DEL PAPA , Mario April 18, 1943 - December 30, 2009 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mario Del Papa. Born in Agnone, Italy, he made Calgary his home in 1962 and developed an excellent reputation as a carpenter and craftsman. He was loyal, compassionate and generous. He worked hard all his life to provide for his family and was always there to lend a helping hand. He liked to cook, garden and make wine. Mario made an important contribution to many lives in his own special, simple, quiet way. He nursed his beloved wife Evelyne through her long illness and was predeceased by her in August. Mario is survived by many people who loved him dearly, including his daughter Kristina and her husband Darren Sagan; a son Daniel and grandson Vincent; sisters Dina, Giuseppina, Lucia, and Gemma, and many nieces and nephews. You are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W. Telephone 403-243-8200) today, Wednesday, January 6, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church (4718 Worcester Drive S.W.) on Thursday, January 7, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com . In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to Habitat for Humanity Calgary, 125, 2323 - 32 Avenue N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 6Z3 (Telephone 403-253-9331).