Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, Brampton and Vaughan
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
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
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
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
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
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
Sep 21, 2025
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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
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...
Mavis Cox
Sep 18, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Mavis Joan Cox.
Born in Toronto on March 31, 1950, to the late Dorothy Mavis Cox and James Cox, Mavis is survived by her sister Deborah (Debbie) Tam, brother-in-law Thomas Tam, and her cherished nieces Megan and Caitlin Tam. She was also deeply loved by her aunts, uncles, and...
Linda Conrad
Sep 18, 2025
Linda Conrad's story begins with her parents, Ada and Julius Conrad, who immigrated from Lithuania and made a new life for themselves in Weston, Ontario. They were a hardworking family, blessed with three children: Ronald, Richard, and Linda. Together, they built a wonderful life centered around their family-run bakery, which thrived thanks to the support of relatives.
Growing up, Linda was...
Antonio D'Alessandro
Sep 17, 2025
It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear Antonio D’Alessandro on September 17, 2025, in his 86th year. Antonio was born in Bovino, Italy on May 13, 1939, to Lorenzo and Giuseppina D’Alessandro, and was one of 8 children (Francesco, deceased at the age of 2 months). He will be greatly missed by...
Constantinos Mantziounis
Sep 16, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father and Pappou Constantinos Mantziounis, who left us peacefully on September 16, 2025 with his family by his side. Constantinos’ soul is surrounded by family and loved ones on his journey.
Born on July 8, 1944 in a city of Nigrita in Greece, he immigrated to Canada in...
Alice Grater
Sep 16, 2025
Alice Dorothy Grater
Alice Dorothy Grater (nee Lorette) passed away in her sleep September 16, 2025.
Born in Amherst, Nova Scotia, December 11, 1943, beloved wife of Vaughan Grater, loved aunt to Marlene Dickeson and grand niece Samantha, nephew David and many other nieces and nephews. Survived by her sister, Mary Amos of Amherst.
Alice loved to golf and shop. She didn’t let...
Celestino (Mike) Durante
Sep 16, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Celestino “Mike” Durante on September 16, 2025, at the age of 92.
Beloved husband of Angelina Durante. Devoted father of Pat (David) and Paul (Eva). Dear brother to Jack (Pat). Cherished Nonno to Andrew (Samantha), Alexander (Rachel), Stephanie, and Michael, and adored by his great-grandchildren, Luca, Victoria, and Sofia.
Mike will...
Heather Hudson
Sep 16, 2025
Heather Hudson was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Born in Barrow, England, she came to Canada with her husband, Roger, and their daughter, Tracy. Canada became home, and here they welcomed their sons, Paul and Nick. She arrived with friends and soon made many more.
She lived a rich and varied life shaped by a deep appreciation for art,...
Marion Kirk
Sep 15, 2025
In loving memory of a dear wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Marion, who passed away in her 92nd year on September 15, 2025.
As we look upon your picture, sweet memories we recall, Of a face so full of sunshine, A smile for one and all. Though your smile is not before us, and your hands we cannot touch, we...
M.A.E "Merv" Linden
Sep 14, 2025
Mervyn Augustus Edward Linden, born December 24, 1929, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025, in his 96th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Jean, after a loving marriage of 42 years, survived by his sons Michael, David and Timothy. He will be forever in our hearts.
Visitation at Ward Funeral Home, Weston, on Saturday September 27, from noon to 4pm....
Sydney Thomas Smith
Sep 14, 2025
In loving memory of Sydney Thomas Smith.
Sydney passed away peacefully at Matthews House Hospice in Alliston on Sunday September 14, 2025.
He touched the lives of many as he was always ready and willing to help anyway he could. His kindness and care always shone through.
Sydney will be deeply missed by his loving life partner Wanda Ellis, his children Donna Rawn...
Tuula Davies
Sep 14, 2025
Survived by her husband, George and her sister Marja Kamarainen-DeGiacomo along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Tuula was born in Finland and immigrated to Canada with her family in 1952. She was predeceased by her parents Matti and Helvi Kamarainen and her bother Arto.
After graduating from Lakehead University, she entered into the teaching profession and worked for Etobicoke and the...
