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VECCHIO, Michael Agostino

August 28, 1945 — March 4, 2026

Michael Agostino Vecchio, born August 28, 1945 in Grimaldi, (Cosenza) Italy, died March 4, 2026 in Kelowna, BC. His spirit will be carried on by his loving children, daughter Connie and son Darrin (Jennifer). Michael was predeceased by his parents Fortunato Vecchio and Concetta (née Pagnotta) Vecchio. Michael is lovingly remembered by his siblings Ralph (Maria), Teresa, Orlando (Carol) and Bert.

Michael had a deep love for music, he enjoyed playing guitar and writing songs. In his younger years Michael was a guitar teacher showing many eager students how to play guitar. He also had an appreciation of nature. He loved spending time outdoors and landscaping his yard. Michael had a natural talent for mathematics and a keen eye for decorating. He practiced feng-shui before many knew what it was. He chose green carpet for his house, he said he felt it made one feel as if they were outside in a park.

Michael was a commercial printer by trade. He began his apprenticeship at the Castlegar News, eventually building his own print shop, Crossroads Printing, in 1974.

He also enjoyed carpentry, taking on any and every odd job to help him fund the building of a family home. He built the house himself and his 22oz Estwing hammer is a treasure.

A Celebration of Life will be held on March 28, 2026 in Castlegar, family and friends are welcome to attend.

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