The family announces with great sorrow his passing in Sudbury, Saturday, January 27, 2018 at the age of 68 years. Beloved husband of Marie-Paule (née Prevost) Vellucci. Son of the late Giovanni and late Gina (née Cerquozzi) Vellucci. Loving father of Nadia Vellucci (Gilbert Falvo) and Sonia Vellucci. Dear brother of Maria Cappella (Franco), Assunta Vellucci (late Antonio Di Mario), Mirella Galluzzi (Francesco), Angelo Vellucci and Italo Vellucci. Cherished grandfather of Adamo and Angelo. Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Although he was living in Canada, part of his heart remained in Italy where all his immediate family still resides. He cherished his grandchildren and was very passionate about soccer. There will be no visitation. Family and friends are invited to the Mass of Christian burial that will be celebrated Monday, February 5, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church, Sudbury. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Canadian Angelman Syndrome Society can be made by cheque or online at www.cooperativefuneralhome.ca.