AMATO, John

Born in Molfetta, Italy
on February 4, 1928.
Passed away in
Adelaide, South Australia
surrounded by his loving family
on October 27, 2020.
In his 93rd year.

Loved and devoted husband of
Gaetana (Nella)(deceased).

Treasured father of twins Mary and Ann
and father-in-law of Emilio and Sam.

Inspiring grandfather of
Belinda and John, Joseph and Charlotte,
Claire and Colin, Joy and Tom, Andrew and Judy,
Shannon and Danielle.

Amazing great grandfather of
Andre, Sebastian, Chloe, Violet, Ivy,
Laura, Rose, Joshua, Sophie, Ellen,
Mathilde, Heath and Asher.

Dad always said we were all marvellous in his sight.

Loving brother of Domenico (deceased)
and brother-in-law of Sabatina Amato.

Thank you for the tender care and friendships of both residents and staff at
St Raphael's Home, Lockleys which is beyond words.

DAD

A harder worker who could find?
And did anyone else have a sharper mind?
We'll never forget that cheeky grin,
when at 92, playing 500 you would win!

There was nothing you couldn't grow,
And you so loved your Western shows.
There was nothing you couldn't fix,
Using a bolt was one of your tricks!

Always so funny and a great dancer,
For every joke you had a smart answer.
Full of humour and fun,
You loved us all - every one.

Starting with just you two,
To 31 souls, your family grew.
The terrible twins, your greatest treasure,
Double trouble, but so much pleasure.
You loved your family so much,
Debt was something never to touch.
Always given to hospitality,
Your home was a central locality
For the whole extended family.

You were mum's greatest helper and friend;
for 65 years - right to the end.
Now reunited with her in the heavenly places,
Enjoy together God's manifold graces.

So grateful for such a wonderful husband, father and man,
Forever thankful Mary, Emilio, Sam and Ann.
 

Dear Nonno,
For every moment shared and for every story said,
you gave us much happiness and wisdom.
"See you later Alligator"
We love you Nonno. We will miss you with all our hearts.


Love Belinda, John, Andre, Sebastian, Chloe. Joseph, Charlotte, Violet, Ivy. Claire, Colin, Laura, Rose, Joshua. Joy, Tom, Sophie, Ellen, Mathilde. Andrew, Judy, Heath, Asher. Shannon, Danielle.