Carol Ann Bargman

Private Family Service

Funeral service will be live-streamed. Please go to smclive.ca on Friday, February 26, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.

On Wednesday, February 24, 2021, Carol Bargman passed away at the age of 75.

Born on August 20, 1945 to Harry and Ettie (Greenberg) Bargman, Carol received her law degree in 1980 from Osgoode Hall. On March 2, 1975, she married Ron Metcalfe, who raised one son, Ryan.

Carol had a burning passion for justice, fiercely advocating for her clients in her 38 years of legal practice. She struck a perfect balance being both tough and exceptionally kind. In her free time, she loved to golf and was an active member of the Toronto Ladies Golf Club.

Carol was loved by all and her humour, passion, and kindness will be sorely missed but never forgotten.

Memorial donations may be made to the United Jewish Appeal 416-631-5685.

Date of Death: Wednesday, February 24, 2021

Yahrzeit Day: Adar 12

Date of Funeral: Friday, February 26, 2021

Memorial Service Location: Private Family Service

Burial Service Location: Pardes Chaim Cemetery, Kehillat Chaverim section.

Shiva Details: Shiva private

Message of Condolence

Posted on 25.02.2021 - 5:10 PM

Marcel Strigberger

Carrol and I shared office space for about 13 years. We successfully managed to overcome the many daily stressors of a litigation law practice with camaraderie and good humour. I much valued Carol’s congeniality. My condolences.

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Posted on 25.02.2021 - 5:13 PM

Marcel Strigberger

Carrol and I shared office space for about 13 years. We successfully managed to overcome the many daily stressors of a litigation law practice with camaraderie and good humour. I much valued Carol’s congeniality. My deepest condolences.

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Posted on 25.02.2021 - 5:18 PM

Ray Bernatt

My condelenc to the Bargman Family.

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Posted on 25.02.2021 - 5:19 PM

Sonia Etlin

Condolences to Ron, Ryan and the extended Bargman and Metcalfe families. Carol and I had a 30 year working relationship until fairly recently. I’m sorry for your loss.

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Posted on 25.02.2021 - 5:20 PM

Marion Tully

My condolences go out my friend Irene on the loss of her beloved sister ;Although I met Carol a very few times Irene spoke very highly of her. My heart goes out to her sister Yvonne and the whole Bargman family May her memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 25.02.2021 - 8:36 PM

Pam (Applebaum) Webber

I am sorry for your loss. I went to McMurrich Public School with Carol during the 1950’s. Lost touch after that.

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Posted on 25.02.2021 - 8:47 PM

Elaine Ross

Sincere condolences...may Carol’s memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 25.02.2021 - 9:29 PM

Lynn Chazen

Condolences to the Bargman and Metcalfe family. Carol was a wonderful part of our office “family”. She will be missed.

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Posted on 26.02.2021 - 1:40 PM

Ellen and Tony Leggieri, Jennifer and David

To Ron and Ryan, Sorry to hear about Aunt Carol, she was such a wonderful person, and I was always happy to be around her. Her sister Dorothy, my mother and Aunt Carol had a great relationship and always kept in touch. We are all sending you our love and condolences.

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Posted on 26.02.2021 - 1:43 PM

Brian Gwartz

As the youngest child of the family Bargman Family, Carol was as much like a sister to me though she was my Aunt. She was available to me to discuss the interesting life behavioral issues that are the normal wonderful experiences of growing up. She introduced me to the writings of Plato and helped me understand the complexity of philosophical thought. She shared the enormity of the moon landing while I was on a visit to Toronto. It was a wonder to watch her grow through the development of computer data entry, to system analyst, to lawyer and see the humanitarian develop, always serving as an example to me. Leading the way. No failure stopped her. No success satisfied her development, maturation and growth. Her laugh cheered us all. Her warm company will be missed. Her character will always serve as loving memories and future guidance.

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Posted on 26.02.2021 - 1:51 PM

The King Family

Our condolences to the family of a wonderful woman. As a child and good friend of Ryan, I only ever had fond memories of the Metcalfe household and warmth which was always received there by Carol and Ron.

