Obituaries


Recent Obituaries in Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, Brampton and Vaughan

Sante Lena

Sante Lena

Oct 2, 2025

In Loving Memory of Sante Lena 1926 – 2025



On October 2, 2025, Sante Lena passed away peacefully at the age of 99.



Sante immigrated to Canada in 1957 in search of a better life for himself and his family. He now joins his beloved wife Zita, who predeceased him. A man of deep faith, Sante devoted his life to his family and...

Stamatia Dritsas

Stamatia Dritsas

Oct 1, 2025

Stamatia 'Toula' Dritsas, 85, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at Toronto Western Hospital, where she was admitted after spending nearly 8 years at the Hellenic Home for Seniors, Toronto.Toula was born on March 23, 1940 to Sophia and Dimitrios Dritsas in Athens, Greece, where she resided for 30 years before immigrating to Canada.Toula was a devoted mother...

Carol Ann Smith

Carol Ann Smith

Sep 30, 2025

Click Here to View Funeral Service Livestream

Our beloved wife and mother Carol Ann Smith passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday September 30 in Brampton. 

Carol was a loving person whose bright energy always filled a room. Born in Guyana, Carol lived internationally with her husband Ian for many years, finally settling in Canada in the early 70s. 

She was a supporting and nurturing...

John Samuel Jarjour

John Samuel Jarjour

Sep 29, 2025

John Samuel Jarjour was born in Aleppo, Syria on March 14, 1932. He passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025 at the age of 93 with his wife by his side at their home in Brampton.

In the middle of World War 2, John's family fled to Tripoli, Lebanon. It was his ambition to immigrate to Canada and he did so...

Dr. Brian Christopher Thicke

Dr. Brian Christopher Thicke

Sep 28, 2025

Dr. Brian Thicke, physician, pilot, sailor, golfer, entrepreneur, writer, art collector, world traveler, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Sept 28, 2025.

Dr. Thicke’s contributions to Brampton and Canada are reflected in the incredible outpouring of love and respect bestowed upon him by countless grateful patients and friends.

Growing up in the gold mining town of Kirkland Lake, Thicke...

Gloria Susan Mulvihill

Gloria Susan Mulvihill

Sep 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of Gloria Susan Mulvihill

February 1, 1938 – September 25, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Gloria Susan Mulvihill at the Villages of Humber Heights, with her three children by her side, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Gloria will be deeply missed by her children and their families: Daniel; Susan and her husband...

Byron Hainer

Byron Hainer

Sep 25, 2025

 June 26 1940 - September 25 2025

Predeceased by his wife Patricia Ann (Pat) and Son Mark Peter. Survived by sons Paul and wife Sophie, Rick and wife Lynn. Loved by his grandchildren Samantha (Patrick), Ashley (Tony), Joey and Mitchell.

Peter became an Allstate agent in 1967 and with Pat in 1982 founded Insuranceland Inc (formerly P. Hainer Insurance Brokers Inc.) ....

George Caltsoudas

George Caltsoudas

Sep 24, 2025

CALTSOUDAS George,

In Loving Memory of George Caltsoudas

A beloved husband, grandfather, and respected member of the Greek and Canadian communities, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at the age of 100.

Born in Galatini, Greece, George lived a life marked by resilience, hard work, and deep devotion to his family and heritage. As a young man, he served bravely in the Greek military...

Efrossini Karakolis

Efrossini Karakolis

Sep 24, 2025

Our Matriarch is at rest. With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Efrosini (Frosa) Karakolis (nee, Evangelou), at the incredible age of 94. Our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and lighthouse dimmed her light to rejoin her loving husband of 69 years, Leonidas (2021). She is survived by her loving and devoted sons Theofanis (Fotini), Tasse (Georgia), Paul (Sandra),...

Frank Vano

Frank Vano

Sep 24, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Frank Vano at the young age of 85 on September 24, 2025.

Born in Sora, Frosinone, Italy on May 15, 1940. He then immigrated to Canada in his teens where he worked hard to provide for his family. He was able to enjoy an early retirement while still donating...

Angelo Colavecchia

Angelo Colavecchia

Sep 23, 2025

Passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side. Predeceased by his wife Incoronata and his son Gino. Loving Father of Pina and Bruno and father-in-law of Elaine. Grandfather of Cara, Francesca, Roberto, Angelo and Kaila. Beloved Brother and Brother-in-Law of Teresa (deceased), Emilio (deceased), Vincenzo (deceased), Luigi, Joe, Mario, Vincenza (deceased), Basilio (deceased), Angelo (deceased), Nino (deceased)...

Selwyn Joseph

Selwyn Joseph

Sep 22, 2025

Sunrise, February 15th 1944 sunset September 22nd 2025.

The late Selwyn Joseph. Also known as; Brother Joe, Chiney, Jiggers, Sellos, and Grandpa.

Selwyn was a spouse to Patsy, a son, a brother, a father, a grandfather, uncle, cousin, and a friend.

He was born in Princess Town Trinidad and Tobago, son of Albertina Smith and Selvon Joseph.

Brother to; Carl, Clyde, Joyce, Lynette, Conrod,...

Griselda Novielli

Griselda Novielli

Sep 21, 2025

Griselda Rosolen Novielli

Peacefully passed away at Humber River Hospital on September 21, 2025 at the age of 91.

Beloved wife of the late Severino Rosolen (1993) and the late Nicola Novielli (2022)

Cherished mother of Gianna (Sergio) Ferraro; proud and beloved nonna to Matthew (Nadia), Mary Jane (Kris), Ian (Jen) and Jesse.

Will be fondly remembered by her great-grandchildren Lorelle, Evan, Julia, Jack,...

Giuseppina Iannuzziello

Giuseppina Iannuzziello

Sep 21, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Giuseppina Iannuzziello, at the age of 96, on September 21, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on May 30, 1929, in Cercepiccola, Campobasso, Italy, Giuseppina immigrated to Toronto, Canada, at the age of 24, where she married Alfonso and together they built a family. A woman of...

Lidia Amador

Lidia Amador

Sep 21, 2025

In memory of Lidia, the family would greatly appreciate donations made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.

Click Here to Donate to the Alzheimer Society of Canada

Lynda Ruth Nelson

Lynda Ruth Nelson

Sep 20, 2025

It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of Lynda Nelson on Saturday, September 20, 2025, following a courageous battle with cancer. Lynda is survived by her two nieces and extended family. In accordance with her wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. Instead, a Celebration of Life will take place on what would have been her...

Daniel "Danny" Thomas Roherty

Daniel "Danny" Thomas Roherty

Sep 20, 2025

Daniel passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025 at Sunnybrook Hospital. Daniel is survived by his siblings Colleen Howe (Ron), Wayne Roherty (Brenda), Carl Roherty (Lori), Ann Thompson, Kelly Roherty, and Tammy Paul. Predeceased by his siblings Sandra Roherty and James Roherty. 

He will be remembered as being a loving family person with a great sense of humour, a huge sports...

Joaquin Pleitez

Joaquin Pleitez

Sep 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joaquin Pleitez, beloved husband to Mercedes Pleitez, father to 4 children, grandfather to 19, and great-grandfather to 5 who left us peacefully on September 18, 2025, at the age of 78.

Born in Sonsonate, El Salvador on November 30, 1946. Joaquin lived a life filled with laughter, charisma, and quiet...

Subscribe

Subscribe to receive an email when we add new obituaries to our website. Your email will not be used for any other purpose and will not be shared. You may unsubscribe at any time.

To Email Notifications

365 Days of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during difficult first year after a loss

A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.