Connie Kussner - Steeles Memorial Chapel

The funeral will be live-streamed. To view the service virtually, please go to https://smclive.ca/ on Thursday October 20, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

KUSSNER, Connie – On Wednesday, October 19, 2022

It is with immense sorrow that we announce the passing of Connie (Monson) Kussner, loving mother and mother-in-law of Mindy and Jeremy Alter, John Kussner and Julia Greenfield, Francy Kussner and Arthur Yallen, Barney (z”l) and Lisa Kussner, and Sara Kussner.

Beloved Bubbie to Norman, Lainie and Gabriel Yallen, Harrison & Ksenia, Dylan and Emma Kussner and Noah Alter.

Wife of the late Dr. Norman Kussner (z”l), Dr. Joel Zeldin (z”l) and Louis Soberman (z”l).

Predeceased by her brothers and sisters-in-law Rabbi David and Sue Monson, Juair and Jean Monson, Danny and Edie Monson.

Adored by her many nieces and nephews.

Connie was a woman of incredible strength, intellect and zest for life who was a true matriarch – dedicated to her family and community.

Over the years, she was a devoted friend to many, and a fixture at Hadassah-Wizo events, various choirs, synagogue lunch and learns, the symphony and United Bakers.

She had a profound love for Israel and was proud to share that she was fortunate to travel there 18 times.

She sat proudly at the head of the table at countless Shabbat and holiday dinners.

She will be deeply missed. May her memory be for a blessing.

Thank you to Letty Guallar for her extraordinary care and to Dr. Imrie for his kindness and compassion.

Donations in Connie’s memory may be made to to Canadian Shaare Zedek Foundation www.hospitalwithaheart.ca 416-781-3584 or Canadian Hadassah-WIZO https://secure2.convio.net/hwo/site/Ecommerce/Ecommerce?store_id=2341 416-477-5964.

The funeral service will be held on Thursday October 20, 2022 at 11 am at Steeles Memorial Chapel, 350 Steeles Avenue West. Burial will take place at Mount Sinai Memorial Park, 986 Wilson Ave, Beth Sholom section.

Following the burial, family and friends are invited to 99 Brookview Dr.

The shiva will take place daily from 2-5pm and 7-9pm, concluding Wednesday morning, October 26, 2022 (there will be no shiva on Saturday).

Message of Condolence

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 1:53 PM

Maureen Rose MONSON Katz

To my beloved precious Auntie Connie. You have and always will be my mentor and special wonderful Auntie. You will be with me always and forever. Rest In Peace and know that you have left a legacy of good everywhere. So happy we had lunch in August at UB. ❤️✡️❤️

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Posted on 19.10.2022 - 2:19 PM

Lindy, Adam, Sammy, and Chloe Kramer

Although we did not know Connie personally, she held a special place in our favourite Kindergarten teacher's heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sara, during this difficult time. Sending you our love and condolences. - the Kramer Family

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 2:40 PM

Candace Vogel

Deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. May her memory always be a blessing. David Goodbaum & Candace Vogel

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 2:44 PM

Howard Libstug

My condolences to Francy and the entire family on your loss.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 2:57 PM

Deborah Anschell and Howard Shiffman

Dear Mindy and Jeremy and family, We are so sorry to hear about Connie's death. We have happy memories of spending time with her at Beth Torah, and at your home. We will remember her as a very warm, kind, intelligent and elegant woman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 3:03 PM

Simone Collier & Jeff Waldman

Dear Mindy, Jeremy, and Noah - so very sorry to read of the loss of your mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother. How very sad for all of you. We remember her very well, sitting beside you at services at shul. May her memory be a blessing.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 3:09 PM

Linda Marquette-Kleiman

Mindy Jeremy Noah and family We are deeply sorry to hear about Connie...a pleasure to have known her. Strength and endurance are what come to mind when thinking of her. A warm hug from all of us Linda Rob Josh and Ethan Kleiman

