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
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Amel & Brian Storseth
Sheryl Cheff
Rosetta, I am very sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers during this difficult time.
Barbara and Enzo and the Cefaloni family
To my dear cousin Rosetta, John Joe, Matthew, Maria and Joe and families. We are all so saddened for the sudden loss of Enrico. He was a great husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin and friend with a big heart and always ready to help out. He loved you all. We will miss him and hold on to the memories. Thinking of you and may god give you strength. RIP Enrico ❤️?
Andrea Turano & Family
My deepest condolences to the Patafie family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Julie Rainville
Rosetta, I’m so sorry to hear of your family’s loss! My sincere condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Carmelina Salvatore
My sincere condolences for your loss.
Prayers to you during this difficult time.
RIP Rico
Sonia & Mike Tannis
Dearest Rosetta, John-Joseph, Matthew & Maria,
We were saddened to hear of Rico’s sudden passing. Our heartfelt condolences to you all. Sending you our love during this difficult time. May he rest in eternal peace.
Love Sunny & Mike
Sergio Pagliarello
Sincerest condolences to the family. May he rest in peace.
Rosemary Costanzo & family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief xo
Gary & Alison Shaker
Dear Rosetta, John-Joseph, Matthew and Mario, our deepest sympathy on Rico’s sudden passing.
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad and difficult time.
Love,
Gary & Alison and family
Dear Rosetta and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Rico will be missed by everyone who knew him! I personally will miss seeing him on his bike blasting his music, making everyone who passes him smile. Sending prayers and love to you all. May God give you strength and patience.