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Salvatore “Sam” Pittui,

SALVATORE “SAM” PITTUI,

2021

With heavy hearts and countless fond memories, we announce the passing of Salvatore at the age of 83 at Teck-Pioneer Residence on Tuesday, August 16, 2016. Predeceased by his parents Francesco and Giuseppina (Sassu) Italy; his brothers Antonio (St-Catherines), Giovanni (Timmins) and a nephew Giacomino Italy.He was born in Silogo on the island of Sardegna, Italy on February 14, 1933. He was very proud of his heritage and shared it with his family by countless stories, songs, dances and poetry. He came to Canada in 1959 and in 1970 made Kirkland Lake his home . He started and was the proud owner of Dino’s Pizzeria for 35 years. Former member of the Knights of Columbus, the  Italo Canadian Club, Kirkland Lake Curling and Golf Clubs.Salvatore is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Aline (Bélanger), his two devoted sons and daughters in law Franco & Pamela and Mario & Elizabeth. He was the cherished Nònno of Gabriella, Eliana, Chiara and Nina. Dear brother of Bruno(Giovanna) and Rita as well as his nephew Frank all of Italy . Sam is also survived by his sisters in law, Marg and Rollande Pittui and Louise (Bélanger) Alix, his brothers in law Raymond Alix and Denis Bélanger. His nieces and nephews Natasha (Pierre), Eric (Karine), Gregory (Annick), Sophie (Emmanuel) have countless memories of drinking their first espresso sitting on his knees. Nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews will have good memories of a dear uncle.Special appreciation to Sam’s many loyal friends for the years of friendship, enjoying golf, curling and coffee together. A very special thank you to the doctors, hospital nurses and most of all to the wonderful and caring staff of Teck Pioneer Residence.C’est avec un immense chagrin que nous vous annonçons le décès de Salvatore à l’âge de 83 ans à la  Résidence Teck Pioneer survenu le mardi 16 août 2016.  Son départ fut précédé par celui de ses parents Francesco et Giuseppina, d’un neveu Giacomino  tous d’Italie ainsi que de ses frères Antonio ( St-Catherines) et Giovanni (Timmins).Né le 14 février 1933, à Siligo en  Sardaigne (Italie), Salvatore a toujours été très fier de son héritage sarde et partageait avec sa famille de nombreux récits, chants, danses et poésies de son île natale. Arrivé au Canada en 1959, c’est en 1970 qu’il fit de Kirkland Lake sa résidence après avoir vécu quelques années à Noranda.
Pendant 35 ans, il fut à la barre de Dino’s Pizzeria, commerce qu’il a fondé. Sam était engagé dans sa communauté : il fut membre des Chevaliers de Colomb, du club Italo-Canadien, du Curling Club et du Golf Club de Kirkland Lake.Il laisse dans le deuil son épouse bien-aimée Aline (Bélanger), ses fils et belles-filles dévoués Franco et Pamela ainsi que Mario et Elizabeth. Il était un amour de Nònno pour ses petites-filles Gabriella, Eliana, Chiara et Nina. Il laisse aussi dans le deuil son cher frère Bruno(Giovanna), sa sœur Rita et son neveu Frank et sa fille Margherita tous d’Italie; ses belles-sœurs Marg et Rollande ainsi que Louise Bélanger-Alix, ses beaux-frères Raymond Alix et Denis Bélanger qui toutes et tous le regretteront infiniment; ses nièces et neveux Natasha (Pierre), Eric (Karine), Gregory(Annick), Sophie (Emmanuel) et leurs enfants ainsi que ses cousines et cousins qui, toutes et tous,  garderont un précieux souvenir de leur cher oncle, grand-oncle et cousin Sam, sans oublier les nombreux amis.La famille tient à adresser ses profonds remerciements aux nombreux et fidèles amis de Sam qui ont partagé de bons moments au golf, au curling ou en prenant un café ou en le
visitant à la résidence TPR. Un merci sincère au personnel soignant (médecins et infirmières) et préposés de l’hôpital de Kirkland Lake. Au personnel et aux infirmières de l’aile Toburn au TPR, un grand merci pour vos nombreuses attentions, vos soins chaleureux et plein de compassions pour Sam.Visitation
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
French Family Funeral Home & Crematorium
Funeral Mass
Wednesday, August 24, 2016
11:00 a.m.
Paroisse Assomption
Luncheon
Paroisse Assomption – Parish Hall
Wednesday, August 24, 2016
Following Funeral Mass
Donations
Kirkland & District Hospital Foundation (145 Government Road East, Kirkland Lake, ON – P2N 3P4) Offer Condolence for the family of Salvatore “Sam” Pittui

