Edward Wayne PANICCIA

Edward Wayne Paniccia passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026, at Niagara Falls Hospital, at the age of 76. He is survived by his children Samantha (married to James), Brooke (married to Drew), and Mark (married to Hayley); his grandchildren Jack, Emma, Ryleigh, Reagan, Drake, RaeLynn, Chloe, and Carter; his sister Diane Filer; his nephew and godson Steven Filer; Angela, the mother of his children; and his friend Linda. He was predeceased by his parents Nunzio and Lina Paniccia, his sister Tina Paniccia, and his brother‑in‑law Ron Filer. Visitation will be held at George Darte Funeral Home, 585 Carlton Street, St. Catharines, on Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow on Friday, August 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel, with a committal at Fairview Cemetery in Niagara Falls. Memorial donations may be made to Niagara Youth Needs Sport and Therapy Tails.