Rufino Camarata
elevated lfIyT October 20, 1929 – December 21, 2022
elevated lfIyT Visitation
Thursday, December 29, 2022 from 11:00 am to 1:15 pm
elevated lfIyT Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated lfIyT Funeral Mass
Thursday, December 29, 2022 at 1:30 pm
elevated lfIyT Chapel of St. Joseph, Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
elevated lfIyT Click here to view the mass.
elevated lfIyT Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery – Section 22
elevated lfIyT Obituary
elevated lfIyT It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rufino Camarata. Rufino peacefully passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at Northridge Long Term Care in Oakville, at the age of 93 years.
elevated lfIyT Beloved husband of Maria. Loving father of Teresa (Alan), Joe (deceased), George (Lilla), Paul (Tania) and David (Kathy). Devoted grandfather of Jason, Christian, Vanessa, Nicholas, Christina and Alyssa.
elevated lfIyT Rufino was born in Ribeira Brava, in Madeira, Portugal. With his wife Maria, they came to Canada in the 1950’s and established their family in Toronto. Rufino proudly built his own Janitorial Services company. He tirelessly worked to provide for his family and give them a better life. Although he worked hard, he enjoyed life. Rufino loved to have family get-togethers, play cards/billiards, listen to music and dance… he was an entertainer and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Some other passions included traveling, watching sports (soccer, hockey, boxing), classic films and tv shows, and his love for Westerns, especially anything involving John Wayne.
elevated lfIyT But there was nothing he cared more for than his family. He referred to his grandchildren as his “treasure”.
elevated lfIyT His family will always cherish the beautiful memories of his life and his immense sacrifice. They thank you in advance for your condolences and prayers.
elevated lfIyT In loving memory of Rufino Camarata and in lieu of flowers donations may be made to CAMH. Click here to donate.
elevated lfIyT May he rest in peace.
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We had the pleasure of knowing Rufino in the latter part of his life. His love and devotion for his family was evident – our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Our condolences to the entire family. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time. He was a very special man who I really enjoyed my time with. ❤️🙏
Rufino will be remembered 💜
My condolences
We were saddened to hear about your father’s passing. Our thoughts and sympathies are with you and your family at this time. I hope you are able to find comfort in the fond memories you have of your father.
Sad to hear the passing of Rufino
Always enjoyed our talks over a glass of his Cognac
He will be missed
My sincere condolences to the family.
My condolences to Maria and the family. I really enjoyed my short time with Ruffino. I will miss seeing him.