Paul-Henri Rips

Pesach Tzvi Ben Yitzhak Chaim Ve Fania

The funeral will be live-streamed on Tuesday, February 21 at 3:00 p.m. at: https://smclive.ca/

It is with extreme sadness that I advise of the passing of our Dad, Husband, Father in Law, Grandfather, Great Grandfather… Paul-Henri Rips (Papa Paul). You will be dearly missed by us all. Fly high with the angels, rest in peace. Love you always and forever. Love your Wife Lilli (Poulet), Children Ira, Allan, Larry, Arlene, Grandchildren Bevlyn, Josh, Ellie, Tal, Shayna, Keri, and Great Grandson Leo.

Memorial donations may be made to Jewish Family and Child Service – York Region https://www.jfandcs.com/donate or The Sarah and Chaim Neuberger Holocaust Education Centre (UJA Federation of Greater Toronto) https://www.holocaustcentre.com/donate

Date of Death: Sunday, February 19, 2023

Date of Funeral: Tuesday, February 21, 2023

Time of Funeral: 3:00 PM

Memorial Service Location: Graveside Service

Burial Service Location: Pardes Chaim Cemetery (Chabad Flamingo section) 11818 Bathurst Street Richmond Hill, ON

Shiva Details: 29 Green Bush Crescent, Thornhill L4J 5K9 Visiting Times Wednesday and Thursday 3-5:30 p.m. and Friday 3-5 p.m. Evening services 5:30 p.m.

Time of Services (Evening): 5:30 PM

Message of Condolence

Posted on 20.02.2023 - 1:17 PM

Julian and Jodi Echakowitz

BDE. We are saddened by the passing of Papa Paul and wish you all long life. He was a very special man, a kind and gentle soul with a wonderful sense of humour. We are truly grateful for the time we got to spend with him over the years. May his memory be a blessing. With love, the Eckies

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 3:07 PM

Dana & Steve Rostowsky

We are so sad to hear of Paul’s passing, and will remember him fondly. It was a privilege to know him, and to appreciate his intelligence and his humour. Thinking of you all at this difficult time, and wishing you long life. May his dear soul rest in peace, and may his beloved memory be a blessing to all the family. With love, Dana, Steve and family

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 3:15 PM

Sharon

So sorry to hear your sad news. Wishing all the family long life. Sharon Durbach

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 3:28 PM

Glenda Cooper

Darling Lilly, Ira, Larry Alan and Arlene, Bev, Ellie, Shayna and Kerry and families, we wish you all long life. It is with sandness that Michael, Sami and I will not be with you at the funeral, but will will be with you in our hearts and prayers. Ben will represent is all. Paul meant so much to our family, and we will miss him dearly. The talks, the jokes the laughter and the wonderful stories. You colored our lives. Thank you Papa Paul. Rest in Peace.

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 3:42 PM

Schwartz

De tout cœur avec vous de France Tonton Paul dit Poulet était un mensch 🥲

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 4:06 PM

Liliane Horwitz

Dear Lilly, Ira and Larry I am so sad to hear of Henri-Paul's passing. He was such a gentle and thoughtful man. He had a good sense of humor. Always greeted me in Ladino Wish you long life.

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 5:22 PM

Brian & Chana Shevel

Wishing the family long life. Have very fond memories.

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 5:24 PM

Gale and Lorne Star

Larry, Arlene and family, Lorne and I very sorry to hear about the passing of your dear father /FIL/ Zaide. May you find comfort in the wonderful memories you have, especially during this difficult time. May his memory be for a blessing. BDE

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 5:38 PM

Tracey Fenster

We are so sorry for your enormous loss. Papa Paul was indeed a giant of a man. In the short time that we were privileged to know him, we were drawn to his charisma and warmth, his humor and wisdom, his exceptional dress sense and that mischievous sparkle in his eyes ! He was a gentle gentleman and we feel truly honoured to have known him. May all of your special memories be of comfort always. Wishing you long life. With love, Tracey and Bruce

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 5:59 PM

Helene S Meyer

Dearest Lily, Ira, Larry and families, So sad to hear about the loss of your beloved husband and father. Paul was such a loving kind man who was wonderful company at a shabbos meal. So happy we were privileged to get to know him a little and experience his warmth, Wishing you all a long life. Love Helene , Mike, DAVEY, Jon and Laiken

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 5:59 PM

Lena Katz

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Paul. I remember him with fondness, his sense of humour and intelligence. I wish Lilly and the entire family a long life.

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 6:07 PM

Corinne & Gavin Lange

Dear Lilly, Ira and family. So sorry for your loss. Wishing you all Long Life. He was such a gentlemen and will always remember very fondly. Sending you our love and prayers.

