Michael Madesker

MADESKER, Michael – Peacefully, at Mackenzie Health Hospital, on Monday, December 27th, 2021. Michael, beloved and doting husband of Sylvia for the past 65 years. Devoted father and father-in-law of Arlene, Debbie and Randy, and Greg and Shannon. Cherished Zaidy of Jordan and Christine, Ashley and Mark, Dustin and Alanna, Melissa, and Ruby-Jean. Loving great-grandfather of Lauren, Darcy, and Logan. He will be painfully missed by his extended family and close friends.

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Date of Death: Monday, December 27, 2021

Yahrzeit Day: 23 Tevet

Date of Funeral: Tuesday, December 28, 2021

Memorial Service Location: Private Family Service

Burial Service Location: Bathurst Lawn Memorial Park, Farband Lithuanian section

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 3:54 PM

Paula Press

May the wonderful memories of your dad, keep you strong at this time. He was a wonderful and loving husband, father, father in law, grandfather and great grandfather. He was always so proud of his whole family. Love Paula and Stewart

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 5:19 PM

Melissa Tward & Allan Goldberg

Dear Debbie, Our deepest and heartfelt condolences to you, Randy and your whole family on the passing of your father. Michael was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He cared so much about family and it showed in everything he did. May his wonderful memories bring you comfort at this time. Love Melissa & Allan

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 6:59 PM

Elaine Safer

Dear Debbie and family. So sorry to hear about your father. May you only have the best of memories. Elaine Safer

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 7:26 PM

Mila Bendayan

Dear Greg, Arlene, Debbie and family, My deepest condolences on your father’s passing. He was a wonderful man. I know how close you all were to him and how much he meant to you. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Sending my love. Mila Bendayan

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 7:49 PM

Betty Goldkind

Dear Debbie and Family, your father Michael, was a very kind and intelligent person. I always saw him at Sunrise and we would say hello to each other. He was my friend on facebook and always had a quick and witty answer for people who asked him questions. May your sorrow be inscribed with the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 8:34 PM

Robert Vogel

Dear Sue and Family, On behalf of the members of the Philatelic Specialists Society of Canada please accept our deepest condolences. Michael was an inspiration to all of us, his countless contributions to the hobby will never be matched or forgotten. Sincerely, Bob Vogel - President PSSC

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 9:42 PM

Ron Gertler

Our sincere condolences to the whole family. Ron and Cheryl

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 10:03 PM

Garfield Portch

Please accept the most sincere condolences from the Vincent Graves Greene Philatelic Research Foundation where a photo of Michael hangs proudly in the meeting room. Michael was a very fine and honourable gentleman who I was privileged to call my friend. Garfield Portch, President, VGGPRF

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 10:04 PM

Ben Cohen

Baruch Dayan Emet - Michael was a consummate gentleman and mensch, an inspiration to generations of Philatelists. Modest and kind, his great qualities were many. His memory is a blessing to all who knew him Ben Cohen- Winnipeg

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 10:05 PM

Ed Kroft

Sincere condolences on Michael’s passing. I am sorry for your loss. Michael did so much for so many in the stamp collecting world and was a mentor to me and so many others. He was a great contributor to the Society of Israel Philatelists and to the Royal Philatelic Society of Canada for many years. He will be missed. Alav hashalom. Ed Kroft

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 10:15 PM

Rosalie and Brian Antman

Debbie, Randy and family, We are so sorry for your loss and send our deepest condolences. We have great memories of your father from when we were neighbors many years ago. Our thoughts are with you.

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 10:18 PM

Anna Kremer

Dear Sue and family, I am sharing in your sorrow today. Michael was respected and loved by all who knew him. He was my lifelong friend, and I will miss him. May all your cherished memories be a comfort to you at this difficult time.

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 10:20 PM

Mattia Guida

My most sincere condolences to Michael's family. I shared with Michael a passion for philately and collecting stamps. Michael was a very experienced stamp collector, always happy to share his knowledge and expertise with other fellow collectors like me. He will be sadly missed by the whole philatelic community

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 10:41 PM

Lynn Lampert

Dear Madesker family-I'm so very sorry to hear the sad news. May the wonderful memories you have give you all comfort during this difficult time. BDE

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 10:53 PM

Roberta Kremer & Sandy Finkelstein

Dear Madesker Family, We were very saddened to hear of Michael's passing today. He was a warm and gentle person, with a twinkle in his eye and a smile for those he met. We will remember him always. Wishing you health, strength and peace

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Posted on 27.12.2021 - 11:09 PM

Sherry Dieks

Dear Debbie, Randy and the Madesker family I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father, grandfather and great grandfather. Please accept my sincere condolences. Deb, your dad was a very special person, and I know how close you were to him and how much he meant to you. You are a great daughter, speaking with him at least once every day if not more, always preparing special meals and taking it over to them. Taking care of all of his medical appointments etc... I remember your dad from when we were young and you lived on Clifton... and then years later, seeing your parents again during the short overlap of when my mom z'l was at Thorne Mill as well. I hope all of the wonderful and special memories are a comfort during the difficult days ahead. Baruch Dayan Ha’emet.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 12:00 AM

