Martin Baranek

Michael Ben Moshe Dov Ve Chaya

Funeral service will be live-streamed. Please go to https://youtu.be/mfJOzouCGus on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at 1:30 p.m.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Martin Baranek. Beloved husband for 69 years of Betty Baranek. Loving father of Morry (z”l) and Arlene, Mark and Nava, Lenny and Ita, and Marlene. Adoring Zadie of Hayley and Uriel, Reide and Cam, Jamie, Palmer and Sam, Brett, Sam, Brandon, Jenna and Cole. Great-Grandfather to Maya and Judah. Also loved by Sam Pillersdorf and Syd Beder.

Born in Wierzbnik, Poland in 1930, Martin miraculously survived the atrocities of the Holocaust (though his brother, father and numerous family members did not). He made his way to pre-state Israel and then was reunited with his mother in Canada where he built a wonderful life for himself and his family. His passion for life never waivered and he never harboured any bitterness – even after Morry’s death in 2001. He was the patriarch of our family – we had the incredible good fortune to love him and be loved by him. After retirement, he became a leader and educator ready to share his story and his life lessons inspiring countless people . He maintained many close and long term friendships in Canada, U.S. and in Israel.

Without him here, we will strive to embody his commitment to family, friends and the Jewish community.

We are beyond grateful for the loving care that Belinda, Sally, Mary Ann, Janet and Michelle have provided for Martin.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to

A. Beth Torah Congregation – https://bethtorah.ca; or

B. March of the Living Canada – https://www.jewishtoronto.com/donate-to-mol or March of the Living U.S. – https://friendsmotl.org

Shiva visits begin at 7 p.m. on Sunday January 15, 2023 at 20 Tregellis Road, Toronto.

Date of Death: Friday, January 13, 2023

Yahrzeit Day: Tevet 21

Date of Funeral: Sunday, January 15, 2023

Time of Funeral: 1:30 PM

Memorial Service Location: Synagogue service at Beth Torah Synagogue, 47 Glenbrook Ave., Toronto

Burial Service Location: Bathurst Lawn Cemetery, 6033 Bathurst St, Toronto , Wierzbniker section

Shiva Details: 20 Tregellis Rd., Toronto, M3H 1K2. Shiva visits 2 to 5 p.m., and 7 to 9 p.m. Maariv at 7 p.m.

Message of Condolence

Posted on 14.01.2023 - 7:27 PM

Marilyn & Howard Walton

Dear Betty and the entire family I am so saddened to hear of Martin’s passing! I have great memories growing up with our families at Beth Torah which was so much a big part of his life. My trip to March of the Living was very special to me and will remain in my heart forever. He gave so much to his trips and we were fortunate to be with him. There is nobody who felt it, taught it with all his heart and soul as he did and I feel blessed that we were there with him. He loved his family so much and always shared his memories of all of them! He always had a smile on his face and loved to toast with his glass of wine! We will keep his memories in our hearts forever. I wish your family strength through this difficult time.