Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, Brampton and Vaughan
William "Bill" Patry
May 19, 2025
In Loving Memory of William James Patry.
William(Bill) 73, of Toronto, passed away peacefully on May 19th, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, a proud father, and a cherished grandfather, Bill was the heart of his family. He spent his life showing us what unconditional love, strength, and kindness truly mean. His laughter filled our home and his wisdom...
Faylene Nolan
May 17, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Faylene Veronica Robinson-Nolan.
Faylene passed peacefully at home on May 17, 2025 at 14:50 at the age of 70. Faylene was a woman of faith and quite strength. She will be remembered for her creativity in the kitchen with her meals and warm smile. We want to thank...
Lynda Atkinson (née Herbert)
May 17, 2025
With love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Lynda Atkinson (née Herbert) on May 17, 2025, at the age of 78. She passed away peacefully in her sleep at Brampton Civic Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in Toronto on December 17, 1946, Lynda lived a life shaped by quiet strength, deep faith, and a sustained...
Goffredo Martire
May 16, 2025
November 25, 1927 - May 16, 2025
God peacefully called Goffredo home on Friday, May 16, 2025, at the age of 97, surrounded by the love of his family.
Beloved husband of Antonietta (nee Perrone) of 73 years, he is reunited with his parents Viatore and Teresina and siblings Gigino (Mariella), Delfina (Francesco), and Francesco (Maria). Cherished by his children Teresa (Sandro),...
Carmel "Lino" Buhagiar
May 15, 2025
Carmel "Lino" Buhagiar passed away peacefully in Toronto on Thursday, May 15th at the age of 91. He was born in Malta, July 25, 1933, to Antonia (Nina) and Paul Buhagiar. Lino is survived by his step-daughter Stacey Burnett, cousins Doris, Lino, Susan and Louise Spiteri as well as his nephews Christian, Lawrence and Paul Buhagiar and niece Carmen Smale....
Ermelinda Mongiat
May 14, 2025
Ermelinda Mongiat (nee Pagnacco)
November 15, 1922 – May 14, 2025
Ermelinda passed peacefully at home on May 14, 2025, at the age of 102. Ermelinda was born in Colle Di Arba, Fruili, Italy on November 15, 1922, to Vittorio and Maria, and was one of four children, her sisters Angelina and Regina, and her brother Giovanni preceded her in their passing.
Ermelinda...
Franco Cognolato
May 14, 2025
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On May 14, 2025, the world lost a remarkable man whose influence will resonate for generations. Franco Cognolato (Big Frank) passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital.
He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife Dina, and their children Marco (Veronique), Jessica (Austin), and Eric (Jenna). Known lovingly as Nonno, Frank was...
Liberata D'Aversa
May 13, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Liberata D’Aversa, who left us peacefully on May 13, 2025, at the age of 82.
Beloved wife of the late Aurelio D’Aversa, Liberata was a devoted mother to Tony (Irma), Lori (Guido), and Daniela (Jerry), and a proud and loving nonna to Sarah, David, Adam, Mattea, Tessa, and Jonah.
Liberata was...
Corrado Ficicchia
May 13, 2025
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Corrado Ficicchia passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on May 13, 2025 at Hill House Hospice. He was born on March 7, 1938, in Catania, Sicily, Italy.
Cherished husband of Vera for sixty-seven beautiful years, Corrado was the heart of his family, a devoted partner, loving father, and proud nonno. He leaves behind a lifetime of...
Robert Welscher
May 12, 2025
Robert Fritz Welscher, 94, of Barrie, Ontario
May 16, 1930 – May 12, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert Welscher, a devoted father and Opa, who passed peacefully on May 12, 2025, just days shy of his 95th birthday. Robert demonstrated extraordinary resilience during a courageous two-and-a-half-year battle with his health.
He is survived by his wife, Helga; his...
Victoria "Vicky" Stawecki
May 12, 2025
Victoria "Vicky" Stawecki, 97, of Toronto, Ontario, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025.
Vicky was a fiercely intelligent and savvy businesswoman with an unwavering passion for learning that stayed with her throughout her life. She was devoted to her family, and her love and support shaped generations. Her greatest goal was to leave a legacy—not just in achievements, but in...
Carol West
May 11, 2025
Sadly, we announce the death of our mother, our grandmother, our sister, our friend, Carol Ann West. The daughter of Robert John West and Marion Margaret West (nee Carr), Carol was born in Mt. Dennis on the 19th of January, 1939 and passed peacefully on May 11, 2025.
Carol will be remembered for her many talents.
As a musician she sang with...
Nancy Cannons
May 11, 2025
Nancy Joan Cannons
May 6, 1961 – May 11, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Nancy Joan Cannons on May 11, 2025. Nancy was a woman of remarkable strength and resilience, whose kindness and determination touched everyone who knew her.
She was the beloved wife of Peter Cannons, a devoted mother to Scott (Melisa) and Mark (Katie), and the proud,...
Bill DiCaro
May 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Bill DiCaro, who left us far too soon at the age of 68.
A devoted and loving husband to Lisanne for 31 beautiful years, he was the beloved brother of Jackie (Mike) and Joanne (Nick) and brother in law to Jerry Alexander. A cherished uncle to Michael (Jennifer), Christopher...
Domenico Camarda
May 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Domenico Camarda on Saturday May 10, 2025 at the age of 97. Devoted husband of Maria Concetta for 73 wonderful years. Proud father of Nicodemo, Silvana (Pietro) and Rosalba (Mario). Cherished Nonno of Sandra (Joseph), Rebecca (Emmanuel), Anna (Loreto), Vincenzo (Laura), Domenico (Nasim), Chanel (Drew), and Max. Bisnonno to...
Shirley Little
May 9, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Shirley Lou Little announce her peaceful passing on May 9th, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario. Shirley will be dearly missed by her two Daughters, Karen and Beth (David). Her kind heart and sense of humor will always be cherished by her 3 Grandchildren, Russell, Colleen and Sarah. Shirley will be remembered by...
Rosa Mammone
May 9, 2025
In Loving Memory of Rosa Mammone
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rosa Mammone, who left us peacefully at the age of 75.
Beloved wife to Emilio for 53 years. Rosa was a loving mother to Anna Maria and Robert and his wife Lucia. She was a proud Nonna to Alessia and Sebastian.
Rosa is survived by her...
James 'Jim' Thompson
May 9, 2025
Thompson, James (Jim) George.
On May 9, 2025, at the age of 89, Jim Thompson passed away with family by his side. He was loved as a Son, Brother, Husband, Father, Uncle, Grandfather, G.G, and friend. He will forever be missed by his family. Daughter, Terrie (Campbell) and son, Tim. Grandfather to Matt (Amanda and Brady), Amanda (Kam and Mackenzie), Chris...
Pina Henriques
May 9, 2025
Pina Henriques, born on April 8, 1959 in Toronto, Ontario was sent to her eternal home on May 9, 2025.
Pina will be welcomed in heaven by her loving parents, Mario and Italia. She is survived by her loving husband Zeke, her sons Mario (Debbie) and Mike (Natalie), her brother Luch (Rose, Lucas, Olivia), her Grandchildren (Isabella, Brianna, Nathan, Emma and...
