Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, Brampton and Vaughan
Peter Grange
Apr 11, 2018
Peter Robert “Rabbi” Grange Peter Grange was often referred to as “Rabbi” because he had a passion to study and teach the Bible. Peter’s love for God and the Bible extended beyond its physical pages as he demonstrated love for people. As a sports enthusiast, Peter was an excellent tennis player, who coached and trained local tennis players in the...
Olive Smikle
Apr 11, 2018
SMIKLE, Olive Marjorie (Goode) August 20, 1933 to April 11, 2018 Passed away quietly in her sleep early Wednesday morning. Pre-deceased by her loving husband, Homer, in 2001. Olive leaves behind her four children: Christopher, Michelle (Chris), David (Cynthia, d. 1997), Melanie (Ryan); five grandsons: Jeremy, Tyler, Harrison (Ciara), Zachary, McKenzie; and three great-grandchildren: Christopher, Madeleine, and Hendrix. Battling dementia...
Raymond Fair
Apr 11, 2018
RAYMOND BOYD FAIR passed away peacefully at the age of 84, on April 11, 2018 at the William Osler Health Centre (Etobicoke General Hospital). He was born February 8, 1934 and was a life-long resident of Toronto, Ontario. His wife of 42 years, Mona Fair, predeceased him in 2002. He is survived by his only son, Charles Fair (and Charles’...
E. Phyllis Hill
Apr 11, 2018
Passed away peacefully at The Waterford on April 11, 2018 in her 95th year. Loving mother of Gary and his wife Linda of Oakville and Norman and his wife Ann of Toronto, Grandmother of Kimberley, Laura, Marion, Frances and Cynthia and Great-Grandmother of Paul, Claudia, Ellis, Camden, Chloe, Adele and Raphaelle. The family wishes to thank the staff of Appleby,...
Gary Gresko
Apr 10, 2018
Gary Gresko was born on January 22, 1953 in Yorkton, Saskatchewan and passed away on April 10, 2018 in Toronto, Ontario. He is the beloved son of Olga and the late Metro Gresko. Dear brother of Lori Gresko and Debbie Kieback (John). Loving father to Jennifer Edwards (Jamie) and grandfather to Jamie Lee and Dylan Edwards. Uncle to Kaleb and...
John McLellan
Apr 10, 2018
John (Jack) Edward McLellan was born in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island on January 16, 1929. He passed away suddenly in Toronto on Tuesday April 10, 2018 at the age of 89. Loving husband of Pauline McLellan (nee Flanagan), dear father of Edward, Cathy and Sherry-Lynn (Steve) Stumpo. John is fondly remembered by his grandchildren, Anthony, Anita and Gabriella Stumpo. He...
Sydney Brown
Apr 10, 2018
With heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Sydney Brown on Tuesday, April 10, 2018; at the age of 88. Sydney Brown was the beloved husband of the late Judith Brown. Cherished brother to Carmen, Hopton, Gwendoline, Roy and Severen. Loving father to Patricia (Sebastian), Shirley (Roy), Joanne (Michael), Robert (Linda), Alvin (Donna), Sophia and David. Survived by 27...
Carmine Cichella
Apr 10, 2018
With heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Carmine while surrounded by his family on Tuesday, April 10, 2018; at the age of 81. Beloved husband to Vanda for 58 years of marriage. Loving father to Guglielmo (Rosa), Antonella (Sergio) and Fabrizio (Dianne). Cherished grandfather to Amanda, Carmine, Anna (Michael), Vanda (Taz), Tonia, Christopher, Jacob and Chloe. Dear brother...
Anton Zufic
Apr 10, 2018
Zufic, Anton Passed away peacefully with his loving family on Tuesday April 10th, 2018 at the age of 86. Dear husband of Margherita of 55 loving years. Proud father of Mary (Sergio). Cherished Grandpa of Denica. Anton will be sadly missed by his many family and friends. “Forever remembered.” Family and friends will be received at the Ward Funeral Home,...
Else Woudstra
Apr 10, 2018
Else Woudstra (nee Stam) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Else Woudstra (nee Stam) on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 in her home in Brampton, Ontario at the age of 85. Else was predeceased by her beloved husband of 41 years Hans Woudstra, loving husband Bernard Quigley of 9 years, son Yvo Woudstra, and grandson Nicholas...
John Kovalcik
Apr 8, 2018
John Nicholas Kovalcik, Died quietly April 8, 2018 at Humber River Hospital. Son of the late John and Viola Kovalcik. Brother of Daniel and the late Marie Kovalcik. Loving husband of Olga for 62 years.
Valentino Pauletto
Apr 8, 2018
Valentino Pauletto, age 46, passed away on Sunday, April 8th 2018. He was born on April 3rd, 1972, to parents Dino and Annunziata. Valentino was the youngest of three children, with older sisters Cyl and Anna. He was also blessed with four wonderful children Dino, Joshua, Cynthia and Valencia. He will be fondly missed by his niece Christina, and many...
James Burnside
Apr 8, 2018
James Albert (Bert) Burnside August 3, 1921- April 8, 2018 With sadness but wonderful memories we announce the passing of Bert Burnside in his 96th year. Born in Kilrae, Northern Ireland, Bert was the second child of James and Emily Burnside. Brother to Doreen, Yvonne and Norm. Devoted and beloved husband of 60 years to Sheila (nee Mackenzie, deceased), he...
Albert Demjen
Apr 7, 2018
Demjen, Albert Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday April 7, 2018 in his 86th year. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Veronika of 61 years. Predeceased by his daughter Erika. He will remain in the hearts of his grandchildren Joseph Manzo (Candida), Christopher Manzo and Alexandra Manzo (Robert Jasionek) andhis great grandchildren Aria and Leila. Survived by...
Gus Josephs
Apr 7, 2018
JOSEPHS, Gus (Augusta) June 20, 1935 - April 7, 2018 It is with heavy hearts full of love and gratitude that the family announces the passing of Gus after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at home with his family. Beloved husband of Stelma for 55 years. Loving father of Paul (Sharon) Josephs, Melloney Josephs and...
