ZARDO, Antonio Luigi “Tony”

Antonio passed away peacefully in Guelph on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 in his 89th year.

Beloved husband of Aurelia (nee Frasson) for 63 years. Aurelia and Antonio had a very loving and faithful relationship. Aurelia will very much miss the love of her life.

Loving father of John (Joanne), Diana (Louis), and Anita (Ray).

Cherished grandfather of Natasha (Zardo) Metzger (Steve), Tayzia Collesso (Branden), Thalia Dotto (Jemol).

Cherished great grandfather to Calvin and Myles Metzger.

Survived by Brother Giocondo Zardo (Apollonia) from Guelph, brother Guerrino Zardo, sister Maria Milani (Fiorenzo). Sisters in law Antonietta and Bruneta Zardo from Italy. Sister-in-law Claudia Roncato from Guelph. Sisters in law Antonia Frasson and Franca Volpato (Bruno) from Italy.

Predeceased by his parents Amalia and Giovanni. Brothers Francesco Zardo, Umberto Zardo, Lorenzo Zardo (Bruna) and Mario Zardo from Italy. Brother-in-law Bertillo Roncato from Guelph. Brothers in law Innocente Frasson and Luigi Frasson (Regina) from Italy. Grandchild Dylan Dotto.

Survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and friends in Canada and Italy.

Antonio had a very strong Roman Catholic Faith and led by example. Antonio had a very positive outlook on things in life and shared his smile with all. He loved his time singing in Choirs at his church and in choirs from the Italian Community. He was a lifetime member of the Italian Canadian Club of Guelph. Dad had a hobby farm with several gardens that kept him busy, but he always found time for long walks in nature with his handmade walking stick by his side. He was equally proud of his new country Canada as well as his Italian heritage. Dad will always be known to his family as a storyteller.

Special thanks to Dr. Lo Stracco, Lidia, Dr. Spadafora and staff at Lapointe Fisher Nursing Home for the care and compassion showed to our father.

Resting at the Gilbert MacIntyre and Son Funeral Home, Dublin Chapel, 252 Dublin Street, North, Guelph for visitation on Thursday, June 9, 2022 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at St. John’s Church, 45 Victoria Road North, Guelph on Friday, June 10, 2022 at 11 a.m. Entombment at Our Lady Immaculate Mausoleum, Marymount Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations to Huntington’s Society of Canada or Saint Antony of Padua Mission Aid or one’s charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. Online donations and condolences can be made at www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com. Please respect current Covid-19 regulations at all venues.