Simon Amar

Simon Amar passed away peacefully at home surrounded by all his children June 20, 2021. Beloved husband of The late Alice Amar. Father of John and Cheryl, Victor, Stella and Peter Ekstein, Lily and Michael Sherkin, Sylvain and Kim, and Norman. Grandfather of Jason, Jory and Ali, Jaclyn and Nate. Eli, Orli and Ryan Zale, and Leor. Adam, Allison and Aaron. Matthew, Shaina, David and Elan. Great Grandfather of Cole and Myles.

The Kindest Soul on this planet.

We will all miss him.

Memorial donations may be made to the Association for Soldiers of Israel 416-783-3053.

Date of Death: Sunday, June 20, 2021

Date of Funeral: Sunday, June 20, 2021

Memorial Service Location

Private Family Service

Burial Service Location

Bathurst Lawn Memorial Park, Yeshiva Torah Chaim section

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Message of Condolence

Posted on 01.07.2021 - 2:33 PM

Westbrook family

We are so sad and sorry to hear about the passing of your dear beloved father/grandfather Simon a’h . May his memory be for blessings only and may you continue the legacy he built together with your mother a’h . He was a kind and gentle soul . May his neshomo have an Aliyah and may you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Yerushalayim. Brenda and Jimmy Westbrook abd family

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Posted on 01.07.2021 - 10:30 AM

Alden Mamann

My deepest condolences to the entire family. Simon was a kind and gentle soul who always had a smile and a joke on hand. May his memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 26.06.2021 - 8:03 AM

Terry and Mimi green

Dear Stella and family we are so saddened to hear of Pepe’s passing. He was such a kind and gentle soul with a smile on his face always. Sending our love and condolences may all the wonderful memories sustain you through this very difficult time. Terry and Mimi green

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Posted on 25.06.2021 - 9:46 AM

Rina Maurer

Dearest Jaclyn, Cheryl and John and families, So sad to hear of your loss. Wishing you all “Long Life” May his memory be for a blessing. Much love, Rina and Hans Maurer

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Posted on 23.06.2021 - 12:14 PM

Steven and Lori Popper

Our condolences to the Amar family. We are sorry for your loss. May you be comforted by many treasured memories.

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Posted on 23.06.2021 - 9:52 AM

Feldman

We would like to send our deepest condolences to John and family. Gary and Heather Feldman

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Posted on 23.06.2021 - 1:46 AM

Feldman

Gary and I would like to send our deepest condolences to the Amar family..

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Posted on 22.06.2021 - 10:24 PM

Marla Rubin

Dear Stella, Lily and families Sending my sincere condolences on the loss of your dad. May his memory be for a blessing….❤️

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Posted on 22.06.2021 - 3:20 PM

Diandra & Michael Green

Our most sincere condolences to the whole family. Pepe was such a warm and happy man. Sending all our love and thoughts during this sad time.

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Posted on 22.06.2021 - 10:22 AM

Sarah (Benaim) Nahmias

Dearest Stella and family, please accept my most sincere and heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved father. May all the wonderful memories you shared with him sustain you through this difficult time. May his soul rest in eternal peace! Amen

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Posted on 22.06.2021 - 9:33 AM

Lee Diamond

Mel and I were very sorry to hear about your loss. We hope that your memories sustain you during this difficult time Lee and Mel Diamond

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 11:28 PM

BARRY AND ELAINE SKOPIT

Dear Lily and Amar family, we were so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May your memories be a blessing.

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 7:59 PM

Monique Rebboh

My condolences to the amar family . Mr AMAR was a very sweet always smiling and acknowledge the peoples he knew with the biggest smile. B D E ?????

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 6:55 PM

Marla Zeidenberg

We are so sorry for your loss.

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 5:50 PM

Monique Rebboh

My sincere condolences to your family. Mr AMAR was a gentle sweet and always smiling gentleman. He will be going to haven with no hesitations . B D E ?????

