Itzhak Finkelstein

On Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at Mackenzie Health Hospital. Itzhak Finkelstein, beloved husband of the late Tova. Loving father and father-in-law of Rivka and Brian Neal, Jack Finkelstein and Rhonda Daiter-Finkelstein, and Mark and Rhonda Finkelstein. Cherished Saba of Kate, Sarah, Brooke (Jamie), Samantha (Daniel), Jordan, and Zachary. Proud Saba Raba of Sophie. He will be sadly missed and remembered by all his family and friends. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association 416-363-3373.

Date of Death: Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Yahrzeit Day: Adar II 24

Date of Funeral: Friday, April 5, 2024

Time of Funeral: 1:00 PM

Memorial Service Location: Graveside service at Pardes Chaim Cemetery

Burial Service Location: Pardes Chaim Cemetery, 11818 Bathurst St., Vaughan, Community section

Shiva Details: 120 Promenade Cir., Apt.310, Thornhill, L4J 7W9. Friends and family are invited immediately after the service to the address above. Shiva visits staring Sunday 2 to 4 p.m., and 7 to 9 p.m. Minha at 7:30 p.m. Shiva ends Thursday morning.

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 2:21 PM

120 Promenade Family

To the Extended Finklestein Famly: We are all so very deeply sadenned by the loss of your dear IZZY as he was known to the 120 Promenade family. Izzy dedicated himself to our Building as a respected Board member for many years with an uncomprimising attitude to do and get the best for everyone. He always greeted with a warm smile and welcoming demeanor. We hope it helps to comfort all of you knowing he was so well regarded and loved by so many and will be sadly missed. With our deepest condolences from the 120 PromenadeFamily, Board, Management and Residents

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 2:22 PM

Jacob crudo

Izu was a great guy. Our family grew up with his humor and jokes. He was a guy that can live for ever because you wanted him there. Our condolences to everyone that loved him, I will surely miss him in our lives. What will we do with the billion pokerpoints he leave behind?

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 2:23 PM

Itamar Lieberman

Very sorry to hear. My heart is heavy today.

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 2:24 PM

Rose Diker - Tweddle

Jack, Rhonda, Kate, Sarah and Brooke, I am so deeply saddened to hear about Saba. He had the warmest smile and I always looked forward to seeing him. I know he will be deeply missed. He is reunited now with Safta and they are watching over you everyday. Sending so much love!

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 2:38 PM

HUGO

My deepest condolences to the family. I will cherish the times we have spent together.

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 3:15 PM

Shmuel Kouperstein

Send my deepest sympathy to the Finkelstein family in the passing of Itzhak Finkesrein ז"ל.

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 3:23 PM

Shmuel Kouperstein

I knew Itzhak for maney years. He was always fun to be with him. I will miss him very much. May his memory be with us forever ברוך דיין האמת.

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 3:49 PM

Benji Crudo

Izu was like the grandfather I never had. I still can't forget how much my cheeks hurt after he gave them a strong pinch. Tova can finally set him straight for everything he's done since she passed. You will be missed and remembered. My sincere condolences to the Mark, Jack and Rivka. Love you guys from afar.

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 4:01 PM

Rachel Mackintosh & Josh Daiter

We are so saddened by the loss of Saba Finkelstein. He was a kind, affectionate, and humorous man that will be missed by us both. We will alway reflect fondly on our memories of him. Wishing the family all the best.

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 4:50 PM

Alice & Shlomo Solomon

We mourn the loss of a great friend. sorry that we can not pay you the proper final respect. Alice and Shlomo Solomon

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 6:18 PM

Ann Alemi

Sadly I did not have the privilege of meeting Katie’s Saba but was always happy to see videos she would send me of him imparting his wisdom and stories at his kitchen table. His endearing nature reminded me of my own grandfather. May he rest in peace. My condolences to the family on the passing of Saba.

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 6:46 PM

The Borovoys,

So sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts are with your family, the Borovoys

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 7:46 PM

Nava and Wayne silver

My cheeks will never be squeezed and pinched again like only he could do I will surely miss that and his big smile and hugs I hope he rests easy with the love of his life and his good friends 🙏 Sending you all our thoughts and prayers And may you enjoy many happy memories

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 8:36 PM

Kenney &Patricia Goldman

To Mark , Jack and all your family - please accept our sincere condolences. We know how much you worried and cared for your dad, especially with his recent hospitalizations. May his memory always be a blessing and a source of comfort to you. With love, Kenney and Patricia Goldman

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 8:47 PM

Laura Kestenberg

Deepest condolences to the Finkelstein family. I always enjoyed seeing Saba at family gatherings, birthdays and holidays. Sending my love to you all.

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 9:50 PM

Ruth tepper

Our sincere condolences to Itzhak family and friends. We always enjoy his humor and wisdom, may his soul rest in peace. Ruth and Mark

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 10:00 PM

Elaine Rochman

Rhonda, Mark and family, my sincere condolences to you. I got to know Izzy as we both enjoyed coffee time at the Promenade food court. He always greeted me with a smile and thoughtful conversation.

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 10:06 PM

Toby and Dana Merker

From our family to yours we send our deepest condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and love are sent to you during this time of mourning. Hugs to all who feel this loss

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 10:07 PM

Ady and Julius Moses

Our deepest condolences to the family. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

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Posted on 03.04.2024 - 11:45 PM

Steven Maislin

Jack, Mark and Family, my deepest condolences on the passing of your father.