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Pittui Family We have had a lot of fun over the years with Sam. Italian hall, Rainbow lake, Golf club, Mike worked for Sam went he first opened his Dino pizza place on Duncan avenue. He always had that great smile and Italian touch. Our Family is thinking of you at this time, BIG HUGG’S The D’Andrea Family

DAndrea Family, March 1, 2021

Dear Aline and family. I’m so very sorry for the loss of your loved one. He was loved by many of us at TPR also. I hope that you know you will be in my heart and prayers always. Your friend Debbie Shephard

Debbie Shephard, March 1, 2021

my sincere condolences to the pittui family, sammy was a warm and kind person, always a pure gentleman at all encounters i had with him.

tom quinton, March 1, 2021

So sorry to hear of Sam’s passing … to my mind he was one of those iconic Kirkland Lakers …

brian bronson, March 1, 2021

To Mrs. Pittui, Mario and Franco. So sad to hear of Sam’s passing. He was truly a kind and classy individual who always made people feel so comfortable in his presence. A trait that he and his most wonderful wife Aline have passed on to his children and grandchildren. Whether simply coming over for a quick hello or sampling some of his great food fare, he always had a smile and kind word for everyone. Sam’s home was one of the most inviting homes to have the privelage of growing up around. He is certainly one of those individuals who will be missed but always in our memories.

Domenic, June, Rachel and Olivia Cecol, March 1, 2021

À ma grande sur Aline, à mes neveux Franco et Mario, à leurs conjointes Pamela et Liz, à mes petites-nièces, Gabriella, Chiara, Éliana et Nina, recevez toute ma compassion suite au décès de Sam (Salvatore)…Dad…Nonno. Quel homme merveilleux avons-nous eu la chance de connaître. De son pays natal, l’Italie (Sardaigne-Siligo), il nous en a fait connaître les us et coutumes, la cuisine italienne et sarde. Il s’est intégré avec facilité à son pays d’adoption et il le remerciait de lui avoir donné épouse, enfants et petits-enfants. Toutes et tous, vous pouvez être fiers de votre Dad, de votre Nonno généreux, affable, toujours accueillant, heureux d’avoir de la visite, souriant, rieur et ayant un faible pour les petits enfants qu’il aimait tellement. Aurevoir Sam et veille sur nous toutes & tous. Tu n’es plus là où tu étais, mais tu es partout là où je suis. ( Victor Hugo)

Denis Bélanger (frère dAline Bélanger-Pittui), March 1, 2021

Mario, Liz and family, Michelle, Patrick, Maxime and I were so sorry to here of your loss. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.

Grant & Michelle Haavaldsrud, March 1, 2021

mes sympathy a tout la famille il etaitun bonne home il va etre manquer my sympathy to the family he was a very good man a hard worker he will be miss rip sam

francine charbonneau, March 1, 2021

Franco Very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your loved ones.

Craig Gagne, March 1, 2021

Mme Pittui, Franco, Pam, Mario and family, My Deepest sympathies to all of you. Wish I could be there to give you all a hug to help you get through this difficult time. This wonderful man has left you in body but rest assured he’s among the angels to help with your broken hearts. He was such a nice man.

Manon Roy, March 1, 2021

Ma chère petite soeur Aline, Franco et Mario, Lors de la perte d’un être très cher, notre peine est immense. Dans ces moments de douleurs profondes, les gens se ressemblent pour soutenir ceux qui restent. La distance rend ma presence impossible, cependant, mes plus sincères condoléances et pensées vous accompagned en ce triste moment.

Monique Bélanger, March 1, 2021

Aline and Family Sincere condolences for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

John and Lina Maille, March 1, 2021

Aline and Family So sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers!

John and Lina Maille, March 1, 2021

Aline and Family My sincere condolences in the loss of your dear Sam. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time of your lives.

Ines Robazza, March 1, 2021

On behalf of my of my entire family, I would like to thank everyone for your kind and heart warming words. You are all in our thoughts.

Franco Pittui, March 1, 2021

À toute la famille, nos plus sincères condoléances. Nous vous gardons dans nos prieres et nos pensées.

