Irma Faverin

With profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Irma Faverin, who passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at the age of 95, surrounded by her daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter.

Born in Fontaniva, Padova, Italy, on April 28, 1931, Irma lived a life defined by courage, creativity, hard work, and unwavering devotion to her family. In 1967, she immigrated to Canada, embracing the opportunities and challenges of building a new life while preserving the traditions and values that remained at the heart of who she was.

Irma was predeceased by her beloved husband, Marino Faverin (December 15, 2017), her lifelong partner and dance companion. Together they shared a marriage filled with love, laughter, friendship, and countless evenings spent dancing. Their devotion to one another created the foundation of a family whose bonds remain strong today.

While raising her family, Irma worked full-time at Milano Jewellers and The Country Kitchen, demonstrating remarkable determination and an unwavering work ethic. She met every challenge with grace and resilience, always ensuring that her family was cared for and supported.

A talented and creative woman, Irma found joy in painting, sewing, crocheting, and knitting. Her beautiful handiwork remains treasured by those fortunate enough to receive one of her creations. Through every stitch, brushstroke, and thoughtful gift, she expressed the love she had for family and friends.

Family was the center of Irma's world. Alongside Nonno Marino, she helped raise her granddaughter, Elize Ceschia, creating countless cherished memories. Together, they also traveled frequently to Calgary to visit their granddaughter, Kirsten Faverin Smith, ensuring that both girls could spend time together and remain close despite the distance between them. Nothing brought Irma greater happiness than seeing her family gathered together.

Irma is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Renata Faverin, and son-in-law, Gianni Ceschia; her son, Paul Faverin, and daughter-in-law, Angela Otte-Faverin; her granddaughters, Elize Ceschia and husband Danny Baltazar, and Kirsten Faverin Smith and husband Lindsey Smith; and her cherished great-grandchildren, Giancarlo Baltazar, Alessandro Baltazar, and Weston Smith.

She will also be deeply missed by her extended family and dear friends in Toronto, Calgary, and Italy. Her kindness, generosity, wisdom, and loving spirit touched many lives and created memories that will be treasured forever.

Irma leaves a footprint for us to follow. Her legacy of strength, perseverance, compassion, creativity, and devotion to family will continue to guide and inspire those who knew and loved her. Though we grieve her absence, we find comfort in knowing that her love remains woven into the fabric of our lives and will stay in our hearts forever.

The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Andrew Kim and the nursing staff of Baycrest Palliative Care Unit, 6 West, for the extraordinary care, compassion, and dignity they provided. Their kindness and support during Irma's final days will always be remembered with deep appreciation.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Baycrest Palliative Care Unit or Villa Leonardo Gambin Long-Term Care Centre in Irma's memory.

In lieu of flowers the family would very much appreciate donations to be made to Baycrest Palliative Care Unit or to Villa Leonardo Gambin