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Lorne Douglas Villani

May 4, 1962 - May 26, 2014

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lorne Villani.

Lorne is survived by his loving parents Don and Rina Villani, his brother Robert (Cindy) Villani and his two precious nephews, Cole and Rylan Villani. A true testament to Lorne’s life is his many close friends whose lives that he touched over his 52 years. Although there are too many to list, he is survived by a special friend, Laurie Norman.

Lorne was born in Powell River on May 4, 1962. Soon after he was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. At that time, the average life span of a child born with CF was five years. This diagnosis never deterred Lorne from living life to its fullest. He loved sports and enjoyed playing soccer, baseball, basketball and later on golf and hockey. Lorne also enjoyed his time up the lake at the family cabin “Twin Joy,” where he was totally at peace with himself and his surroundings.

Even though Lorne had CF, this did not stop him from helping Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation raise funds to help all children diagnosed with this terrible disease. Though he was never comfortable as a spokesperson for CF, Lorne was an integral part of the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Chapter and was recognized in 1996 for his efforts. Through his tireless efforts and those of his family and friends, Powell River was a leading community in Canada in fundraising for research to fight this deadly disease. Because of these fundraising efforts and the research it provided, the average age of a CF patient has been raised from five years to the mid-30s.

In the past two years, Lorne’s health deteriorated which necessitated a double-lung transplant on June 5, 2013. The transplant was successful, but in the end, Lorne succumbed to a virus. He prolonged the inevitable with his strong will to live. Lorne thanks all of you for your never-ending support.

His family would like to thank all of the doctors across Canada who have assisted Lorne and family through this 52-year battle.

Lorne’s strength and zest for life will be missed by all of his family and friends.
 

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From: Dale and Cori Sundberg
Relation: Like a brother to us.

Don and Rina, Rob, Cindy, Cole and Rylan and all the Villani Family. We love Lorne like a brother and miss him, he has left a hole in our life but he will never be forgotten or be very far away. We love you all and thanks for letting us be a part of your lives. Love you Big Shot and we’ll meet again. Dale and Cori.

From: Angela Brevner (Simonetta)
Relation: Relationship - How did you know the deceased?

My condolences to Rob and all the Villani family. I saw Lorne at VGH just a few months back, smiling and happy….a great way to remember him 🙂

From: shelley winters
Relation: friend

Our condolences to Lorne’s family and special friends. Such a Gentleman, such a loss. Our hearts are with you.

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Service Schedule

  Funeral Service

Date & Time:
May 29, 2014
Beginning at 11:00am

Location:
Church of the Assumption
7109 Glacier St.
Powell River, BC Canada V8A1R8

There will be a reception held at the Dwight Hall immediately following the service.

7109 Glacier St.
Powell River, BC Canada V8A1R8

Memorial Gifts

Flowers gratefully declined.  Donations can be made to the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at 573 Nature Park Drive, Campbell River, BC V9W 7Z9.
 

 

 

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