GERACE, Mario.

GERACE, Mario.Born in Placanica,Prov. Reggio Calabria, Italyon September 19, 1939.Passed away peacefully at Lyell McEwin Hospitalsurrounded by his loving familyon January 18, 2017.Aged 77 years.Dearly beloved and devoted husband of Maria.Much loved and loving father and father-in-law ofAnna and Phillip Rillotta,Angela, and Luigi.Treasured Nonno ofAntonio and Dion. Loved, respected and remembered always by allhis brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-lawnieces, nephews, relatives and friendsin Australia and Overseas.Our sincere thanks to the incredible staff in ICU at Lyell McEwin Hospitalfor their amazing care and dedication. NO LUTTOTo my beautiful husband and love of my life. Our time together has been so special. My heart is filled withendless love for you and with precious and treasured memories. We are blessed with a beautiful family of whichwe can be truly proud. I will miss you so much but the love we shared will be with me now and forever. My love, rest in peace now that you are with God. Your loving wife forever, Maria.We have been blessed with such a special Papa and Nonno. You have taught us how to love unconditionally. You picked us up when we fell, wiped our tears when we cried.Your smile warms our hearts. Your devotion to your familyis inspirational and we will forever be grateful.Our hearts are breaking more than you can imagine. We will love you always and forever. Yours AlwaysAnna, Phillip, Antonio and Dion Rillotta.To my amazing Papa.You are the most awesome Dad anyone could have.I am lucky and blessedto call you Dad.You love me, you guide me, you inspire me and you will always be in my heart.You are safe now in God's Hands and that gives me comfort.Rest in Peace Papa.I Love You.Angela Mia.xxxTo my beautiful beloved Dad. Words can't describe howI'm feeling right now. My heart is truly broken. You have impacted my life in ways you can't imagine. You have always been there for me, through thick and thin.In time your strength, love and courage will help my heart to heal. You will always be in my heart and my thoughts. Love you forever. Your son, Lui.