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 3:21 PM

Rhonda, Jeff, Max and Lorne Levy

Dear Francy and Arthur, Norman, Lainie, Gabe, and the extended Family: Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the tremendous loss of your truly special mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother. Connie was a most elegant and interesting woman, so devoted to her family and to Judaism. A true Eyshet Chayil. May her memory be a blessing to you now and forever. Rhonda, Jeff, Max and Lorne Levy

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 3:29 PM

Jeff, Rhonda, Rebecca & Shawn, Daniel & Dara Roberts

Dear Sara and family, we are so sad to learn of your Mom passing away. Your Mom was so lovely, warm and friendly. My parents always fondly spoke about her and her brother, your uncle Rabbi Monson. They knew each other for a very long time. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all - the Roberts Family

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 3:30 PM

Helen Fox

Dear Mindy, Jeremy and Noah Our sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved mother, mother in law and Buby. She was a special lady and I recall many a lovely conversation with her. May you know no more sorrow. Helen and Harry

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 3:44 PM

Lisa Higginbottom

Sara and Family, I am sorry for your loss.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 3:55 PM

Angela pelliccione

Dear Sara, I’m deeply sorry to hear this sad news. Thinking and praying for you and your family. Hoping that the you have some comfort being with family and friends during this difficult time. Sincerely, Angela

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 4:07 PM

Alexandria Newman

Dear Sara and Family, Sending heartfelt condolences, prayers, and lots of love for your beautiful Mom and Bubbie. Sara, I know what a special bond you had with your Mom. It was always wonderful seeing you together at synagogue. May her memory forever be a blessing. xo Ali

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 4:12 PM

Stephen Farb and Esther Yermus

Connie was the embodiment of the "eishet chayil." It's hard to believe she's gone. May her memory be a great blessing, and my you all be comforted among your loving family, devoted friends, and the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 4:15 PM

Stephanie Patterson

Sara and family, I am very sorry for your loss. You have shared countless stories of your mom over the years and I know she was a very special lady. She was so fortunate to have such a loving family. Her memory will always be with you.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 4:23 PM

Jeffrey and Joanna Shore

Francy and family, I'm so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. May your best memories of her be a blessing and bring you comfort at this difficult time.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 4:35 PM

Sharron Elkouby

Dear Mindy, Jeremy and family, Thinking of you at this difficult time. I have fond memories of seeing Connie at shul over the years. I remember her as an elegant, lively, intelligent woman. May you find comfort in your memories and support in each other.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 4:50 PM

Fran Sonshine

Dear Kussner family I was so sad to hear the news about Connie. Although I have not seen her in a long time, I remember her fondly from our years in Hadassah-WIZO. She was a vivacious, bright woman with whom it was always a pleasure to spend time and conversations. She was a mentor and inspiration to so many. May the many good memories you have bring you comfort at this sad time

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 5:01 PM

Jeff Yermus

Dear Francy, Arthur, Mindy, Jeremy, Sara

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 5:08 PM

Rick Levine

So sorry for your loss, Auntie Connie will be fondly remembered.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 5:12 PM

Belinda Ng

Dear Sara and family, I am deeply sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest condolences to you all. My heart goes out to all of you. It was truly special to have heard all of your warm stories about your mom throughout the years. Sending you comfort and so much love during this difficult time. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 5:13 PM

Nancy Levine

To the entire Kussner Family and Extended Family, so sorry for your loss.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 5:24 PM

Arthur and Marcia (Goldkind) Zalev

Connie and Norman were our neighbours on Dewbourne. I was in my early teens and babysat occasionally for Mindy. They met my husband as we were dating. We were were always so delighted over the years to bump into her and catch up. She was always so proud of her family.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 5:43 PM

Shelly & isobel kideckel

Dear Sara & extended family. Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your wonderful mom, mother-In-law & bubbie. She was a beautiful person and will be missed by all. Our thoughts And prayers are with you all. Sending hugs to all of you