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 4:18 PM

Davina Av and Ben Miguez

We are so sorry for your loss. Simon was a sweet and gentle man and he will be missed by all. Sending strength to the whole family, Davina Av and Ben

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 3:36 PM

Jacqueline Zrihen

We are sad to hear of the passing of Tonton Simon. He will be greatly missed. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Yves, Jacqueline and Jonathan Zrihen

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 3:06 PM

Ruth Abrahamson

Dear Stella & Peter and all the Amar family - Wishing you all a "Long Life" on the passing of your dear dad Simon. What a wonderful life and legacy he has left in all of you. Sending all kind wishes, Ruth & Lee Abrahamson

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 2:21 PM

Lorraine and Alan Sandler

Dearest Stella, Peter and family, We are thinking of you at the time of this irreparable loss. Our warm wishes go out to you all as we regret not being able to visit with you. May you n becomforted by your beautiful memories.

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 1:53 PM

Marcy & Leonard Abramsky

We send our deepest condolences on the loss of your father and father in-law. May you all know no more sorrow..

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 12:40 PM

Robert Danchuk

My condolences to Simon's family. Simon was a kind and gentle soul who had a great sense of humour. I recall in the lobby hallway of the building Simon lived in making so much noise talking, joking and laughing with Simon. He was a good friend to all those who knew him and will be sorely missed.

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 12:38 PM

Toni Perl

The 2 Neptune Residents' Council members send their sincerest condolences to the extended families of Simon. He will be missed with his smile and "Bonjour". Rest in peace.

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 12:36 PM

Myrna Lambert

To the Simon Amar Family: Simon was a very friendly neighbour. I will miss his bright smile and "Hello". May his soul rest in peace. Myrna Lambert #208

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 11:46 AM

Samy Cook

Pepe was such a special, sweet man! I always loved to see his big smile and hear him sing at John and Cheryl's Shabbas table. His devoted children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren will only continue to make him proud and carry on his beautiful legacy. Tu es raison. Pepe!

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 10:41 AM

Marsha & Avi Sussman

Dear John, Cheryl & family, We are so sorry for your loss. We are sending our deepest condolences to all of you. Love, Marsha & Avi

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 10:11 AM

Daniel and Jamie Pustil

My deepest condolences to John, Vic, Stella, Lil and my friend Norm. A kind soul indeed has left this world but will never be forgotten. My heart goes out to all of you. You are all in my thoughts. Stay strong and may your memories of your father carry on in all your hearts for eternity

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Posted on 21.06.2021 - 8:57 AM

Jeff Baker & Susan Brooks & Family

Our condolences to the entire family . May you have great memories of him.

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Posted on 20.06.2021 - 9:46 PM

Judi and Harvey Nightingale

Dear Cheryl, John and family So sorry to hear of your sad loss. We send our heartfelt and deepest condolences to you. Judi and Harvey?

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Posted on 20.06.2021 - 9:44 PM

Felice Katz

My deepest sympathy to the Amar family. Simon was a special man with an infectious laugh an smile. He left behind a legacy of a family!

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Posted on 20.06.2021 - 5:39 PM

Honey & Albert Ohana

Dear Amar Family Our sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved father

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Posted on 20.06.2021 - 4:50 PM

Francine Srour-Gotkin & Stephen , Aaron & Sarina Gotkin

Our deepest condolences go out to the Amar family . A strong and great patriarch has gone straight to heaven. May his soul rest in peace . May his memory bring you all strength during this difficult time.

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Posted on 20.06.2021 - 4:16 PM

Linda Morganstein and Ralph Fen

Please accept our condolences on Simon's passing. He was our neighbour at 2 Neptune and we were always impressed to see how well his family cared for him. May his memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 20.06.2021 - 3:38 PM

Pat Zrihen

I am so sorry to hear the sad news about your father. I have fond memories of time spent with your family when we were growing up and Tonton Simon is remembered for his kindness and sense of humour. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

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Posted on 20.06.2021 - 3:37 PM

Sandi Landsman

My deepest sympathy to the Amar family. May his memory be for a blessing. Please accept my deepest condolences at this very sad time. My thoughts & prayers are with you. Sandi 2 Neptune Dr.

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Posted on 20.06.2021 - 2:22 PM

Laurie Banks

My condolences on Simon’s passing. He will be missed at Two Neptune. I will fondly remember his twinkling eyes and ‘Bonjours’ when we met in the hallways. May his memory be a blessing.

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