Roger et Hélène Dufresne, March 1, 2021

I work at Dino’s in 1983/1984 he was a great boss and a good man, he taught me alot about business, he will surely be missed. I’m soo sorry for your loss

Sue Van Nispen (Smith), March 1, 2021

Our sympathies to the family from Consuela Sirois and Albert Richard (past employees)…He will be missed by many

Consuela, March 1, 2021

À toute la famille. Que de peines dapprendre le départ de Sam et de ne pas pouvoir être là pour lexprimer en personne. Une pensée avec la plus profonde sympathie. Lyne et Luc Desjardins (Témiscaming Québec)

Lyne et Luc Desjardins, March 1, 2021

My condolences!!

Paul Tonkin, March 1, 2021

Mrs Pittui, Franco and Mario, please accept my most sincere condolences on the loss of your husband and father. Sam was a wonderful man who so proud of his family. He was a true gentleman and gentle man.

Donna Hanson, March 1, 2021

Aline, Franco, Mario and the entire Pittui Family, We extend our sincere condolences to you all during this difficult time and trust that Sam is amongst the angels and is well taken care of. I had the distinct pleasure of interacting with Sam on the golf course, the curling rink and culturally as members of the Italo Canadian Club. He raised the bar as a proud member of the Kirkland Lake community and was all about his family, his heritage and he embodied a quiet but fierce competitive spirit that would rear its head in a very sportsmanlike manner. Winning an Ontario Knights of Columbus curling championship in Orillia with Sam is still very vivid in my mind. No matter what hat he was wearing….paisano…team-mate…opponent…businessman, he left you with a special feeling that made the world a better place. Our world just isn’t as great today. God Bless!

Jerry and Liz Robazza and Family, March 1, 2021

My condolences to the family.

richard narduzzi, March 1, 2021

Chère Aline, nous sommes très peinés d’apprendre le décès de Sam. Nous t’offrons, ainsi qu’à tes enfants, nos sincères condoléances! Nous garderons de très beaux souvenirs de Sam. Diane et Daniel Roy

Diane et Daniel Roy, March 1, 2021

Aline and Family, I am saddened to hear of Sam’s passing. I know how you must feel Aline. Kindest Regards, Suzanne

Suzanne Ellies, March 1, 2021

Condolences & God’s love to the Pittui family at this time. Sorry for your loss Franco.

Sgt James McGill, March 1, 2021

Kirkland Lake has lost a pillar of the community and and the angels will be eating great pizza. RIP Sam

Bill & Jo-Ann Glover, March 1, 2021

Chère amie Aline , A toi de même qu’ à ta famille Rolland et moi voulons t’ exprimer nos plus Sincères Condoléances . Le départ d’ un être cher est une grande épreuve pour vous . Nos pensées et nos prières pour chacun de vous.

Rolland & Laurette Trottier, March 1, 2021

Sincères condoléances aux membres de la famille. Sam a touché de façon unique plusieurs gens de notre communauté. Fier de l’avoir connu.

Annie et Normand Mino, March 1, 2021

Nos plus sincères condoléances à toi Aline et à tous les membres de ta famille. Nous avons appris la triste nouvelle via Huguette la soeur de Cécile. Nous conserverons toujours un excellent souvenir de Sam, de sa générosité, de sa courtoisie, de sa joie de vivre et de ses excellentes cerises. Dans cete douloureuse épreuve, Cécile, moi, mon père et tous les membres de notre famille nous vous exprimons toute notre amitié et notre soutien.

Jean et Cécile Petitclerc, March 1, 2021

Chère Aline , En ces moments si tristes nous tenons à te témoigner ainsi qu’a toute ta grande famille notre affection. Puissiez vous trouver du réconfort par tout l’amour qui vous entoure. Nos chaleureuses pensées vous accompagnent et nous vous souhaitons bon courage.

Ronald et Jacinthe Quesnel, March 1, 2021

Sincères condoléances à la famille de Salvatore , à Aline son épouse bien- aimée ,à ses fils Franco et Mario , ses belles-filles et ses petites-filles . Jamais nous ne l’oublierons parce que c’est un homme qui a laissé sa marque autour de lui . Bon courage !

Claude Massicotte et Huguette Joly, March 1, 2021

Aline et famille, Mes plus sincères sympathies ! Mes pensées vous accompagnent dans cette épreuve.

Rita Rheaume, March 1, 2021

Franco and family My deepest condolences for your loss. Thinking of you.

