elevated Up9gq February 4, 1950 ~ January 23, 2025

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Monday, January 27, 2025 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. 
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East Thornhill, Ontario L3T 3Z6

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Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 10:30 a.m.                                   
Chapel of St. Joseph – Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home

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elevated Up9gq It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Joseph Blandizzi on January 23, 2025. He was born on February 4th, 1950 in Pachino, Sicily, Italy to parents Pietro and Maria.  Loving husband to Vassa for 50 years. Adored father to Sarah (Scott), Laura (Michael) and Peter (Stephanie). Proud Nonno to Mateo, Edison, Elijah, Alyssa and Mila.  Devoted brother to Carmela, Salvatore and the late John. Brother-in-law to Linda (late Tom), Tom and Angelo. 

elevated Up9gq Joe was the epitome of hard work, dedication, and love. He spent his life tirelessly providing for his family, always putting them before himself. As a father, he embodied what it meant to be strong, kind, and present, offering guidance with patience and unwavering support. He was the steady rock for his children and the most loving partner to his wife Vassa for 50 beautiful years, always exhibiting what true devotion looked like.

elevated Up9gq In his role as a Nonno, Joe’s love only grew, and his grandchildren were fortunate enough to experience his unconditional love, generosity, humor, and warmth. His grandchildren would leap into his arms upon entering the room and would whine when it was time to leave because they just wanted to be with him longer.

elevated Up9gq In his final days, Joe found comfort in the simple things: his favorite music playing softly in the background, Leafs’ games on the TV, and the sound of his family and friends chatting in the background about everything and nothing. He held hands with his one true love, just as he had for so many years, and with every passing moment, the depth of their love for one another was strengthening.

elevated Up9gq To know him was to know kindness, strength, and a heart full of love. He will forever live on in our hearts, and his legacy will continue to inspire us.

elevated Up9gq We find peace knowing he is now with the angels, leaving behind a life well-lived and a family that will carry on his love and lessons. Rest easy, Dad. You will never be forgotten.

elevated Up9gq Please consider a donation to Hill House Hospice in Richmond Hill or the Canadian Cancer Society in his memory. Your thoughts and kindness are truly appreciated during this time of sorrow.

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