Gilbert Risman

The funeral service will be live-streamed. Please go to http://smclive.ca on Sunday, February 6th, 2022 at 1:55 p.m.

Gilbert “Gilly” Risman: December 15, 1944 – February 4, 2022

Passed away peacefully on the morning of February 4th 2022 at Soldiers Memorial Hospital in Orillia.

Beloved father of Shael (Sharon), the late Carey Risman, Jared Risman (Renae), and Nicole Risman (Sam). Cherished ex-husband and best friend of Marilyn Risman-Wilson (Carl). Treasured Zaidy to Carey, Sophie, Nathaniel, Tyler, Jady, and Cayley.

Beloved son of Doris and Alec Risman and dear brother of the late Larry Risman.

Donations may be made to the Carey Risman Memorial Fund for a Better Understanding of Mental Illness c/o CAMH

http://give.camh.ca/goto/findthelight

The family will be observing Shiva privately. To make a virtual Shiva appointment, please email sdr@rismania.com

Date of Death: Friday, February 4, 2022

Yahrzeit Day: 3 Adar

Date of Funeral: Sunday, February 6, 2022

Memorial Service Location: Private Family Service

Burial Service Location: Pardes Shalom Cemetery, Beth David Synagogue section

Shiva Details: Please see above.

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 1:43 PM

Jay Da Costa

This was very sad news to hear, my love and condolences to all of you during this difficult time.

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 1:56 PM

Rochelle “Shelly” Risman

My deepest condolences on your loss! I wish I could physically be there right now to support you all! Sending love and hugs!

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 2:03 PM

Sam Moffatt

I am so sorry for your loss Shael. Thinking of you and your family and sending love.

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 2:29 PM

Jayme Lunt

Deepest condolences. My heart goes out to all those in the family. I have only fond memories of Gilly from my childhood.

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 2:36 PM

Karen Cotton

Dear Shael Jared Nicole Marilyn snd families. So sad to hear about Gil. He had such a wonderful smile for everyone whenever we would see him. My parents of blessed memory always spoke of him with great fondness. Surround each other with the love you know he had for you and let his blessed memory help you through this difficult journey. Deepest condolences. Karen and David

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 2:49 PM

Gordon Paul

Thinking of you folks. He was very much a loved person and that’s as good as it gets.

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 3:41 PM

Brenda

From the photos I have seen, your dad sure seemed like a character Shael. My thoughts are with you, Sharon and the rest of your family.

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 4:08 PM

Karen Wasserman

Marilyn, Shael, Jared and Nikki, when I heard the news today, it made me so sad! I loved your dad! I love all so much!! You all hold such a special place in my heart and I'm so sorry!!! I'm sending you hugs and so much love! xo

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 5:21 PM

Stefani Kirsh Rotstein

I'm just so sorry for your loss, "Uncle Gilly" was one of my most favourite people in the world. May his memory be a blessing to you all. I know he's Resting In Peace. Love to you all, you beautiful Risman family. My sincerest condolences.

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 6:27 PM

Janie and Warren Shendelman

Dear Marilyn, Carl and family Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Gilly. Your family have always stuck together through thick and thin. Take comfort that he is not suffering anymore. May the good memories stay in your hearts forever. Fondly Janie and Warren Shendelman

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 9:43 PM

Sheila Lewkowicz and Leon Rotstein

Sending our condolences to the Risman Family. We will especially miss visiting him on our visits to the cottage. He got his wish to live at the cottage and enjoy the beautiful scenery every day. I will especially miss Gilly calling me every Mother’s Day and will miss talking to him when I called his number instead of Jared’s number. He was a special guy and will be missed by anyone who knew him. Sending our love. Sheila and Leon.

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 10:31 PM

Sharon & Manny

Our condolences on the passing of your dear Father and Grandfather…may you all know of no more sorrows… Sharon and Manny Brilant

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Posted on 04.02.2022 - 10:40 PM

Beverley Spagat

Dear Marilyn & Family My sincere condolences on Gilly's passing. I have happy memories of Lee (z'l) and I at LMOL . The 'Risman' stories and reminisces would bring us to tears with laughter. GIlly, BDE.

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 8:22 AM

Arlene Skolnik

Nicole and family, our deepest condolences to you for the loss of your Father. May the strength of all your special memories carry you through this sad and difficult time. Our thoughts are with you.

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 10:14 AM

Myrna Smith

Dear Risman family So sorry to learn of Gil's passing. Fond memories of days gone by will remain with us.

