Vincenzo Fellini and Maria

Vincenzo (Nuccio) Fellini was born on February 18, 1932 in Celano, Italy. Vince married Maria, the love of his life, and they immigrated to Canada in 1964.  For thirty-two years he worked for the Canadian National Railway, followed by the City of Kelowna.

Family members include his sisters, Binetta and Giovanna (Menta), his brother Gaetano and nieces and nephews in Italy. 

Vince was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping with Maria, his friends and of course, little Blackie, their devoted cat. His passion for the outdoors was evident in his very selective choice in equipment, his meticulously organized gear, and his love of telling a hunting or fishing story.

He passed away on April 30th at the age of 83 and is laid to rest at Lakeview Memorial Gardens. Think of Vince whenever you enjoy a day out in nature with the ones you love.

Maria was born on May 6, 1936 in Celano, Italy.  For many years she operated a seamstress shop from her home. Maria loved spending time camping, fishing and exploring the outdoors. She loved her family and her friends.  Maria passed away on May 18, 2011 and is laid to rest in Lakeview Memorial Gardens. 

Family member, Grace (Menta) Boni, recalls: “What I remember best about Vince was his sense of humour.  He was never without a funny story to tell.  An evening with Vince was an evening spent laughing.  He was happiest when he was out in the woods hunting and fishing.  He was lucky that his wife, Maria, enjoyed it as much as he did”.

Don Rampone, KCIC Heritage Committee

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