Nicola D'Uva
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| Born | 1919-11-02 Castelpetroso, Campobasso, Italy |
| Died | 2014-10-11 Thunder Bay, Ontario |
| Occupation | railway worker |
| Employer | CPR |
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Nicola D'Uva (2 November 1919 – 11 October 2014 (aged 94)) was an Italian-born railway worker for the CPR and decorated veteran who lived in Fort William and Thunder Bay.[1][2]
Life and family
Nicola D'Uva was born in Castelpetroso, Campobasso, Italy, to parents Rosa Palumbo and Giovani D'Uva. Before the Second World War, he worked in Switzerland. He joined the Italian Royal Army at age 19 and served for seven years, including time as a prisoner of war. He saw combat in North Africa as a Corporal and was later recognized with the War Cross of Service.[1]
In 1948, he married Angelina Giancola in Italy, where they initially worked as farmers. Seeking better opportunities, he moved his family to Canada in 1960 and settled in Fort William. He was employed by the CPR for 40 years, working on the rails until his retirement at age 65. In his private life, he was an avid gardener known for his tomatoes and a winemaker. He was also a talented singer with a baritone voice who enjoyed opera.[1]
He was survived by his wife Angelina, his daughters Julie and Maria, and his son Dom. His family included sons-in-law Jim and Keith, and daughter-in-law Rosi. He left behind grandchildren Jennifer, Rebekah, Sasha, Hannah, Sophia, Josh, and Nicholas, as well as grandson-in-law Jon and great-grandchild Baby Tay. He was predeceased by his son Tony, his brother Liberato, and his sisters Gilda and Filomena.[1]
Nicola D'Uva died on October 11, 2014, at Hogarth Riverview Manor in Thunder Bay. A funeral mass was held at St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church on October 16, 2014, with Father James Panikulam officiating. Entombment followed at Sunset Memorial Gardens.[1]
Obituary notes
He was the father of Domenic D'Uva.[3]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Obituary for Nicola D'Uva, Everest of Thunder Bay, 2014-10-14, via everestofthunderbay.com. Archived copy on datum.locker.
- ↑ The Chronicle-Journal, 14 October 2014, p. 10(B)
- ↑ Obituary for Domenic D'Uva, Everest of Thunder Bay, 2024-12-24, via everestofthunderbay.com. Archived copy on datum.locker.