On Saturday, September 16 2017 at Kensington Hospice not far from her beloved birthplace Pearl passed quietly in her sleep. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Brendy and Joseph Greenberg, Karen and Charles Rosenberg, Ellen Godfrey, and Jody Godfrey. Devoted grandmother of Joshua Greenberg, Oren Greenberg and Laura Sultan, and Eden Rosenberg. Great-grandmother of Dov Sultan-Greenberg. Dear sister and sister-in-law of the late Katie and Mike Grossman and her beloved late brother Jakie and survived by sister in law Lorna Lottman. Dear aunt to her nieces and nephews. There will be a funeral service at Steeles Memorial Chapel, 350 Steeles Avenue West on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at 12:30 PM followed by interment at Dawes Rd Cemetery, 3169 St Clair Ave. East. Shiva Tuesday only at 52 Heathdale Road, Toronto 4-9 pm. Memorial donations may be made to the Kensington Hospice 38 Major St, Toronto, M5S 2L1, 416-963-9640 . Generous in love, a kind and loving spirit, a friend to many, a truly beautiful soul .
Date of Death:Saturday, September 16, 2017
Yahrzeit Day:26 Elul
Date of Funeral:Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Time of Funeral:12:30 PM
Memorial Service Location:Chapel Service
Burial Service Location:Slipia Section
Shiva Details:Shiva visits Tuesday following the interment up to 9:00 p.m. The family requests a scent free environment.
IT WAS AN HONOR TO HAVE KNOWN PEARL . THE TIME WAS TOO SHORT! JUST 1 YEAR SINCE WE MOVED INTO PALACE PIER. NONE THE LESS, SHE MANAGED TO TOUCH OUR HEARTS, AND TEACH US MANY THINGS WE WILL REMEMBER HER BY, ALL OUR LIVES MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE CARMEN AND SERVULO COLACO
When I got engaged Pearl made us a lavish engagement party. I was made to feel very welcome. This was quite extraordinary given that Pearl was my wife's ex aunt through marriage and no one else honored us. She was a very bright and kind woman who generously gave of herself and acted and thought for herself. Not only was she compassionate, but her generosity and kindness knew no bounds. I admired her very business endeavors and she was a consummate self made woman. May she rest in peace this extraordinary kind and gentle and noble soul.
Dear Karen, I was so very sorry to hear about your beloved mum. Please know that I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. Sincerely, Kathy Saunders
DEAR FAMILY Pearl was a kind and compassionate lady. She was loved by so many. She loved her family and her many friends. Her inner beauty shone outside as well. Pearl is now at peace. She will be missed. Henry, Sonia and Karen Einstoss
She was a great lady and we loved her a lot..... her beautiful smile and spirit will be missed by many.May your many memories carry you through the difficult time ahead.
Love, Irwin and Elayne
Dear Karen and Charles, I was so honored to meet Pearl at Suzanne's shiva many years ago. She was an elegant, bright woman who was all about her family. We had many conversations and I always walked away knowing about her deep love for her 'girls' and in-laws. I will think of her often and always with sincere fondness. I hope in time your precious memories will sustain and strengthen you. I know her name will be for a blessing to her entire family now and forever. With love, Frances S.
Pearl was a truly remarkable woman. Brilliant, strong, kind, generous, fun, loving and so elegant. She was an important part of my life and was there for me in my time if need. Karen even generously let me call her Mom. Pearl was s mentor, a role model, an inspiration, but, most importantly a friend.
Dear Karen and family of Pearl, Z'L. I am so saddened to learn of your dear mother's
passing. She always had a smile, and a kind word to say, was a pleasure to work with,
a real lady.
I send you and your sisters , my heartfelt condolences.
Paula Bernstein
Brendy & Family,
My deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your mother. Though I never met your mother, I feel like I knew her from your many stories
Our family is very sad to hear of Pearl's passing. She was a force to be reckoned with. A kind heart and a loyal friend. She put up a good fight. Our thoughts are with her family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
I was very sorry to hear of the loss of Pearl. I knew her from work and always thought that she was a lady in all respects. May she rest in peace.
Frances Novack
dear Karen and Brendy, am very sorry to hear of your loss and offer my heartfelt condolences. i remember your mother as always sweet and lovely. may her memory be for a blessing
We are so very sorry to learn about the loss of our aunt. She was always such a kind and thoughtful woman. There are so many fond memories that we have of her...but her incredible love of animals and horses is what I have carried with me since I was a child. Our deepest sympathies to her girls and the family during this tough time. Sending lots of love your way.
We are shocked to read that our loving sweet compassionate Pearl has passed away may she rest in peace. Our sincerest condolences to the family. Pearl will be deeply missed by one & all.
A more devoted Mother, grandmother & great Grandmother will be hard to find. Our hearts are broken. Muriel & Harry Mendelson
My deepest heartfelt condolences to your family for the loss of beautiful Pearl. She was a caring and lovely lady. She was a dear friend to myself and my family. She will always live in my heart.
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I remember her fondly from days on Model Ave.
And then bumping into her with her "caravan of clothes"...it has been a long time since we've connected, but your Mom & all the Godfrey Girls, are part of my fond childhood memories.
Wishing you comfort at this difficult time.
Thinking of you all,
Karen (Fruitman) Garscadden
To The Pearl Godfrey Families,
My Mom Edie Creed came down from her farm and went to the Funeral and was not able to attend the Shiva.She wanted me to tell you how much she Loved Pearl and sends warm Regards from her and her condolences to all.She is Thinking of All of you at This Time with Lottsa Love
Edie Creed 905 -8594703
regards Simone
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of dear Pearl. She will so sadly missed by so many!
We were friends and neighbours for many years.
May she Rest in Peace.
Most sincerely...
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