Dr. Michael Chernick - Steeles Memorial Chapel

Funeral service will be live-streamed. Please go to http://smclive.ca on Monday, January 2, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.

Dr. Michael H. Chernick DDS, passed away peacefully with friends by his side as he slipped away the morning of December 31^st.

Michael as he is best known to his friends and family had a soft spoken voice and calm demeanour that put everyone he knew and met at ease, but lurking behind that devilish grin was a profound mind and a witty sense of humor. He could give anyone a good challenge in a battle of Puns contest.

His love for travel and adventure took him to many places in the world, Italy being a favourite for both Cappuccino and Gelato. Winter was a particular favourite time due to his love of Alpine skiing. He never met a mountain he wasn’t willing to conquer.

He kept his athletic sleek physique throughout his life, eating well, exercising, hiking, cycling, sailing, waterskiing to name a few of his regular activities. Recently Michael found great joy in making various stews in his slow cooker, however he really enjoyed baking although he rarely shared his masterpieces.

Michael has been blessed with a lot of incredible people in his life and together they all made his last days a beautiful experience. He will be dearly missed.

Memorial donations may be made to the Jewish Family and Child Services 416-638-7800

Message of Condolence

Posted on 31.12.2022 - 7:05 PM

Norma Lowe Klein

It breaks my heart to lose such a dear friend. We have been friends for 30 years when we met at Rosebury Square. Michael is now at peace.

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Posted on 01.01.2023 - 12:08 AM

Marilynn Michaels

My sincere condolences to Michael's family and friends.

Posted on 01.01.2023 - 8:44 AM

Abe

My sincere condolences. I’ve known MICHAEL for over 50 years. We used to go everywhere together. He left us too soon. Rest in peace MICHAEL.

Posted on 01.01.2023 - 12:50 PM

Lynn Tomkins

Dear Michael, you were a dear friend and will be much missed. You never forgot a birthday, and were always kind and supportive through 45 years of friendship. May you rest in eternal peace.

Posted on 01.01.2023 - 3:30 PM

Harriet Stein

My sincere condolences to Michael's family.

Posted on 01.01.2023 - 4:28 PM

Rochelle Covant

I am so sad to hear that Michael had to leave us at such a young age. Rest in Peace my friend.

Posted on 01.01.2023 - 8:32 PM

Josh Israel

Our trusted dentist and friend for over 45 years. Gone much too soon. We send sincere condolences to Mike's family and to all that knew him well. Josh, Barb and family

Posted on 01.01.2023 - 9:43 PM

Shelley Goldkind Fine

I met Michael in 2005 and he was a kind and considerate man Sending condolences Michaels family and friends

Posted on 01.01.2023 - 10:01 PM

Shanelle Lovell

Dr. Chernick was my dentist for over 30 years. He was always able to put a smile on my face during my visits whether through a joke or our conversations. Very shocked and saddened to hear of your passing. RIP

Posted on 02.01.2023 - 7:21 AM

Wayne Jackson

Rest in peace my friend i will miss your stories. 31 years of sitting in your chair. May God watch over you.

Posted on 02.01.2023 - 10:36 AM

Natasha Walsh

My heart goes out to his friends, especially Michelle for your ensuring Michael's final requests and wishes were met. My condolences to his family. Michael will always remain in my heart as genuine and kind. I will miss him immensely.

Posted on 02.01.2023 - 1:04 PM

Murray Arlin

I was shocked to hear the news of Michael’s passing. I worked with Micheal co-treating many of his patients over the years. However what stands out to me was how involved Michael was each one of his referred patients and as well his constant devotion to continuing education. I knew that his patients were in very good hands. I also felt like Michael was a friend as he always took the time to take an interest in non professional matters. Michael was one of the “good guys” and I am sad to hear that he is gone.

Posted on 02.01.2023 - 2:17 PM

Mark Nicolucci

Michael was a very carrying dentist who was a pleasure to work with. His passing is a loss to us all.

Posted on 02.01.2023 - 7:46 PM

Vernique Powell

I am truly going to miss Dr Chernick. He the best and only dentist I have since migrating to Canada 28 years ago. My condolences to his family and family. Sip

Posted on 02.01.2023 - 9:45 PM

Claudine Pelaggi

I am shocked and very sad to hear of Dr Chernick’s passing. He was my dentist for close to 30 years. My condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed. Claudine

Posted on 05.01.2023 - 12:14 AM

Maria Cataldo

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Chernick . He was my Dentist for close to 30 years. I remember he always liked to listen to the oldies station while he worked and would tell me stories about all his travels. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to all his family and friends.

Posted on 05.01.2023 - 11:39 AM

Steve Feldman

Very sorry to hear of Michaels passing. We were old high school friends who shared some memorable times. He was always a sincere, helpful and caring individual who displayed a quiet confidence and easy smile. Deepest condolences to the Chernick Family.

Posted on 06.01.2023 - 11:25 AM

Marla Ullman

John and I were neighbours with him for many years on Roxborough Lane and he was such a lovely person. Our sincere condolences.

Posted on 07.01.2023 - 10:40 PM

Bettina Setton

My sincere condolences to Michael’s family. I knew Michael for over 50 years. He was a kind, soft spoken man who held a good conversation with his patients; I being one of them. Rest in peace dear Michael. May your neshama have an aliyah. 🙏🙏🙏

Posted on 12.01.2023 - 7:45 PM

Michelle R

Dr Chernick has been my dentist since I was a kid. I’m in shock of this news. He always made myself and my family feel comfortable especially when talking about music during every visit. I’ve known Dr Chernick for 37 years. I wish I knew of his passing to pay my respects. Rest In Peace Dr Chernick. Thank you for everything.

Posted on 05.05.2023 - 5:19 PM

Lydia Henry

I am so sad Dr Chernick has been my dentist for over 35 years. I only found out today when I visited the dental office of his passing. He was a gem. Rest in peace Doc. My condolences to his family

Posted on 16.01.2024 - 1:09 PM

Audrey Williams

I am just seeing this now. I must say that I am very saddened to know that Dr. Chernick had passed. He was our family dentist for years. I have known him since I was a child, and he started to care for my daughter. Our family is just devastated. This explains why a while back his practice was turned over to other people, and they could not tell me the reason why. Our family has gone to another dentist in the interim, but Dr. Chernick was the best. He was always pleasant to go to, and always a ray of sunshine! I hope that someone can get back to me and say what had happened to him? Was he sick? I had recommend friends to him. He was the best, and will be missed! RIP!

Posted on 06.05.2024 - 11:04 AM

Kevin Messam

I am so sad to hear this news. I will never forget Dr.Chernick - my family and I relocated to Brampton in the mid eighties and we loved him so much that my older brother and I would take public transportation to Toronto for our appointments. He was kind, cool, funny, positive, hard working, honest and had the best stories and good office music. Years later even as I moved to the New York City, I still tell friends about how great he was….I pray that his soul finds the peace that it rightfully deserves.