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 11:19 AM

David Wasserman

I am so beyond sorry for you loss!! When I told my mom she started crying. We have have such good memories of Gilly!! So much love to your family!!!

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 12:11 PM

Helene and Sy Talsky

Dear Marilyn and family. So sorry to hear the news abour Gil. It's been many years since we last saw him but I have so memories of our times with all of you and our parents. Gil was always smiling and cheerful. Sending all of you our heartfelt condolences. May his memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 1:47 PM

Gloria de Hond

In everlasting memory of my dear cousin, Little Giljy. ?

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 1:59 PM

Gloria de Hond

In Everlasting Memory of my dear cousin Little Gilly……..?

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 2:02 PM

Adele & Victor Wall

Dear Shael,Jared,Nikki, Marilyn and the whole Risman family. We have many fond memories of Gil when Marilyn and Gil lived next door to my sister Sarron of blessed memory and Harold Risman. Gil"s wonderful smile lives on through his children. May you find comfort at this difficult time as you cherish special memories of better times. Our thoughts are with you.

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 2:33 PM

Barbara & Mel Rosenberg & Family

Dear Jared, Renae & Family We send our sincere condolences & hope your memories will be a comfort for you all at this sad time. Barbara & Mel Rosenberg & Family

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 3:48 PM

Judith Phillips

Dear Marilyn and family my sincere condolences. I have many happy memories of Gil’s and my childhood mischievous adventures.

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 3:50 PM

Valerie and Patrick Woodard

Throughout so many years of having the privilege of attending Risman family celebrations, my memory of Gil is of a father and grandfather who always beamed with pride about his wonderful family. The grief that you now all bear is great. Hopefully all of your special memories will sustain you through this heartbreaking loss. We send our condolences and love to all of you. ❤️

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 4:00 PM

Valerie and Patrick Woodard

Through so many years of having the privilege of attending Risman celebrations, my memory of Gil is of a father and grandfather who always beamed with pride about his wonderful family. This is such a heartbreaking loss for all of you. May all of your cherished memories sustain you at this difficult time. We are sending our condolences and love to all of you. ❤️

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 4:05 PM

Phyllis Wasserman

I was saddened to hear of the passing of my "LITTLE" cousin Gilllie. He will be sadly missed. I have many fond memories of growing up wit him and Larry. All my love Auntie Phyllis.

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 6:52 PM

Jacqueline Franch

Dear DR RISMAN, SO SORRY TO READ OF YOUR FATHERS PASSING MAY HE HAVE A SPEEDY GAN EDEN

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 7:11 PM

Brian Risman

My deepest condolences. Besides being a great cousin, he was a real mensch.

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 9:12 PM

Helen & Paul Fisch

Dear extended Risman family, Paul and I are very sorry to learn of Gilly's passing. Although it has been many many years since we last saw each other, my fondest memories of Gilly go back to the dances at the " Y "when his band played and he had boundless energy and enthusiasm. Although I was honoured to be a bridesmaid at his wedding to Marilyn years later, those images ( also happy) are not as clear in my mind as those older "Y" ones. I hope you are all comforted by your own good memories.

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Posted on 05.02.2022 - 10:41 PM

Michele Teplitz

So sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 12:26 AM

Gail and Bob Berchuk

Dear Jared, Renae and Family. Very fond memories of your Talented Dad as a teen ager playing the Y and at Crystal Beach. Such happy times. Sending Condolences. Gail and Bob Berchuk

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 9:35 AM

Fran and Rick Goodman

Dear Jared, Renae and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved father and grandfather. We hope that’s the wonderful memories that you will share will be a source of strength and comfort to you at this difficult time.

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 10:32 AM

Evy and Gary Hochman (Kochen)

Dear Marilyn, Shael, Jared, Nicole and families I was so sorry to hear that Gil had passed away. It has been so many years since I last saw him, but I will always remember him as happy and smiling, so friendly and engaging. We are sending heartfelt condolences to all of you, and love. I’m hoping the strength of your family can surround you all to help you through this very difficult time. May his memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 10:44 AM

Jerome Horowitz

My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May your dad's memories bring you comfort now and always.

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 11:39 AM

Robyn Horowitz

My deepest condolences on the loss of your father, father-in-law, zaidy, and friend. I am thinking of all of you during this difficult time. Sending my love, Robyn

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 2:08 PM

Joan Gertler

Dear Shael, Nicole and family i would like to extend my sympathies to the loss of your father . May his memories be a blessing for the family at this difficult time.

