Nicola Della Penta

December 1, 1923 - November 14, 2024

It is with the heaviest of hearts and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Nicola Della Penta, just shy of his 101st birthday, with his daughter by his side as he was called home.

Beloved husband of the late Vilia for 68 years, and loving father of Maria (Lynn) Williamson (Bradford, Ontario) and the late Nino. Predeceased by his parents Agata Buttino and Nicola Della Penta (Italy) and his siblings Emilio Della Penta (late Maria) of the US, Berto Della Penta (late Adelina) of Sault Ste. Marie, Pasquale Della Penta (Angelina) of Montreal, Nicolina D’Abramo (late Nicola) of Montreal, and Filomena Rinaldi (late Marcello) of Italy as well as his in-laws Louisa Franco (late Nunzio) of Montreal, Erminio Cordileone (late Adelina), (late Amelia) of Italy, and Maria Brachio (late Nicola) of Argentina.

Nicola will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, and special friends. Born in Campochiaro, Campobasso, Italy, he immigrated to Montreal, where he married Vilia Cordileone, then moved to Sault Ste. Marie, living next door to his brother Berto (Adelina). Nicola worked at Algoma Central Railway, retiring January 1, 1989, after 36 years of service. He will be fondly remembered for his love of gardening, wine making, and his cherished backyard shed where he enjoyed afternoon naps.

Family and friends are invited to visit O’Sullivan Funeral Home and Cremation Centre on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, from 10:00 AM until the time of the Funeral Service in the chapel at 11:00 AM with Father Trevor Scarfone officiating. Entombment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Mausoleum.