Andrew Chung

Dear Sue, Arlene, Debbie and Randy, and Greg and Shannon: My heartfelt condolence to each of you and your families on the unexpected news of Michael's passing. He will be remembered as a gentle man of patience, understanding, wisdom and wit. You truly are a "R"eal "D"elightful "P"erson.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 1:08 AM

Lorna Ross

Dear Debbie and family. I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved father. May the wonderful memories of him bring you comfort. Baruch Dayan H’Emek. Lorna and family.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 7:21 AM

Sheryl Miller

Dear Debbie, my condolences go out to you and your family at this difficult time. I know how much your father meant to you, and I hope his memory, legacy and stories you tell, will bring you comfort during this time, and always. Our deepest sympathies, Sheryl and Steve

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 8:29 AM

Jfarbstein

My sincere condolences. Let his memory be a blessing to the Madesker family at this time. Thinking about you Greg and Shannon.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 8:50 AM

Toba Abramczyk

May his memory be a blessing. He is a bright shining star in the night sky guiding your way so that you never know darkness.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 9:03 AM

Nathan Linderberg

Dear Greg, We wish to express our condolences on the loss of your Father. May the life he lived be of comfort to you and your family in the days ahead. Glennie and Nathan

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 9:18 AM

Lynn and Norman Purto

Dearest Debbie, Randy, Arlene, Greg, Sue and the rest of the family wishing you our deepest and heartfelt condolences to you all. We know how much he was loved and adored, what a special man he was and how proud you were of him, we know that you will have many, many wonderful memories that you will treasure for the rest of your lives.Love Norman and Lynn

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 9:28 AM

Ronny Billet

Debbie and family. My sincere condolences on the loss of your father. Hold on to all the memories! Ronny Billet

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 9:32 AM

Max and Tammi Rebboh

Dear Debbie, Randy and family. So sorry to hear about your fathers passing. May his wonderful memories keep you strong at this tragic time. Debbie, I remember the stories you use to tell about your dad. Sending our love. Max, Tammi and family

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 9:56 AM

Gayle and Ron Rubinoff

Dear Debbie, Randy and family, We are all so sorry to hear the news of your of your dad's, passing. Sending our love. Your dad was a true gentleman who always had a smile on his face. May your special memories of him give you strength during this difficult time and always.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 10:18 AM

Gary & Donna Waxman & Family

Dear Greg and the entire Madesker Family We are saddened to read of the passing of your beloved Husband, Father, Father in -law, Zaidy and Great Grandfather. May his memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 11:28 AM

Marcy Herscovitch

My condolences to you Debbie and your entire family. I’m so sorry for your loss. May he Rest In Peace ?

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 11:40 AM

Ros Martell

Dear Debbie: My condolences on the passing of your beloved father. You always spoke so highly of him and what a wonderful man he was. May his memory always be a blessing to you and the entire family.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 12:09 PM

Susan Kadish

My heartfelt condolences on everyone's tremendous loss. May your memories give you comfort during this difficult time.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 12:20 PM

Brenda Bader and Phil Scheim

Dear Debbie, Randy and Family, Our deepest condolences on the sad passing of your dad. May a lifetime of precious memories always bring you comfort and make you smile. He leaves a beautiful legacy of a close and loving family. Love, Brenda and Phil

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 12:28 PM

Sandy & Howard Besser

Dear Debbie, Randy and extended family, we are so sorry to hear of your great loss. Our deepest sympathies at this very difficult time.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 2:27 PM

Ken Grove & Leona Halpert

Hi Greg . So sorry to hear of your father's passing .You often spoke fondly of him over the years I've known you .May Hashem console you during this time and going forward

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 2:33 PM

Charles J G Verge

A mentor, an innovator, a sharer, a diplomat, a memory hors pair, a great philatelist, a supporter of youth, a warm heart, determined to get things done but most of all, a friend. RIP Michael. Your passing is a great loss to your family but also to your hundreds of friends in philately.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 4:55 PM

Goldie Sweigman

Dear Arlene and Sue and Family, Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Michael. We both have good memories and warm thoughts for all the years we knew him as a good neighbour. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time. May his memory be a blessing for all who knew him. Goldie and David

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 5:55 PM

Einhorn Family

Dear Debbie & Randy & Family, We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you all comfort during this difficult time. Love, Uncle Max, Cheryl & Murray & Family

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 6:09 PM

Einhorn Family

Dear Debbie & Randy & Family, We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you and your family comfort during this difficult time. Love, Uncle Max, Murray and Cheryl and family (Einhorn)

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 6:42 PM

Fran weisman

Dear Debbie, Randy and family. Our sincere condolences. May your father’s memory be a blessing for you. Fran and David Weisman

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 7:04 PM

Rhonda Wasserman

So sorry for your loss! May Michael rest in peace! May his memory be for a blessing! Wishing you all great strength at this sad time! BDE

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 7:24 PM

Carol Smaye

Dear Debbie, Randy & Family: My sincere condolences on the loss of you’re wonderful Dad, may his great memories help you all through this difficult time. RIP

