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 Thursday  October 16th, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.

Abtan, Bryna Penny (nee Gencher) – with great sadness we share the passing of Bryna Abtan z”l who passed away peacefully on Monday, October 13 after a valiant two-year fight with cancer.  Bryna was a special soul with a zest for life and an infectious smile that would light up any room.

Bryna was someone who loved Jewish holidays and enjoyed entertaining family and friends, and she always made sure to keep an extra spot for anyone who wanted to participate. Professionally, Bryna was a gifted Registered Dental Hygienist who loved her work, dedicating herself to the care of her patients who were like family to her. She was blessed to have found a passion in a field where she excelled and made a difference in people’s lives every day.

Bryna leaves behind her soulmate and husband of 35 years, Jean-Claude (JC) and her beloved children, Arielle and Seth. Bryna was predeceased by her father, Irving Gencher z”l, her grandparents Hilda and Sam Cowan and is survived by her mother, Merle Gencher, her brothers Mark (Carla), Warren (Janice), and Phillip as well as a multitude of nephews and nieces who she adored greatly. She was a loving and supportive daughter-in-law to her late father-in-law Raphael z”l and is survived by her mother-in-law Perla Abtan.

Donations can be made to Hatzoloh Toronto (https://hatzolohtoronto.org) in memory of the Nifteret.