Santo Morra
elevated a00A3 January 20, 1924 ~ December 9, 2020
elevated a00A3 Santo passed away peacefully at home in his 97th year in Toronto. Beloved husband of 64 years to the late Giovanna Morra; loving father of Lucia (Giovanni), Carmelo (Emily) and Rocca (Randy); Nono to his 6 grandchildren, Angelo (Domenica), Santino (Siobhan), Jordan (Natalie), Lucas, Christian (Siebrin), Rebecca (Michael); and great-grandfather to Gianmarco, Alessandro, Michaela, and Olivia.
elevated a00A3 Santo was born in Monteleone di Puglia, Italy, and immigrated to Canada in 1958. He was joined by his family in 1960. He and Giovanna worked hard to make a life for their family in Toronto, supporting their children and celebrating their successes. They bought their first house in East York in 1962 and made one move to Scarborough in 1987 to be close to their daughter Lucia and her husband Giovanni. Santo worked as a tool & die maker for a car manufacturing company for over 25 years.
elevated a00A3 We have so many great memories of family get-togethers, sharing the most delicious homemade food and wine, followed by a game of bocce. Santo was unbeatable, even in his later years when he lost his ability to see, he was somehow able to win regardless of his limitations. And, he actively worked on his prized vegetable garden until his 95th year. He had a great sense of humour and enjoyed his life to the fullest – always demonstrating a strong work ethic, a faithful spirit, and love for his family. He would often tear up when he saw us all together, it made him so happy. We are grateful for all he taught us.
elevated a00A3 In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a charity of your choice in Santo Morra’s name.
elevated a00A3 Due to the restrictions at this time, there will be a private funeral for immediate family only on Monday December 14th, 2020.
Rocca my heart goes out to you. You will be in my prayers. If there is anything I can do for you or your family, please let me know. I wish I could give you a big hug. God bless you for the amazing daughter I know you have been. I saw there was much love between you.
Lucy, Carmen,Rocca my deepest condolences on the passing of Zio Santo. He truly lived a long beautiful life with his family and friends all the more reason he will truly be missed . My prayers are with you all.
Laura Morra
Laura, thank you so much for your sympathy note. We really appreciate it.
Diane, how lovely to hear from you. Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful prayers. We really appreciate your support.
beautiful uncle santo,I remember visiting you at your house O’Conner drive, dad and mom taking us there,the great laughs and delicious food auntie made was breathtaking memories, rest in peace my uncle.
Thank you for your sympathy note. We really appreciate it.
Carmen, Lucia and Rocca, Our deepest condolences for the passing of Zio Santo. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Dear Michele e Lina,
Thank you very much for you kind words of sympathy.
We appreciate the support and prayers.
Lucia, Carmelo & Rocca.
Compare Carmen, Lucia and Rocca. We are saddened by the passing of Zio Santo. We send you and your families our love and prayers.
Thank you Rocco, Cindy Michael & Jonathan. We appreciate your condolences and prayers
Lucia, Carmelo & Rocca
Dear Zia Lucia & Zio Giovanni,
Our deepest Condolences on the passing of your father Santo.
Our love and prayers are with you.
Joe & Carol Morsillo
Dear Joe & Carol, Thank you so much for your note of sympathy. We appreciate your support and prayers.
Lucia & Giovanni
To Lucia & Giovanni & family, our deepest condolences for the passing of your father. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Rocco, Teresa & Carmela:
Thank you for your condolence note and your support and prayers. We really appreciate it.
Lucia & Giovanni
Dear Jordan, Natalie & Morra Family,
We are so sorry to learn of the passing of your sweet Nono. We send you our deepest sympathies and much love.
Amber, Luc & Camden
Dear Aunt Lucia and Uncle John, Our deepest condolences to you and your siblings and our dear cousins and all your extended family. We are all so sad over your loss and that we aren’t able to grieve together and support each other in person. Our late dad (Rocco) had shared nice memories of Santo from his childhood, and they still kept a close bond over the years and Santo was so good at visiting and encouraging him during his illness. I also have many nice memories of our families visiting each other at O’Conner. I will always keep a memory of how gracious, loving, and appreciative of life and his family he always was, and the beautiful love and respect your parents had for each other. All his goodness and influence shows in how wonderful all your family is. I often recall one of his comments that despite what happens around us, that We are Living in a Garden, which I thought was so profound and helped me put things in a better perspective, and showed his great attitude about everything. That memory along with many others of him will always stay with me. May happy memories help comfort you at this difficult time. Our sympathies and thoughts are with you all.
Nina, Lucia, Michael and your families.
What a beautiful message. Thank you so much for your kind words and lovely memories. It helps us so much to hear from others the positive impact he had. Thank you for your support and words of sympathy. I will pass your message on to my brother and sister.
Lucia & Giovanni