Steven Mitchell Anker

ANKER, Steven Mitchell On Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at Sunnybrook Health Science Centre. Mitch, beloved husband of Meg, loving father of Rebcca; dear brother and brother-in-law of Sheryl and Matthew Fensin, and Cindy and Saul Goodman. Loving son of the late Gordon and Bernice Anker. Devoted son-in-law of John and the late Beverley Selby. Mitch will be missed by his many nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends. A family graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2020. .Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society at 1.888.939.3333.

This service will be livestreamed, please go to http://smclive.ca

Date of Death: Monday, October 19, 2020

Yahrzeit Day: 2 Cheshvan

Date of Funeral: Thursday, October 22, 2020

Memorial Service Location: Private Family Service

Burial Service Location: Pardes Chaim Cemetery, Community section.

Shiva Details: Private shiva

Message of Condolence

Posted on 20.10.2020 - 3:13 PM

Fraida Lakien

Dear Sheryl, Cindy and families. So shocked to hear the sad news . Sending you my heartfelt condolences. Brings back so mama memories with our families. Thinking of you during this most difficult time. Love, Fraida (Cone) Lakien and Eric Lakien

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 3:26 PM

Elaine Gutmacher

Dear Meg, Rebecca, Cindy, Saul, Sheryl and Matt: I was so saddened to hear of the loss of Mitch. He was so kind and he had such a wonderful sense of humour. He was a dear cousin to me. My sincere condolences to all of you. Sending you my love Faigy

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 3:48 PM

Saul, Sandra, Rachael, Mitch, Ryan and Zach Plener

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and hoping the many memories of Mitch will comfort the entire family.

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 3:55 PM

Emily & Rob and family

Meg and Rebecca, I am so sorry for your loss, Mitch was a wonderful man he will be missed

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 5:55 PM

Linda Bell

Mitch was always very kind to me and lots of fun too. I shall greatly miss impromptu brunches and sweet remembrances. He was taken from us too soon. May he rest in peace, and Meg and Rebecca find comfort in happy remembrances of Mitch.

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 6:03 PM

Elise Pelly

Dear Meg, Rebecca, Cindy,Saul,Sheryl and Matt..I am so sorry and saddened by Mitch's passing. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.Sending you love and strength during this difficult time..Love cousin Elise

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 7:00 PM

Howard & Lee-Anne Plener

Dear Cindy, Saul and family We are so sorry for your loss. May your brother’s memory be a blessing to you always. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 7:09 PM

Nicole Pirie

Dear Meg and Rebecca, May you have forever lasting wonderful memories of your dear husband and father. Mitch adored you both as was obvious over the years Rebeca and Katie were at school together. His positive energy was always tangible. I wish for strength to you both to continue on with him forever beside you in a different way. Love Nicole, Katie and Jonathan Pirie

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 7:49 PM

jack lichtman

So sad to hear of your loss. Mitch was my next door neighbour for many years.... we were on the swim team together... hooked on the same neighbourhood intercom system... I was often at his house... God bless you at this time

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 8:05 PM

Paul and Sheri Katz

Dear Meg,Rebecca,Cindy,Saul,Sheryl, Mat I am very sorry to hear about Mitches passing. I have fond memories of the cottage when we were kids, plus all the family gatherings. Love Paul

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 8:13 PM

Robin Richardson

Meg, Rebecca and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Mitch lit up every room he was in with his warmth and humour. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Robin and Joel

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 8:52 PM

Pamela Shainhouse

Cindy and Sheryl I just wanted to take an opportunity to tell you how sorry I am of your loss. I remember Steven when we were growing up on Ridge Hill Drive. I hope you and the rest of the members of your family see no further sadness. Pammy

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 8:58 PM

Fanny Novachis

Dear Meg and Rebecca. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May you find comfort in all the happy memories you created as a family. Fanny and Larry

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 9:31 PM

Neal Applebaum

Meg, I cannot imagine what you must be going through; my most sincere condolences. I didn't know Mitch very well, but the few times I did meet him he was kind and exuded a zest for life. He will be missed by so many.

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 10:10 PM

Hailey Appel

Dear Rebecca and family, I am so sorry for your loss and have you in my thoughts during this extraordinarily challenging time. While I can’t be with you in person, know that I am thinking of you during this time. Sending all my love.

