Melvyn Herbert Samuel

Melvyn (Mel) Herbert Samuel, born December 9, 1924 in Toronto, passed away suddenly on Sunday December 11, 2022, two days after celebrating his 98th birthday.  Beloved wife of Hilda Samuel, cherished father of Marianne, Bill, and Paul (Annie). Treasured grandfather of James, Leah (Jay), Miriam, Yoni (Shoshanna), Naomi (David). Great-grandfather of Chaya Sarah, Fayge, Yaakov, Bracha, Chananya, Yosef, Yitzchak, Atara, Talia, Orly and Charlie.

Melvyn was born in Toronto, Ontario. He served with honour in the Canadian Air Force, stationed in England during WWII. He was a pioneer in the travel business in Toronto and went on to teach at Sheridan college and eventually open up his own travel school. His wit, charm, sense of humour and oratory skills were unparalleled. His strength, modesty, smile, laugh, commitment to family and kindness will be greatly missed.

Memorial donations may be made to the Baycrest Foundation 416-785-2875

In light of the impending severe weather the following are the updated Shiva details:

18 William Carson Cres. #208, Toronto, M2P 2G6. (Hilda, Marianne & Bill). Thursday 2pm to 530pm and 7pm to 9pm. Friday 1pm to 3pm. Saturday 7pm to 9pm.

184 Theodore Place, Thornhill (Paul). Thursday 1pm to 4pm and 7pm to 9pm. Friday 1pm to 3pm