Morton Barry Krestell

The funeral will be live streamed 1 p.m. at https://smclive.ca/

Peacefully, on Thursday January 7, 2021

Morton Barry Krestell, beloved husband of Irene Krestell. Father of Michael Krestell (Elana) Stacey Krestell (Andy) Stuart Krestell, and Steven Reinharz (Amanda). Grandfather of Sarah, Daniel and Matthew Krestell, Peri and Emma Goodman, Jeffrey and Samantha Reinharz. Brother of Shelley Goldstein (Norman) Special thanks to Dr. Jennifer Shapiro and the staff at L’Chaim Retirement Home. A graveside service will be held on Friday January 8, 2021. Memorial donations may be made to Baycrest FoundationVirtual Memory Clinic https://www.baycrest.org/Baycrest/Healthcare-Programs-Services/Clinical-Services/Memory-Clinic

Date of Death: Thursday, January 7, 2021

Yahrzeit Day: 23 Tevet

Date of Funeral: Friday, January 8, 2021

Memorial Service Location: Private Family Service

Burial Service Location: Pardes Shalom Cemetery, B'nai Brith Canyon Lodge section

Message of Condolence

Posted on 07.01.2021 - 2:24 PM

Miriam & Arthur Kertzman

Dear Irene, Steve, Stacey, and family. Our sincere & heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dear husband, Morty. He was a very intelligent, kind and quiet man. We will truly miss Morty. He was a good friend for over 35 years

Reply • Report

Posted on 07.01.2021 - 3:42 PM

Judy Sherman

Dear Irene and Family, My sincere condolences on the loss of Morty. My thoughts are with you during this very sad time. If you need anything, I’m just a call away!

Reply • Report

Posted on 07.01.2021 - 6:31 PM

Arthur and Cecile Green

Dear Irene... The passing of my friend and former associate saddens me. Working with Morty was always a pleasure as his work product was impeccable. He was a special person. May he now rest in peace

Reply • Report

Posted on 07.01.2021 - 8:52 PM

Linda Miller and Jay Silverberg

Dear Irene and Family. We are very sorry to hear this sad news. We are thinking of you at this difficult time. Linda and Jay

Reply • Report

Posted on 07.01.2021 - 9:02 PM

Laurie Banks

Dear Stacey and family, I am very sorry to learn of your father’s passing. My sincerest condolences.

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 12:34 AM

Harry Colt

Dear Michael Stacey and Stuart it was with much sadness to hear of your father's passing. May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 9:32 AM

Frances Weldman

Dearest Irene and Family, I am so sorry to learn of the loss of a dear friend. We enjoyed the many hours spent together with you and Morty over the years. Morty was a quiet individual, but when he had something to say, he made sure that it was known. I will try to make it a point to come to your house over the next week to pay my final respects. Sincerely, Frances

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 10:05 AM

Judy Cohen

Dear Irene, Sincere condolences on the loss of your husband, Morty. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 10:23 AM

Suzan and Marvin Mandell

Dear Krestell Family.....Marvin and I are saddened to hear of Morty's passing....Our sincerest heartfelt condolences...RIP Morty!....Suzan and Marvin Mandell

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 10:25 AM

Wendy Katherine

Dear Michael, Stacey and Stuart, Wishing you and your families our condolences. I hope you can find a way to be together at this time. Sending love, Wendy, Mary Ellen, Olivia and Doug, Amelia and Ruby

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 10:30 AM

Bev and Ivan

Dear Irene and family. We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Morty. Our thoughts are with you. We are here for you.

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 10:48 AM

Shelly Mitz

My deepest condolences to the Krestell family. I played baseball and hockey with Morty for years. A fine gentleman. RIP

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 11:49 AM

Ricci Slipacoff

Dearest Irene and family, I'm so sad to hear of Morty's passing. He was a true mensch and gentleman. I will cherish the many talks we had about life, family and friendships. May you find strength in his beautiful memories. With much love, Ricci Slipacoff

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 12:33 PM

nurit tuch

Dear Irene Zeev and I were so sad to hear about the passing of your dear husband and best friend Morty. we will remember him as a sweet kind and gentle man. May he rest in peace and may the cherished memories you have of your life together be a source of strength to you at this difficult time.We send you a warm hug.