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 2:37 PM

Dorothy Singer

To all of the family my heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you., and to you, Marilyn, who was always there for Gilly

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 2:37 PM

Stan Horowitz

Dear Risman Family, my deepest condolences on the loss of your father, father-in-law, zaidy, and friend. I am thinking of all of you during this difficult time. I remember Gilly very well from H.C.I., the south YMHA and living on Christie St. You all have great memories of Gilly which will keep you going..

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 2:53 PM

Jordan Singer

My deepest condolences go out to everyone in the extended Risman family. Gilli was a wonderful man who was kind and helpful and always ready to share a laugh and some great advice. I have many wonderful and touching memories of Gilli coming out to Leah Posluns' Theatre to see Shael and coming down to see what Shael and I were laughing about in the basement. Gilli made a real and positive difference in my life and the lives of many others.

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 4:01 PM

Mel & Marlyn Horowitz

Dear Jared, Renae, Tyler & Jady We're thinking of you and all your family during this very difficult time. May you find strength and comfort in the memories you have been blessed with. Our deepest sympathy to all.

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 4:22 PM

Amy Rotenberg

Dear Shael and Sharon, So sorry to hear about passing of your father and father-in- law. I have so many good memories of every member of your warm family. May your memories sustain you always. Thinking of you, Amy and Andrei

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 4:45 PM

Arlene Blatt

Dear Marilyn and family. I just heard of Gilly’s passing and I was shocked. So sorry. I remember all the great times we had together. May you know of no more sorrow. I know Ronny would also send you his sincere condolences but he has dimentia and really doesn’t know much of what is going on these days. All our love.

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 6:02 PM

Arlene Blatt

Dear Marilyn and family. I just heard of Gilly’s passing. I was shocked. I am so sorry for your sorrow. I remember all the good times we had together. May Gilly Rest In Peace and may your family know of no more sorrow. I know Ronny would be very devastated at this news. They spent so many year’s working the LMOL bingo together as well as our wonderful friendship. Unfortunately he has dementia now and isn’t very aware of what is going on around him.

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 6:12 PM

Howie Horowitz

My deepest condolences to the Risman family. May Gilly's memory bring you comfort during this difficult time. Sending love. Howie and Suzanne.

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 6:37 PM

Sheldon Rudolph

I met Gil in 1989 at Beth David when I believe we were both saying Kuddish and saw him occasionally at shul after that. He made a deep impression on me as one of the most fundamentally decent and nicest men I had ever met. My condolences to is family and friends on such a monumental loss.

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Posted on 06.02.2022 - 8:33 PM

Stephen "Dr. Worm" Nash

Sending love, thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time. I never rode a bike in a nicer Dad's basement.

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Posted on 07.02.2022 - 9:24 AM

Joel Eisen

My condolences to Jared and his family on the loss of his father. I never met Mr. Risman but I know that Jared was a devoted and loving son. May Gilbert’s memory be a for a blessing.

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Posted on 07.02.2022 - 11:47 AM

Honey & Shelly Manilla

So very sorry to hear of your recent loss. We remember Gilly and Marilyn from way back at the south Y dances when we were just kids having a good time. May you have no more sorrow. Shelly & Honey Manilla

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Posted on 07.02.2022 - 12:34 PM

Manny Kurtzman

Although many years have passed, I have fond memories of Gilly at the South Y. I remember when he and Marilyn first met. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I extend my condolences to the family.

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Posted on 07.02.2022 - 12:39 PM

manny kurtzman

Although many years have passed, I have memories of Gilly at the South Y. I remember when he and Marilyn first met. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I extend my condolences to the family.

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Posted on 07.02.2022 - 12:41 PM

Sara Belmont

Shael and Sharon, loving condolences to you and your family on the passing of your beloved dad. May his memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 07.02.2022 - 3:15 PM

Esther Goldman

Dear Risman and extended family. Sending our deepest condolences at this most difficult time. Cherish the good memories. Esther and Elliott Goldman

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Posted on 09.02.2022 - 10:11 PM

Ronald King

Nicole and Shael, Members of the Board of B'Nai Shalom v'Tikvah congregation wish to express our condolences to you on the passing of your father. While we respect your wishes for privacy and understand the need to follow COVID guidelines, we remain dedicated to support you and your loved ones. May his memory serve as a blessing for many years to come.

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