Judith Mandel

Esther Bat Harry Ve Ida

In addition to the in-person service at the Chapel, the funeral will also be live-streamed. To view the service virtually, please go to https://smclive.ca/ on Monday, July 15th, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.

Passed away peacefully at her home after a long battle with cancer. Beloved wife of the late Raymond. Loving and devoted mother and mother-in-law of Carl and Lisa, Ruth and Andy, David and Denica. Cherished grandmother of Ziva (Gareth), Tai’o, Cooper, Aden, and Ayla. Proud great-grandmother of Avery. She will be sadly missed by her sister Susie (Emile), nieces Michelle and Ariel, their families and many friends. Many thanks to Joy and her other caregivers for their care and devotion.

Memorial donations may be made to the Sunnybrook Hospital, c/o Odette Cancer Centre 416-480-4483

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Date of Death: Saturday, July 13, 2024

Yahrzeit Day: Tammuz 7

Date of Funeral: Monday, July 15, 2024

Time of Funeral: 2:00 PM

Memorial Service Location: Chapel service at Steeles Memorial Chapel, 350 Steeles Ave. W., Thornhill

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

Shiva Details: 24 Cortleigh Blvd., Toronto, M4R 1K6. Shiva visits immediately after the service till 5 p.m., and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday 2 to 5 p.m., and 7 to 9 p.m. Evening services at 7:30 p.m. Shiva will conclude Thursday morning.

Message of Condolence

Posted on 14.07.2024 - 4:16 PM

Kosoy Estelle

To the family, My heartfelt condolences to all of you. I met Judith and Susie at dance class many years ago. I am very sorry for your great loss. More recently, Judith was an inspiration to us all. We will miss her. Estelle Kosoy

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Posted on 14.07.2024 - 8:58 PM

Jeff Mooallem

Linda and I were saddened to hear about Judy's passing. As long time fellow members of the Five Winds Ski Club, we knew her very well and loved her as many members did. I was on the club executive team at the same time as she and Ray were, and had our meetings at their house. I also have memories of our camping trips together. Judy always had a smile on her face. She loved the outdoors and loved what we accomplished at Five Winds. Our deep condolences to the Mandel family. May her memory be a blessing. Jeff Current President of Five WInds

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Posted on 14.07.2024 - 9:08 PM

Anne Wootten

Dear Mandel Family, I am sending you my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved Judy. I used to dance with her in Sarina's classes, and last summer, visited with her at the park gatherings when she was able to attend. Always curious, and interested in what everyone was doing, she will be missed. Please accept my deepest sympathy, Anne Wootten

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Posted on 14.07.2024 - 9:56 PM

David Stone

Dear Ruth, My sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. I have such fond memories of meeting her at Tai'o's bar mitzvah. Wishing you are and your family strength and love at this difficult time.

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Posted on 14.07.2024 - 10:01 PM

Les and Liz Birchall

Ruth, Andy, Ziva and Tai'o. We are sending our heartfelt condolences. Judy's passing is a great loss to so many. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. With much love! Les and Liz Birchall

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Posted on 14.07.2024 - 11:29 PM

Adrienne and Myra Rosen White

Dear Judy, You were the matriarch of your family and an amazing role model. You cared so much for people and changed the lives of so many. You were inspired by the children of Guatemala and were a great contributor to Access Education Guatemala. I remember you telling me that you hoped you could go on a tour there with me. While we weren't close, your energy and love were contagious and I am blessed to have known you. Your legacy lives on in Ruth, Andy, your kids, you grandchildren and your new baby great granddaughter. And to the entire family, our sincere condolences. May she continue to inspire and may her memory always be a blessing. Adrienne, Myra, Sally, Alana z'l

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Posted on 15.07.2024 - 6:45 AM

Laurie Faith

When we moved into our house two doors down from Judy, I often saw her taking walks up the street. We became fast friends, because she would always stop to say hello and to let me say hello to Roger. She had such a generous and warm spirit - asking about my family, sharing her own stories, and telling me the history of the street. She was the best kind of elder. She was sweet, caring, fun, wise, and strong. Her spirit was so big that it seems much too early to have lost her. She made such a big impact here on Corteligh and will be remembered for a very long time. Rest in peace, my dear friend Judy.