Melissa Barron, March 1, 2021

Aline, Mario and Franco sorry for your loss; he was a very kind and generous man. God bless you all. North

North & Peter Plumb, March 1, 2021

Mme. Pittui, Franco, Pam, Chiara, Eliana, Mario, Liz and family We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Pittui’s passing. He was a kind, generous, a gentlemen in every way. He always treated JP, Leah and I as a huge part of the family. We will always have fond memories of visits at the house (in the wine cellar and cigar room) and for family celebrations. He has had a huge impact on the community and leaves a legacy that will be everlasting. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. We hope that the memories and Sam’s legacy will live in your hearts and carry you through these difficult days. I know your family bond will help in the healing of such loss. Love you Louise, JP and Leah

Louise, JP & Leah Charron, March 1, 2021

Mme. Pittui, Franco, Pam, Chiara, Elinan, Mario, Liz and family We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Pittui’s passing. He was a kind, generous, a gentlemen in every way. He always treated JP, Leah and I as a huge part of the family. We will always have fond memories of visits at the house (in the wine cellar and cigar room) and for family celebrations. He has had a huge impact on the community and leaves a legacy that will be everlasting. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. We hope that the memories and Sam’s legacy will live in your hearts and carry you through these difficult days. I know your family bond will help in the healing of such loss. Love you Louise, JP and Leah

Louise, JP & Leah Charron, March 1, 2021

Oh que dire de Tory? Qu’il était bon, généreux, doux…. et on en laisse car il était tout ce qu’il y a de bon. Il nous manquera, mais il nous lisse avec Aline qui elle personnifie l’union si belle qu’ils ont connue. Vous faisiez un couple remarquable vous deux Aline. Nous avons eu le bonheur de pouvoir te compter parmi nos amis cher Sam. Et ce n’est qu’un au revoir. Sincères condoléances à toi Aline et à ta belle famille. Gordon et Mireille

Mireille et Gordon Krupa, March 1, 2021

Franco, Pam and family, my most sincere condolences to you all. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Nicky

Nicole Desgagnes, March 1, 2021

Franco and the Pittui Family, On behalf of the Kirkland Lake Professional Firefighters Association, we are saddened to hear of the passing of your father and accept our condolences.

KLPFFA, March 1, 2021

Mrs. Pittui, Franco, Mario & families. Please accept our condolences on the passing of Sammy, what an exceptional, extraordinary man, we always had some good talks and laughs whenever we meet and he always made time to say “HI”. An icon of Kirkland Lake that will be truely Missed, keep flipping those pizza’s in heaven and RIP Sam. Steve Fry & Kathy Evans

Steve Fry, March 1, 2021

Aline and family, So many wonderful memories of Sam over the years from the curling/golf club and visits at your home. He always had a wonderful smile, gave a warm hug and a friendly greeting. He was incredibly sweet and generous and he will be missed. My heart is heavy knowing how difficult this will be for you, Mario, Franco and the rest of the family. Sending love, sympathy and prayers. xoxo

Shannon and Ian Blanchfield, March 1, 2021

Sam was a fine Gentleman and will be missed by All who had the pleasure to know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Pittui Family.

Tony and Tracey Antoniazzi, March 1, 2021

Sincerest Condolensces to the Pittui Families! My younger siblings had the pleasure of working for Sam many many yrs ago & they loved & respected him as their employer. Fred & I have done business with Sam also which was always a pleasure. Will miss his sweet smile and his genuine friendship. R.I.P. Sam you will be missed.

Sonia & Fred Lang, March 1, 2021

So sorry for your loss, Sam will be missed by all at the KLGC. He was a real gentleman

Murray Hill, March 1, 2021

Aline and all your dear family. You have so many beautiful memories to cherish. We pray those memories comfort and strengthen you in the days and weeks to come. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Terry and Claire Schonfeldt

Terry and Claire Schonfeldt, March 1, 2021

Chere Aline, Franco, Mario et membres de la famille, Sam et Aline nous ont apporté beaucoup de joies et de beaux souvenirs. Sam sera toujours reconu pour sa gentillesse et sa generosité. Nous pensons a vous tous.

Catherine et Denis Chartrand, March 1, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Sammy was a wonderful man and will be missed.