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 6:54 PM

Elin Beaumont

Dear Lilly and family. I am deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Rips passing. He was a kind and gentle man. I truly enjoyed my visits with him and the times we spent while he told his story of survival to students and adults. He will be fondly remembered and truly missed. My heartfelt condolences to all of you. Elin Beaumont

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 7:06 PM

Marie Bickof

Dear Lilli, Ira, Allan, Larry, Arlene and families My heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your darling Paul-Henri, such a gentle and kind soul who I will always remember especially over the chagim when I was a guest at your homes. A loving, caring person who lived through so much. May his memory be for a blessing and may you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 7:54 PM

Jen & Morry Silver

Dearest Lilli, Larry, Arlene, Ira, Alan and families: Sincere condolences on the passing of Paul-Henri, one incredibly special man & a great loss to everyone fortunate enough to have known him. May his memory be a blessing to you all. Much love, Jen& Morry Silver and family.

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 8:03 PM

Monique Rebboh

Très navré d’entendre la nouvelle. Mes sincère condoléances à toute la famille. Paul était très charmant et très gentleman. Comme vous dites which you a long life B D E 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 8:11 PM

Les and sharon Odes

Dear Lily, Ira, Larry and all your families , Wishing you long life on your loss. Paul was a very special man and will be sorely missed. He was a “real mensch “ Our thoughts are with you all, Les, Shackie and Daron Odes

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 8:33 PM

Rony, Marta, and Ariel Yeheskel

Dear Rips Family, We are saddened to hear of the passing of Paul-Henri and extend our sincere condolences. We sat in the row behind him at High Holiday services for many years and enjoyed the many moments when his charisma and sense of humor brightened the holiday. He will be missed. Sincerely, Rony, Marta, and Ariel Yeheskel

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 8:48 PM

Russell & Heather Super

We were saddened to hear of the passing of our old friend Paul. Our sincere condolences to Lilli and family. He was a real mensch and his amazing story of survival will be read by many generations. His was a life well lived and may the wonderful memories of the past be of comfort to all of you. Love Russell and Heather

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 9:13 PM

Ken Gutman

Lily, Ira, Alan, Larry, Arlene and families. Marna, the kids and I were sorry to learn of the passing of Paul. I fondly remember Shabbat Dinners at your house, Ira with your Dad sitting next to me and the conversations we had. I will Cherish them. The stories, jokes, and life in SA and Canada. Remember the good times you had, for those will always be with you. May Paul's life always be for a blessing. Baruch Dayan Emet. From your first Canadian friends, Ken, Marna, Sari, Rebecca and Ben.

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 11:03 PM

Gail Kay-Kaplansky

Arlene, I'm so sorry to read about your Dad. I understand your sadness. Only good memories. My deepest condolences

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Posted on 20.02.2023 - 11:03 PM

Gail Kay-Kaplansky

Arlene, and family. I'm so sorry to read about your Dad. I understand your sadness. Only good memories. My deepest condolences

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 2:31 AM

Rael Sundy

Only the fondest memories of a wonderful man and father of a lifelong friend since I was four years old. I remember all the times I spent in your house and the fun times we had together as we grew up together. A special man has passed who was thankfully gezundt physically as he used to always say - and was always happy and content full of humor and wisdom at the same time. You will be missed Paul and our thoughts and prayers are with Lilly, Ira, Larry and their families at this sad time. With much love Rael and Suzanne Sundy

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 9:08 AM

Annette Hess

Wishing Lilly and all the family a long life. We met a long time ago in Emmarentia. Annette Hess

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 9:23 AM

Rebecca Gutman

I am so sorry for your loss, may his memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 9:29 AM

Michelle Silbermann

Dear Uncs, You were a special human being. You were so brave and kind. You were loved by all. It is with tears in my eyes that I bid you farewell. May God bless your soul. Fondest love, your ever loving niece, Michelle (Mishka)

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 11:06 AM

Sylvia Sack

Sincerest and heartfelt sympathy to Lilli and all your family on the sad passing of Paul. I wish you all “long life” and hope that time will help to ease your loss. Sylvia Sack

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 11:34 AM

Maxwell Kates

Monsieur Rips and I sat at the same table at the Dinner of Miracles in 2009 in Toronto. He told us his story about how he and his family escaped Belgium and then France, spent the war years in Zaire, and then went on to South Africa. He was an interesting and charming man, and I was sorry to learn that he passed away.

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 12:16 PM

Gary Solomon

Dear Lilli, Ira and Family, Please accept my deepest sympathies on the passing of your father, father-in-law and grandfather. Sending you lots of love and warm thoughts. May your wonderful memories give you comfort during this difficult time. My thoughts are with you. I wish you good health and long life. Sincerely, Gary

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 1:55 PM

Danielle

Dear Larry, Arlene and family. We are so sorry for your loss. May his memory be eternal. Baruch Dayan ha’Emet

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 1:58 PM

sandy hackner

Dear Larry, Ira, Lilli and family. Wishing you all long life on the passing of your beloved father and husband. I have such fond memories of Paul and he many laughs and giggles we had together. Will be thinking of you and sending so much love to you all.

