Joseph Jonsson

Unexpectedly, on September 24, 2016, Joseph, beloved husband of Cypora. Loving father of Adam and Rachel. Joseph is survived by his brother Philip and his wife Barbara. Joseph will be missed by his nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held on Monday, September 26, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Steeles Memorial Chapel, 350 Steeles Ave. West, Thornhill. Interment to follow at Pardes Chaim Cemetery, Community section. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation (416) 489-7111.

Date of Death: Saturday, September 24, 2016

Yahrzeit Day: Elul 21

Date of Funeral: Monday, September 26, 2016

Time of Funeral: 1:00 PM

Memorial Service Location: Chapel service

Burial Service Location: Community section

Shiva Details: Following the interment friends and family are invited to the Shiva house. Shiva visits 2 to 4 p.m., and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Shiva concludes Friday morning, September 30th.

Time of Services (Evening): 7:00 PM

Unveiling Date: Sun, October 15, 2017

Unveiling Time: 12:00 PM

Unveiling Location: Community Section

Location of Funeral:

Chapel service

Location of Burial:

Community section

Shiva Location:

Unveiling Location:

Community Section

Message of Condolence

Posted on 24.09.2016 - 11:40 PM

Nicholas Villote

I worked with Joe at Dr. Norman Bethune C.I. for the past 9 years. I will always remember Joe as a caring teacher and passionate educator. I admired his commitment to his students his ability to see the bigger picture. I am deeply saddened by his passing and would like to offer my prayers and thoughts to his family and loved ones.

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 12:27 AM

Catherine Barratt

Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for your loss. My deepest and sincerest condolences to the family - Joe was a wonderful friend and mentor. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered. It was a true honour to have been able to work with him the past 14 years.

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 7:51 AM

Gordon Berg

Cypora, Adam and Rachel, My sincerest and heartfelt condolences on your loss. It's particularly sad to lose someone so unexpectedly. In my years teaching at Bethune and supplying there many years after retirement,, I always enjoyed dropping in to the Math office to say "Hi" to Joe and his Math cohorts.

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 8:00 AM

Joel and Sherrie Hertz

Such a tragic loss .Sincere condolences to Cypora, Rachel and Adam and Phil and the rest of the family. A dedicated teacher, public servant, a great friend and neighbor. Joe will be missed every day by all of the people he touched.

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 9:22 AM

Brenda Kelly

I am so very sorry. My thoughts are with his family at this time. I worked with Joe for many years at Bethune and looked forward to our chats when he passed through the Guidance Department to say hello. He had such a gentle, calm and sincere manner about him and he will be very much missed.

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 10:13 AM

Danny Serbyn

I am saddened to hear of Joe's sudden passing. We taught together for many years ar Bethune in a very cohesive Math department that was very professional and fun. Joe wa MC at my retirement party and I mentioned then that I admired his ability to express himself so well at short notice.Joe you will be missed. Shannie and I extend our condolences to Cypora, Rachel and Adam.

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 10:55 AM

Merle and Leslie Silberstein

Phil, Barb, and Jonsson family. Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your husband, dad, and brother. I know that he will be greatly missed for all time. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 11:08 AM

Judi & Bob Berman

Cypora, Adam and Rachel: Our heartfelt condolences to everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 12:57 PM

Frances goldstein

Cypora. Our condolences to you and your children on Joe's untimely passing. Moishe and Frances Goldstein

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 2:01 PM

Peter Szigeti

Dear Jonsson Family, I am saddened by your loss. May you find comfort knowing that my thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. I sincerely hope that the passage of time and the support of family and friends will help to bring you peace.

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 2:11 PM

Melissa Blom

I worked with Joe for the past 9 years at Dr. Norman Bethune C.I. and was very sad to hear of his sudden passing. The students at Bethune loved Joe very much. I wish to extend my deepest condolences to Joe's family and loved ones.

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 4:28 PM

Shirley Bush

So sad to hear about Joe's sudden passing. I was fortunate to get to know him during our many years at Bethune C.I. I always appreciated his quiet sense of humour and his very astute observations concerning the people and events around him. My deepest sympathies to his family, Cypora, Rachel and Adam.

