Enrico passed away peacefully at the age of 61 on December 23, 2022. Beloved husband of Rosetta Patafie. Loving father of John-Joseph (Alyssa), Matthew and Maria. Little brother of Joe (Michelle). Dear son-in-law of Giovanni & Franca Falbo and brother-in-law of Franco (Kim) Falbo. Fondly remembered by his niece Jenna (Luca) & nephew Johnathan. Predeceased by his parents Maria and Giuseppe Patafie and by his half-brothers and sisters Frank (Bea), Antonio (Teresa), Carmelo (Christine), Dominic (Dorothy), Nanda (Tony), Vincenzo (Nora), Mary and Mike. Survived by his half-sister Lina (Lionel). He will be greatly missed by his many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Enrico had a heart of gold, never forgot anyone’s birthday, talked to every neighbour and never missed an opportunity to tell his family he loved them. Enrico definitely made the world a better place and will never be replaced.
Family and friends may pay respects in the Sacred Space of Beechwood Funeral and Cemetery 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 from 11 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 1 p.m. Interment to follow.
In Memoriam donations to University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation appreciated.
Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Kelly Funeral Homes (613-235-6712). Condolences and Sharing Memories at www.arbormemorial.ca/en/kelly-somerset
Digital Guestbook
Michael Burke
Renato Buda
My condolences to the Patafie family.
Pina Andrella
Dear Rosetta and family,
Our sincere condolences. May the memories you shared with Enrico always remain close to your heart. Pina and Orlando Andrella
Ray and Aggie Butler
So sorry to you Rosetta,John joe, Matt and Maria for your loss. Ricky was a good man with a big heart and we will all miss him. Condolences from the Butler family.
Angela Ierullo
My condolences and prayers to his loved ones. He is in the living hands of God
Ray and Aggie Butler
Rosetta, John Joe, Matt and Maria our sincere condolences to you all. Our hearts and prayers are with you. Ricky was a good kindhearted man, and we will all miss him
John Deland (neighbour)
Great neighbour, friendly and helpful! Our condolences to the Patafie family. Rest in peace Rico, I’ll miss our chats.
Stephanie Butler
My deepest condolences to the entire family. Rico was a great man and will be greatly missed, may he rest in peace knowing he is loved by all his family and friends.
Franca and Neil Fiset
Rosetta, John-Joseph, Matthew and Maria,
We were heartbroken to hear of the passing of Enrico. His kindness and unique sense of humour will be remembered fondly. May he Rest in Peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May all your happy memories carry you through this difficult time
Tony Zito
Rosetta, John-Joe, Matthew, Maria, and the Patafie and Falbo families,
I'm trying to epitomize the appropriate words to express our condolences to all of you.
But it's been difficult. Losing Enrico so soon, has shocked all of us.
Since meeting Enrico as a teenager, we shared many wonderful memories together.
He had a unique personality that
was driven by his BIG, unselfish heart. If you ever needed Enrico for anything, you needn't ask twice!
He will be sincerely missed.
Tony, Joanna, Vienna, and Matteo Zito ❤️
I will miss you and always remember all the great times we shared thank you for being a kind and benevolent soul.