January 17, 2021
It is with sadness the family of Vito Tummillo announce his passing at the age of 83 on Sunday January 17, 2021.
Vito was well known in the community. He belonged to the Knights of Columbus, Italian Men's Society, Rod and Gun Club and the Eagles.
Vito was born in Muro Lucano, Italy and immigrated to Canada in 1963 to marry his wife of 57 years. He pursued many ventures in his career. Vito enjoyed and excelled in bocci, golf and bowling.
He is survived by his loving wife Brigida, Son Joey Tummillo (daughter in law Linda), Daughter Antoinette Della Siega, Grandson Thomas Della Siega, Granddaughters Andrea and Emma Tummillo and Danielle Della Siega, Brothers Donato and Gelsomino Tummillo.
Memorial donations in Vitos memory can be made to the kootenay lake hospital foundation https://klhf.org/wp/giving/donate-klhf/
A funeral mass was held for Vito Friday January 22, 2021 from the Cathedral of Mary Immaculate in Nelson with interment in the Nelson Mausoleum. To leave a personal message of condolence please see the Thompson funeral service website https://www.thompsonfs.ca
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