Neville John Fava
January 30, 1951 - May 28, 2020
Funeral Details: A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date
Neville John Fava was born on January 30, 1951 in Sliema, Malta. He died on May 28, 2020 in Barrie, Ontario due to pancreatic cancer. He was a long-time employee for the City of Brampton and once retired he also worked part-time at HotSpot Auto Parts – both places were like second homes to him. He will be missed tremendously by his children: Colleen, Karen (deceased), Kenny (deceased), Michael and Ashley and grandchildren, Poplar and Arianna, by his two loving brothers Walter and Joseph and two wonderful sisters-in-laws, Donna and Barbara. He also leaves behind nephew, Walter Jr. and nieces, Sherry and Erin and many other family members. Neville was a talented guitarist and poet. Here’s one of his poems:
Don’t look for names in a book for the ones that died before you,
For tomorrow your name may be there.
Be happy with life and embrace it,
Thank all that came before you…
…and remember them in silence.
Untitled, Written by Neville John Fava on March 10, 2016
If you have memories of Neville you’d like to share, please share them on his information page at Peaceful Transition, www.peacefultransition.ca. Memorial donations may be made to the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie - Cancer/Palliative Inpatient Unit. Due to COVID-19, a celebration of Neville’s life will be announced later in the year. This message will be updated once a proper service may be held in his honour.
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Michelle Fortin
Posted on: Friday, June 19, 2020Our condolences Colleen. You made his transition better. Michelle and Patrick
Colleen Fava
Posted on: Saturday, July 4, 2020Thank you xoxo
The Madills
Posted on: Friday, June 19, 2020Dear Colleen, Poplar & family,
We wish to send you our thoughts and prayers as you grieve the loss of your wonderful father. I know from the way Colleeen always spoke of him that he was a very special person who was well loved.
Hugs to all,
Brad, Julia, Sam & Pascale
Colleen Fava
Posted on: Saturday, July 4, 2020Thank you xoxo
Christina Benjamin
Posted on: Friday, June 19, 2020I am so sorry for your loss. I have no words to express how sorry I am but be sure he is with Karen and Kenny
Heaps of love to all of you
Colleen Fava
Posted on: Saturday, July 4, 2020Thank you – I truly hope you are right xoxoxo
Kevin Young
Posted on: Saturday, June 20, 2020Dear Colleen,
My family and I are truly sorry for the loss of your father. We pray for you and your family at such a difficult time. Sending our love and prayers your way.
Colleen Fava
Posted on: Saturday, July 4, 2020Thank you xoxo
Laura McNeilly
Posted on: Saturday, June 20, 2020For Colleen: Thinking of you my Friend, and sending you and your family love. ❤️
Colleen Fava
Posted on: Saturday, July 4, 2020Thank you xoxox
Mitchinson
Posted on: Saturday, June 20, 2020Mason and Madison (Ann &Dave’s grand kids) Neville’s neighbors were always so delighted to see Mr. Neville. He would often bring them little chocolate bars and treats. He was a friendly, soft spoken man that always had a smile whenever he spoke of his family. Thinking of you all at this time. He will be greatly missed.
Colleen Fava
Posted on: Saturday, July 4, 2020Thank you xoxo
Hema Varghese
Posted on: Monday, June 22, 2020Love you always, sweet Colleen. So sorry for your loss…xoxoxoxox
Colleen Fava
Posted on: Saturday, July 4, 2020Thank you xoxo
Mario Abela
Posted on: Tuesday, June 30, 2020To Colleen, and family.
I had the pleasure to meet your wonderful father, and from time to time work with him.
A Man that always valued life, love, and silent.
It was today just visiting my Transit friends I found out.
May God rest him in peace.
Mario and Mary Abela.
Colleen Fava
Posted on: Saturday, July 4, 2020Thank you xoxo