Obituary of Salvatore Gradanti

Salvatore Gradanti

30 May 1944 – 17 November 2024

It is with deep sadness and love that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Salvatore Gradanti. Our father passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on November 17th, 2024 at the age of 80. He was a beloved husband, father, and Nonno who will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his devoted wife, Santina (nee Dimartino). Children: Carmela (David), and sons Santo (Miguel), Sebastian (Holly) and Alexander (Janice). Four Grandchildren, Joshua (Sarah), Samantha (Aaron) and Brianna (mother Melissa).

He is forever in our hearts and remembered by his siblings Graziela Paglialunga and Corradina Agosta.

He was preceded in death by his father Santo Gradanti and mother, Carmela Gradanti (nee Lorefice).

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the entire team at Regency Long-term Care for the compassionate care and dedication they provided to our father during his time there. Their kindness, professionalism, and attention to his well-being brought us great comfort during a difficult time. We are deeply grateful for the respect and dignity they have showed him, and for the unwavering support they offered to our family.

Thank you for making his final years comfortable, peaceful, and full of care.

Visitation will be held at the De Stefano Funeral Home, 1289 Keith Ross Drive, Oshawa (south side of Taunton Road, east of Thornton Road by the Oshawa Airport) 905-440-3595 on Friday, November 22nd from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm,  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm and Saturday, November 23rd from 10:00 am - 11:00 am. The Funeral Service will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, November 23rd at 11:00 am. Entombment to follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery in Whitby.

All friends and family are welcome to attend.

In lieu of flowers or other gifts, the family kindly requests donations be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

For those unable to attend in person, we invite you to view via Livestream by CLICKING HERE just prior to 11:00 am on Saturday, November 23, 2024.