FARRUGIA, Joseph Carmel -
July 23, 1933 – March 10, 2023
Passed away peacefully, with family by his side, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Toronto, at the age of 89.
Joseph was born in Zebbug, Gozo, Malta, and immigrated to Toronto in 1953.
Loving husband to Mary Farrugia (née Saliba) for 66 years.
Caring father to Gerry, Carmen (Tony), Paul (Julie), Frank, Anthony (Cathy) and Alfred.
Loving Nannu to Peter, Paul (Nancy), Kevin (Liz), Katie, Luke, Emily, Christopher, Patrick, and Jacqueline. Great-grandfather to Victoria.
Caring brother to Grace, Krispin, Mary, and the late Anthony. Joseph enjoyed his hobbies of woodworking and gardening. His children and grandchildren will always remember him from the furniture projects that they still cherish.
He enjoyed travelling on religious pilgrimages to Europe and the Holy Land. Joseph was a saint marching to Heaven in his quiet way, while doing all he could for his beloved faith and family.
Visitation will be held at Lynett Funeral Home, 3299 Dundas Street West, Toronto, on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, from 6 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Paul the Apostle Parish, 3224 Dundas Street West, Toronto, on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at 9:15 a.m. Burial to follow.
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