Passed into Eternal Life Monday, May 9, 2016, where he will finally be able to continue his model shipbuilding. He was 79. Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Rose. Dear father of Anne (Jim) Cipriani, Don (Lauri), Rob and Merle (Cherie). Brother to the late Nile. Cherished grandfather of Peter (Stephanie), Tony (Kristin), Jeff, Joe, Shelby, and Jack. Also survived by many relatives and friends. Private family services held.