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Joseph (Joey) Colafranceschi

October 13, 1961 — July 9, 2020

Joseph (Joey) Colafranceschi

After a brave 2 year battle with lung cancer, our dear brother Joseph has sadly ended his fight and is joining our father Armando, brother David and Uncle Tony on a new long and winding flight path, where they can soar.

Joey will be remembered for his sharp wit, great sense of style and generous heart. We have all been touched by Joey's sense of dry humour which left most of us smiling and laughing in his presence.

A dedicated son, uncle and partner, Joey is loved by all who have been lucky enough to have known him. His partner Nirav, mother Silvana, brothers Michael and Donald, nieces Amanda, Michele and Josephine, nephews Matthew and James, will have a new star in the sky smiling at them.

Joey was a loyal friend and a dedicated leader at the City of Toronto's transportation department where he considered his colleagues to be friends.

We will all miss Joey...

In lieu of flowers, the family asks you donate to his partner's Ride to Conquer Cancer fundraising page dedicated to Joey and his brave fight at: http://www.conquercancer.ca/goto/niravpatel

Nirav Patel
I joined The Ride because devoting a day to cycling is one small way I can make a big difference for cancer patients here in Toronto at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and around the world.
www.conquercancer.ca
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Visitation

Monday, July 13, 2020

2:00 - 4:00 pm (Eastern time)

Ward Funeral Home, "Woodbridge Chapel"

4671 Highway 7, Vaughan, ON L4L 1S6



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In accordance with the directives provided from the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, funeral services may be held within the funeral home with 30 % capacity of visitations rooms and the onsite chapel. Funeral Services may also be held at a place of worship with the same 30% capacity mandate. To allow your extended family and friends to offer their condolences, our spacious rooms and chapels continue to allow for social distancing requirements. Please RSVP at the link provided above.

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Second Visitation

Monday, July 13, 2020

7:00 - 9:00 pm (Eastern time)

Ward Funeral Home, "Woodbridge Chapel"

4671 Highway 7, Vaughan, ON L4L 1S6



Please Click on " Photos and Video", then " Join Webcast" to view Mr. Colafranceschi's visitation.
In accordance with the directives provided from the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, funeral services may be held within the funeral home with 30 % capacity of visitations rooms and the onsite chapel. Funeral Services may also be held at a place of worship with the same 30% capacity mandate. To allow your extended family and friends to offer their condolences, our spacious rooms and chapels continue to allow for social distancing requirements. Please RSVP at the link provided above.

Wearing of masks, or face coverings, by everyone is mandatory as per the directives of the Bereavement Authority. This includes ALL staff and attendees. Masks will be provided to those guests who may not have their own.

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