Ganz, Gitta (Holocaust Survivor)

Ganz, Gitta (Holocaust Survivor)

Sadly on Thursday, February 27, 2020 Gitta Ganz passed away in North York General Hospital surrounded by the love of her family.

She will be greatly missed by her children Howard and Mindy, her daughter-in-law Fay, her grandchildren Sonny, Emma and her husband Ofer, Jesse and Rachel, and her great grandchildren Milu and Dezzy.

Her funeral will be held on Sunday, March 1^st, 2020 at the Beth David B’nai Israel Am, 55 Yeomans Road, Toronto, at 11:00 am.

Followed by internment at the Dawes Road Cemetery, Beth David section.

Memorial donations may be made to Beit Halochem Canada (905) 695-0611 or the Ganz Family Endowment at the Beth David Synagogue (416) 633-5500.

Date of Death: Thursday, February 27, 2020

Yahrzeit Day: 2 Adar

Date of Funeral: Sunday, March 1, 2020

Time of Funeral: 11:00 AM

Memorial Service Location: Beth David Synagogue, 55 Yeoman Rd, Toronto

Burial Service Location: Dawes Road Cemetery, 3169 St. Clair Ave. E., Beth David section

Shiva Details: SHIVA 198 Sandringham Dr., Toronto, M3H 1E3. Visitors welcome daily from 11:30-3:00 p.m. and 5:45-8:30 p.m. Morning services 8 a.m. at Beth David Synagogue Monday to Friday, Sunday - at 9 a.m. Evening services Sunday to Thursday at 6:00 p.m.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 12:49 PM

Leigh and Yigal Rosenberg

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad and difficult time. Gitta was an inspiration and a true shining light, and we sincerely mourn her loss. May you all find comfort by knowing how much she was loved and respected by all who met her.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 1:07 PM

Kerri Christman

Geeta may no longer be with us, but memories of her are captured within our hearts. Although it is difficult to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back on memories of her provide comfort. She will be greatly missed by so many…..

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 1:12 PM

Arlene Slater

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire GANZ family during this difficult time. Gitta was such a strong, loving, and beautiful woman in every way. If you met her once, you felt like you always knew her. Though she will be sorely missed, I know for certain you will feel her loving presence in your lives every single day. Across the miles my heart is with you all.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 1:23 PM

Janet & Jay Harris

Howard, Fay and family. Our deepest condolences on the loss of your dear mother. She was a kind, thoughtful and kind lady who will be missed by all.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 2:45 PM

Karen Diamond

Dear Mindy and Family, Sending you my deepest condolences on the loss of your dear mother Gitta. Wishing you strength at this difficult time and hope in time your memories together will bring you joy. With love.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 3:01 PM

Tena Lexchin

Howard & Fay, Mindy and family. Please accept our sincere condolences of the loss of your mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Gitta was a big part of our synagogue and her presence will be surely lost by all. She also gave of herself to assist our Beth David Women when called on. May her blessing be of comfort to you all. Tena & Larry Lexchin

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 3:02 PM

Laurel Yama

Please accept my sincere condolences. I am very saddened to hear of your loss.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 3:35 PM

Sandy Soisuvarn

Dear Howard and GANZ Family, My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. Regards, Sandy Soisuvarn

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 3:38 PM

Lawford and Frances Harris

Our deepest sympathies to the Ganz Family. A woman with a good soul and good heart. May she Rest In Peace.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 3:39 PM

Victoria Kholodenko

We are truly sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort you.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 3:46 PM

Marty Shaw

Gitta Ganz is one of the warmest, kindest and most grounded people I have ever met in my life. My condolences to the Ganz Family on their tremendous heartfelt loss.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 3:47 PM

Pauline Schwartz

Please accept our heartfelt condolences at this very difficult and emotion time in your lives. We all loved your incredible mom/grandmother. Pauline & Mendl Schwartz

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 3:51 PM

Richard Garza

I sincerely give you all my condolences and prayers to the family.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 4:05 PM

Renee Abu

My sincere condolences to the Ganz family. My her memory be eternal! Renee Abu

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 4:06 PM

Kelly Browning

The entire Ganz family is in my thoughts and prayers. I never got to meet this wonderful lady but I heard so many great things about her. My you all find peace in comfort during this difficult time.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 4:09 PM

Galina Oussova

My deepest sympathy goes to the Ganz family. I hope our thoughts and prayers will support you at this difficult time.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 4:22 PM

Dolly Ibrahim

My deepest condolences to the Ganz family. It is indeed a very sad time losing a very loved one. Gitta’s warm and welcoming smile is remembered. She was truly an inspiration, and a very admirable person. Missing her will be painful, but her love will prevail.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 4:34 PM

Ashley Sharp

Howard and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Ashley Sharp Charleston, WV

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 5:08 PM

Pia Brown

To The Ganz Family So sad to hear about your loss. Yarissa has told me what a beautiful, warm woman she was.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 5:12 PM

VICTORIA MEERT

My sincere condolences and prayers to the whole Ganz family.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 5:19 PM

Anna Bloom

My heartfelt condolences to the Ganz Family. Gitta was a wonderful woman who was an example to us all.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 5:41 PM

Wendy Kert

Dear Howard, Fay and Family. My sincere condolences on your loss. I know her absence will be felt enormously .

