Pierluigi Dell’Orto
elevated l9KUz July 20, 1929 – November 19, 2023
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Friday November 24, 2023 from 6pm to 8pm
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211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
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Saturday November 25, 2023 at 10:30am
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elevated l9KUz Obituary
elevated l9KUz It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Pierluigi Dell’Orto. He departed on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at the age of 94 in Toronto, Ontario. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Giovanna, and daughter Marzia (Joe). Proud and devoted Nonno to Robert and Nadia, he was elated when Robert was born, as he finally had someone to pass down his cherished fishing rods to, a sentiment he fulfilled. He also took great pride in Nadia’s dedication to her studies in pursuit of becoming a lawyer.
elevated l9KUz Pierluigi was born in Milano, Italy, and immigrated to Canada via Halifax in 1956. His work on the railways led him to Churchill, Manitoba, and later to Chapais, Quebec, near Chibougamau, where he worked in the coal mines. Eventually, he settled in Toronto, where he met my mother, Giovanna, and they married on December 17, 1960. Besides being a loving Nonno, one of his greatest passions was fishing and hunting. He enjoyed traveling with my mother, sharing his love for cooking with his family (he made the best risotto!), and reveled in the outdoors.
elevated l9KUz On weekends, you would find him at Lake Simcoe, fishing or ice-fishing depending on the season. Every fall, he pursued his love for fishing in the Gulf of Mexico at Clearwater Beach, Florida. My father had a deep love and respect for nature. Dad, I will miss you.
elevated l9KUz In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) or any other charity you hold dear to your heart.
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To My Godfather Pierluigi:
May you rest in peace.
Our deepest sympathies,
George & Elizabeth, Renee, Nicole, and Vanessa Mior
Dear Marzia & Family
We are deeply saddened to hear about your dads passing.
We have been neighbours for over 35 years, and considered both your mom and dad as part of our family.
We send you and your family our loving thoughts & prayers.
May precious memories bless your lives and bring some comfort to your hearts during this difficult time.
Our deepest condolences.
Your neighbours & friends,
The Corona Family
I am so sorry for your loss. My sincerest condolences.
Dear Marzia and Family, so very sorry for your loss. Sending love, strength and prayer to you all. Sounds like your Dad was an exceptional gentleman.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these very difficult times.
Thinking of you and your family, Rob.
My condolences to you and your family, Rob. Thinking of you all.
Marzia, our condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. May your dad rest in peace and I’m sure he continues to look over your family and be very proud.
We are deeply saddened to hear about your dads passing.
We have been neighbours for many years and we have many memories
We send you and your family our loving thoughts & prayers. Our deepest condolences
Mary and John Capasso
Dear Marzia,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved father. Your family is in our prayers.
Clara, Giancarlo Giulianelli
Giovanna and family ,
We are deeply saddened to hear about Pierluigi’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you and the family during this difficult time.