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 10:37 PM

Arlene and Fred Faber

Dear Cindy and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that We are thinking of all of you at this difficult time. Lots of love, Arlene and Fred

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Posted on 20.10.2020 - 11:02 PM

Jody Steinhauer & family

Meg-Rebecca and family. The world has lost an incredible mensch far too soon. Mitch loved you gals and you were his everything. He always lit up the room wherever he went-loved chinese food take out and could sell snow to eskimos! I was privileged to have know him and call him a friend. I know Mitch will make many smile and laugh and his incredible memories will help ease the pain I hope for you all. xoxo Jody and family

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 1:15 AM

Susan Goodman

Mitch was always so generous, kind and unselfish. He will truly be missed by our whole family. Love always , Susie and David

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 9:01 AM

Bonnie Rittersporn and Dale Dreher

Meg and Rebecca. We are so saddened by your loss. Mitch was a kind and generous person who loved his family above all. Meg, we had the good fortune to meet you and Mitch more than 20 years ago and will always cherish our friendship. May his memory always be a blessing.

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 9:38 AM

Marni, Adam, Lorne, and Josh Donsky

Dear Cindy, Saul and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you during this difficult time, May his memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 10:01 AM

Laurie Bildfell

Dear Meg and Rebecca, I’m so saddened to hear of Mitch’s passing. I have many fond memories of his fun,warm, generous and tenacious personality. Our thoughts are with you. Laurie, Derek and family

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 10:24 AM

Joel & Isobel Meyers

Dear Meg, Rebecca and the Anker family, we were shocked and saddened to learn of Mitch’s passing. Mitch was such a kind and generous person, who always had a smile on his face. It was always a pleasure to get an unexpected call from Mitch, and spend time catching up. I know that Mitch and Murph had a very special friendship and a genuine bond. Murph considered Mitch to be another member of his family. After Murph’s unexpected passing, Mitch would regularly call my mother. As time passed, our contact became less frequent but his kindness never will be forgotten. Joel, Isobel and Faygie

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 10:32 AM

Zafiro

Dear Meg and Rebecca, We would like to express our sorrow and condolences to you and your family. I remember Mitch with his kindness and sense of humour. I can also remember how much he loved you girls! Sending you love and courage to get through the coming days. Thinking of you, Zafiro, Carlos, Anthony, Elli and Sophia Vargas.

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 10:39 AM

Rochelle Leibtag

Dear Cindy and Family My heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the passing of your brother. Wishing you sweet memories to sustain you during this sad time.

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 10:44 AM

Lois Eisen

Dear Cindy,Saul , and family... My heart and thoughts are with you during this difficult time ..... Lois Eisen

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 11:41 AM

Hersh Kline

Dear Cindy and Sheryl, I'm so sorry to hear about Mitch's passing. A childhood friend from Briar Hill, we reconnected about a year ago and had some correspondence. My his memory be a blessing and comfort during this difficult time....

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 11:42 AM

Hersh Kline

Dear Cindy and Sheryl, I'm so sorry to hear about Mitch's passing. A childhood friend from Briar Hill, we reconnected about a year ago and had some correspondence. It was very nice to be back in touch. He shared a bit of his struggle, and what came through was his courage and open-heartedness. May his memory be a blessing and comfort during this difficult time....

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 1:23 PM

Barbara and Larry Kopman

Dear family It is so sad that Mitchell was taken so young. We will continue to pray for his soul and for those who are mourning his lose. Barbara and Larry Kopman

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 1:32 PM

Stuart & Elyse Stulberg

Dear Meg, Rebecca, Cindy, Saul, Sheryl and Matt: We are deeply saddened by Mitch's passing, Mitch will be severally missed. He was a wonderful big cousin and like a big brother to me. We will always remember Mitch with warmth in our hearts. Love Stuart and Elyse Stulberg.

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 1:38 PM

Rob and Gail Dubiner

Dear Meg, Rebecca, Sheryl, Matt, Cindy and Saul. We are saddened to hear of Mitchie's passing. We have fond memories of Mitchie and his wonderful nature, our hearts go out to you. May his memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 2:07 PM

Janice Krangle

Dear Cindy and family, I’m so sorry for your lose. Please know that you are in my thoughts and heart. Janice

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 3:08 PM

Diane Plant

Dear Sheryl and family I so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. May his memory be a comfort to you.

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 3:42 PM

jack lichtman

Cindy and Shery so sorry about Mitches passing... I reconnected with him last year... we have so many memories from his cottage to the swim team at his house... him at mine on Briar hill and many more . May God comfort you at this time

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 3:48 PM

Allan Hoffman

So sorry and saddened by the passing of Mitch. Mitch and I would always have lunch together on the day I had my sales calls at Honest Ed's. It was something I always enjoyed and looked forward to. He would always have a crazy story to tell me of things he was up to or about people at Honest Ed's and we would laugh the time away. He had a good heart and I will miss him. As they say -- only the good die young and he was a good one. Rest in peace my friend.

