Francesco Luigi Verardi
Suddenly but peacefully, Frank Verardi passed away at the age of 67 years at his home in Tottenham on Monday, July 13, 2026. Frank remains the Beloved Husband of Julie Lynn Verardi (née Nadrofsky) and will be remembered by his children: Christopher Verardi and Jennifer Verardi; and stepchildren: Jay Totten, Jeff Totten, Brandon Landry (Kirstin), Ashley Landry (Kevin); his grandchildren: Spencer, Kyle, Evan, Kaden, Andrew, Jace, Shaylin, Zak, Aliviah, Aryka, Maddy-Lynn and Bryson; his great-granddaughter, Ashlyn; his brother Louie Verardi (Deanna) and his sister, Roseanne Cool; his parents-in-law, Arline Fawcett and the late Robert Nadrofsky; his sisters- and brothers-in-law: Penny Ronyson (Greg), Rhonda Nelson (Earl), Michele Reichenbach (Hans), Dean Fawcett (Tina), Bill Nadrofsky (Yvonne), Jamie Nadrofsky (Karen) and Shane McClure; his nieces and nephews: Cassandra McCabe (Morgan), Hillary Molinaro (Robert), Thomas Cool, Emily Cool, Adam Cool and Elizabeth Cool; his godchildren: Stephanie, Cassandra, Thomas and Elizabeth; as well as innumerable other relatives and friends. Frank remains in the hearts of his very large and extended family as a loved and cherished brother, uncle, Nono, nephew, cousin and honoured friend.
Frank was born in Timmins, ON where he remained for many happy years and worked as an instrumentation technician for Kidd Creek Mine.
In 1992, he graduated as an Electronics Engineering Technologist and in 1996, graduated from Lakehead University as an Electrical Engineer. In 2012, Frank celebrated twenty-five years as a member of The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists and continued to work as a Professional Engineer until his death.
In Tottenham, he made a beautiful home with his beloved wife, Julie, and together they chased countless adventures from fly-fishing in Eastern Canada to sunset road-trips; never with a map, often without a plan and always finding something beautiful on the way. Retired as the President of Verardi Automation Technology Inc., his days were filled with his mischievous enthusiasm, pulling one more laugh from his family and friends, perfecting the set-up for his HAM radio, stubbornly cheering on the Leafs and fly-fishing. He belonged to the Upper Credit Trout Club and was a member for many years with the Glenn Haffy Fly Fishing Club.
Everything Frank did, he stepped into with his full heart and his love for his family and his friends was without end. His stories and jokes, his spontaneity and humour, and his gentle heart will never be forgotten. He has been reunited with his parents, Giovanni Verardi and Mary Stella Verardi (née Clausi), and is, without a doubt, casting a fly in heaven.
To honour Frank, his family would be grateful for memorial donations made to the Sunnybrook Health Science Center. Please choose ‘other’ in the designation menu and indicate ‘Cochlear Implant Program – Frank Verardi’ to ensure memorial donations are directed appropriately.
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday July 20, 2026 at 11:00am at St. James Catholic Church (2118 Adjala-Tecumseth Townline, Colgan L0G1W0), followed by interment at St. James Cemetery, Colgan.
For those who wish, online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Service
Memorial Funeral Mass
St. James Church
2118 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, Colgan Ontario L0G1W0
Monday July 20, 2026
11:00am
Ross & Hilary Clausi says
Sending you our deepest condolences and lots of love during this difficult time
Candice Brewer says
Aunt Julie we are so sorry for your loss. Uncle Frank was such a kind soul and he will be dearly missed. Sending our hugs, love and prayers to you all. All our love Candice, Mike, Jackson, Issac and Ethan
Danille Frias says
Aunt Julie, we are so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of uncle Frank. He was always so kind and heartfelt when he spoke. We are thinking of you and the family. Sending all our love, prayers and hugs in hopes it can provide some warmth. All our love, Danille and Rob Frias.