Brian Stratford and Cori Clement, March 1, 2021

No words can express the sadness we feel tonight learning of Sambo’s passing. So many fond memories to cherish him by….Thinking of you all, at this very sad and difficult time…. RIP our Friend. xo

Rick and Judy Gervais, March 1, 2021

Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers to all the familyand friends. Cherish your memories xo

Brent and Donna McVetty, March 1, 2021

Mrs Pittui.Franco & Mario & Familes, May God Bless Him and keep him for ever! Thinking of you all. Albert,Diane & Abby Charbonneau

DIane Charbonneaueau, March 1, 2021

Franco, Pam and family: We’re so very sorry for your loss. Sam was truly a good man, and will surely be missed!

Lucy, Jessie and Kelsie Howg, March 1, 2021

Nos sincères condoléances Aline et famille.

Louise et Bill McCurdy, March 1, 2021

Mes très sincères condoléances.

Louis Heon, March 1, 2021

Dear Aline , Franco and Mario. So sorry for your loss. I worked for Sam for 3 years over 4o years ago. He was the best . He taught me a lot being just a teenager. Never forgot the rest of the family either. I always looked up to Sam and respected him. Thanks for some of the best years of my life Sam. REST IN PEACE. GILLES & SANDRA LAUZON

Gilles & Sandra Lauzon, March 1, 2021

So sorry to hear this news – I will always remember Sam with a smile on his face – what a wonderful man with a great family RIP????

Rhonda (Riendeau) Camlis, March 1, 2021

So sorry for your loss Aline and family. Sam was a great person. I first met him in 1976 I believe.would look forward to him coming to Tim Hortons with Mr.Zidar.RIP Sam.

Judy lalonde rudd, March 1, 2021

Aline and family so very sorry to hear of Sam’s passing he will be missed by many. Our deepest sympathies . Ron and Joyce Davis

Joyce and Ron davis, March 1, 2021

Very sorry for your loss he was a grand person and a very good boss,he will be thought of in fond ways..

Paulette Desmarais, March 1, 2021

My heartfelt condolences goes out to Family and Friends. Uncle Sam was an honorable man who touched the hearts of everyone he encountered. He will be greatly missed. Rest In Peace Uncle Sam xo Love Kathy Fraser xo

Katherine Fraser, March 1, 2021

Our condolences to you and all the family. I had worked for Sam for a couple of years he was a great man always had that contagious smile. He will be missed by all. From my home to yours our prayers are with you all at this sad time. R.I.P. SAM

TINA GATZ, March 1, 2021

Mes sincères condoléances Aline !

Lise Fraser Merrick, March 1, 2021

Mes sincères condoléances à toi, Aline ainsi qu’aux membres de ta famille. Mes pensées vous accompagnent pendant cette période de deuil. Gros câlins xox

Yvette Roussy, March 1, 2021

My deepest sympathy to the family. I loved Sam, one of a kind. May he RIP.

Micheal Stevanovich, March 1, 2021

We are so sorry Aline for you and your family. ….Sam will be greatly missed by all. Our deepest sympathies……….hugs Sharlene and Andre Lapointe

Sharlene and Andre Lapointe, March 1, 2021

Franco and family, Chris and I are so sad to hear the passing of your father. He was a very sweet man and we are so sorry for your loss. God bless you and yours

donna ackles, March 1, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Take care.

Kim & Michel Moreau, March 1, 2021

My condolences to the entire family. My heart is heavy with this news.

Tom Armstrong, March 1, 2021

Franco, Pam et Mme Pittui Nos condoléances…Nous pensons à vous. Nicole (Dufresne Baker), Rob, Alex et Anna

NIcole Dufresne Baker, March 1, 2021

Aline and Family . Sorry to hear of Sam’s passing he was a wonderful man..My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Barbara Brohm, March 1, 2021

Mes symphathies Aline a toi et ta famille Nos pensee et prieres sont avec vous ,,

Pauline et Jean Maurice Gauthier, March 1, 2021

I was so sorry to hear of Sam’s death – My condolences to the family at this trying time. May he Rest in Peace!

Linda & Marcel Belanger, March 1, 2021

Aline, Matt and I are sorry to hear this.Our condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Delee Danchuk, March 1, 2021

Aline and Family, My deepest condolences on the loss of Sam. He will be long remembered as a very fine gentleman overflowing with kindness. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Sincerely, Joan Butt

Joan Butt, March 1, 2021

So very sorry to hear this news. Sam was such a wonderful gentleman. We are thinking of all of you during this most difficult time.

Janice and Jean Guy Chamaillard, March 1, 2021

Franco, Pam and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We didn’t know your father well but, he always made us smile when he was in shopping. I have heard many stories about him and how kind that he was. You are in our thoughts.

The Pettenuzzos, March 1, 2021