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 6:28 PM

Richard Ittleman

Although I hadn't seen Joe in many years, I have many fond memories of our childhood and teenage years. May his memory be for a blessing for his family and everyone who knew him.

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Posted on 25.09.2016 - 10:27 PM

David Parmer

I had the honour and privilege of working with Joe at Dr. Norman Bethune C.I. for the past 12 years and I am shocked to hear the news of his passing. I enjoyed working with Joe immensely for his sense of humour and his tremendous insight on how to be a better Teacher. He was a giving and wise person who provided much guidance to me on many issues related to Education. Joe and I shared a lot of fun times golfing together along with other Teachers from Bethune. I will miss him very much and my thoughts and prayers are with the Jonsson Family at this difficult time.

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Posted on 26.09.2016 - 12:11 AM

Angela Tuzi

My sincerest condolences to the Johnson family for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Joe at Bethune and always admired his love of teaching and the wealth of knowledge he shared with both staff and students.

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Posted on 26.09.2016 - 9:05 AM

Jeff Freedman

I will always remember Joe's dry sense of humour and his tongue in cheek comments. It was my pleasure to have worked with him for many years.

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Posted on 26.09.2016 - 9:56 AM

Ilene and Louis Charland

Our sincere sympathies to Cypora, Adam and Rachel. I knew Joe from teaching in Scarborough, and saw him occasionally in the neibourhood. He always had a smile and a kind word. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Ilene and Louis Charland, Rachelle, Daniel, David and Jonathan

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Posted on 26.09.2016 - 2:04 PM

Rachel Franklin

Even though I never officially met Joe, he is the brother of my dear Uncle Phil, and brother in law to my Aunt Barb, who have always been amazing family to me! Supporting me in the most difficult times and memorial times (loss of my mom, and my daughter Ava, and birth of my girls Evie and Leah)!! And as family, I know the memory of Joe will remain in their hearts, and hope to hear more about their experiences together! In all the sadness, remember the great times you shared Phil and his family!! With love to you all closest to Joe, his memory remains!! Lots of love your way! From Rachel, Kyle and the girls!

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Posted on 26.09.2016 - 9:39 PM

Eleanor & Lorrie Richmond

Dear Cypora and Family: Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Joe. May he rest in peace in Gan Eden and may you never know any more sorrow. Eleanor & Lorrie Richmond formerly of Benson Ave.

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Posted on 27.09.2016 - 4:55 PM

Paul W Bennett

So sorry to hear of Joe's sudden passing. I have only fond memories of our time together serving on the York Region Board of Education. He will be remembered as a truly fine person and dedicated Mathematics teacher. Always a voice of reason demonstrating a caring concern for others.

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Posted on 28.09.2016 - 4:28 PM

Leora Goldberg

My heart is filled with sorrow upon hearing this terrible news. Our most sincere condolences go out to you and your family.

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Posted on 28.09.2016 - 8:46 PM

Robbie rotin

I have very fond memories of Joe when we were growing up. I am certain that he will be missed. My sincerest condolences to the family. Rob Rotin

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Posted on 29.09.2016 - 11:35 AM

Shelly Thomson

Phil & Family, My deepest sympathies for the loss of your brother and Uncle. Keep all of the great memories close to your hearts, you will always remember the great times. Shelly

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Posted on 30.09.2016 - 12:03 AM

Claire Pitt

I had the honour of working with Joe at Bethune for many years and will always remember his insight and dry wit. He was such an important part of our school community and will forever be missed. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Claire Pitt

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Posted on 10.10.2016 - 3:45 PM

Linda bernofsky

Our condolences to the family. We are so saddened to hear about the loss of such a fine dedicated man. He helped so many in the community. He will be so missed. May Joe's memories sustain you.

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Posted on 21.10.2016 - 10:43 AM

Dan Campbell

Having worked with Joe, I came to know him as a good person who worked hard, had a great sense of humour and was always there to help others. Joe, and his family, who he dearly loved, will remain in my prayers.

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