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 5:49 PM

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 6:17 PM

Jodie Katz & Jeff Srour and family

We are never ready for the inevitable especially when a person as illuminating and full of life, as was dear Auntie Connie, passes on. Her legacy is robust and the memories fond and her spirit will always have a place at every simcha, forever. We will miss her so.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 6:23 PM

Jessica Baugniet

Our deepest condolences to our beloved kindergarten teacher and friend Sara Kussner and the entire Kussner family. Wishing you peace as you move forward loving and remembering Connie Kussner always. Jessica, Abby, Mason and Bennett

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 6:50 PM

Helen Lipson-Fox

Mindy, Jeremy, Noah and family, Our condolences go out to you and your entire family. I remember seeing Connie in shul over the years and it was obvious how proud she was of her family. I remember her always being elegantly dressed and a very intelligent and lively woman. I know that she will be missed by many. May her memory be a blessing.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 7:23 PM

Jodi and Brooke Roth

Dear Sara, Francy, Mindy, John and Family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wonderful mother Connie. I have known her for most of my life and loved her like a second mother. She was such an amazing person. My heartfelt condolences at this difficult time.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 8:06 PM

Jane Reiner

So sorry to hear the passing of Connie such a sweet warm loving person and a wonderful customer at United Bakers will miss her. Thoughts and Prayers to the Family.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 9:54 PM

Sharon Gerstein & Paul Weingarten

Dear Mindy and Jeremy and family, we are so sorry for your loss.

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 10:11 PM

Angela Sosnow

Dear Mindy and Jeremy and family. Our deepest condolences on your loss. Our thoughts are with you. May your mother’s memory be for a blessing and bring you comfort during this difficult time. Angela Sosnow and Allen Charney

Posted on 19.10.2022 - 11:33 PM

Suzanne, Larry, Jamie and Noah Ross

Francy, Arthur, Gabe, Lainie and Norm, Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your mother/grandmother. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. May her memory be for a blessing. xo

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 2:19 AM

Pearl Saban

Dear John and Julia, and extended Kussner family, Condolences to you all on the grievous loss of your beloved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, aunt and friend. Your mother was very elegant and down-to-earth and left a good impression on me whenever we had reason to meet. May she rest in eternal peace, and continue to guide you all from her place high above. HaMakom yenachem etchem b'toch she'ar avelei Tzion v'Yerushalayim. May you only know from simchas.

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 4:53 AM

Yvonne, Hadi, Maya, Noam, Liat and Niv

Dear Francy, Arthur, Norman, Lainie, Gabe and all the Kussner family. It was so sad to hear about Connie’s passing. We have so many fond memories of her but we will always remember her most for her strength, wit and determination. She was a very special lady who will be missed by all those she touched. May her memory give you strength in the years to come. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your families at this difficult time. Sending our love and deepest condolences- The Orr family

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 7:18 AM

Hope Springman and Kenneth Norwich

Dear Mindy, Jeremy, Noah and family, We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of your beautiful and beloved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother. She was very special to my mother and me, as she was the first friend we made at Beth Torah after we moved to Toronto from Winnipeg. We so enjoyed sitting with her every Shabbat at kiddush lunch, and she was always warm and kind to us. We loved her stories about growing up in Ottawa, and we shared a profound love of family, Israel and community. May her memory always be a blessing - she will be missed greatly. Sincerely, Hope and Kenny

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 8:00 AM

Kate Osborne

Sara and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was an amazing woman. She has such a special place in your heart. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 10:26 AM

Joanne Fagan

Sara and Family, My deepest sympathy for your enormous loss. Your devotion and love for your mom and hers for you, was incredibly special. Thinking of you and sending you strength and support. Joanne

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 10:57 AM

Belle Kizell (Belinda Duke)

Dear cousins and families, your mother was a beautiful woman of love and faith who taught me much in the times we had together. May Connie's memory be a blessing to all.