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 1:42 PM

Lori, Barry, Brittany and Alexa Goodman

Dear Stacey, Andy, Peri and Emma, Lori, Brittany, Alexa and I send our deepest condolences on the passing of your Dad. It has been a difficult time and this certainly makes grieving that more trying. We know you loved your Dad very much and would have liked to be with him more under these restrictive circumstances. Our thoughts are with you.

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 1:42 PM

Sam Phillips

Dear Stacey and family, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. May you all be spared further sorrow. Sam Phillips

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 2:21 PM

Cheryl Platts

Dear Irene and family: On behalf of the Executive and Board of the Gates of Bayview Tenants' Association, we extend our deepest sympathies on the loss of Morty, your beloved husband. We remember Morty as a kind and gentle man. We wish you "Long Life". May his memory be of a blessing to you all. Be well, stay safe.

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 4:32 PM

Marla Figdor

Dear Irene and family, My heart and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time in your lives. Treasure your memories and the good times you all had together. May you be blessed with only good things now and forever. Marla and Shmuel

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 5:36 PM

lisa Weinberg

Hi Michael and family, So sorry to hear about your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time . Lisa and Jonathan Weinberg and family.

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 6:39 PM

Susan Penzner and Frank Berns

We extend our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Husband, Father and grandfather. May his memories be a blessing.

Reply • Report

Posted on 08.01.2021 - 6:58 PM

Gerry & Arlene Conn

So very sorry to hear the news of Morty's passing. May the memories of better times help you through this difficult time.

Reply • Report

Posted on 09.01.2021 - 6:19 PM

Sari Diamond

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you all in this difficult time.

Reply • Report

Posted on 10.01.2021 - 7:59 AM

Tolsa and Jack Greenberg

Dear Irene and Family, We are sending our sincere sympathy on the loss of Morty. We miss seeing him on his walks. May your treasured memories help sustain you during this difficult time.

Reply • Report

Posted on 10.01.2021 - 12:52 PM

Lauryn Berman

Dear Mrs.Krestell, Sending my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your husband. May his memory be a blessing. Sincerely, Lauryn (Maister) Berman - (Grade 5 2001)

Reply • Report

Posted on 10.01.2021 - 4:22 PM

Marcia Zionce

Dear Michael, Stacey, Stuart, Steven: and families: So sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Morty. I have fond memories being next door neighbours on Fontainbleau many moons ago. . May the legacy Morty has left be of comfort and strength to the whole family. May his memory be for a blessing. Marcia Zionce and family

Reply • Report

Posted on 12.01.2021 - 1:01 PM

Eileen Gold

Dear Michael, Stacey, Stuart and Irene, My condolences on the passing of your dad and husband. I hope that the comfort that you receive from those that you love will give you strength during this difficult time.

Reply • Report

Posted on 13.01.2021 - 6:53 PM

Zane and Baden

Hi Krestells, We wanted to wish our sincerest condolences on the passing of your father/grandfather. Our deepest sympathies and all our love.

Reply • Report

Posted on 15.01.2021 - 3:02 PM

Elissa Voronoff

Dear Krestell Family, our sincere condolences on the loss of your dad. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Love the Voronoff Family

Reply • Report

Posted on 15.01.2021 - 11:42 PM

Roz and Bob Levy

Our sincere condolences to Irene and your family on your loss. Our thoughts are with you!

Reply • Report

Posted on 16.01.2021 - 10:33 AM

Joyce Hoge

Dear Irene, My sincere condolences on the loss of your dear husband Morty. He was gentleman, a true mensch and I was blessed to know him even for a short time. May his memory be for a blessing.

Reply • Report

Send a donation in your loved one’s name and benefit a great cause in their honour.

Make a Donation