Valentino "Poncho" BARACETTI

Valentino 'Poncho' Baracetti passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026, at the age of 91, after a courageous battle with cancer at the Welland Hospital. He is reunited with his beloved wife, Santina, with whom he shared 64 years of marriage. Poncho is survived by his loving sons, Enrico and Michael, and his wife Marnie, as well as his grandchildren, Leanne, Michael, and Dylan, and great-grandchildren, Olivia, Charlotte, and Avery. He is also survived by his sister, Maria Kuhar, and many cousins in Italy and Argentina. Predeceased by his parents, David and Olive Baracetti, parents-in-law, Salvatorre and Rachel LaTorre, brother-in-law, Michael LaTorre, and brother, Enrico Baracetti. Born in Rivolto-Udine, Italy, on February 9, 1935, Poncho retired from Atlas Steels after 35 years of dedicated service. He will be remembered for his hard work, kindness, and love for his family. The family appreciates donations to the Canadian Cancer Society in his memory. Arrangements are in the care of Simple Choice Cremation Niagara.