Matteo Rao
elevated ojZTG July 29, 1938 ~ June 15, 2026
elevated ojZTG Visitation
Friday, June 19, 2026 from 3 – 8 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated ojZTG Funeral Mass
Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 9 am
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated ojZTG Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated ojZTG It is with heavy hearts and a profound sense of loss we announce the peaceful passing of Matteo Rao on June 15, 2026. Surrounded by the love of his family at Hospice Vaughan Matteo passed away at the age of 87.
elevated ojZTG Beloved husband of 59 years to Annunziata. Loving father of Connie (David), Sandra, and predeceased by his daughter Julie. Proud nonno of Robert, Alessia, Sofia, and Erica. Dear brother of Fortunato and sister Vittoria.
elevated ojZTG Matteo will be sadly missed and held dear in the hearts of his many extended family and friends. He will be lovingly remembered and never forgotten.
elevated ojZTG Your thoughts and kindness are truly appreciated during this time of sorrow.
elevated ojZTG In lieu of flowers, donations in honour of Matteo can be made to Cortellucci Vaughan Hospice.
My deepest condolence to the family
Appresa la triste notizia della perdita del vostro caro Matteo, vi giungano da tutta la famiglia Fazari (San Giorgio Morgeto – Italia) le piú sentite condoglianze
I’m so sorry for your loss
We are saddened at hearing of Matteo’s passing and want to extend our heart felt condolences to the family. A big hug to all.
“On behalf of myself and my entire family, we extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Rao family during this time of profound sorrow. The passing of Matteo Rao leaves a silence that words can hardly fill, but his courage, his kindness, and the love he shared will remain forever in the hearts of all who knew him.
May the Rao family find strength in one another, comfort in the memories they hold dear, and peace in knowing that Matteo’s journey was met with dignity and surrounded by love. Our thoughts, our prayers, and our hearts are with you in this difficult moment.”
Our deepest condolences to all the family
My Sincerest Condolences to you, Sandra, and your Family. May he rest in eternal peace.
God Bless
My most heartfelt condolences during this difficult time to you and your family. 🙏🏼❤️🕊️
Our deepest condolences during this difficult time,may he rest in eternal peace.
God Bless
May He now R.I.P.
DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILIES.
On behalf of myself and our family, we would like to extend our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Rao family, Fortunato Rao and extended family. We share many fond memories of Matteo during our childhood. May he rest in peace.