George Edelstein

Devoted partner to Diane Silverman. Survived by his brother Elliott and his wife Bella Edelstein. Dear uncle of David and Jaye. Beloved son of the late Belle and the late Nathaniel Edelstein.

Date of Death: Monday, June 26, 2023

Date of Funeral: Monday, July 3, 2023

Time of Funeral: 1:00 PM

Memorial Service Location: Steeles Memorial Chapel

Burial Service Location: Pardes Shalom Cemetery 10953 Dufferin Street, Maple, ON, Community 2 (YY) Section.

Shiva Details: Shiva will be observed privately.

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Posted on 30.06.2023 - 6:48 PM

Osvaldo Guzman

Barukh atah Adonai honen ha'da'at

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Posted on 30.06.2023 - 8:15 PM

Lorne M. Ruby, MD

Diane, You are in my heart and prayers as I sadly contemplate the depth of your loss and your pain. George’s suffering is over, and I would Ike to believe that he is in a much better place....reunited with Belle and Nat. I pray that your grief may eventually yield to acceptance and peace. Lorne Ruby

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Posted on 30.06.2023 - 10:59 PM

RANDALL JOHNS

George and I taught at Sir Wilfrid Laurier Collegiate for many years. However our personal relationship never really took off until those heady years in the 90's with Blue Jays fever at world series pitch. Then, after retirement, George took charge at arranging Laurier Luncheons at the Granite Club. It was here that I came to know him as kind and thoughtful gentleman, that made me regret not associating with him sooner. I will miss our conversations over lunch about practically everything, and am sorry that his final years were spent in ill health. May he rest in peace.

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Posted on 01.07.2023 - 9:49 AM

Steven Kates

Diane You know how much I loved both of you, I am always here for you and hope in time that the memories you have with George, the journeys you took with him and the strength you had to be with him these last 10 months will remain in your heart . You are an exceptional lady, you were the rock for him when he was ill, and I know you will do whatever you can that is in your power to keep his memory alive. May Hashem be good to you for the rest of your long life. It is hard to imagine my world without one of my oldest and dearest friends not there for me. He endured more pain than many people could take, but he fought and fought to the end. You were there with him from beginning to the end, a journey he could have only been on with you by his side. Forever and always

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Posted on 01.07.2023 - 9:52 AM

Eric Kam

My next door neighbour at 1900 Sheppard Avenue. May he rest in peace.

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Posted on 01.07.2023 - 10:32 AM

Michael & Carol Firestone

Diane and the Edelstein family, We are so saddened by the loss of such a gentle sole and truly a life-long friend. our deepest sympathies. Thankfully, his suffering is now over. May his memory be a blessing. We are deeply disappointed that we will not be able to be there to say our final goodbyes.

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Posted on 01.07.2023 - 10:37 AM

Christos Aslanidis

My deepest condolences go out to Diane and to George's family. This is a very painful loss. I met George at Woburn C. I. in the 1980's and we instantly bonded over our interests in movies and theatre. I was charmed by his wacky sense of humour. I helped vet his theatrical productions when he transferred to Sir Wilfrid Laurier. Over the years, George and I enjoyed Jays games, movies and just generally hanging out. He was the first person I went to a movie with when theatres were starting to open up after the pandemic. We were in touch during his hospital stay by email and short phone calls. I was very fond of George and will miss him dearly.

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Posted on 01.07.2023 - 10:44 AM

Elaine Safer

So sorry to hear about George’s passing.. He was a good soul and a wonderful friend. My heart goes out to you, Diane. May you only have the best of memories. Elaine Safer

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Posted on 01.07.2023 - 12:09 PM

Chrissy Binetti

Dear Diane, please accept my most sincere condolences. I was a student of George's in high school in the 80s. He was an incredible educator and man. My deepest sympathy to the Edelstein family and all of his friends. He was a very special individual. I hope happy memories comfort you in this time of grieving. I will always remember him so fondly and am so thankful to have been so inspired by him. RIP Mr Edelstein

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Posted on 01.07.2023 - 1:52 PM

Scott Greenwood

Dear George (Mr E) you will be remembered as one of the most progressive teachers at Woburn. You helped get me on the road to one of my favourite passions...photography. Your Mass Media classes taught me to look beyond the . Pay attention more when watching films and more. You were a very supportive teacher and friend, Thank you Scott Greenwood

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Posted on 02.07.2023 - 12:11 AM

Mardi

My arms around you all cousins, for the loss of your brother and uncle ... and Diane, of your life partner. You two were great together... I am so grateful you were with him these past months. I will miss my cousin and our conversations about family, history, writing and all things Ireland. He is now released, the cage is broken, and the bird of his spirit is flying free in a world of light.

