SCHIRO, Ernesto

7.11.1929 – 22.08.2023

Left peacefully on the next part of his journey with his loving family by his side.

Born in Barile, Potenza Italy.

Dearly loved and ever-loving husband of Teresa for 66 years and the most caring and loving father and father-in-law to Don, Julie, Rosa, Neil, Rocky, Wendy, Maria, and Romeo.

Adored Nonno to Marco, Jessica, Victoria, Steph, Chloe, and Isabella.

Great-grandfather to Luella.

Loving son of Donato and Rosina (both dec).

Loved brother to Carmela (dec), Giulia, Nina and Silvana.

Respected brother-in-law to Ercole (dec), Franco (dec), Sante, Alex (dec) Ida, Ralph (dec) Paul and Lina (dec).

He loved us all so much and we loved him, and will miss him forever.

Heartfelt thanks and appreciation to long-time friend and doctor, Michael McCarthy.

To Wendy, we will be forever indebted to you for your love and care for dad in his final days.

Funeral details in Saturday’s Mercury.