Obituary of Nello Modolo

Passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026 surrounded by the love of his life Mirella (Cocchetto) with whom he shared 56 years of marriage and family. Born in Azzano X, Italy, on April 21st 1942.

Reunited with his parents Giovanni and Anna, and older brother Ferruccio. Brother-in-law to Alba Modolo.

He will be sadly missed by his sister Maria Teresa (the late Pietro Cusinato). Predeceased by his in-laws Augusto and Augusta Cocchetto.

Brother-in-law to the late Clara, the late Giuseppe and late Carla Marcon, the late Bruno and late Lia Cocchetto, late Luigi and Delini Cocchetto, the late Giuseppe and Ida Cocchetto, Aldina and the late Bruno Cusinato, the late Carlo, Giancarlo and Eleanor Cocchetto, the late Franco and Luciana Cocchetto, and Loredana and John Naccarato.

Forever loved by many nephews, nieces, friends, and neighbours.

Nello was an avid reader with a great love of history, a master carpenter by trade, and a member of the Fogolar Furlan Club and the Fogolar Tug of War Team. He loved hockey and soccer, his favourite teams being the Chicago Blackhawks and Juventus.

Mirella would like to thank Dr. Kaczmarek, Dr. Youssef, Dr. Nassar, and Dr. Anchan for all their assistance and care for Nello. Thank you also to Dr. Hatam and the nurses at the hospital for making his passing peaceful.

Family and friends will be received at Windsor Chapel - South Chapel (3048 Dougall Ave, 519-253-7236) on Friday April 3rd 2026 from 3pm-7pm, with prayers at 4pm. Visitation will continue the following morning, Saturday April 4th 2026 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church (804 Grand Marais Rd. E) from 9:30am until the Liturgy of the Word begins at 10:00am. Entombment to follow at Heavenly Rest Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Windsor Regional Hospital - Cancer Centre or a charity of your choice. Cherished memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com