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 7:01 PM

Noreen & Harvey Kasman

So sorry to learn of Gitta's passing. She was a wonderful, inspirational, generous women and an example to us all.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 7:04 PM

Pam Toth

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Ganz family. I pray that the wonderful memories you all have of Gitta would bring you comfort during this difficult time.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 7:15 PM

Agnes

Ganz Family I am deeply saddened by the great loss your family has suffered. My heart goes out to you in this trying time and may all of you find the strength to get through this loss by finding comfort in the memories you shared with your mom and grandmother. My sincere condolences.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 7:24 PM

Dena Schwartz

Dear Ganz family, So sorry to hear about Gitta. My sincere condolences to the family.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 7:41 PM

Jeremy & Judith Freedman

Howard, Fay, Mindy and the rest of the Ganz Family - Judith and I are saddened to receive news of the passing of your dear mother and want you to know we are thinking of all of you down here in southwest Florida. Sending you all heartfelt condolences. May her memory always be for a blessing.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 7:42 PM

Zyra mogil

I am so sorry to hear of the death of your sweet mother.. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, please know how sad and sorry I am. All my best Zyra

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 7:57 PM

Elayne Kostman Slimak

Auntie Gitta is gone but never forgotten..... All those of us left behind will always think of her as an example of love, dedication and humility..... How blessed we are to have known her...... to Howie, Mindy and families, my heart is with you..... xxoo

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 8:57 PM

Kathy Houser

Sincere condolences to the entire Ganz family.

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Posted on 28.02.2020 - 11:04 PM

Jess and Karl Borst

Dear Howard, Our deepest condolences to you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and sending our love.

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Posted on 29.02.2020 - 4:08 AM

Kristin Budd

My thoughts and prayers go out to each of the GANZ family members. May you find peace and comfort in each other and in your memories of Miss Gitta at this sad time. I did not ever meet Miss Gitta but I have heard wonderful tributes to her name. With love ... Kristin Budd

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Posted on 29.02.2020 - 8:17 AM

Rhona Berengut

Dear Fay and Ganz family, my sincere condolences on your loss. May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. BDE

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Posted on 29.02.2020 - 8:27 AM

Ellyn, Michelle and Jessica Organ

Dear Mindy and Emma and Family Sending you our deepest condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother. We are very sorry for your loss. Ellyn, Michelle and Jessica Organ

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Posted on 29.02.2020 - 1:15 PM

Ted Herman

Dear Howard: I was sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May her memory be a blessing to you and your family.

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Posted on 29.02.2020 - 3:00 PM

Riva Grinshpan

Dear GANZ Family , Menashe and I send our deepest condolences. Gitta was young at heart and had a great sense of humour. She was also wise and thoughtful, generous and never forgot her humble beginnings. We loved Gitta - she was truly a "gitta".

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Posted on 29.02.2020 - 8:17 PM

Bier Family

Our deepest condolences Mindy, Howard and family.

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Posted on 01.03.2020 - 8:24 AM

Frances Lewkowica

Dear Mindy, Howie, Fay, Sonny, Jesse, Rachel, Emma, and family, It was with shock that I heard the news today in Jerusalem. Gitta and Sam, Z"L were family. My father Major and Sam came to Canada on the same boat. Since, that time our families have been intertwined, and our parents the closest of friends. Gitta was not only a pillar of her community, but of her family and friends. Her door, home, and heart were always open to receiving guests, people in need, and hosting for every occasion. Her generosity of spirit, selflessness, humility, and cooking were legendary. My mother Fela,(Fay) Lewkowicz lost her beloved lifelong friend and confident. Gitta, Baruch Dayan Emet, was one of the last remaining pearls that embraced our family of survivors and their children. You will be terribly missed. Love, Frances, Fela, and family

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Posted on 01.03.2020 - 9:03 AM

Ariella Rohringer

Deepest condolences on the loss of your precious mother. May your memories be a constant source of strength.

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Posted on 01.03.2020 - 9:40 AM

Stephen Spaduzzi

My thoughts and deepest sympathy are with the Ganz family during this time of sorrow.

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Posted on 01.03.2020 - 9:50 AM

Janice Goldmintz

To the Ganz family, Gitta was an amazing, caring woman. She was at Shul when I came to say Kaddish for my dad. She opened her arms and heart to make me feel welcome at the "special" table. May you have wonderful memories of her.

