ANDRIGHETTI, Giovanni - God called our strong, beloved Nani home, on May 7, 2022.
Deeply devoted to his faith and his family, he lived life according to the two golden rules that were instilled in him by his father: be kind and be honest.
Devoted husband of Luciana. Loving father of Antonella, Cinzia (Frank), and Renza.
Cherished nonno of Alessia and Andrew.
Predeceased by his brothers Luigi (Corona) and Giuseppe (Maria) and survived by his brothers Angelo and Sergio (Secondina) and his sister, Sara.
Fondly remembered by his extended Bellunese family.
Giovanni was born in Fonzaso, Italy, on August 7, 1931, beneath the sanctuary of Monte Roncon where he proudly continued to maintain la casera that was built by his grandfather.
At 16, he left home to study his trades. At 22, he entered the military. As an Alpino del Settimo, he learned the discipline and work-ethic that would define his entire life.
After the military, he left Italy for Switzerland in search of work. On January 31, 1955, at the age of 24, Giovanni arrived at Pier 21 in Halifax on the Saturnia ship.
He returned to Italy in 1961 where he met his future wife, Luciana. They married in 1962 in Toronto.
He was strong but kind and always very generous and truly genuine. He will be held dear in the hearts of his family and friends.
Relatives and friends are welcome to join the Andrighetti family for Visitation at Demarco Funeral Home, 3725 Keele Street, Toronto, ON,on Friday, May 13th, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Norbert's Roman Catholic Church (100 Regent Road, North York, ON M3K 1H1), on Saturday, May 14th, at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow.
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