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
Just heard about Enrico and we are devastated . This man made us laugh and would acknowledge each and everyone at Southbank Dodge. We always looked forward to him dropping in with his great smile and corky jokes. To his wife and children, he talked about you all and was a great man. You were lucky to have him in your lives. We were lucky to have him as a friend and didn't even know he was a customer. We loved him dealy