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Posted on 02.07.2023 - 9:28 AM

Susan Edelstein

Dear Diane, Elliott, Bella, Jaye, David, and all of the Edelstein family, I offer my deepest condolences at this difficult time of loss. George held a special place in my heart, and he will be missed. Diane, I will always remember my conversations with George where he proudly confided his deep love and admiration for you, and his gratitude for all that you shared together. Although we have never met, I felt as if I knew a small part of you through him, and I was moved by George’s openness, and the knowledge that he had lived a life filled with your love, caring and friendship. Over the years we shared memories and exchanged familial histories, including those of my late father, Ray Edelstein, and our personal experiences of sitting Shiva from the perspective of our child selves. Our heartfelt discussions, George’s candour and his kindness, along with his wonderful, hearty laugh, will never be forgotten. May you Rest In Peace dear George.

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Posted on 02.07.2023 - 10:44 AM

Jeff Kraschinski

I had George as a teacher for a couple of classes during my time at Woburn in the 1980s and we remained friends afterward through social media. His kindness, generosity of spirit and intelligence made him unforgettable and I will sorely miss him. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

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Posted on 02.07.2023 - 3:35 PM

Don Busbridge

My condolences to friends and family. I will always remember George as my best teacher and someone I came to think of as a friend. I will his kindness, thoughtfulness, sensitivity, insight and witt. Peace and love Mr. E. Don

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Posted on 02.07.2023 - 3:45 PM

Eric Dempster

George was a very good friend and colleague to all who knew him at Laurier Collegiate. Always friendly smile . Always good to be around. He cared about his profession as an English teacher very deeply. Upon retiring he organized bi annual get-togethers of retired Laurier staff so that we could maintain our friendships and get caught up with each others lives. He was indeed a fine friend. I will miss him.

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Posted on 02.07.2023 - 4:55 PM

Frances Bleviss

I worked with George for many years in the English Department at Woburn Collegiate. He was always a kind and generous, sometimes very funny, colleague. And we shared a special bond, the fact that we were both Jewish. There were precious few of us at the school in the early days. I know he often went out of his way for students as well. I hope his family is comforted by wonderful memories of George, whom I can see smiling at me even now.

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Posted on 02.07.2023 - 5:39 PM

Steve

George you were never my teacher, but always my kind of teacher: your wit, your passion for everything you taught and your kind, caring and almost exigent manner of educating brought out the best in all of us at Woburn. Your staff sponsorship of our film club helped make a lot of spectacularly silly movies - some major, memorable mirth - possible. And hanging with you later in life was always inspiring; music, movies, and teaching and politics made our discussions deep, diverse and wonderful. I'll miss your sharp sense of humour and sensitive story-telling style. Mister E., after all your caring kindness, and all the love you shared, you deserved an easier Act Three. You'll always be with me and Steve Willett, as the credits roll...

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Posted on 02.07.2023 - 6:27 PM

Deedee Edelstein

So very sorry to hear of the passing of our cousin George. He was a true gentleman, a kind person, a fine teacher and a wonderful writer. Taken too soon.

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Posted on 03.07.2023 - 8:24 AM

Jane Edelstein

Dear Cousin George, I'm sorry to hear of your passing but I know you are in a better place. You were a true Edelstein, talented in so many ways. Sending Love and condolences to you and Diane.

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Posted on 03.07.2023 - 3:36 PM

Les and Rona Priemer

We’re very sorry to hear of George’s passing. We always looked forward to his visits

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Posted on 03.07.2023 - 4:38 PM

Glenn Miller

George, I remember well your years as Assistant Head of English at Laurier Collegiate. I was Head; I hired you. I think back fondly of those times. I remember, too, your taking me down to Exhibition stadium to see a Blue Jay game in the nascent heady days of Blue Jays baseball, It was cold. You pulled out extra gloves from your bag for me who had no idea what an April evening down by the Lake Ontario could feel like. You 'scored' the game, play by play -- a 4-5-6 double play, etc. Perhaps you were the prototype Blue Jay fan. . I had no idea of what you were doing. Then we went to your sailboat after, had wine and cheese. It was an adventure; you were an adventure. You kept the Laurier Staff together with your ball game outings; and after with your Mandarin lunches in our retirement years Your love and passion for people and comradeship deserved better than a Sunnybrook Hospital ending. Wherever you are, I hope you are scoring the game. Cheers, George. You are fondly remembered,

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Posted on 03.07.2023 - 4:45 PM

Jennifer Fisher

We have fond memories of George from long ago (York Mills CI). So sorry for your loss. Jennifer and Roy Fisher

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Posted on 03.07.2023 - 5:22 PM

Myra Sklar Gordon

So sad your life was cut short. You gave me my nickname Mickie in high school. Thankyou for many years of friendship.

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Posted on 04.07.2023 - 9:31 AM

Peter Woods

George was a compassionate man. My condolences to all who loved him. Sleep well George.