Nick and Sophie says
Sending our love and condolences to you Julie and to your families. Frank was constantly at the ready with a cheeky grin, always checking in and keeping an eye out for us. We feel so lucky to have lived next to you two for all of these years – we’re already missing our “neighbourhood Dad.”
Nella and Vince Fera says
Julie, Louie, Roseanne and family,
We are deeply saddened to learn of Frank’s sudden passing. He was always cheerful and will be fondly remembered. Deepest condolences to you all during this difficult time.
Aliviah mulligan says
nono was a vey kind, sweet, caring and happy soul. He was always filled with sunshine and joy. You would know when he was at youre house when you’d hear his voice say ” where are mine and bupas hugs” i wish i could hug him one last time. he loved fishing, the Toronto maple leaves and most of all his family. He made the world brighter and would light up a room he was full of love and made sure he knew everyone was loved my deep condolences for his other family, friends and my beautiful bupa who always stuck by his side through everything I love you so much nono and you will be missed. Rest in peace in you new beautiful home
Brian Jones says
Fond memories of Frank during his Timmins days, getting his part time electronics business going. Smart and passionate and such a great sense of humour. RIP
Tony says
My deepest condolences to Julie and the Verardi family!
Anthony Verardi and family says
Our prayers and deepest condolences are with all of our cousins, and extended families. We are heartbroken for the sudden loss. Frank was a light in every room and brought joy and love with him. He will be missed greatly. The mold was broken when God made him, and he has been called home, far too soon.
May God bless you all, we love you forever Frank ❤️
sandra verardi osmak says
Julie , we are sending so much love and strength to you as well as Louie, Deanna and Roseanne. Frank was a true gem, always warm and welcoming, and of course always ready with a witty quip. He will be so missed.
Love from Sandra and family
David, Lynn & Family says
Julie, heartfelt condolences and prayers that sharing cherished memories about Frank and love from family and friends will help see you through the darkest days.
Mark Landstrom says
My condolences to the family. I worked with Frank at Kidd Creek.
Lorie Palombo says
Julie, Louie, Roseanne and families, my deepest sympathy on the loss of our dear cousin Frankie. Sending you all my love, strength, and prayers. May your beautiful memories of him bring comfort and peace to your hearts, he will truly be missed. Lorie Caruso
George and Anna Verardi says
We are saddened to hear about the passing of Frank our cousin .Our heartfelt condolences to the family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the love and support of those around you, and may the memories you shared bring you peace in the days ahead .
Stephanie Verardi-Fletcher says
I am so sorry for your unimaginable loss, Julie, Louie, Roseanne, and Deanna. My heart is broken. Frank was so full of life, with a big heart, quick wit and sense of humour. I can still see the glint in his eye and mischievous smirk as he waited for you to pick up on his latest joke. I will cherish the memories of time spent in Timmins and visits over the years. He would do anything for his family and I always felt his love. I will miss you dearly cousin and beloved godfather.
Love and strength to you all.
Stephanie and family
Lia Butti says
Julie, Louie, Roseanne and families. Our deepest and heartfelt condolences at the passing of cousin, Frank. I fondly remember the days when Zii Giovanni & Maria, Frank, Louie, and Roseanne would come for visits to North Bay…such great fun! (We even made it up to Timmins a couple of times) We reconnected a couple of years ago at my dad’s funeral and all those great memories came back. We will miss him.
Lia & Mike Butti and Family
Heather and Ian Hacock says
Frank, my neighbour and driveway-shovelling buddy, you will be deeply missed. It has been a privilege to know you, and your kindness and friendship meant more than you probably realized.
Julie, please accept our deepest condolences. We hope you find comfort and peace in knowing that Frank touched the hearts of so many people and was loved by many. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Christine Bellini says
Roseanne and Louie I am so sorry you lost your brother Frank. Always remember him when I was a kid he had a huge grin on his face just like his dad. Over the years I have enjoyed seeing photos of your family gatherings on Facebook. The Verardis were like family to the Bellinis when we were all young.
