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Rocco, who died April 26 in his 88th year, truly was a diplomat.
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“Rocco Mastrangelo Sr. worked hard to create that feel and create a special experience for generations of Torontonians including me. He was one of the pioneers in creating today’s incredible College Street experience,” said Tory.
“People who create these special places in Toronto are real city builders and Rocco’s tender loving care and hard work will live on for generations to come as thousands have a good time and good food. My condolences to his family on the sad end to a life very well lived.”
Beloved Cafe Diplomatico founder and community leader Rocco Mastrangelo Sr. dies at 87
With a passion for Italian culture, cinema and music and an “immensely generous heart,” the entrepreneur and impresario was a pillar in his community.
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Posted: Apr 29, 2021 11:55 AM ET | Last Updated: April 30
Rocco Mastrangelo Sr., founder of Cafe Diplomatico, died peacefully at the age of 87 on Monday, April 26, 2021.(Cafe Diplomatico)
Cafe Diplomatico closes temporarily to mourn the death of its founder
Cafe Diplomatico is closing down temporarily to mourn the death of its founder, Rocco Mastrangelo Sr.
Mastrangelo died on Apr. 26, according to a post on the fabled restaurant s Ins. He was 88 years old.
Connie Mastrangelo, who now runs Cafe Diplomatico with her husband Rocco Mastrangelo Jr., says it was not a COVID death but in a way was also because of COVID.
According to Connie, Mastrangelo was still coming to Dip every day for lunch until lockdown, and when everything shut down, he got stuck at home. She says he loved to work, and sit at his usual table and take in the crowds, and that losing it all was a blow.