Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, Brampton and Vaughan
Maria Morello
Jan 17, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Maria Morello at the age of 91. Maria passed away on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family.
Maria was born to Giuseppina and Felice Chiacig in Santo Leonardo, Friuli, Italy, on October 25th, 1934.
Maria is now reunited with her dear husband of...
Giovanna Presutti
Jan 15, 2026
Our beloved Mother passed away peacefully on January 15th, 2026 at the age of 92.
Born on October 7th, 1933 in Rome, Italy, she was an orphan . From a young age, she enjoyed learning and went as far as Grade 3 before school had stopped for her. Children learned to work at a young age when they were told continuing...
Vasilios Diamantakos
Jan 13, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Vasilios Aristomenis Diamantakos on January 13th, 2026, at the age of 92.
Born in Petrina, Greece, on August 18th, 1933, he cherished time spent with his family, and enjoyed sharing stories of both his life as a young boy in Petrina, and his life in Canada.
He will be remembered for...
Lawrence "Larry" Hamilton
Jan 12, 2026
We are deeply sadened to announce the passing of Larry Hamilton, age 63 on January 12th 2026 at Brampton Civic Hospital. He is predeceased by his mother Freda and is survived by his father John, wife Janet, Brothers Kevin(Leslie) & Sean(Sandra). Step daughter Michelle (Josh) and nephews Brendan (Tanya), Luke (Melissa), Tyler (Paulina), & Dylan (Stephanie), and Great Nephew Kade...
Carolyn Merritt
Jan 12, 2026
Carolyn Merritt (nee Sinclair)
August 12, 1933 – January 12, 2026
Passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on January 12, 2026, at the age of 92. She is now reunited with the love of her life, Robert “Bob” Merritt, as well as siblings Charles, Edward, Patricia, Jim and Sally. Loving mother of Linda Jean (Milan Kacer), Douglas (Terry)...
Olivia Carvalho Pereira
Jan 12, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and gratitude for a long, beautiful life that we announce the passing of our beloved Olivia, who passed away peacefully on Monday, January 12, 2026, at the age of 97.
She was the heart of her family and a pillar of strength, love, and wisdom. A devoted mother to 14 children, her life was defined by...
Valerie Evelyn McMahon
Jan 11, 2026
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Valerie Evelyn McMahon, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026 at the age of 85. She leaves behind her living sister Ione Manuk. Predeceased by sisters Alicia, Gwendolyn, Colleen and Jennifer. She will be missed dearly by nieces and nephews Cheryl , Sabrina, Sandra, Malcolm, Micheal, Wendy, Mark, Melanie, Robert, and Penelope. She will...
Hubert Wooning
Jan 10, 2026
Hubert Maria Wooning January 10 2026 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Hubert (Bert) Wooning. Born in Rotterdam NLD to Johannes and Johanna Wooning on January 23, 1931 and passed away peacefully at home on January 10, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. Predeceased by his wife, Irene Wooning (Parr) and sister Henrika (Henni) Hendrix. He will...
Sarah Elcome
Jan 10, 2026
In Memory of Sarah Elcome
Aug 9, 1932 – Jan 10, 2026
Sarah was born in Leith (Edinburgh) Scotland. 6th of what would be 13 siblings. A generation all now gone. During the war, those not old enough (like Sarah and her younger siblings) were evacuated to Carbridge until their dad died in service in 1944. This meant returning to the city,...
Hazel Knight
Jan 10, 2026
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Maria Radecki
Jan 10, 2026
Born in the Ukraine on May 26, 1925 and passed peacefully in her sleep in the early hours of January 10, 2026 in Toronto Ontario. Predeceased by her husband Stephen Radecki and son Allan Radecki. She will be sadly missed by son Jim Radecki (wife MaryLou), daughter Pat Peckham (husband Dave), and daughter Mary Lynne. Forever loved by her grandchildren...
Carol Frances Margaret Hurley
Jan 9, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carol Hurley on January 9, 2026 at the age of 83. Born in Montreal on December 6, 1942, Carol was the beloved daughter of the late Andrew and Mary Hurley and sister to Don Hurley, who predeceased her in 2009. Carol was also predeceased by her devoted companion, Joseph...
Verda Isabell Riley
Jan 9, 2026
Verda Isabell Riley (nee Morris)
1929-2026
Passed peacefully, on January 9, 2026. Beloved wife of the late John Riley. Loving mother of Pamela Fogolin and and her husband Carlo, Joseph Riley, and the late April Dennise Polesel. She will be lovingly remembered by her grandsons Richard Polesel, (Teresa) Brandon and Paulo (Michelle) Fogolin and great-grandsons Julran and Braydon Polesel. As an...
Nelly Roelofsen
Jan 8, 2026
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Nelly (Neeltje) Roelofsen (née van der Mey), who passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, after a lengthy illness in Brampton, Ontario, on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at the age of 88.
She will be dearly missed by her children Jeanette (Charles), Patricia (Jim), and Theresa (Tom), and by her beloved grandchildren Adriana,...
Stavroyla (Voula) Giannoukakis
Jan 7, 2026
We are sad to share our mom passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday January 8th, a few days after entering her 98th year of life.
Voula (Stavroula) Giannoukakis was born in Lachanada, Greece in December of 1928. Like most from her generation life was difficult, she had to grow up quickly when as a 12 year old she lost her...
Eva Mary Hicks
Jan 7, 2026
Eva Mary Hicks was born in Campbellford, Ontario on December 14, 1920 and passed peacefully in her sleep in the early hours of January 7, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario.
In her lifetime she was a daughter, sister, wife, mother, stepmother, aunt, great aunt , great great aunt, godmother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. Those that predeceded her awaited her...
Joao Carlos Da Silva Rego
2026
Joao Carlos Da Silva Rego, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, at Brampton Civic Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on December 20, 1947, in Portugal, Joao embraced life with an introspective and gentle spirit that resonated deeply with those fortunate enough to know him.
Joao dedicated 53 wonderful years...
Valentina De Vido
Jan 6, 2026
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at the age of 89, surrounded by the love of her family after spending the day with those she held most dear.
Beloved and devoted wife of the late Oliviero De Vido. Loving and proud mother of Sandra and Linda (Sean). Cherished Nonna of Connor, and adored aunt of Frank (Debbie) and Henry...