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 5:07 PM

Larry Kopman

Dear Family It is so sad that Mitchell’s life ended at such a young age. We will continue to pray for his soul. Barbara and Larry Kopman

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 5:29 PM

Sharon Green

Dear Meg, Rebecca and family, we are so sorry for your loss. I hope your many memories of the times you had together give you comfort during this very difficult time. Sending you our deepest sympathies, Sharon and Len Green

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 6:27 PM

Jeffrey Wortsman

I am very very saddened to learn of your loss. Mitch and I grew up together and he was always a wonderful, sweet person. May his memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 7:01 PM

Brian Winston

To Sheryl and Cindy , to Meg and to Rebecca; Mitchell was my very first friend at Forest Hill Collegiate when i was a "newbie". He was kind and we walked home together on many evenings. my fondest memories of Mitchell were his happy disposition at 7 AM swim practices and some of the fun pranks we used to partake in. Mitchell contacted me about 2 years ago and i caught up on 30 years that we had without contact. I heard about Meg and his very special love Rebecaa. She had recently had her bat mitzvah and he was so happy with the way his life was turning out. My sincerest condolences to all of you _ Mitchell will be missed by all that truly knew him.

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 7:10 PM

Wendi and Irwin Tobias

Dear Cindy and Saul, so sorry for your loss. Our sincerest condolences to you and your family.

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Posted on 21.10.2020 - 11:26 PM

Katherine Greenstein

Dearest Cindy, Jeff and I are sending you and Cheryl our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your brother. Much love, Kathy B.G.

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Posted on 22.10.2020 - 10:01 AM

Sharon Saipe

Dear Meg Rebecca Sheryl Matt Cindy and Saul. We are so sorry of our dear cousin’s passing. Mitch had such a lovely smile and was always happy to be together. May his memory be a blessing. Love Alan and Sharon

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Posted on 22.10.2020 - 12:33 PM

MARILYN HERMAN

Dear Meg,Rebecca,Sheryl,Matt,Cindy and Saul,so sorry to hear of cousin Mitchie's passing. He had a warm personality and will be fondly remembered and missed. My deepest condolences.

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Posted on 23.10.2020 - 9:24 AM

Madi cogan

Dear Cindy and family , Sending our deepest condolences on the loss of your brother. May your wonderful memories help sustain you through this difficult time.Sending big hugs, Madi and Farrell Cogan

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Posted on 23.10.2020 - 10:38 AM

Bonni Vogel

Dear Anker Family: I had the pleasure of meeting the Ankers’many years ago, as my Aunt Chave and Uncle Burnett had a cottage next door. We also rented your cottage for a month. Mitch was a great kid and lots of fun. I remember him well. So very sorry for your loss. Taken much too young. Bonni Vogel

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Posted on 23.10.2020 - 2:29 PM

Carol Kaman-Silverberg

I am so sorry and sad to learn of Mitch's passing. I had known Mitch over decades of time. We were lucky to share many fond memories while working and hanging out at the deli during our earlier years, to our later fun visits to Honest Ed's to see him. He will always be remembered as a kind, warm, and thoughtful mensch, with a great smile and tremendous sense of humour. May his memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 23.10.2020 - 6:56 PM

Judith Guttman

Dear Cindy and family I am so sorry for your loss. May your brother’s memory be a comfort to you always. I am thinking of you during this difficult time. Judy

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Posted on 23.10.2020 - 7:20 PM

Marni Collier

Dear Cindy and family, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. We hope you have many wonderful memories to keep in your heart. Sending hugs across the miles. Marni and Steve

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Posted on 23.10.2020 - 9:33 PM

Gilou Cowan

Dearest Cindy, So so sorry for your loss Cindy. Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. I truly hope you find comfort in the loving memories you shared with your brother.

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Posted on 23.10.2020 - 10:52 PM

Marlene Kaiman

Dear Cindy and Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

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Posted on 24.10.2020 - 12:59 AM

Dale Lieberman Brooks

Dear Cindy and Sheryl So saddened to learn about Mitch. Childhood summers at our cottages live forever in my memory and they always include Mitch. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

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Posted on 24.10.2020 - 9:30 AM

Vivien

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Mitchell Anker. My sincerest condolences to the family. Vivien Buckler Sharon and Family

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Posted on 24.10.2020 - 9:40 AM

Howard Stulberg

Meg, Rebecca, Cindy and Sheryl, Your loss is profound. Mitch was a special guy. Please accept my condolences. My thoughts are with you. Howard

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Posted on 24.10.2020 - 12:41 PM

Richard Himel, R.O.

I was truly saddened by the news of his illness and then recent passing. It was my privilege and honour to know him and briefly work as an Optician with him at his Optical Depot location at King and Yonge. He patiently guided me to be a better Optician and I'm forever thankful. He often spoke lovingly of Meg and his daughter. My deepest sympathies to them both.

