Rory Joseph Cornale Obituary
Rory Joseph Cornale (Hamilton, Ontario) passed away on October 23, 2026. Rory, born on December 7, 1953, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rory Joseph Cornale to show support.
Rory will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Rory will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Rory’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Cornale and Joanne Cornale. He is survived by: his wife Mary; his brother Michael; his sister-in-law Carolyn Cornale; and his daughters, Caroline (Marty), Rachel and Alisa. He is also survived by his many cousins, extended family, and lifelong friends.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 1st 2026 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the P. X. Dermody Funeral Home (796 Upper Gage Ave, Hamilton, ON L8V4K4). A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, November 2nd 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church (440 King St E, Hamilton, ON L8N1C6).
For those wishing to honour Rory's memory, donations can be made to The Carpenter Hospice, thecarpenterhospice.com.
