“Mario was a devoted husband and a loving father who always put family first. Even when his duty would keep him far from home for extended periods, his heart always remained with his loved ones. He’d often call and write to make sure his family was taken care of. When he was home, he made every precious moment count. He loved taking Sophie to swim lessons and cherished everyday activities like going on long walks with Sophie and the dogs. Mario was also a beloved member of the community who didn’t hesitate to roll-up his sleeves for volunteer opportunities with Habitat for Humanity and led numerous community cleaning initiatives.”

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