Vito Antonio Palandra
elevated g1VHe August 24, 1942 ~ April 7, 2026
elevated g1VHe Visitation
Thursday, April 9, 2026 from 2-4 & 6–8 pm
elevated g1VHe Friday, April 10, 2026 from 11-11:45 am
elevated g1VHe Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated g1VHe Funeral Mass – Chapel of St. Joseph (within the Funeral Home)
Friday, April 10, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.
elevated g1VHe Entombment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON, L3T 2C7
elevated g1VHe Obituary
elevated g1VHe Vito passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with cancer and dementia, surrounded by the love of his family.
elevated g1VHe He was a devoted and loving husband to his beloved wife, Leonarda, and a proud and caring father to Giuseppe (Nadine), Teresa (Frank), Giovanni (Monet), and Anthony (Vanessa). Vito’s greatest joy was his role as Nonno to Brittany, Mikaela, Alexander, Vanessa, Alessia, and Luca, each of whom brought him immense pride and happiness.
elevated g1VHe Born in Monteleone di Puglia, Italy, Vito carried his heritage with him throughout his life. In the 1960s, he made the brave journey to Canada in search of a better future for his family. Through hard work, determination, and sacrifice, he built a life rooted in family, tradition, and community.
elevated g1VHe Vito was known for his strong work ethic and his deep love of simple, meaningful traditions. He took great pride in his homemade wine, his carefully prepared sausages, and the spectacular vegetable garden he cultivated year after year. These were not just hobbies, but expressions of his love for his culture and for bringing people together.
elevated g1VHe A passionate calcio fan and a devoted supporter of Inter Milan, Vito rarely missed a match and could always be counted on for lively discussions about the game. More than anything, he cherished time spent with family and friends, always happiest when gathered around a table he helped fill, sharing food, stories, and laughter.
elevated g1VHe Vito will be remembered for his quiet strength, his generosity, his deep love for his family, and the legacy of tradition and values he leaves behind. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
elevated g1VHe He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Condolences to the Palandra Family from the Shalabi family and Adinolfi family 💐
The family thanks you for your kind thoughts.
Our deepest condolences. Sorry for your loss. 🙏 🕊️
Thank you for keeping us in your thoughts
I feel so grateful to have had him as my father-in-law. His generosity, his love of sharing a glass of wine, and the care he poured into his beautiful garden are memories I will always hold onto. His joy for music and dancing was contagious, and his bright smile and gentle nature made his grand-children feel deeply loved.
Forever in our hearts, Vanessa Palandra
We are so sorry for you loss. May your family be at peace as he finally is.
Thank you for thinking of us
Condolences from the Rocca family especially anna who i work with🙏❤️🇮🇹
Thank you for your kind thoughts
We are so sorry for your loss.
The obituary was a beautiful tribute to your father and a reflection of how dearly he was loved.
May God’s peace be with you and your family, now and always.
With our sincere condolences, from all our family.
We appreciate your kind thoughts during this time
We had the pleasure of knowing Vito for 36 years and being welcome as family. We will miss him tremendously. Sending our warmest condolences to Leonarda, Joe, Teresa, John and Anthony. Warmest regards Noel and Marie Claude
We appreciate your kind thoughts during this time
The Mullen family
We are sending our heart felt condolences to the Palandra family, especially Mrs. Palandra. He will be missed terribly! Hold on to the beautiful memories always. He will live on in you all. Big hugs to each of you!!
Yannick, John, Renée and our family.
Thank you for keeping us in your thoughts
With a heart full of strength, kindness, and laughter, Vito brought warmth and joy to everyone he met. Unwavering support, generosity, and sense of humor will forever be cherished.
Though your presence will be deeply missed, memories will continue to inspire and bring comfort to all who were fortunate enough to know you.
Rest in peace,[cousin]
Vito this is not the end but the beginning of a new chapter.
Our deepest condolences to wife Leonarda(Nardina) and your children and entire family.
Vito may you rest in peace
Tony & Maria Palandra
We appreciate your kind thoughts during this time
Always warmly greeted..however not with a the traditional italian double kiss, but rather a stern graze of the cheek with the strong stubbled beard a trademark of Zio Vito. Heated debates amungst family members at the kitchen table both Italian, English and even sometimes French..was always subdued with Zio’s wise cracks and signature laughter. Grazie Zio for the lifelong memories you gave to us all 🙏🏻💙
Love your Nephew,
Angelo Volpe and family.
Thank you for your warm wishes
Meeting Vito felt like a homecoming because he reminded me so much of my father. They both carried the spirit of Puglia in everything they did—from the pride of the garden to the joy of a shared glass of wine.
Your father left a beautiful mark on this world through the traditions he kept and the love he gave.
Thinking of you all and sending so much love and strength.
With love,
Vito and Maria Amodio
Thank you for your warm wishes
Palandra family
Our condolences, may he rest in peace.
Love Maria and Remo Campitelli
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To The life of the Party Vito Palandra, A wonderful man who brought his humor, smiles and great wine to any occasion. He raised 3 sons and a daughter alongside his wife Leonarda. He was an example of what a hard working dedicated family man looks like. He loved to dance , loved to enjoy good food (made by his loving wife) and his wine that he took pride in.(well deserved) we shall miss you, I shall miss my friend (and father in law) who taught me to play scopa, my partner in crime in winning monopoly and the legendary stories tha were told over desert(also made by his loving wife) I love you, I shall miss you, but you will never be forgotten as you are forever in our hearts and always on our minds. May God Bless you and may your soul rest in eternal peace🧿🙏🏼
So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of and praying for the Palandra Family.
Thank you for your thoughtful message.