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 9:04 AM

Marilyn Snider

To the FINKELSTEIN Family. We will all miss his wonderful smile. When ever we saw him there was always a huge hug and a little pinch on the cheek he will truly be missed . Our heart felt condolences to all the kids and grandkids and Sophie who was his first great great grandchild who he just adored Our hearts are full of memories so we will never forget Izzy. May he rest in peace Marilyn & Mel

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 9:09 AM

Lianne Crudo

To everyone in the family, I am sad that I won't be able to be there with you but will be in spirit for sure. Izu was a great guy with so many memorable traits. He always had an opinion on just about everything, knew just about everyone, had a joke for every occasion, as well as a smile and cheek pinch. He was a big guy with a bigger heart. He filled in as a sort of father, father-in law, and grandfather for us and we loved him. Tova had a few years break from him but I am sure he's back on her case again already. You will be missed.

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 9:40 AM

Orit sheck

Rivka, jack and Mark and families. We would like to extend our deepest condolences on the loss of your father, grandfather. May he rest in peace. Barouch Dayan Haemet

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 9:52 AM

Frieda Walton

Izzy was a breath of fresh air in the coffee area of the mall. Tough yet so sweet. He always had a welcoming smile. Everyone stopped to chat with him. May you find comfort in wonderful memories and strength from your dear family.

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 10:16 AM

Carol Szymkowicz

FINKELSTEIN Family So Sorry for your loss. May you know no more sorrows. Carol and Henry Szymkowicz

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 10:49 AM

Carl Cimprich

My deepest sympathies to all the family. To Rivka, knowing what a wonderful person you are, I also know the world has lost a wonderful soul in your father. Peace and strength, and love to you all in these very sad times. Carl C

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 1:12 PM

Paul Sherman Elly Sherman

Dear Finkelstein family . We are very sorry for your loss. Izzy always greeted us with a huge smile and a sloppy kiss. He was a gentle man. Our sincere condolences. Elly and Paul

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 3:56 PM

Niki Rosenshein

Dear Rivkah and family. With deep sadness we extend condolences to you and your family. Your father was a wonderful man with a tremendous love of life. He and Marv had such a wonderful friendship! Long life to you and your family!

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 5:09 PM

Steve and Sheila Simmons

Steve and I are so sorry for your loss. We always loved running into your dad ,with his wonderful welcoming smile and his warmth beyond words .

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 5:30 PM

Greg Cook

I was very sorry to hear about the passing of Itzhak Finkelstein. I did not know Itzhak personally but I do know his daughter Rivka very well and I know he was a wonderful human being. My heart is with the whole extended family at this sad time. Thankfully Itzhak and Tova are together again.

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 6:18 PM

Malki and Izzie Abrams

Jack and Rhonda, Brooke and Jamie. Our deepest condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather. May your good memories comfort you in the days to come.

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 8:29 PM

Michele and Howard Lenick

We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved father and grandfather. May his memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 8:35 PM

Debra Birnbaum

Finkelstein Family, Sending our deepest condolences on the passing of your dear father, grandfather and great grandfather to Sophie ! Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time, Debra Birnbaum and Stephen Chris and Family

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 8:37 PM

Sherry & Jay Weiss

Rhonda, Jack, Brooke, Jamie, Sarah and Kate. Our deepest condolences on the loss of your father and Saba. Cherish the good memories during this difficult time.

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Posted on 04.04.2024 - 9:56 PM

Ruth & Mark Sheinfeld

Dear Finkelstein Family. We are so saddened to hear about your beloved Izzy. Such a sweet man with a loving smile and always ready to give a hug and kiss. He will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Sending our deepest condolences and love Ruth & Mark

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Posted on 05.04.2024 - 11:43 AM

Honey and Marty Kane

Dear Rhonda,Mark and Finkelstein family, Our deeply condolence on the loss of your father, father law, Zaidy and great Zaidy, May your wonderful memories sustain you. Honey and Marty

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Posted on 05.04.2024 - 2:14 PM

Jennifer Solomon

My heart broke hearing that Itzhak passed away. I will miss the cheek squeezing and the love that he gave to us all. Please know that he will be remembered so fondly.

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Posted on 05.04.2024 - 2:25 PM

Niki & Marvin ROSENSHEIN

Dear Rivkah, and family. Our deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved Izzy. Truly a mench, with a love of life! May you find comfort from your cherished memory. Long life to you and your beautiful family. Much love, NIKI & MARV ROSENSHEIN

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Posted on 05.04.2024 - 9:06 PM

Steven, Susan, Evan and Brett

Dear Mark and Rhonda, Jack and Rhonda, Rivka and Brian and grandkids, We're are all so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Izzie/Saba was truly a sweet, warm and kind man. Tough too! He loved, hugged, and squeezed harder than most. We loved being with "saba" at simchas and family functions, where he held us all so tight and told stories from back in his day. He always took a genuine interest in what we, and the kids were doing and always made us feel welcomed. We'll all miss him.

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Posted on 06.04.2024 - 12:02 PM

Shoshana Meirovitz

Dear Itzhak you were my brother in law but you were more my big brother, you knew me since I was born and treated me like one of your kids, we had many good times together which I cherish always. I’m sad you’re Not with us anymore but know you must be glad to be reunited with my sister your beloved wife for 60 years. I love you both with all my heart and miss you forever. Rest in peace.

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Posted on 07.04.2024 - 5:02 AM

Shiri Shwartz

My condolences to our Finkelstein family - Itzhak was such a funny, knowledgable, warm person with his smile, pinch on the cheek and calling me "mamale" whenever we met. He will be greatly missed. I love you uncle Itzhak.

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Posted on 09.04.2024 - 8:33 PM

Kelly Peters

Dear Jack and family, I was sorry to hear of your loss. Reading through all of the condolences shows him to have been a very special man. Sending you love and my condolences.

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