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Posted on 26.02.2021 - 2:43 PM

Liz Steffner/Joanna Owen

I have known Carol for over 50 years through my sister Lynn and found her to be one of the strongest and most elegant people I had ever met. Words cannot express her quick wit, humour and intelligence. As my daughter, said, "to use a cliche, to know her is to love her". I will always remember Carol and admire her. My heart goes out to the family. When it is safe to gather we will be there.

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Posted on 26.02.2021 - 4:15 PM

Steven Rayson

Ron, my condolences to you and Ryan. May Carol be of blessed memory

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Posted on 26.02.2021 - 5:18 PM

Susan E. Steffner

Such a loss... a beautiful woman, a fervent and dedicated lawyer, a treasured friend of 6 decades. Our condolences to Ron, Ryan and all Family. A huge empty space has opened in our lives and we will fill it with the Joys of having known, loved and cherished Carol all these wonderful years. Adieu !

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Posted on 26.02.2021 - 5:27 PM

Jolanta Schwartz

Dear Ron and Ryan : Seymour and I send you our condolences on your loss of dear Carol. Spent some wonderful times together over the last 40 years or so. Loved to hear about her love of the law and her amazing sense of humour. She will be missed. Jolanta Schwartz

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Posted on 26.02.2021 - 6:31 PM

Eric Gossin

Carol was a friend and a colleague. I will miss her good nature and sound advice. I extend my condolences to her family on her passing. May her memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 26.02.2021 - 6:40 PM

Evelyn & Philip Rayson

Ron and Ryan, Philip and I send our condolences for your profound loss. May Carol’s memory forever be a blessing

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Posted on 26.02.2021 - 6:50 PM

Yetta Lewis

My heartfelt condolences Ron & Ryan to you and your family. Words can't describe how sorry I am at this loss. You're in my prayers. Carol was a dear friend, and I have many fond memories. May she rest in piece and her memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 01.03.2021 - 4:46 PM

peta Lomberg

I met Carol through golf. I enjoyed her wry sense of humor and her company on the course. My sympathies to you all.

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Posted on 01.03.2021 - 4:56 PM

Barbara Hejduk

I am so very sorry to hear of Carol's passing. I knew Carol from golf at Ladies' and always enjoyed her company on and off the course. My condolences to her family.

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Posted on 01.03.2021 - 5:28 PM

Betty Chee

Carol was a dear friend of the Ladies’ Golf Club of Toronto. I will miss her wit and wonderful sense of humour. My condolences to Ron and Ryan.

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Posted on 01.03.2021 - 6:17 PM

Tricia Thomas

My sincere sympathy to Carol’s family. I enjoyed playing golf with Carol and sitting with her after a round ,enjoying her keen sense of humour. We will miss her.

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Posted on 01.03.2021 - 11:02 PM

Sheilah Reid

I met Carol when we were on a golf trip to Bermuda with Ladies Golf Club. So enjoyed her tenacity, her advocacy and most of all her sense of humor. I will miss her. My heartfelt sympathy to her family

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Posted on 02.03.2021 - 8:51 AM

Sharon Brubacher

I first met Carol at Ladies' over dinner on the patio after a round of golf. We had a great chat that evening. She shared her passion for her legal career. We also shared golf stories that day and on future occasions. I always enjoyed her sense of humour. I was so sorry to hear of her passing. My sincere condolences to her family.

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Posted on 04.03.2021 - 7:10 AM

Ann Specht

i knew Carol through Ladies Golf Club and always enjoyed golf and a snack after the game with her. She will be missed.

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Posted on 04.03.2021 - 4:24 PM

Pat Crombie

I met Carol at Ladies Golf Club and had many enjoyable games with her, My sincere condolences to her sister Yvonne and Bargman and Metcalfe families.

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Posted on 13.12.2023 - 12:19 PM

Vic Wilson

Sad news. I went all through public school with Carol. She was my date for graduation at McMurrich Public School. May she rest in peace. 🙏

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Posted on 10.05.2024 - 11:32 AM

Elizabeth Steffner

Thinking of you

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