In memory of

Carlo Di Renzo

March 13, 1947 -  October 15, 2019

On Tuesday, October 15, 2019, Carlo Di Renzo passed away peacefully in his home.

He is survived by his wife Adriana, his three sons, John, Stephen and Marc, his daughters-in-law, Anisha, Andrea and Madeline, his grandchildren Ilyas and Gemma, his siblings Antonietta and Ralph (predeceased by Melina and Nick), and his many nieces and nephews.

Throughout his 72 years, Carlo demonstrated – through actions – how to show up for others.

In his final months, he seized every second spent with family – hosting barbecues, taking his grandkids to appointments and sporting events, and marathoning Netflix shows with his wife.

In his final weeks, he stopped at nothing to attend his grandson’s hockey games – a ritual he reveled in with all three sons. You can only imagine the joy that swept over him when his granddaughter recently had her first practice.

In his final days, he savoured life’s simple pleasures – playing a Pro-Line ticket, sipping a beer and soaking in Sunday football with the boys.

Thanksgiving weekend will forever be a time to reflect on a loving father and husband whose strength, selflessness, and resilience in the face of adversity, made us all better. For the time we had with Carlo, we are so thankful.

Please join us to honour his legacy and celebrate the life of Carlo Di Renzo.

A visitation service will be held on Friday, October 18, between 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at York Funeral Centre (160 Beecroft Rd. Toronto). The funeral will follow on Saturday, October 19 at 10 a.m, also at York Funeral Centre (160 Beecroft Rd. Toronto).

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Nick Buncic 

Entered October 16, 2019 from Toronto

My heartfelt condolences for the Di Renzo family. So sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Carlo.

Ernie Lopez (Friend)

Entered October 16, 2019 from Toronto

I am deeply honoured and blessed to have known such a wonderful person.
I will forever cherish our time together coaching John's soccer team.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ernie

Tom and Sophie Stephenson (Son in-laws beloved Father)

Entered October 17, 2019 from Toronto

Only people who are capable of loving strongly can also suffer great sorrow,
but this same necessity of loving serves to counteract their grief and heals them.

By Leo Tolstoy

Our deepest condolences.
Tom & Sophie

Sergio Tittoto (Fellow worker with State Electric)

Entered October 17, 2019 from 49 Katherine Rd Toronto m3k1j2

Carlo was one of the few mentors I had as an apprentice. I met Carlo on day one at York University. He spent the time to teach in a serious way but afterwards he would be funny and amusing. He would refuse to be mistreated by those running jobs and this in turn helped all on the crew to be somewhat respected A very hard worker and just a nice guy. He will be remembered

Ada & Salvatore Ruzza (Cousin)

Entered October 17, 2019 from 10823 Jane Street, Maple, ON L6A 1S1

Our deepest sympathies are extended to Adriana and her family for the loss of dear Carlo.

Our prayers are with him.

May he rest in eternal bliss.

Love to all, Salvatore, Ada and Family Ruzza

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