God called Raffaele peacefully on February 21, 2017 at the age of 89. He will be held dear in the hearts of his family, relatives, and many friends. Visitations will be held at the Vescio Funeral Home “Toronto Chapel” (2080 Dufferin St., north of Rogers Rd. 416.656.3332) on Friday between 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday February 25, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Matthews Roman Catholic Church (706 Old Weston Road at Rogers Road) Entombment will follow at Beechwood Cemetery. (7241 Jane Street, north of Steeles Ave.)