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Posted on 15.07.2024 - 7:09 AM

Margaret Singer

Dear Carl, Ruth, David, Suzy and family - sincere condolences on the passing of your dear Judy. Such a lovely, quiet, interesting person. Always so well informed - knew so much about everything going on in the city. I danced with her for so many years with The Vintage Dancers. We won't be the same without her.

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Posted on 15.07.2024 - 7:34 AM

Rickey Belman

I send my sincere condolences to the Mandel family and Susie. Judy has been in and out of my life for over 70 years, starting with memorable shared limousine rides for Susie, Judy and me to our weekly after-school modern dance lessons with Dorothea Brown, then at Camp Kvutza, where Judy was my counsellor one year. As friends of the Shiffs, we shared several events over the years. In recent years, we exercised and schmoozed as Active Agers. In her calm, reasoned way, Judy shared details of her medical condition and treatments, and provided inspiration as she persevered when others might have been more cautious. I hope your wonderful memories will help comfort you at this difficult time. I will always remember her with fondness.

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Posted on 15.07.2024 - 11:57 AM

Geraldine Love

My deepest sympathy to the whole family. I have always count myself lucky to have known Judy and Ray, having worked for Princess Management for 31 years. She will always be remembered for her gentleness, humility, thoughtfulness and the sincerity in every word she speaks. ***Thank you Judy for your kindness, you will be greatly missed. ***

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Posted on 15.07.2024 - 1:08 PM

BALLA SMITH

Our sincere condolences to the Mandel family. We were very fond of Judy. Balla & Abi

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Posted on 15.07.2024 - 2:25 PM

Jim McInnes

I knew Ray and Judy from the ski club to which they were very devoted. They were both very kind to my wife Anne and myself when we were first starting our family. I have missed Ray for some years now and now I miss Judy.

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Posted on 15.07.2024 - 2:45 PM

Breeze family

we are so sorry to hear about Judy's passing and we will miss her. Sending all our love and heartfelt sympathy during this very difficult time of your lives.

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Posted on 16.07.2024 - 11:46 AM

Sheila Bain

Dear Mandel family and Susie, i have fond memories of Judy. I shared a tent with her at Camp Kvutza when she was head councillor. Many years later went with her and the Shiffs to the Galapagos. I heard of her realistic,honest and brave manner in which she faced her diagnosis. It did not surprise me because that was how she forged ahead in life. I wish you no more sorry . My condolences. Sheila Bain

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Posted on 16.07.2024 - 9:50 PM

Helen Winkler

Judith volunteered with my dance group Move 'N Mingle for people disabilities for many years. She was always so positive and enthusiastic in her support of our group. I send my most heartfelt condolence to your family.

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Posted on 17.07.2024 - 12:10 PM

Heather Brooks-Hill

Oh Ruth, and your brothers, sorry to hear the news of your Mom. Take good care of each other. Love, Heather & Jeremy

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Posted on 20.07.2024 - 1:18 AM

Lance

Hello Carl, Ruth, and David. I wish I could have met her one more time. Such a special women. My memories are so special. Goes back a lot of years.

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Posted on 20.07.2024 - 7:20 PM

Geoff and Anne Gouinlock

Our most sincere condolences to all her family. Judy ( and Ray) our neighbours for more than 20 years. We shared a backyard ( no fence needed!) and they were always friendly, interested in our children as they grew up, and willing to share any chore or task on the property line. Watching Judy cross- country ski through North Toronto after a winter storm was an inspiration! We are saddened by her passing and Cortleigh Blvd will not be the same without her. Please accept our sincere condolences at your loss. Geoffrey and Anne Gouinlock

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Posted on 24.07.2024 - 11:37 PM

Randi and Randy Leifer

Dear Carl, Ruth, David and family. We were saddened to hear about the passing of your dear mom, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a wonderful woman and a true matriarch of the family. May her memory be a blessing to all of you and you cherish the good times.

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