This episode of Thriving Thursday is dedicated to Gaby Mammone, in loving memory of her father, Concezio DiVirgilio, who sadly lost his life to COVID-19.Concezio  was  born  in  Castel  Frentano,  Abruzzo, Italy.  He  studied hairdressing  and  was  very passionate  about  his  craft. He  later  moved  to  Thompson,  Manitoba  with his wife, Lucy  where  he  won  several  hairdressing contests,  opened  his business,  and  raised  his children.  His  journey  led him  to  Ontario  where  he was  passionate  about  his  vegetable  garden  including  his  hundreds  of   tomato  plants  and  growing  the  longest  zucchini  in  Mississauga. Concezio  was  known  for  building  amazing  snow  sculptures  and  creating captivating  scenes  with  his  Christmas  lights. He loved  to  teach  his  grandkids  how  to  do  magic  tricks.  Concezio  was  a  family  man  and  will  be  remembered  for  his  kindness  and  loyalty. We  will  forever  reminisce  about  Concezio’s  sharp  sense  of  humor.His memorial page, can be found, here.