Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, Brampton and Vaughan
Malcolm Crews
Jan 15, 2018
Peacefully, with his children at his side, on Monday January 15th, 2018 at Maple Grove Long Term Care in his 83rd year. Predeceased by his wife Nancy Elizabeth of 51 years, his parents Cyril Victor and Cybil Mary, brother Raymond and Brother In-law Jack Ruan. Lovingly remembered by his son Jeff (Lisa and Tyla) and daughter Laurie (Robert). Holding the...
John Rietberg
Jan 15, 2018
Rietberg, John John Jan was born in Toronto's east end to Evert and Alice (Easdale) Rietberg who had immigrated from Scotland and Holland. When WWII broke out, he enlisted, along with his brother, Alex Sproul, and remained in service until the end of the war. Returning to Toronto, he and Willa Beryl (Riddell) were married in September 1946 and began...
Francesco Grisolia
Jan 15, 2018
Passed away peacefully on Monday, January 15, 2018, with his family by his side. Frank will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 64 years, Gina, sons Ed and Sergio, daughter-in-laws, Franca and Lisa, brother Albert, sister Lina and sister-in-laws, Carmela and Maria. Adored by his grandchildren, Melissa (Joseph), Laura, Ariana and Stephanie. Born in Celico, Cosenza, Italy, Frank...
Vivienne Martin
Jan 14, 2018
Vivienne Clare Martin It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother on January 14th, 2018. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends, as they remember her warmth and kindness. Since her retirement, she kept herself busy with the many things she most enjoyed doing. She could always be found gardening, bowling, going...
Gretta Margaret Elizabeth Barbour (nee Wallace)
Jan 14, 2018
Beloved wife of John "Jack" Barbour (deceased). Devoted mother of Judy, Kimmy & Kelly. Proud Grandma of her adored granddaughter Cleo Mitsoulis. Dear daughter of George & Gwendolyn Wallace (deceased). Loved sister of Gwyneth (Tom) Hughes (deceased), George "Bud" (Eva) Wallace (deceased) & Ricky (Anne) Wallace. We are comforted that our cherished mother passed away at her beloved farm in...
Alicia Burt
Jan 14, 2018
Burt, Alicia “Lisa” (Nee Paterson) Peacefully, following a brief illness of cancer, surrounded by her family in Orangeville. Beloved wife of Bill Burt for 38 wonderful years. Dear Mother to Ryan, Tyler (Jessie), Kyle (Shilo). Grandmother to Shyenna, Ayden, Halley, Isebella, and Grayson. Predeceased by her parents William and Blanche Paterson, and William and Violet Burt. Also predeceased by her...
George Gamache
Jan 14, 2018
George Gamache 1954-2018 Passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Hospital on January 14, 2018. Beloved companion of Myron Dorosz. Loving brother of 16 sibblings in Winnipeg. He was an artist, a teacher, a friend, a brother, an uncle and many friends in Liviv, Ukraine Friends will be received for a Celebration of Life at the Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston...
Nora Curtis
Jan 14, 2018
It is with great sadness, that the family of the late Jeannie ( Nora Jean) Curtis announces of her passing, at her home in Brampton, Ontario on January 14, 2018 at the age of 66 years. Jeannie will always be remembered for her warm and loving spirit to all she met. She had a special fondness towards dogs and had...
Diane Pomroy
Jan 13, 2018
It is with great sadness we announce the death of Diane Marie Pomroy (nee Chapman). Di passed away in the evening of Saturday January 13, 2018 at Ian Anderson House at the age of 70. Born in the Wirral, England in 1947. She grew up on Merseyside during the swinging sixties. She was a “cavern club “habitué and knew the...
Wolfgang Both
Jan 13, 2018
Both, Wolfgang “Duffy” Passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at the age of 66. He will be greatly missed his by mother Wilma and brothers Peter and Rick. Beloved uncle to Cindy Lynn, Kevin, Nicole, Holly and Chantelle and great-uncle to Ascenza and Adrianna. He will also be missed by his many friends. Friends will be received at...
Norberto de Sousa
Jan 13, 2018
de Sousa, Norberto Passed away peacefully on January 13, 2018 at St. Michael’s Hospital at the age of 86. Loving husband of Zoraida for 61 years. Dear father of Deodato (Gracinda) Sousa, Maria Clara (Joe) Medeiros, Helena (Tony) Rodrigues and John (Dianne) Sousa. Cherished avô of Christina (Aris), Paul (Monique), Nicholas (Sofia), Jacob, Justin, Jonathan, Mikayla, Hailey, Carson and bisavô...
Antonio Greco
Jan 12, 2018
In lieu of flowers the Greco family would appreciate donations made to: Toronto General Hospital-Janet Turner Designated to: Dr. Weaver-Dementia Drug Discovery Research Project in Memory of Antonio Greco (forms available at the funeral home) or the charity of your choice.
Assunta Paonessa
Jan 12, 2018
With heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Assunta, surrounded by her loving family on Friday, January 12, 2018; at the age of 81. Beloved wife to Emilio for 58 years of marriage. Loving mother to Rosa Lommano (John), Frank (Sara) and Mario (Rosalba) and remembered by those she loved as her own; Vincenzo, Elvira and Nina. Cherished grandmother...
Maria Mancinelli
Jan 12, 2018
Maria Mancinelli (nee Petrucci) With sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother at the age of 86 on January 12, 2018 at MacKenzie Health in Richmond Hill. Devoted wife of Gino for 57 years before his passing in 2016. Loving mamma to Patrizia (Stephane) and Luigi (Pamela). Proud Nonna to Adam, Michael and Luca. Maria is the dear...
Jean Jeffrie
Jan 11, 2018
JEFFRIE, JEAN RUBY (née Knapp) May 2, 1922 to January 11, 2018. At 95 years old, Jean passed away peacefully in the company of loved ones. Predeceased by her loving parents George and Cecile Knapp. Jean was one of thirteen children and was predeceased by all of her siblings except her beloved brother Lloyd Knapp. Jean was also predeceased by...
Roy Elmes
Jan 11, 2018
Desmond "Roy" Elmes Nov 19 1928-Jan 11 2018 Passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 11, 2018 In the arms of his beloved wife Yvonne at the age of 90. Dear father of Colin, Grandfather of Christopher and Michael and Father In Law to Elizabeth. I know you hear me Dad, And I want you to know that everything I am...