Barbara Epstein

Bayla Bat Faivel

Donations in Barbara’s memory may be made to Runnymede Healthcare Centre of the Humber River Hospital.

Following the funeral service, family and friends are invited to the family home until 5:30 p.m.

Date of Death: Friday, September 6, 2024

Yahrzeit Day: 3 Elul

Date of Funeral: Sunday, September 8, 2024

Time of Funeral: 2:00 PM

Memorial Service Location: Graveside Service

Burial Service Location: Pardes Chaim Cemetery 11818 Bathurst Street Richmond Hill, ON

Shiva Details: Shiva will be observed privately.

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Posted on 06.09.2024 - 5:13 PM

Evelyne Michaels

We knew and loved Barbara for many years. She took care of our older son Adam when he was a young child and we trusted her completely. I was a childhood friend of Joanna’s in Montreal and first knew Barbara as her mom. When all of us ended up in Toronto it made sense to ask her if she might like to babysit for Adam a few afternoons a week. She loved the idea. None of his own grandparents lived here so Barbara took on the role of granny, practicing for the real thing when her own grandson Seth was born many years later…She faced many challenges as she gre older: the loss of her husband Lionel, changes in her physical health. She greeted these problems with a cheerfulness and determination that allowed her to keep going. I was amazed to see such physical and mental relisience in such a diminutive lady! Her ckampion and main support was always there in the form of Josnna. They shared a special kind of liove and devotion. Barbara, dear, we will miss you. We are all better for having known you. Rest in peace. Evelyne Michaels & David Nayman Adam & Matthew Nayman and their families

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Posted on 07.09.2024 - 11:28 AM

Carolyn Frieman Shapir

Joanne, We were sorry sorry to learn of the passing of your dear mother. She was a warm, loving and gracious person. May all of your wonderful memories of her help you through this challenging time. Our thoughts ar with you and your family. May her name be for a blessing. All our best, Carolyn and Jonathan Shapir

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Posted on 08.09.2024 - 10:30 AM

Louise Gorby

Dear Joanne. I was sorry to hear of your mum's passing. May good memories comfort you at this time. Louise

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