GREATER TORONTO AREA OBITUARIES

JOHN WILKINSJohn Wilkins died peacefully at Michael Garron Hospital on March 26, 2021 after suffering amassive stroke the week prior, during a snooze on the couch. Anyone who knew him knew thisis the way he wanted to go!His 70 years of life were full. He was born in Edmonton, London, UK and began working in ahotel at age 16. After...

Noble, Brandon Douglas (1986-2021)Brandon passed away suddenly at Sunnybrook Hospital on Friday, March 26, 2021 at the tender age of 34 after being struck by a vehicle. Leaving behind his partner Tonya Leblond, (Lucy and Odin), his loving parents Sheri Noble (Kevin Fallow), Stephen Lowe (Eden Nape), and his sister Alyssa Cook. Brandon was an incredible man who was full...

James Richard CozziJames passed away on March 15, 2021. He had contracted Covid and despite the very fine care and treatment at Mackenzie Health in Richmond Hill he did not survive.Paul and I would like to sincerely thank the very professional staff at Mackenzie Health for their care of James. They were dedicated and compassionate.Here are some thoughts about James...

Brenda MassieOctober 28, 1951 – March 16. 2021Peacefully, in Toronto, surrounded by her loved ones, our dear Brenda passed away after a short but courageous battle with cancer. She was the daughter of the late Alphonse Moreault and the late Bertha McKiernan of Montreal. Beloved wife of Marcel, loving mother to Jennifer (Rob Purchase) of Toronto, and Kevin (Kaylan Nelson)...

Christine Robyn ElliottChristine Robyn ElliottSeptember 8th, 1965 – March 11th 2021It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Christine on March 11th at Toronto General Hospital.Christine will be lovingly remembered and truly missed by her entire Sherbourne Health Team family and the LGBTQ Community.Special thanks to Dr. Bourns, Dr. Tam and Ashley.  Many thanks to...

JOHN MORGANJOHN MORGANJanuary 3, 1948 – March 10, 2021John died on Wednesday March 10th after suffering catastrophic brain injury in a tragic accident on March 7th.  He was 73 years old.John was predeceased by his parents, Islwyn and Ann Morgan, his sister Janet and brother Richard.  He is survived by Bronwen, his wife of 50 years and friend of 55...

Emilia Moscovici (née Costachescu)Emilia Moscovici (née Costachescu) who was born in Gaesti, Romania on August 8, 1936 made a peaceful transition to heaven on March 9, 2021.Loving mother to Selena Sheldor, cherished sister to Titina Gheorghian, and adored aunt to Robert Gheorghian. Predeceased by her husband Hanri Moscovici. Emilia practiced as a Family physician for over 35 years both in...

JOEL RIVENIt is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joel Riven on Tuesday March 9, 2021 at the age of 97 years.Beloved husband of Laura. Loving father and father in law of Monica and Allan, the late Joanne and Steve. Devoted grandfather of Alex and the late Sarah.Bravely fought in the Canadian Air Force during WWII. The...

ERNEST (ERNIE) COWAN GLOZIERERNEST (ERNIE) COWAN GLOZIER, 96. Peacefully on Sunday February 7, after a sudden, short decline in health and having visited with family members daily. Ernie had a long, active life on the tennis courts, ski hills and in sail boats. Dad grew up in East York where, in 1942, he met the love of his life Betty...

David Charles James SmithIt is with deep sadness that the family of David announce his passing on January 24 2021, at St. Joseph’s Health Centre Toronto On., after a brief illness.Born in Toronto On. on July 26 1952, to the late Dorothy Parker and Charles Smith. David was a survivor, who endured with great courage the many health issues he...

KALIOPI THEOHARFebruary 20, 1915 – February 14, 2021Kaliopi died calmly and peacefully 6 days before her 106th Birthday.Beloved mother of Ruth Playfair and Boris Theohar (Jacquie Gillies), adored and adoring grandmother of Joseph Playfair and the late Emma Playfair, she was predeceased by her husband Norman Theohar (1973) and her son, Dr Carl Theohar (2018).Kaliopi loved to garden and her...

Errol Hetherington DuncanErrol Hetherington Duncan was the youngest of six children born to Scottish immigrants from Aberdeen. Errol developed an early love of sport and excelled in every sport he played. A baseball pitcher, he was invited to play for six major league teams but ultimately turned them all down to look after his mother, who was widowed when he...

Chester William KruzselyJuly 24 1942 – January 31 2021After a short but brave fight with an aggressive cancer, Chet passed away suddenly at home on January 31.Born in Berwyn Illinois to Valentine William Kruzsely and Mary Rose Peternek, he was predeceased by his brother Valentine Arthur. Chester is father to Richard, Daniel and Kerry Ann. He is survived by his...

Mary Evelyn JANES (nee CRINGAN)Mary Evelyn JANES (nee CRINGAN)Died peacefully on Jan 29, 2021 after a short illness. She will be dearly missed by Jim, John, Anne, Sue, Laura, and her 8 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.Mary was born on July 17, 1929 into the talented and musical Cringan family. Her paternal grandfather, Alexander T. Cringan emigrated from Scotland to Toronto...

Andrew Robert ClarkJune 8th, 1983-February 3rd, 2021It is with our deepest sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Andrew at age 37 on February 3rd 2021 in Toronto. Andrew was born in Mississauga to Mary-Jane Taylor and Robert Clark. Andrew was father to Matthew Swinton, brother to Rebecca Morrison (Matt), Susanne Taylor (Anthony) and David Taylor (Pia). Beloved...

WARD, ALICE THERESA ( nee Donovan)October 10, 1929 – February 3, 2021Alice Ward passed away peacefully on February 3, 2021. Predeceased by her loving husband Donald Ward, she is survived by her beloved children Donald (Patricia), John (Lisa) , Mary (John) and Anne (Mark). She will be greatly missed by her 10 grandchildren whom she adored: Steven, Matthew, David, Jeffrey,...

Wai Tong Leung (梁惠棠)In memory ofWai Tong Leung (梁惠棠)Passed: February 4, 2021Born: 1921Resided: Markham, OntarioWai Tong passed in peace at the age of 99. He was a wonderful husband, a very loving and caring father, a terrific grandfather and great grandfather.He was very kind and thoughtful. He was polite and caring to family members, colleagues, friends, neighbours and anyone he...

Christopher Gordon ScottWith very heavy hearts, Christopher Gordon Scott has passed away at a young age of 38. He fought a very difficult battle the last 10 years. He was very strong & brave through his fight. He is now at comfort, resting peacefully with his dad. 💔❤️We will miss his beautiful smile and sense of humor. His kind and...

Glenda Diane Dollimont McGrathApril 4, 1971 – January 31, 2021After a long battle with cancer, Glenda Diane passed away January 31, 2021 at Providence Healthcare inToronto. Born and raised in Labrador City, NL, she spent most of her adult life in Toronto. Predeceasedby her father, Albert McGrath and mother, Sheila Dollimont McGrath. Left to mourn are her sister,Gerona McGrath, and...

William Edward Lennon (Bill)Bill Lennon’s love of life will not come to an end with his death. Bill passed away suddenly on January 27, 2021, one day after he celebrated his 82nd birthday.Bill will be remembered for his constant sense of community and how he loved helping others. He enjoyed a funny joke and was always ready to tell a...