DOMENICO (DON) ISERNIA

DOMENICO (DON) ISERNIA (October 17, 1933 – August 12, 2024) Please join us in celebrating the life of our father, Domenico (Don) Isernia, who passed away in Medicine Hat early Monday morning, August 12th, at the age of 90 years.
He was born in Naples, Italy, and at 19, he immigrated to Canada with his skills as a shoemaker. He owned and operated Don’s Shoe Repair in Medicine Hat for 35 years. In his younger years, Don was an avid soccer player, birdkeeper, hunter, fisherman, and dog owner. In his later years, he enjoyed golfing, running, gardening, wine-making, and attending dances at the German Harmony Club in Redcliff.
Domenico is survived by his younger sister, Maria Iuvino of Venice, Italy, and her family; his two children, Franco Isernia and Marina Phillips; Franco’s wife, Shelly (Koch) Isernia; and five grandchildren; Zanetti and Mriseis Isernia, Josh and Courtney (Perrior) Phillips, and Lily (River) Phillips. He also leaves to cherish his memory his longtime companion, Eleanor Grona; several cousins, nieces, and nephews; as well as other extended family and friends across the globe.
Domenico was predeceased by his parents, Maria Gracia and Francesco Isernia; two sisters, Richetta and Lelina; and one brother, Sabato.
Domenico was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle and friend who will be deeply missed.
Funeral services are planned for Friday, August 23rd at 1:00 pm at Saamis Funeral Chapel, #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB. If unable to attend, family and friends can participate via livestream by logging on to www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Domenico’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely. A recording of the service will be available online for two weeks following the service. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Domenico Isernia. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to

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