Passed away in Montreal, at the age of 79. He leaves in mourning his spouse Micheline Gladu, his children Adriana (Brian), Louise, Katia (Pierre), Piero (Nathalie) and Sandra, his grandchildren Amélie (Nick), Isabelle, Isaac and Olijah. He leaves in mourning as well his family in Italy, his sister Maria, his brothers Gian Franco and Vito, nephews and nieces.

Donations to the West Island Palliative Care Residence would be greatly appreciated.

A commemorative funeral service will be held at a later date.