Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, Brampton and Vaughan
Sante Bomben
Sep 16, 2016
Bomben: Sante Peacefully at home surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer on September 16th, 2016 at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Luigia. Loving father of Nadia (Manny) and the late Mauro. Cherished Nonno of Alexander and Andrew. He will be missed by all especially his brothers Achille, Silvio, Mario, (Valerio predeceased) and his sisters...
Sandra "Sandi" Edwards
Sep 16, 2016
After an extended illness, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sandi Edwards (née Salo) daughter of the late William and Estelle Salo. Beloved mother to Alex Herrnstein (Katrina), Danielle Herrnstein (Jesse) and Taylor Edwards. Survived by her sister, Marlene Rogozynski (Richard), and predeceased by her sisters Joyce, Judy and Brenda Howie (Jim). Born in Sault...
Joan Pipher
Sep 16, 2016
Passed away peacefully on Friday September 16th, 2016 at Faith Manor, Brampton in her 89th year. Beloved wife of Al. Loving mother of Jo-Anna (Dennis), JD, and Sara-Jo. Nan to 7 grandchildren. Sister of Dr. Edgar Peer. Joan will be missed by her many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A Celebration of Life Service will take place on Saturday,...
Bruno Bortolus
Sep 16, 2016
Bortolus: Bruno Peacefully at home with his family by his side on Friday September 16th, 2016 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of Elizabeth for 54 years. Loving father of Glenn and his wife Anna and Lisa and her husband Jeff. Cherished Nonno of James, Mark, Andrew, Nicole and Hailey. Bruno will be fondly remembered by his brothers and...
Gordon Bain
Sep 15, 2016
BAIN, Gordon Stewart (Retired Chairman of Penguin Random House Canada) – after a short illness, passed away quietly at the Trillium Health Centre on September 15, 2016 at the age of 82. Cherished best friend and husband of Katheleen (nee Lawson) for 49 years. Gordon will be sadly missed by his sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, many nieces and nephews and numerous friends...

Ken Harrigan
Sep 14, 2016
KENNETH W. J. HARRIGAN O.C., HBA, LL.D September 27, 1927-September 14, 2016 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Ken Harrigan, a devoted husband and father. He cherished his time with his pre-deceased wife Jean, children Tara Tomlinson and husband Gerald, Stephen and wife Sue and his four grandchildren, Laura, Brock, Kendra and Alanna. Born in Chatham...
Florence Perrin
Sep 14, 2016
Perrin, Florence May (Nee Trimper) 1921-2016 Passed away peacefully at the Humber River Hospital on Wednesday September 14, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Edward Albert Perrin. Dear mother of Wendy and her husband John Morin, Larry and his partner Doreen, Valerie and her husband Jim Owen, Elaine McKelvey, David and his wife Ann and Patricia and her husband Scott...
Christine Wilkinson
Sep 12, 2016
Sadly we announce the passing of Christine Ann Wilkinson (nee Pearson). She will be missed by her husband Roger, her daughter Blythe, her brother Roger Pearson, and their families. She will also be missed by her many friends and caretakers. A Celebration of Christine's Life will be held at the Oakville Golf Club, 1154 Sixth Line, Oakville ,Ontario L6H 6M1,...
Margaret Gardner
Sep 10, 2016
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Dear and Loving Mother. Margaret Gardner (nee Bayne), daughter of the late Elizabeth Hibbert Bayne and Allan Bayne was born on May 24th 1937 in Toronto, sadly passed away on Saturday September 10th 2016 in her home. She was united in marriage to her pre...
Emilio Asta
Sep 10, 2016
With much sadness we announce the passing of Emilio Asta on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at the of 91. Beloved husband of Emilia for 62 years. Devoted father to Enrico (Gina Scarcella) and Marisa Asta Williams (Ronald). Cherished Grandpa to Nicole, Michael, Grayson and Daniel. Emilio will be fondly remembered by all extended family and friends. Guests will be received...
Angela Granzotto
Sep 10, 2016
Granzotto, Angela Peacefully passed away at home with her family by her side on September 10, 2016 at the age of 91. Predeceased by her husband Giuseppe and her son Mario. Loving mother of Neva (Elvio) and Marilisa. Cherished nonna of John, Justine, Nicole (Dan), Laura, Daniella, Emily, Zachary, Lucas and Stephen. Friends will be received at the Ward Funeral...
Reta Smith
Sep 9, 2016
SMITH, Reta C. Peacefully at Maple Grove Care Community on September 9, 2016 at the age of 85. Dear sister of Trevor (Bev) of Stratford, Ruth of Hamilton. Predeceased by brothers Derwyn, Lloyd and sisters Joan, Bernice and Joyce O’Neill. Reta was born in Hamilton. After receiving her degree from Trinity College she travelled to Ghana to teach for eight...
Robert Drury
Sep 8, 2016
DRURY, Robert o/o R.W. Drury & Son Trucking 32nd Degree Mason – Maple Lodge #54 Peacefully at his home in Toronto, with his family by his side on Thursday September 8th, 2016 at the age of 81. Beloved father of Robert. Loving friend and former husband of Jane Drury. Greatly missed by his sister Joyce Shin and his brother Thomas....