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 2:28 PM

Elena and Lance Duke and Family

Our heartfelt condolences… Thinking of you all and sending our love, thoughts, and prayers during this difficult time and beyond. May Papa Paul’s neshama have a full Aliyah Xoxo

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 2:51 PM

Sharon Klonowski

My dearest family- so sad on the loss my Uncle Henri who I knew all my life,. My mom's only brother. He was a gentle soul, a legend and let a strong legacy behind. Every one loved him. Mau he rest in peace. Mya we all find comfort in the wonderful memories that we will cherish forever. I wish all a long life. Love Sharon Klonowski

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 2:53 PM

rolando cohen

I admired him so much - such a wonderful husband and father, a gentleman, an intellectual, a survivor and a wonderful artist - I loved his paintings. He was so warm and engaging, and always had a mischievous glint in his eyes!! The world was richer with him with us and he will be deeply missed. I am so sorry that I cannot be there as a support to you and your wonderful family. I know that my mom would be there for you if she could. Cindy joins me in wishing you strength and resilience as you deal with this loss, and that you will be able to remember Paul-Henri as the vital and wonderful husband and father he always was, prior to his illness. Love from the Cohens - Reggie, Roli and Cindy

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 3:01 PM

Steve & Valerie Greenstein

Wishing you all long life. What a great man!

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 4:17 PM

Tia

Dear Lilli, Ee,Al,Bev, Josh, Leo, Elli, Tal, Larry, Arlene,Shayna and Kerri. We are so sorry for your loss. Papa Paul was and incredible man and has left such a huge void. You were all so blessed to have such a mensch as a husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather in your lives. May his memory always bring you comfort. Wishing you all a long life. Lots of love Brett, Tia, Ricci and Sascha

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 5:58 PM

Gary and Mandy Taylor

We are so sorry for your loss and wish the whole family a long life. Paul was a kind and gentle human being with a lovely sense of humour and will be fondly remembered. May his memory be a blessing to you all.

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 6:38 PM

Warren Bank

Sending my heartfelt condolences to the entire Rips Family on the loss of their beloved Papa Paul. He will be fondly remembered as a hero and example to us all. May his dear soul rest in peace.

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 7:42 PM

Melanie Mayers

Dearest Lilli,Ira, Larry and families. We are so sad that Paul is no longer with us. He was a very special soul and we enjoyed listening to all his stories.He was a wonderful person and he loved his family dearly. When someone you love becomes a memory , the memory becomes a treasure. Rest in peace Paul- we will miss you. Long Life to all of you. Steven, Melanie, Jonathan and Joshua Mayers.

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Posted on 21.02.2023 - 11:17 PM

Felice Weltman and Basil Cohen

Dear Lily Ira and all the families He was a quiet gentleman very intelligent - we have seen him in a long time So sad for u all - we wish you all "long Life" Basil Cohen and Felice Weltman

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Posted on 22.02.2023 - 12:51 PM

Dorian Vinderine

Dear Lily, Ira and Eli and all your respective families, Wishing you all long life - so very sorry for your loss but at least he will no longer suffer! My heart is with you all at this time.. Lots of love Dorian

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Posted on 22.02.2023 - 1:36 PM

Sheila Lapidus

Dear Lilly and family So very sorry to hear about your loss of a beautiful person.Paul was a gentle and kindperson and will be missed. Wishing you all Long Life

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Posted on 22.02.2023 - 6:13 PM

Gertie Bulkin

So sorry for your loss. Our condolences and thoughts are with you at this time. May his memory be for a blessing. Gertie Bulkin, Lionel Bulkin and family

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Posted on 22.02.2023 - 6:27 PM

Carol Poplak

So sorry for your loss. Wishing you all Long Life May he rets in peace BDE carol Poplak

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Posted on 23.02.2023 - 12:13 PM

Giselle Gaspar

BDE. Wishing all long life. May his memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 23.02.2023 - 1:16 PM

Sue-Ann Maislin

Our condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather. I have fond memories of meeting Papa Paul when Rachel and Bev were small kids. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during your time of mourning.

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Posted on 23.02.2023 - 2:49 PM

Gavin Kanowitz

Our condolences on your loss. Wishing all the mourners a long life. G-d bless.

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Posted on 23.02.2023 - 9:15 PM

Kim Panovka

Wishing you all long life. He was a wonderful man - always so smiling and friendly.

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Posted on 24.02.2023 - 9:39 AM

Mark and Susan Lasarow

Dear Ira and Family Sorry for the loss of your father. Thinking of you

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Posted on 26.02.2023 - 10:15 PM

Corinne Rubin

Dear Lili, Ira , Larry and families , Thinking of all of you and so sad that I cannot be there to offer my support, love , and respect to such a dear man. Paul, you were one of a kind. Your legacy will continue forever. You were the gentlest , most dignified , most wonderful man. I am grateful for out time spent together, our telephone calls. You will not be forgotten. Fly with Angels .

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Posted on 03.03.2023 - 1:47 PM

hazel Joffe

Dear Ira It is with deep sadness that I learned of the passing of your beloved Dad, and I want you to know that I am thinking of you. I send my heartfelt condolences to you, your Mom and the family and wish you all "Long Life". Love Hazel.

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