we can do for you, please let us know. Once again sorry for your loss
Dearest Josie & family:
I am so very sorry for your great loss. Joe was one of a kind, a wonderful person, who will always be remembered with great fondness. RIP Joe 🙏
Hugs to you and your family.❤️
Joe, you were one of a kind. You were more than just my big brother you were part of my soul, my childhood, and so many of my happiest memories. I will always carry that feeling of being loved and protected by you .
I will miss your strong, warm hugs and your beautiful laughter. The time we spent together as a family I will always treasure, especially our family poker nights, hearing you shout, “ALL IN” and listening to you sing your Frank Sinatra songs.
I find comfort knowing that you are at peace with your beloved father, your cherished brother-in-law Vito, and all the loved ones who went before you.
Joe, I love you and miss you dearly. You will remain forever in my heart. I know that love does not end with death, and I will carry you with me always, knowing that you are now watching over us from Heaven.
Love you big brother
My deepest condolences, Josie & Family. Joe was a very special person, leaving us with great memories.
You will truly be missed
May you rest in peace.
Our condolences
Uncle Joe,
You were the loudest man in any room, you always made room, and no room was ever the same after you left it. You never played favourites and you never kept score. Every time I walked in, it was “Ciao, bello.” Every single time. There was always a place for me next to you.
Love always,
Angelo
Sending our deepest condolences during this difficult time. We are holding you all close in our thought as you honor his life. Though dementia’s took so much, it can never diminish the love you shared or the impact he had on those around him. We will always remember Joe in Barbados by the pool.❤️We love you all and we are wishing you comfort, peace, and loving memories. We are sorry we cannot be with you .
Christelle and Keith 🙏🏻❤️
Our deepest condolences to you and your family
Frank and Pasqua Battista
Sending you my heartfelt condolences. May Joe rest in peace and watch over you all always.
Dearest Josie and family, we are so sorry for the loss of a great man like Joe was. Sending you our heartfelt condolences May his memory be a blessing.
Dear Josie and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Joe will always be in your heart and memories will be forever. Rest in Peace Joe, there are a few waiting for you as you make your journey. ❤️🙏