Stephanie and family says
I am so sorry for this unimaginable loss, Julie, Louie, Deanna, and Roseanne. Frank was so full of life and always ready to ‘get you’ with his quick wit and humour. I can still see the glint in his eye and playful smirk waiting for you to pick up on his jokes. I will cherish all my fond memories of time spent in Timmons and visits over the years. I will miss him terribly. Rest easy dear cousin and godfather.❤️
Love and strength to you all.
Barbara Tanner-Billings says
Julie my heart is heavy and very aware of what your going through huge hugz luv u girlfriend
Barb Billings
Ann Marie and Neil Chalmers says
Our thoughts and prayers are with Frank’s family and friends. I am happy to have had the chance to catch up with him earlier this year and will cherish fond memories of him. Julie and family cherish all your wonderful memories of years with Frank!!! God Bless Frank!!
Dean Fawcett says
Sending you our deepest sympathies and condolences Julie. ( my Big sister ). Anybody that had the Privilege to have known Frank is aware that the world has lost a very special , kind and loving Man. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered. Tina and myself appreciate that we had the chance to spend a few days with him on one of his and Julie’s adventures to the EastCoast  not so long ago. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you Julie and also to the rest of the Verardi Family. .
Carla Del Giudice says
My heartfelt condolences on the passing of my cousin Frank. He always had a smile on his face and a special gift for making everyone laugh. Our family was so big, but whenever we got together, it felt like we had never been apart. Those memories of laughter, love, and togetherness are something I’ll always cherish. Rest in peace, Frank. You will be deeply missed and forever remembered. ❤️ Your cousin Carla & Ivan
Eugene Conrad says
Oh Frank you will be missed. Sorry we never had a chance to go fishing together. Rest well, buddy. I know you’ll be with us on our next fishing trip.
Michele & Hans Reichenbach says
Our deepest sympathy and condolence, Frank will be truly missed. We will always remember him as honest, hardworking and forthright . We always enjoyed his sense of humor. ❤️
Willy Fera says
Julie, Louie, Roseanne and families:
I am deeply saddened at the loss of my best friend Frank. Our friendship started at a very young age and I don’t ever remember a day that we didn’t hang out together when he was living and working in Timmins. We had lots of amazing fun times and of course our crazy wild adventures that always lead to some sort of injury or disaster. I will always cherish the amazing time we spent together throughout our lives. Now I can’t imagine my life without him in it. I miss my buddy Frank and I will certainly miss our calls that we had several times a week, and meeting up with him and Julie . Julie, Louie and Roseanne, I am certain that your lives are greatly affected by Frank’s passing. Chris and I are sending all our love and hugs to you and your family as you navigate through this most difficult time.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Willy and Chris.
Vince Patitucci says
We are so sorry for your loss. Our condolences to the family. I worked along side Frank at Kidd as an Instrument Tech and he took me under his wing and taught me a lot, something I will always be grateful for. He was a great guy to work with, and a good friend.
Samantha, Alex, Oliver, and Scarlet says
We always loved seeing Frank outside and having a chat. He will be missed by all of us, especially the kids. Our sincerest condolences to Julie and her family.
Adele Verardi says
My cousin Frank was the first and oldest of a long line of Verardi cousins remembering going to Timmins to visit my Uncle John and Aunt Mary and our cousins Frank ,Louie and Roseanne. Many cherished and unforgettable memories . He will be missed XOXO Adele, Linda and their families.
Nina and John Gnap says
Louie, Deanna and family, we are so sorry to just hear this.
Sending much love and sincere condolences to all of you.
Nina, John Gnap and family
Rosemary Collison says
Beautiful obituary. Honours Frank perfectly. My thoughts and prayers are with you Julie and family. My sincerest sympathies for your loss. Much too soon. (Rose Willy’s sister)