Surrounded by love, Emidio Giachini passed away peacefully at Cortellucci Hospital in Vaughan on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 in his 89th year.
Emidio was born in Capo il Colle, Ascoli Piceno, Italy on May 14th, 1938, son of the late Pietro and the late Maria (Tosti) Giachini.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Vincenza Giachini (nee Viresi).
He was predeceased by his brothers, Anthony (Luciana De Angelis), Ricardo (Maria Pignoloni), and Natale (Giuseppina Iozzi) and is survived by his sister Vincenza Giachini (Luciano Alfonsi). He was also predeceased by his adored niece, Vittoria Viresi.
Emidio was the cherished Father of Mario Giachini (Mara Rossi) of Bolton, Rita Giachini of Burlington and Carmine Giachini (Franca Aricci) of Richmond Hill and the dearly loved grandfather of Ricar Giachini, Alexia Giachini (Juan), Mattea Giachini, and Stefano Giachini and great grandfather of Natalia.
He will be fondly remembered by brother-in-law and sister-in-law Paolo and Maria Viresi and special family friend Nancy Douglas, as well as by several nieces and nephews in Italy.
Emidio immigrated to Canada in 1962 with his wife and first child Mario. His daughter Rita was born 3 months later. He was blessed with a second son Carmine a few years thereafter. He spent most of his working life at Dominion Bridge, where he was responsible for forming metal in the steel and iron shop. He would proudly tell everyone that his signature was etched in the steel at Canada’s Wonderland, The SkyDome and Burlington Bridge.
Emidio loved life. He was an excellent Bocce player and was known as “il Re”, the Bocce King, and was even recognized by the Confederation Bouliste Internationale in 1994 when he travelled to compete internationally. He also played a great game of Briscola and won so many card games and bocce tournaments that it became difficult to find anyone willing to play against him. Nonetheless, he made many life-long friends at the Club. He also enjoyed the great outdoors and getting up early in the morning to go hunting and fishing. But by far his greatest love of all was for his family. His children were his pride and joy. After a long work day, he would spend hours playing with them or taking them to the park. And after his own children were grown, he felt blessed to do it all over again with his four much loved grandchildren…trips to the park, the Dollar Store and Dairy Queen were regular activities. Having all generations of his family gathered around the kitchen table were his happiest moments. There was always music, dancing, laughter and so much delicious food prepared by his beautiful wife Vincenza, and then came that twinkle in his eye when he asked if it was time for him to make the espresso. He never stopped loving, celebrating and encouraging his family.
Emidio’s memory will be cherished by all who knew him and forever in the hearts of his family.
Family will receive friends at a Celebration of Life at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton on Thursday, September 24th, 2026 from 1pm to 3pm. Words of remembrance will be shared at 1:30 pm., followed by lunch.
Cremation has already taken place.
Giachini Benito’s family.
Vi siamo vicini in questo momento difficile.
Ricordiamo ancora con grande affetto la nostra visita di 4 anni fa, è stato molto bello poterlo rivedere e rivedere la famiglia tutta riunita per la nostra visita in Canada.
Vi siamo vicini con il cuore nonostante la distanza, un abbraccio caloroso a tutti voi.
Ciao Zio Emidio, dalla tua Italia.
da:
Benito, Francesca, Samantha e Mattia.
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We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
We still fondly remember our visit four years ago; it was wonderful to see him again and to see the whole family gathered together during our trip to Canada.
We are with you in spirit despite the distance; sending a warm embrace to you all.
Goodbye, Zio Emidio, dalla tua Italia.
From:
Benito, Francesca, Samantha and Mattia.
Maria Cianchetti
Our deepest condolences to the entire Giachini family.
Carmen, may the memories you have of your dad carry you through this difficult time. He will always and forever be in your heart.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Condolences, Maria & Paul Cianchetti
Adina Berns
My deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father. May the love and memories you shared bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Thinking of you and your family sending you love, strength, and the biggest hug.
Wishing you peace, and comfort in the days ahead.
With much love Adina and Shawn Berns
Diana Diamanti
Dear Carmine, Franca and the entire Giachini family,
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your beloved father. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this very difficult time. May the wonderful memories you shared with him bring you comfort and strength in the days ahead.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your family. May he rest in eternal peace. Diana Diamanti
Paula
Dear Carmine, Franca and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I pray God keep you all strong at this time. Ava and myself will keep you all in our prayers. May he RIP
Alfredo Lori
Sincere condolences, our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.
Alfredo Lori and family.
Celeste, Enzo, Elisa, Anselmo and Steven Rossi.
Our most sincerest condolences to the Giachini family & relatives & friends. A very friendly and kind, dear man loved by so many people. God Bless You All.
Brenda Owen
Rita, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Take care.
Deb and David Caspick and Brenda Owen
LAURA COCUZZI
Dearest Mario, Mara and Family,
My heart and thoughts go out to you all on the passing of Emidio.
Much peace and love over the coming days and remembering all the beautiful memories together.
Laura Cocuzzi
Cora Gentile
To the entire Giachini family, Sincere Condolences . Love Cora & Vivian Gentile & Family. Sending Love ❤️❤️
kathleen kitching
Rita, Nancy and family,
Please accept our condolences.
With deepest sympathies, Kathleen
Silvia Aricci
Our deepest condolences! Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time! May he rest in peace!
Silvia Aricci and Richard Mireno -Family
Vasiljević family
Rita, Nancy and family,
Please accept our condolences. May Emidio’s memory be eternal. Sending you our loves and prayers during this difficult time. May all the wonderful memories with him bring you peace and comfort.
With love,
Branko and Milica Vasiljević
Rasmussen/Wykes
Rita
May the lifetime of fond memories of your dad bring warmth to your soul. We are keeping
you and your family in our thoughts and hearts during this difficult time.
Love and friendship always.
Ras and Marilynn
Annu
My sincere condolences to the family. Wishing you all comfort and strength during this difficult time. May his memory always be a blessing. ️
Baljinder
Rita, I’m so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. May you find strength and comfort in the memories you shared with your loving father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God always bless you and your family
Claudia Aletto
Dear Carmine, Franca and Family,
My sincere condolences on the loss your father, father in law, nonno and great grandfather.
May you all cherish the beautiful time you had together & cherish the memories you made together.
You will all be in my thoughts and prayers ❤️
May he rest in eternal peace.
Love,
Claudia Aletto