It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mario Douglas Ficarini of Kamloops, on November 23rd, at 47 years of age. He is survived by his loving parents, Carlo and Dorothy Ficarini, and his son, Michael Whaley of Kamloops. Mario is also survived by his brothers Frank Ficarini and Fred Ficarini, and sister Lillianna (Mike) Mathieson; his nephews Brandon and Carlo, nieces Kaitlyn, Jade, Sierra and Adrianna, as well as numbers aunts, uncles and cousins. Mario was predeceased by his sister Carla in 1977, and his paternal and maternal grandparents.

Mario was born in Creston, BC, on August 3, 1969. Shortly after his birth, his family moved to Kamloops where he has resided for the majority of his life. Mario attended school at George Hillard, Happyvale and North Kamloops. Mario was an excellent skater, who played minor hockey as a goalie, as well as soccer. He spent many enjoyable hours playing street hockey.

Mario had an extensive career as a driller and blaster, working in BC, the Yukon and the Northwest Territories. He loved the outdoors: fishing, hunting, camping with his family, friends, and best friend, his dog O.J. Mario was an avid hockey fan who loved the Bruins.

Mario lived life to the fullest, he will be dearly missed by family and friends.

A memorial service will be held at The Salvation Army Church, 344 Poplar Street, on December 5th, at 11:00am.

Condolences may be expressed at www.myalternatives.ca

• Date : 2016-11-23
• Location : Kamloops, B.C.