Nino Gaetano Santangelo
elevated LjvSs December 18, 1956 – June 9, 2026
elevated LjvSs Visitation
Friday, June 12, 2026 from 3 – 8 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated LjvSs Funeral Service
Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9 am
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated LjvSs Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated LjvSs With profound sadness the family of Nino Gaetano Santangelo announces his peaceful passing on June 9, 2026, at the age of 69, surrounded by the love of his family.
elevated LjvSs Nino was the devoted husband of Janet, his beloved partner and best friend. Together they built a family and shared 47 years. He was a loving father to Andrea and her husband, John, and Brian and his wife, Antoinette. Nino took great pride in being Grandpa to Olive and Clove and treasured every moment he spent with them.
elevated LjvSs Nino was predeceased by his beloved parents, Connie and Benny Santangelo, and by his brother, Joe Santangelo. He cherished their memory and is now reunited with them.
elevated LjvSs Nino will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be remembered for his love, generosity, laughter and the many wonderful memories he leaves behind.
elevated LjvSs Family and friends will be received at Holy Cross Cemetery on Friday, June 12, 2026 from 3:00pm to 8:00pm. A service will be held the following day, Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9:00am in the funeral home chapel, with burial to take place on-site at Holy Cross Cemetery.
elevated LjvSs In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to consider a donation in Nino’s memory to the Allison Zeppieri Fund in support of Mental Health. https://supportmackenziehealth.ca/ui/hostanevent/p/allisonzeppierifund
elevated LjvSs
We are deeply saddened by Nino’s passing. His memory will live in us forever. We will always cherish his friendship and
mentorship. RIP Nino.
Our sincerest condolences to Janet and the family. Xo
Dearest Janet and family we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Nino
Condolences from Angelo, Vickie, Jason and Francesca Ferri
Dearest Janet and family,
Our hearts are with you during this difficult time. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers and sending our deepest condolences. May Nino rest in peace.
Love
Olivia & Alfred
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Nino was always polite and friendly. He always made us feel at ease and part of the family.
God bless you and keep you.
My sincere condolences to you Janet, Andrea (John) Brian (Antoinette) and of course the grandchildren. Will be thinking of you.
Janet and family. Sorry to hear about Nino’s death. He made us laugh with his humour. One of the good ones.
Janet, my heart goes out to you and all the family on the passing of Nino. I will keep you in my prayers.
Janet and family, words are difficult to express our feelings at moments like these, just know that we love you all. The years spent with Nino were years we will never forget and we are thankful for, they were a very positive impact in our lives. We hope you will find some peace in the difficul times ahead. All our love always! May Nino have a peaceful eternal journey.
Janet we are so sorry to hear about Nino sending our sincerest condolences, love and prayers to you all ❤️🙏🏻
Patricia & Neil
Janet
,
The times when You Nino and I were together and shared in beautiful conversations of family and all the good things will always be gratefully and thankfully etched in our minds.
Gone too soon. He was a happy and giving person. He had a big heart and filled with nothing but love.
Rest in peace Nino
Janet, we are deeply saddened to hear about Nino’s passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. I hope you find strength and comfort in the love and support of those around you. May all the memories you shared bring you peace in the days ahead. Rest in peace Nino 🙏🏻
My deepest condolences to the family. 🙏. I had the pleasure of knowing Nino for many years. A wonderful and genuine friend.
Nino’s passing has left a huge impact on all of us who have had the privilege to know him. Janet, our hearts go out to you and your family. Nino will truly be missed. Our deepest condolences.
Much love, Antoniette and Louis Zeppieri
We are so sad to hear of Nino’s passing. We always so enjoyed our time with him and the rest of the family during our visits to Canada. Deepest condolences and our thoughts are with Janet, Andrea, Brian and the rest of your family. Thinking of you all and sending lots of love. Jeff, Lesley, Helena, Melinda, and Adam x x x
Our family will miss Nino very much. He was a kind, generous, and caring gentleman who welcomed everyone with open arms. He was a wonderful father-in-law, and when our daughter, Antoinette, married into the Santangelo family, he embraced her with so much love and made her feel truly a part of the family.
We will always remember Nino with great affection and deep gratitude. He will remain forever in our hearts.
With our heartfelt condolences,
The Tsang Family
Our condolences to the Santangelo family. Nino was a wonderful man and did so much for his family and the community. We have many fond memories of time spent with Nino and Janet. May he rest in peace.
Ms. Santangelo
We were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your father. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
You are such a special teacher, and the care, kindness, and dedication you show your students every day have made a lasting impression on our son. He absolutely adores you and always speaks about how much he enjoys being in your class.
We hope you find comfort in the love and memories you shared with your father, and in the support of family, friends, and all those whose lives you have touched. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts during this time.
With deepest sympathy,
Petralia Family
Andrea and John, my sincerest condolences go out to you and the Santangelo family, may nino rest in paradise. Sending you comfort and love during this hard time.
-Nadia Marino
My condolences Janet to you and your family. Nino was a good friend and will be sadly missed.
With regret I am currently out of town and will not be able to attend the services.
I will see you on my return.
Dear Janet, to you and all your loved ones, please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Nino was a “fun” part of my childhood and the memories will forever remain in my heart.
There are things that even death cannot touch, and this includes the powerful love you feel for him.
Sending you love & strength,
Rosanna
Dear Janet, and all the family,
Our heartfelt sympathy and condolences for Nino’s passing.
He was a loving father, grandfather and husband.
He will truly be missed.
Love Anna and Anthony
Our sincerest condolences to your family at this very sad time. Nino was a special person. May he rest in peace and may his memories be a blessing to your family.
Nino’s team have been in our lives since 1991. He was patient kind and funny. He will be missed by our family and anyone lucky enough to know him.
Dear Janet, Andre, Brian, and family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Nino’s passing. He was our neighbour for many years, always wearing a warm smile and truly a gentleman. We hold many fond memories of the time we shared with him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Elvira Cicci, Sintia & Paul Mule’
We are sorry we can’t be there today but we lit a candle for Nino at Hozen-ji Temple, and had a moment to pause and remind ourselves of Nino’s kindness, generosity, and strength.
Dearest Janet and family. I am so very sorry to hear about Nino’s passing. He was always kind, gentle and always made me laugh. Regretfully I was unable to attend the viewing and the funeral services but please know he will not be forgotten.
On behalf of my family I would like to extend our deepest, heartfelt sympathy to Janet and the entire Santangelo Family on Nino’s passing. May your many memories of Nino fill your heart and help lessen the pain you feel now. Allow time to be your healer while Nino’s love guides you all often.
Rest in Peace Nino and God Bless!
Sincerely Lorraine, John
Carinci & Family