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Posted on 04.07.2023 - 12:38 PM

Dianne Hawkins

As I learned to work with George at Laurier CI from 1989-95, I discovered him to be a giving, kind and compassionate individual. His enthusiasm for and knowledge of film and popular culture generated interesting conversations. I enjoyed working with him on theatre projects. He and his dear friend, Peter Ferens, brought so much fun to the English Department at the time. The speeches at his funeral beautifully captured his essence - a good person, a loving friend, a mensch for sure. He was taken too soon. May you rest easy, George, and know that you were loved by many and will be remembered with fondness.

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Posted on 04.07.2023 - 1:51 PM

Jeff Horen

George, my second cousin, and I first met in the 1980s when he popped up in Kansas City, where we lived then, by surprise. George was there because he was following the Blue Jays to different away games. This turned out to be typical of his passion and spontaneity. Over the years we kept in touch and saw each other. I saw George's love of learning and film, his sense of history, and the Edelstein wit and talent for writing. George was especially affectionate with my mom and Aunt Anne, his first cousins, and would see them in Florida and Kentucky. He was always a pleasure to talk with. May his memory be a blessing to Diane and the family.

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Posted on 04.07.2023 - 7:53 PM

Linda Minnis

I just heard today that George had passed. When he was first taken ill we sent a few messages back and forth but lost touch. Diane and family, I am so sorry for your loss. George was a great guy whose efforts to organize opportunities for fellow LCI folks to stay in touch was greatly appreciated.

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Posted on 05.07.2023 - 12:25 PM

Richard Gruneir

I am an old, old friend of George's. We went to junior high together and remained close friends thru the end of high school, We went our separate career ways at the university level and sadly allowed our friendship to lapse. When George got sick, Steven Kates notified me. I started calling George in the hospital and regaling him with crazy stories of things that have happened to me that are funny. I was told he liked them which drove me even more than just friendship to try and make his day a bit brighter. I was privileged to see George just a few days before he passed. Seeing him meant more to me than I thought it would. Even though we didn't see each other for 57 years, I will value our friendship always.

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Posted on 05.07.2023 - 8:20 PM

Jack Corman (Korman)

I was a classmate of George’s at Ledbury Park Jr High, transferring part way through grade 7 from a downtown senior public school. I found the transition incredibly difficult, had a hard time fitting in. George befriended me when I had few friends, he was wonderfully kind. I remember him with great fondness and eill never forget his kindness. I was really terribly sorry to learn of his death, and sympathize with his family.

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Posted on 07.07.2023 - 11:41 PM

Laurence Siegel

I worked with George as part of the group of Scarborough drama teachers in the 90s. He was dedicated, talented, and hard working. No pretence. His sense of humour and political savvy made him a great colleague. He was a mensch. My condolences to his loved ones.

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Posted on 08.07.2023 - 11:34 AM

Emil Boychuk

I am very sorry to hear George has passed on. He was very friendly colleague in our circle of friends at the Toronto Cardiac Rehab program and Retired Teachers of Ontario. We will miss him. We hold deep memories of his friendship. My sympathies to his wife and relatives.

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Posted on 08.07.2023 - 1:16 PM

Lee Schacter

My sincere condolences to Diane and the Edelstein family at this time of such great loss. George was a long-time contributing, sharing and caring member of our Stress Reduction Peer Support group at the Toronto Cardiac Rehab Centre. He was a kind soul who was also a font of information on a vast array of subjects. I know his courage was put to the test over the past several months but now he is at peace. May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion.

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Posted on 08.07.2023 - 6:13 PM

Jacqueline Bennett

So sorry to hear of George passing. He always had something interesting to contribute to our group get togethers at heart rehab and he arranged for the girl to help me when I moved from my house. I am sorry that I am not able to attend his service

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Posted on 09.07.2023 - 7:45 PM

Wendy Yarlett

Dear Diane and the Edelstein Family, George was a very special person. I have many fond memories of George after we met at Toronto Rehab. I am deeply saddened by his passing. Please accept my sympathy at this most difficult time. Sincerely, Wendy Yarlett

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Posted on 06.10.2023 - 4:41 PM

Paula Chambers

We just learned of George's death. We send our condolences to his family. George was a well-liked and respected member on RTO District 24. His friends in the Nordic Pole Walking Club will especially miss his presence.

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Posted on 14.12.2023 - 12:30 PM

Sharon Parenteau

Dear Diane My deepest condolences on George’s passing. I always enjoyed my interactions with George. I’ll miss him. I’m sorry to only hear this now. I know that he was sick for a long while.

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Posted on 14.12.2023 - 12:33 PM

Sharon Parenteau

Dear Diane I’m so sorry to hear that George has passed away. I always enjoyed our interactions. He’ll be missed! My deepest condolences.

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