Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, Brampton and Vaughan
Alice Grater
Sep 16, 2025
Alice Dorothy Grater
Alice Dorothy Grater (nee Lorette) passed away in her sleep September 16, 2025.
Born in Amherst, Nova Scotia, December 11, 1943, beloved wife of Vaughan Grater, loved aunt to Marlene Dickeson and grand niece Samantha, nephew David and many other nieces and nephews. Survived by her sister, Mary Amos of Amherst.
Alice loved to golf and shop. She didn’t let...
Celestino (Mike) Durante
Sep 16, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Celestino “Mike” Durante on September 16, 2025, at the age of 92.
Beloved husband of Angelina Durante. Devoted father of Pat (David) and Paul (Eva). Dear brother to Jack (Pat). Cherished Nonno to Andrew (Samantha), Alexander (Rachel), Stephanie, and Michael, and adored by his great-grandchildren, Luca, Victoria, and Sofia.
Mike will...
Heather Hudson
Sep 16, 2025
Heather Hudson was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Born in Barrow, England, she came to Canada with her husband, Roger, and their daughter, Tracy. Canada became home, and here they welcomed their sons, Paul and Nick. She arrived with friends and soon made many more.
She lived a rich and varied life shaped by a deep appreciation for art,...
Marion Kirk
Sep 15, 2025
In loving memory of a dear wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Marion, who passed away in her 92nd year on September 15, 2025.
As we look upon your picture, sweet memories we recall, Of a face so full of sunshine, A smile for one and all. Though your smile is not before us, and your hands we cannot touch, we...
M.A.E "Merv" Linden
Sep 14, 2025
Mervyn Augustus Edward Linden, born December 24, 1929, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025, in his 96th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Jean, after a loving marriage of 42 years, survived by his sons Michael, David and Timothy. He will be forever in our hearts.
Visitation at Ward Funeral Home, Weston, on Saturday September 27, from noon to 4pm....
Sydney Thomas Smith
Sep 14, 2025
In loving memory of Sydney Thomas Smith.
Sydney passed away peacefully at Matthews House Hospice in Alliston on Sunday September 14, 2025.
He touched the lives of many as he was always ready and willing to help anyway he could. His kindness and care always shone through.
Sydney will be deeply missed by his loving life partner Wanda Ellis, his children Donna Rawn...
Tuula Davies
Sep 14, 2025
Survived by her husband, George and her sister Marja Kamarainen-DeGiacomo along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Tuula was born in Finland and immigrated to Canada with her family in 1952. She was predeceased by her parents Matti and Helvi Kamarainen and her bother Arto.
After graduating from Lakehead University, she entered into the teaching profession and worked for Etobicoke and the...
Donald J. Wismayer
Sep 14, 2025
Donald passed away peacefully at home with family by his side. Predeceased by his wife, Norma. Cherished father of Deborah, Diana (Paul) and Melinda. Grandfather of Andrew, Patrick (Maria), Molly, Haley, Nancie and Victoria. Great-grandfather of Sophie.
Donald found joy in the simple pleasures of life—watching sports, working on his cars, exploring his computer, and cherishing time with his family. He...
Dimitrios Floros
Sep 11, 2025
With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of Dimitrios Floros of Toronto, on Thursday, September 11th, 2025 at the age of 83 years.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 60 years, Irene; children: Panayiota (Ioannis), Stamata (Minas) and Maria (Dimitrios); grandchildren: Panayiotis, Nektaria, Eleni, Demetri, Efthimia, Marianna; and brother, Christos.
Dimitrios was born in October 1941 in the village...
William "Bill" Brian Beesley
Sep 10, 2025
It is with very heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved William “Bill” Brian Beesley on September 10th, 2025, in his 77th year. William was born on December 14th, 1947, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to John and Beryl Beesley, and was one of four children.
William leaves behind his beloved wife and soulmate, Rita, with whom he spent...
Olga Bellio
Sep 9, 2025
Olga Bellio passed away peacefully in Toronto with her family by her side on September 9th, 2025 at the age of 87. Olga is reunited in heaven with her beloved husband Angelo and sister Rena. Dear mother to Sandra, Richard and his wife Lorraine. Loving Nonna of Olivia, Alyssa, Vanessa and Katrina. Cherished sister of Bruno (Marie) and Ronald (Rocchiana)....
Konstantinos Mavris
Sep 9, 2025
With deep sorrow and hearts, the family of Konstantinos (Gus) Mavris announces his passing on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at West Park Long Term Care Centre in Toronto.
Born in Petrina Greece on February 26, 1935. Konstantinos later immigrated to Canada, where he built a life rooted in dedication, hard work, and love for his family. On August 24, 1963, he...
Natalija Pilipovic
Sep 8, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Natalija Pilipovic, who passed away on September 8th, 2025, at the age of 93.
Natalija was the beloved wife of Mirko for 71 beautiful years. A devoted mother to Vesna and Gordana (George), the cherished Baba to Michael and Christopher, and a proud great-grandmother to Mila.
Natalija is now reunited with...
Genoveva Damaso
Sep 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Genoveva Damaso on September 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister. Genoveva passed away at the age of 68. She will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 50 years, Silvino, their three cherished children, Steven, Diane, and Patricia,...
Georgina Finlay
Sep 6, 2025
Peacefully at home in Toronto, surrounded by her daughters, Georgina Finlay (née Fisher) passed away after a long and remarkable life.
Beloved wife of the late Tom Finlay (2004), she was the loving mother of Marion, Noreen (George), and Sheila; proud grandmother of Shona, Kirsten (Johnny), Liam (Kelsie), Konnor (Melissa), and Hunter; and delighted great-grandmother - or Nanny GG - of...
Donna McCrickard
Sep 5, 2025
Donna McCrickard, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, left this world peacefully on September 5, 2025, at Humber River Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on July 17, 1938, Donna touched the hearts of those around her with her warm spirit and caring nature.
She dedicated much of her career to her work at CIBC. Beyond her professional life,...
Gus Christopher Korakis
Sep 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gus Korakis, a beloved and devoted husband, father, son, brother and uncle. He passed away peacefully, at the age of 52, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years Irene, devoted father to his three cherished children Angelika (15), Elias (13) and Zoe...
Joyce Rideout
Sep 5, 2025
A Brief Life Story of Merinda Joyce (Oxford) Hines Rideout
Joyce Oxford, a twin, was born in Durrell on August 15, 1925. Joyce married Aubrey Hines in Toronto in 1952 and their children were Linda, Dennis and Bruce. Aubrey Hines had died on December 17, 1964. Joyce married Cyril Rideout in 1971. She eventually moved into Western Terrace Community in 2014....
