Obituary of Luigi Scichilone

Surrounded by his loving family it is with great sadness to announce the unexpected, yet peaceful passing of Luigi Scichilone on Friday evening January 30, 2015 which occurred at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Luigi was born on June 4, 1938 in Aragona Sicily and immigrated to Canada with his wife Pierina in 1965 settling in Saint John, NB. He became a Professional Barber and retired in 2007 where he had his place of business on Lansdowne Avenue, which was his passion and pride. He was always grateful to his loyal clients who he considered friends and the opportunity to provide his services to the general public. Luigi enjoyed life, spending time with his loved ones, his tradition of crafting wine and occasional return trip to visit family in Italy. His sense of humour and noble advice will be missed. In addition to his wife Pierina of 52 years, Luigi is survived by his son Michael & wife Mona, son Dino and wife Marla grandchildren Tiah and Torin and son Luigino & wife Wanda. The youngest of six children he was predeceased by his parents, brothers Giovani, Vincenzo, Angelo and sisters Grecheta and Anna who had remained rooted in Sicily. Resting at Castle Funeral Home, 309 Lancaster Ave, Saint John (634-1701). Visitation will be held on Tuesday February 3, 2015 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. & 6:00-8:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place from St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church (50 Clarendon Street) on Wednesday February 4, 2015 at 12:00noon. Interment to will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Sand cove Road. “Lui il nostro migliore amico, il nostro eroe, ma più importante è stato nostro padre”. Donations in Luigi’s memory can be made to the charity of one’s choice.