SEVERINO, Alfonso

RIPOSI IN PACESEVERINO, Alfonso.Born in Altavilla Irpina, Prov. Avellino, Italyon April 1, 1930.Passed away peacefullyat the RAH surrounded by his loving familyon August 21, 2015.Aged 85 years.Beloved husband ofMaria (deceased).Dearly loved and loving fatherand father-in-law of Nunzio and Sue,Anna and Frank Colagrossi,Roberto and Gloria,Lina and Mike Kontis,Josie and Joe Prestia.Loved and adored Nonno ofNatalie and Nathan,Matthew and Melissa,Michael and Bronte, Daniel, Donna,Anthony (deceased),Christian, Vincent,Helena, Naomi, Nathan,Jacob and Elise.Loving Bis Nonnoof Samuel.Loving son of Nunzio and Mariannina(both deceased).Loved brother of Antonietta (deceased), Domenico (deceased),Carmine, Mario,and their families.Loved son-in-law ofAngelo and Carmelina Giglio(both deceased).Loved brother-in-law ofPellegrino, Domenico (deceased),Cosimo (deceased)and their families.Alfonso will be loved and remembered always by all hisfamily, relatives and friends in Australia and Italy.Dad, now God has called you to him, our hearts are breaking letting you go. The memory will never be erased of the sound of your voice, your great sense of humour, your love of singing and the unconditional support you gave us. We will love you forever. Nunzio and Sue.Dear Nonno, we feel blessed for all the special times we spent with you and Nonna and your beautiful smile we will carry in our hearts always. We love you,Natalie and Nathan.Nonno, you will be forever in our hearts and never forgotten. We will always treasure the time we spent together. Love Matthew and Melissa.Dear Papa, you were our rock, our inspiration. You loved the simple things in life, always happy singing and dancing - we have so many cherished memories, but most of all you taught us the value of family. You fought so hard to stay, now rest peacefully until we meet again. Forever in our hearts.Love eternally Anna and Frank.Dear Nonno and Bis Nonno, thank you for everything you did for our family. You will live forever in our hearts. Love Michael, Bronte and Samuel.Nonno, you left us with so many beautiful memories. We will never forget your humour and cheerful singing. You were always such a joy to be around. We love you. Rest in peace.Love always Daniel and Donna.To our dearest Dad (Papa), we will miss you, but your spirit is in our hearts forever. We cherish the days we spent together making our vino, and the good times and laughter we shared on the farm. May you rest in peace now with our dear Mum and Anthony. Love you always Roberto and Gloria.Dear Nonno, you meant so much to all of us and we miss you so much but now you are watching us from Heaven. You will always have a special place in our hearts forever and we'll never forget you. Love Christian and Vincent Severino.Dad, you taught us that hard work always pays off and that family, friends, good food, gardening and music were all we would ever need. Our lives have been bountiful because you taught us how to give. You are with Mum and the Angels, now flying free from pain. We will miss you each and everyday.Love forever Lina and Mike.Nonno, we will dearly miss your strong and proud aura and you wonderful singing voice. Your presence lit up the room and you never failed to make us smile. Thank you for all you've done for our family, we will love you eternally. Love Helena, Naomi and Nathan.Caro Papa, you fought so hard and lived life to the full. Thank you for teaching us the true meaning of life - eat, drink and be merry! Despite all you endured, you never missed the opportunity to make all those around you feel happy and loved. Words can never describe the emptiness we feel, but knowing you can now rest in God's loving arms, reunited with Mum, is our comfort. We will miss you always a song in our heart - just as on the day you were gone "O Sole Mio" your sun did shine. Love you forever Josie and Joe.To our dear Nonno, we will miss you dearly, especially your infectious singing at family events, you always got the family laughing and smiling. Your sense of humour never left you even during your last few days in hospital. We appreciate all you taught us and thank you for your love and care. Rest in peace, Forever in our hearts dear Nonno, the "Fonz". Love Jacob and Elise.The family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Ross Carfora, Dr. Richard Yeend, Tim Pearson, Lyn Chan and Amy Wilson, Dr. Andrew Burch and all the staff at the RAH for their care of our beloved Alfonso