God called Jose peacefully on May 16, 2017 at the age of 79. He will be held dear in the hearts of his family, relatives, and many friends. Visitation will be held at the Vescio Funeral Home “Toronto Chapel” (2080 Dufferin St., north of Rogers Rd. 416.656.3332) on Thursday from 6-9 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday May 19th, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Matthew’s Roman Catholic Church (706 Old Weston Road, Toronto). Interment to follow at Beechwood Cemetery (7241 Jane Street, Vaughan). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation or Lung Cancer Canada.