LOMBARDO, Antonio Mariano Lombardo  -  died peacefully on June 11th, 2024, at age 89.

He is predeceased by his parents, Francesco Rocco Lombardo and Maria Giuseppa Russomanno, as well as his brothers, Nicola Lombardo (Anna, predeceased), Giuseppe Lombardo (Maria, predeceased), Carmelo Lombardo (Nicoletta, predeceased), and sister, Maria Grazia Lombardo (Nicola).

He is survived by his brother Onofrio Lombardo (Anna Maria), and sister Cosima (Pasquale, predeceased), and is the uncle to twenty-two nieces and nephews.

His first wife was the beloved Elodia Papasodaro (predeceased), with whom he had three children: Umberto (predeceased), Maria Pia (John), and Pasquale (Sylvia). He is also survived by his three grandchildren, Elizabeth, Robert, and Elodia.

Later in his life, Antonio formed a loving partnership with Franca Naccarato, and became a treasured father figure to Francesca Martinez (Tony), and Marisa Naccarato-Pugliese (Thomas).

He is memorialised by Francesca and Marisa, as well as their children, Alexandra, Stefan, Elisa, and Tomas.

Antonio was born in Cardinale, Catanzaro, Italy, and immigrated to Canada in the 1960s.

Upon arriving in Canada, he worked in various fields. He was always resilient in the face of adversity, and deeply connected to his Roman Catholic faith.

Antonio is remembered fondly for his love of gardening, travelling, working as an extra in film and television, handiwork, and spending quality time with his family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Antonio may be made to the Scarborough Health Network or the Canadian Cancer Society.

Arrangements with McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME .

Details regarding the funeral mass and burial are provided at website .