Obituary for Giovanni Masotti
It is with deep sorrow and love that we mourn the passing of Giovanni Vito Masotti (also known as, Johnny the Good Looking!).
Survived by his beloved wife Marisa, sister Concetta, daughter Diana (Frank) and son Stephen (Lisa). He was adored and loved dearly by his grandchildren, Marco (Marie Anne), Lucas (Katrina), Marina, and Jordan, and great grandchildren Adriana, Matteo, and Cristian. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, and godchildren, and lovingly joining his brothers Francesco, Antonio, Luigi, Vito, and all those that have passed before him.
Giovanni was born in San Vito al Tagliamento, Italy where he met the love of his life, Marisa in 1956. They married and immigrated to Sudbury and began the journey of their lives. Hardworking and passionate, Giovanni contributed in constructing a hospital as well as building residential homes in Trout Lake, Hudson Bay, for the indigenous population. During his retiring years, he focused his energy on creating his biggest accomplishment- the designing and building of “The Fountain of Life”, located at “The Grotto” in Greater Sudbury, Ontario. His inspiration came from envisioning people of all ages coming together to enjoy the beauty of life.
Giovanni always had a smile on his face and a joke on his lips. He enjoyed the simplest and purest things in life- family, good friends, the beauty of nature, great music and a fine glass of wine. He was known for his quick wit, infectious smile, vibrant laughter, kind and compassionate spirit. Giovanni was full of life and truly brightened the lives of those around him. He welcomed anyone into his home with love and open arms. Forever young he was, and forever young he will live through those that will always love him.
Memorial donations may be made in Giovanni Masotti’s name to the Grotto Maintenance Fund.
Memorial donations may be made in Giovanni Masotti’s name to the Grotto Maintenance Fund.
Mailing Address:
Grotto Maintenance Fund
c/o David Sirois
Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie
30 St. Anne Road
Sudbury Ontario
P3C 5E1
705-674-2727
Payment by Visa/Mastercard
Contact David Sirois via email d.sirois@ssmd.ca or by phone 705-923-4436
Need card number, expiration date and security code. Email if they want receipt.
Always need full name and address for tax receipt. This can also be sent by email if provided.
Etransfer
Use the following e-mail grotto@ssmd.ca
In note indicate for Grotto Maintenance fund and full name and address needed for tax receipt.
The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff in the Intensive Care Unit at Health Sciences North for their care and compassion during this difficult time.
Private family funeral Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, 39 Walford Road, Sudbury, on Monday, April 5th, 2021. Cremation at the Park Lawn Crematorium. No public funeral visitation. Arrangements entrusted to the Jackson and Barnard Funeral Home, www.lougheedfuneralhomes.com.
Survived by his beloved wife Marisa, sister Concetta, daughter Diana (Frank) and son Stephen (Lisa). He was adored and loved dearly by his grandchildren, Marco (Marie Anne), Lucas (Katrina), Marina, and Jordan, and great grandchildren Adriana, Matteo, and Cristian. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, and godchildren, and lovingly joining his brothers Francesco, Antonio, Luigi, Vito, and all those that have passed before him.
Giovanni was born in San Vito al Tagliamento, Italy where he met the love of his life, Marisa in 1956. They married and immigrated to Sudbury and began the journey of their lives. Hardworking and passionate, Giovanni contributed in constructing a hospital as well as building residential homes in Trout Lake, Hudson Bay, for the indigenous population. During his retiring years, he focused his energy on creating his biggest accomplishment- the designing and building of “The Fountain of Life”, located at “The Grotto” in Greater Sudbury, Ontario. His inspiration came from envisioning people of all ages coming together to enjoy the beauty of life.
Giovanni always had a smile on his face and a joke on his lips. He enjoyed the simplest and purest things in life- family, good friends, the beauty of nature, great music and a fine glass of wine. He was known for his quick wit, infectious smile, vibrant laughter, kind and compassionate spirit. Giovanni was full of life and truly brightened the lives of those around him. He welcomed anyone into his home with love and open arms. Forever young he was, and forever young he will live through those that will always love him.
Memorial donations may be made in Giovanni Masotti’s name to the Grotto Maintenance Fund.
Memorial donations may be made in Giovanni Masotti’s name to the Grotto Maintenance Fund.
Mailing Address:
Grotto Maintenance Fund
c/o David Sirois
Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie
30 St. Anne Road
Sudbury Ontario
P3C 5E1
705-674-2727
Payment by Visa/Mastercard
Contact David Sirois via email d.sirois@ssmd.ca or by phone 705-923-4436
Need card number, expiration date and security code. Email if they want receipt.
Always need full name and address for tax receipt. This can also be sent by email if provided.
Etransfer
Use the following e-mail grotto@ssmd.ca
In note indicate for Grotto Maintenance fund and full name and address needed for tax receipt.
The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff in the Intensive Care Unit at Health Sciences North for their care and compassion during this difficult time.
Private family funeral Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, 39 Walford Road, Sudbury, on Monday, April 5th, 2021. Cremation at the Park Lawn Crematorium. No public funeral visitation. Arrangements entrusted to the Jackson and Barnard Funeral Home, www.lougheedfuneralhomes.com.