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 11:00 AM

Lynn Cutler

Connie was a much loved member of the Shalom Singers choir. She was an enthusiastic participant who enjoyed engaging with all the singers, as we enjoyed chatting with her. My condolences to her family. May her memory be for a blessing.

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 11:59 AM

Marcie and Lindsay Swartz (Krofchick)

Dear Mindy and the Kussner, Alter families I’m very sorry to hear about your mother. It’s been a very long time since cedarvale days but I have many fond memories. May her memory be a blessing

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 12:15 PM

Brenda Kane

I was very sorry to hear of Connie's passing. I knew her and the family for many years and remember her as a very special person. My thoughts are with all of you. May her memory be a blessing.

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 12:41 PM

Marty Ginsherman

Arthur and family, I’m so sorry to learn about your mother. You all must have special thoughts about her. May her memory be a blessing

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 4:02 PM

Diane Grafstein

So sad to see that fellow Ottawan and Hadassah member has died. She was a lovely, warm friend, I will miss her.

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 5:05 PM

Marcie Swartz. (Krofchick)

Dear Mindy, Alter and Kussner families, Sending you and your families sincere condolences. It’s been a very long time since our cedarvale days and I have many fond memories. May your mothers memory be a blessing

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 8:15 PM

Jo-Anne Willer

Julia and John and family. I met Julia through PJ's Pets ad John at Indigo Books. Please accept my condolences at this sad time.

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 9:24 PM

Brenda (Bogomolny) and Jerry Enchin

Dear Kussner family, We extend our sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. We are grateful to have known Connie over the years through our cousins, Edith (z”l) and Danny (z”l). We could always count on warm greetings and delightful conversation whenever we saw her. She has left a wonderful legacy for all of you through her caring values and good works during her lifetime. May the cherished years you shared with Connie bring you comfort and strength as you journey through your grief and may her memory forever be a blessing. Fondly, Brenda and Jerry

Posted on 20.10.2022 - 11:33 PM

Helena Ben David

So sorry for your loss. May the memory of your mother by a blessing. ❤️Helena Ben David

Posted on 21.10.2022 - 8:25 AM

Ofra

Sara and family. Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your mother. You are in our thoughts. The Fullers

Posted on 21.10.2022 - 11:54 AM

Helen Sheffman

Dear Mindy, Jeremy, and Noah: Very sorry to learn about Connie's death. My sincere condolences to the whole family. Helen Sheffman

Posted on 21.10.2022 - 3:34 PM

Dear Mindy,Jeremy and Noah: Very sorry to learn about your loss of Connie. My sincere condolences to the whole family. Helen Sheffman

Posted on 21.10.2022 - 3:35 PM

Alan and Joni Shanoff

Francy, we were saddened to hear about the passing of your mother. We wish only the best for you and your family in this difficult time.

Posted on 22.10.2022 - 10:52 AM

Bernice Penciner

Dear Kussner Family, We are thinking of you and all of the happy memories between our families throughout the years. May you find comfort in all of the happy times with your wonderful Mother. With condolences from Bernice (visiting in Israel) and the whole Israeli and Canadian Penciner family.

Posted on 23.10.2022 - 1:55 PM

Bernice Penciner and Family

Posted on 25.10.2022 - 4:12 AM

The Ladovsky Family

Connie’s elegant, smiling presence will be missed. May her memory remain a blessing. We extend our condolences to her entire family.

Posted on 07.11.2022 - 12:32 AM

Lorraine and Alan Sandler

Have just returned from Israel and am so sorry to learn of the passing of your dearest mother and grandmother. Sincerest expressions of sympathy to you Connie and Gabe and your family. She was a terrific lady and pray that her memory will always be for a blessing.

Posted on 10.11.2022 - 11:01 AM

Brian Prosserman

Hi Arthur and Francy and Family, My sincere condolences on the passing of Connie; may her memory and spirit live on within you always.