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 7:34 PM

Carol Smaye

Debbie, Randy & Family: My sincere condolences. May you all find comfort during this difficult time with the great memories of your wonderful Dad. RIP

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 7:35 PM

Jason Green

It was an honour to know Michael Madesker and to call him my friend. I will remember fondly the times that he and his son Greg and I would spend talking and laughing together. And while I feel saddened by the loss of this wonderful man and wonderful friend, I believe that his impact and the memories he helped create, will live on and on. And so, through and past the mourning, there will be a celebration of life continuing in my heart. My very deepest condolences to Greg and his Family.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 8:09 PM

Mark Vatch

Dear Greg and Shannon and Ruby, I offer my heartfelt condolences on your profound loss. Greg, you were a devoted son .and made him a priority. May you never know such loss

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 8:14 PM

Lou Locatelli

Dear Arlene, Greg and Sue, our deepest condolences on the loss of you father and husband. We remember Michael fondly as a kind, gentle and worldly soul who welcomed us to the neighbourhood with open arms. We enjoyed our driveway chats and always came away having learned something and our lives enriched. May memories of happy times together bring you comfort. Patricia and Lou

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 8:35 PM

Renee Topper

Dear Debbie and family, I send my sincere condolences on the loss of your dearest Michael. As I write, I picture him and hear his voice….very soft and mellow. I remember a very kind man, a wonderful husband and father. Our families were intertwined because of you and your schoolmates at Bialik and I know we all share fond memories. May his memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 8:48 PM

Renee Topper

Dear Debbie and family, I send my sincere condolences on the loss of your dear Michael. He was a very kind man which reflected in his soft spoken voice. He was a loving father, husband and friend. Bialik will remember him warmly, as I do. May his memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 9:00 PM

Mark vatch

Dear Greg, Shannon and Ruby, My sincere condolences on your profound loss. You were always such a devoted son, you made him a priority. May you never know such sorrow Big hugs Mark

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Posted on 28.12.2021 - 9:44 PM

Joanne Mandaliti

Dear Debbie. My deepest condolences to you and your family. May his memory be a blessing. Joanne Mandaliti

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Posted on 29.12.2021 - 12:15 AM

Sharon Pellow

Dear Debbie and Randy; So sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences. May he rest in peace and may your memories bring you comfort. Sharon and Robin Pellow

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Posted on 29.12.2021 - 3:17 AM

Alan And Micki Cramer

Condolences to the family. Michael was my first employer in Toronto in 1977. It involved travelling together and I enjoyed his stories and memories. A gentle and caring person. A mensch! Alan Cramer.

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Posted on 29.12.2021 - 9:46 AM

Fay Goldberg

Dear Debbie and Family, My deepest heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the passing of your beloved father. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. May his memory be for a blessing always.

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Posted on 29.12.2021 - 11:02 AM

Cheryl Fisher

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.

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Posted on 29.12.2021 - 12:34 PM

Randi Saks

Dear Debbie, Thinking of you and your family. So sorry for your loss. I’m sure you are grateful to have had so many wonderful years with your father. His legacy will live on in your children and grandchildren. Love, Randi and Tom

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Posted on 29.12.2021 - 4:46 PM

Doris Blinick

To the Madesker family, my condolences on the loss of your beloved Michael. I have such fond memories from my childhood (even though he called me a meeseh moyd!). After not seeing each other for many years, he recognized me at the library and we had a lovely chat. I hope you find comfort in your memories of this wonderful man. He will be missed.

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Posted on 29.12.2021 - 11:32 PM

Ingo Nessel

My condolences to Sue and the family. Michael was the kindest, most supportive fellow stamp collector. I was blessed with his mentorship, sharp wit, and friendship. Michael's modesty in spite of great achievements was indicative of his strength of character. R.I.P. dear friend.

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Posted on 30.12.2021 - 1:04 AM

Yung Benson

Dear Sue and Family, please accept our deepest condolences. Michael was an inspiration to all of us. He was the father figure of FIP Youth Philately. Sincerely, Yung and David Benson

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Posted on 30.12.2021 - 2:26 PM

Carol and Danny

Deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved, Michael! He was the sweetest guy. Kind, mild mannered, a mensch! May his memory be a blessing. Carol and Danny

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Posted on 30.12.2021 - 6:10 PM

Paula and Lou Silver

We remember wonderful conversations about philately and his friendship with my brother, Allan Steinhart. Michael will be truly missed.

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Posted on 06.01.2022 - 12:28 AM

Cheryl Fisher

Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, and very dear.

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Posted on 13.01.2022 - 1:46 PM

Henny Rappaport

Dear Sue, Arlene, Debbie and Gregory. Michael found this notice 2 days ago and let me know about Michael's passing.. Both of us send our deepest sympathies. I have such strong memories of Michael beginning with my childhood. He was a wonderful son, husband, father and no doubt grandfather and a true friend to my parents. May his memory be a blessing and a source of comfort to all of you. Thinking of you, Henny

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Posted on 14.01.2022 - 10:53 AM

CLAUDIO ANTHONY GASPARINI

My sincere condolences to the Madesker Family in this painful time. Michael R.I.P.

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