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Posted on 24.10.2020 - 3:30 PM

Paulette McMullon

Dear Cindy, My heartfelt condolences go to you and your family. I am thinking of you and sending you love. xo Paulette

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Posted on 24.10.2020 - 5:42 PM

Brian Bogach

I am deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Mitchell. While we haven't been in touch for many years, I remember him as a kind sole with a huge heart. May his memory be a blessing...

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Posted on 24.10.2020 - 6:33 PM

Glenn Laufer

I grew up across the road from Mitch. Mitch was always kind and helpful. He built a bike when he was younger, it was ahead of its time, it was amazing. He saw that I really enjoyed biking. He lent it to me on a permanent basis. When, like all bikes , it was stolen, he was not mad, he took it in stride. It was an important lesson for me. Mitch, I have no idea, actually, but I believe was around 5-10 years older than me and when I was 15 or so it was a great lesson in kindness and patience. May his memory be a blessing and my condolences to the family...

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Posted on 26.10.2020 - 5:02 AM

Fred Enzel

I am saddened to hear of Mitchell’s passing. He was very close, kind and supportive at a time when I truly needed a close and caring friend, He was warm and funny in the many hours we spent together and was also a wonderful companion as we studied together back in our days in Uni at York trying at that time to become accountants. Later, I was glad to hear that he had steered himself successfully into a new career path as an Optician. Unfortunately, we lost track of each other and I only came to know of his illness after the fact. To his family, may your memories of him bring you comfort in this unhappy time. Fred

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Posted on 26.10.2020 - 5:03 PM

Susan and Bill Ketizer

I knew Mitch for over 35 years as part of Optical community. He was a happy ans upbeat person. I will miss his joy and jokes. Please accept my condolences.

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Posted on 26.10.2020 - 5:46 PM

Ken Gerlock

Mitch was a good friend and colleague for almost 40 years. He will be missed. May his memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 27.10.2020 - 3:36 AM

Stephen Pollishuke

A welcoming warm individual. Fun to be with. He will be missed by all who knew him.

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Posted on 27.10.2020 - 3:55 PM

Lynn Duncan

Meg & Rebecca, My deepest and sincere condolences to both of you for your loss. I didn’t know Mitch well, but will remember his witty sense of humour. Halloween was always interesting. Lynn Duncan

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Posted on 27.10.2020 - 5:01 PM

Randy Rochwerg and Sloane Rochwerg

Dear Meg and Rebecca, We were all so saddened to hear the news. Mitch's laughing attitude and smiling happy nature always made all of his friends feel so great. Mitch always bragged about both of you, didn't matter if its was Meg going up to camp on the buses, or when you played in the North Toronto basketball league, both of you lit up his life. Its amazing how all of his old friends now contact each other, and all we do is talk about our memories with Mitch. We are all so thankful to have had Mitch as part of our lives.

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Posted on 28.10.2020 - 7:09 PM

David Yorke

Always a warm smile greeting along with true interest in how one is doing. A lovely man gone too soon.

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Posted on 29.10.2020 - 2:05 AM

Joe (Joey) Goldman

Mitch was a cousin of mine. So you will know who I am, My grandfather was Jack Dubiner, and Freida Anker was my great-grandmother (Bubbie Freidela). My mother is Marilyn Herman. I was not close with Mitch in recent years, but I knew him to be a kind, gentle, and very nice man. We spoke often while he had the optical shop at Honest Ed's. Mitch was very encouraging during a difficult period in my life, and I am grateful for that. He is missed, and I will remember him with lots of love. My thoughts and condolences are with you during this difficult time.

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Posted on 30.10.2020 - 11:58 AM

Sheldon Nadal

To the Anker family: My deepest condolences on Mitch's passing. He was a lovely person and he will be missed by all who knew him. May your memories of him give you comfort. Sincerely, Sheldon Nadal

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Posted on 30.10.2020 - 1:46 PM

Dorina Reiz

Sincere Condolences

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Posted on 30.10.2020 - 10:28 PM

Joanne Berg

I am so sorry for your loss! I have fond memories of having chinese food dinners with Mitch , Meg , my late Michael Turk and myself. What a sweet sweet man Much love Joanne

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Posted on 01.01.2021 - 2:17 PM

Michael Zweig

Mitch I didn't know you had gone. I will never forget you. I'm so sorry for your family. Rest in peace big man.

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Posted on 06.06.2021 - 7:13 PM

Frankie

So sorry to learn of Mitch’s passing. I liked his positive energy, smile and laugh. He will be missed.

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