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Posted on 01.03.2020 - 11:17 AM

Mark Hatcher

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Ganz family during this very difficult time. May your memories of good times bring you peace and comfort. Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss of your mother and grandmother.

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Posted on 01.03.2020 - 12:42 PM

Ingrid LIss

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sadness. May dear memories of your lovely mother and grandmother carry you through this time.

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Posted on 01.03.2020 - 12:58 PM

Joanne & Jeff Baker and Don & Nancy Cameron

Sending our condolences and love to the entire Ganz family. We have so many wonderful memories!

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Posted on 01.03.2020 - 3:49 PM

Jerry Smith

Dear Howard (and family), It was with tremendous sadness when Christie and I learned of the passing of Gitta. A powerhouse to be reconned with when our parents were young and just beginning their lives of family and business. Please accept our profound love for your mom and the sadness in her passing. We are so very very sad for your loss. Love, Christie and Jerry Smith

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Posted on 01.03.2020 - 4:42 PM

Sheila Kornblum

Gita was a living example of decency and how to treat others. Please accept my condolences at this most difficult time..

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Posted on 02.03.2020 - 8:39 AM

Brent Barns

Your family is in my thoughts during this difficult time. May you find peace and comfort with your family during this difficult time.

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Posted on 02.03.2020 - 9:22 AM

Michael Shaw

My family’s thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this difficult time. May her memories live on and bring you comfort and peace.

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Posted on 02.03.2020 - 10:58 AM

Bonnie Perkins

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this tough time! I know she will be greatly missed

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Posted on 02.03.2020 - 1:52 PM

Mark Laurie

My condolences. Very sorry to hear about your mother. Thinking of you guys. Mark

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Posted on 02.03.2020 - 3:56 PM

Annie Cruz

Dear Howard, Mindy and the entire Ganz family, Thinking of you all during this difficult time and sending my love and deepest condolences.

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Posted on 02.03.2020 - 4:53 PM

Allison Barnes

My prayers are with the Ganz family at this hard time. I hope you can find peace in her passing and focus on the wonderful memories you have with her.

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Posted on 02.03.2020 - 10:09 PM

Mark De La Cruz

To the Ganz family, sending my deepest condolences on the loss of such an exceptional woman. She was such a kind soul to my family, myself and, especially to my mother, Marfe. I remember learning about Bubbie's life growing up and sharing it with my class for a project. Her story was both moving and motivational to them, and especially to myself. It is difficult to accept that she is gone but she still lives on through the inspiration that she has planted inside all of us. I am deeply sorry for your loss.

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Posted on 03.03.2020 - 11:48 AM

Bill & Susie Curry

Dear Howard, Fay and Family, We know that Gitta's memory will always be a source of blessing and strength to all who knew her and loved her. She will be remembered with great fondness.

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Posted on 03.03.2020 - 3:55 PM

Kerri Christman

Gitta may no longer be with us, but memories of her are captured within our hearts. Although it is difficult to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back on memories of her provide comfort. She will be greatly missed by so many…..

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Posted on 05.03.2020 - 11:05 AM

Lorne Hanick

Deepest sympathies on the loss of your matriarch Gitta. Hamakon Yenachem Etchem. Lorne Hanick

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Posted on 05.03.2020 - 11:40 AM

Steven Schmeiser

Hi Howie/Fay/Mindy.......sooooo sorry to hear the news, anyone who knew her, knew that she was a very special and loving person!!.......condolences to all the family from Diane and Steve Schmeiser.

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Posted on 05.03.2020 - 1:34 PM

Mike Cohen

My condolences to the entire Ganz family on your loss. Her devotion to family , shul and community and her attendance in the daily morning shul services was an inspiration to me while saying kaddish for my wife. She will be missed but not forgotten!

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Posted on 05.03.2020 - 5:27 PM

Gwen Smith

Dear Mindy and Howie, sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of your mom as our neighbour on Dorchester. She was a great baker, making the best chocolate Bubka. Gwen Smith, Cindy & John Freeman

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Posted on 06.03.2020 - 2:16 PM

Allan Ptasznik

Howard and the Ganz family, I was saddened to hear about the passing of your dear mother Gitta. I became acquainted with her when I was saying kaddish for my father and she was saying it for your father. She was such a warm and lovely person and always gave a compliment when I was given the opportunity to lead a weekday service. I know she will be missed by more than just her family.

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Posted on 09.03.2020 - 9:27 PM

Janice Goldmintz

Sorry...I met Gitta when my mom died, not my dad.

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Posted on 17.07.2020 - 9:18 AM

Brian Risman

Howard, Fay and Mindy, my deepest condolences on the loss of your mother Gitta. She was very special.

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